COUNTRY FOCUS : PERU
Alpaca facts About MGI Tech Co
• The United Nations has declared 2024 as the International Year of Camelids to highlight these species as a key subsistence resource for millions of households worldwide .
• Peru ’ s alpaca regions include : Puno , Cusco , Arequipa , Huancavelica , Apurímac , Ayacucho , Pasco , Moquegua , Junín and Tacna .
• Alpacas offer 23 natural shades in garments without the use of dyes .
“ We are proud to contribute to the sequencing of alpaca fiber genes . By providing high-quality data through cutting-edge , highly efficient and costeffective technologies , we can harness the potential of agri-genomics to enhance industry competitiveness in developing countries ,” Carpio said .
MGI Tech Co ( or its subsidiaries , together referred to MGI ) is committed to building core tools and technologies that drive innovation in life science .
MGI ’ s focus lies in research and development , manufacturing and sales of instruments , reagents , and related products in the field of life science and biotechnology .
The company provides real-time , multi-omics and full spectrum of digital equipment and systems for precision medicine , agriculture , healthcare and various other industries .
Founded in 2016 , MGI has grown into a leader in life science , serving customers across six continents and have established research , manufacturing , training and after-sales service facilities globally .
Dr Gustavo Gutiérrez , a faculty member and researcher at the Department of Zootechnics , UNALM , who oversees the DNA extraction from these animals , highlights the global significance of alpaca fiber .
“ Peru boasts over 85 % of the world ’ s alpacas , totaling five million , establishing us as the primary producer of this sought-after fiber . While facing competition from other textiles in the market , technological advancements aim to enhance alpaca quality , boosting demand , industry value and supporting highland farming communities ,” said Dr Gutiérrez .
MGI stands out as one of the few companies capable of independently developing and massproducing clinical-grade gene sequencers with varying throughput capacities , ranging from Gb to Tb levels .
This project not only enhances alpaca genetics for breeding and production but also contributes to the advancement of scientific knowledge .
“ The research will benefit breeders , professionals , and institutions involved in the study of these camelids ,” said Dr Gutiérrez .
The research commenced in June 2024 and will continue until March 2025 in the districts of Melgar and Ñuñoa , located in the province of Melgar , Puno , at altitudes below 4,000 meters above sea level . Inca Tops oversees alpaca sample collection at its Pacomarca Scientific Station , renowned as the most advanced worldwide in this field .
“ At Inca Tops , we are dedicated to the revalorization of alpacas and the preservation of their fiber , essential for crafting exclusive articles . Our garment production hinges on ancestral innovation deployed at our Scientific Station , built upon six millennia of cultural legacy to procure the world ’ s finest fiber . Moreover , we prioritize sustainability in our operations , ensuring that communities supplying our raw materials benefit economically from extraction activities , thereby improving their quality of life ,” said Alan Cruz , Genetic Development Manager , Pacomarca . p
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