Founded in 2020 by CEO Maria Jensen and CSO Nathalie Conte, Antler Bio is an AgriTech company transforming dairy farming with its solution; EpiHerd. Antler Bio uses gene expression data to help farmers identify and address hidden factors limiting their herd’s capabilities.
Jensen is a Finnish entrepreneur who sold her last company (analysing genetics in elite racehorses) to one of Sweden’s top breeders. While Conte, has 25+ years in cancer genetics and bioinformatics, transferring concepts from the human field to animals.
With the Founders bringing expertise in gene expression and data analytics from human and animal health sectors, Antler Bio is committed to advancing livestock farming through gene expression technology.
EpiHerd reportedly interprets how cows’ genes respond to environmental stress, nutrition, and health challenges, enabling farmers to make informed decisions that increase milk yield, improve animal welfare, and enhance fertility, resilience, and longevity.
Operating across key European markets including the UK, Finland, Sweden, and Denmark. Antler Bio partners with over 100 farms, delivering notable results, including milk yield increases of up to 22%, a 6% rise in milk fat, and a 5% increase in milk protein.
The company outlines that these improvements deliver not only higher volumes but also better quality, more nutritious milk, helping farmers earn better prices while promoting healthier cows. This holistic approach to dairy farming drives profitability alongside enhanced fertility, resilience, longevity, and overall herd wellbeing, with a reported average return on investment to the farmer of more than 7:1.
