AgGenomics is a joint venture between Genetic Technologies Ltd and Agriculture Victoria Services Pty Ltd. About Agriculture Victoria Services Ltd. Agriculture Victoria Services Pty Ltd (AVS) is a commercial entity responsible for the protection and commercialisation of Intellectual Property, generated by the Victorian Government's Department of Primary Industries (DPI). Wholly government-owned, AVS is able to draw on the extensive science base held within DPI's agricultural research institutes, and combine this with its commercial expertise to bring world class science to the market. AVS has state-of-the-art biotechnology laboratory facilities for structural and functional genomics; molecular marker technology; and gene technology including equipment for high-throughput DNA extraction and DNA sequencing, biorobotics, microarray/DNA chip technology, SNP discovery and detection, as well as associated bioinformatics capacity. AVS' record of successful commercialisation has historically involved partnerships with both private and public organisations. This joint venture with Genetic Technologies Ltd is another exciting opportunity that will ultimately benefit industry by the provision of world class plant genomics services. About Genetic Technologies Limited: Genetic Technologies Ltd (Australian Stock Exchange code: GTG) is an Australian owned company, publicly listed on the Australian Stock Exchange. Primarily a genetic research company, GTG seeks to acquire new patents and develop new technology for commercialisation. We also offer genetic testing services for people (including parentage, disease susceptibility, and athletic potential), animals, and plants. |