This company develops and provides bioscience solutions focused on animal health and sustainable food production. They offer USDA-approved vaccines for honeybees to protect against major diseases and are developing vaccines for shrimp to combat White Spot Syndrome Virus. Their technology leverages natural immune defenses to deliver targeted disease protection across agricultural sectors.
Funding
$6.4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Honeybee populations face a significant threat from American Foulbrood (AFB), a highly contagious and destructive bacterial disease that can decimate hives. Traditional methods of managing AFB, such as antibiotics and hive burning, have limitations and can contribute to antibiotic resistance or colony loss. This poses a major challenge to beekeepers and the agricultural industry, which relies on honeybees for pollination.
Solution
Dalan Animal Health provides an innovative solution with its oral vaccine platform, offering a proactive approach to protecting honeybees from AFB. The vaccine is administered to queen bees, who then transfer protective immunity to their larvae. This targeted approach helps prevent AFB infections, reduces the need for antibiotics, and promotes overall hive health. By safeguarding honeybee populations, Dalan supports beekeepers in maintaining sustainable and productive operations, while also contributing to the stability of agricultural ecosystems.
Target Audience
The primary customers are commercial beekeepers, sideliners, hobbyist beekeepers, and queen producers seeking to protect their hives from American Foulbrood and promote sustainable beekeeping.
Features
- Oral vaccine delivery system, administered to queen bees
- Vaccine fragments passed to larvae, providing immunity against AFB
- Proactive disease prevention, reducing reliance on reactive treatments
- Supports sustainable beekeeping practices
- Helps maintain healthy and productive hives
- Available for direct purchase or through certified queen producers