Fifty years of innovation, collaboration and impact — and

a future full of possibilities.

The AGBU50 events brought together the people, ideas and expertise that have shaped AGBU’s remarkable contribution to animal breeding over five decades. Leading Australian and international researchers, industry professionals, alumni, students and livestock breeding experts gathered to celebrate past achievements, share new insights and explore the future of genetic improvement.

The landmark event honoured AGBU’s legacy while looking ahead to the opportunities and challenges that will shape the next generation of livestock breeding.

Insights, Innovation and Collaboration

The program featured keynote presentations, expert panel

sessions and the launch of Project Cygnet. Attendees gained insights from world-renowned speakers, explored emerging research and technologies, and shared ideas to advance genetic improvement across the industry.

Connecting People and Shaping the Future

Two special networking events complemented the conference, allowing participants to reconnect with colleagues, exchange knowledge and build new partnerships.

Project Cygnet

has been officially launched.

Discover the story behind the project, learn how you can help shape its future, and contribute to Andrew Swan's lasting legacy with a donation.