ABCZ - Associação Brasileira dos Criadores de Zebu

What ABCZ - Associação Brasileira dos Criadores de Zebu does

ABCZ (Associação Brasileira dos Criadores de Zebu) is a private non-profit civil association headquartered in Uberaba, Minas Gerais, and the sole entity authorized by Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) to execute genealogical registration for all zebu breeds in Brazil. Founded in its current form in 1934 (originating as the 'Herd Book da Raça Zebu' in 1919), ABCZ operates the world's largest zebu cattle database with over 12 million registered animals and integrates more than 25,000 member breeders, 3,400 PMGZ-participating herds, and 20+ regional technical offices conducting approximately 13,000 on-farm visits annually. Its core product surface is built around three pillars: the PMGZ genetic improvement program (which has evaluated over 18.2 million animals via Weight Development Control, Weight Gain Tests, and Dairy Control, plus the PNAT young-bull program), the PRODUZ farm management software platform (with offline capability and the free PRODUZ FÁCIL mobile app), and the official genealogical registry (SRGRZ) with unique animal identification (SUI).

Revenue is generated through a diversified mix of recurring and transactional streams: annual membership fees (with up to 50% service-fee discounts for members), registration and transfer fees on 600,000+ annual registrations, PMGZ program participation fees, PRODUZ software subscriptions, venue and facility rental at Parque Fernando Costa (34 pavilions), and event revenue from three flagship exhibitions (ExpoZebu with 200,000+ annual visitors, ExpoGenética, and ExpoLeite). The association is also the organizer of the Brazilian Cattle international promotion project, the Pró-Genética bull distribution program (in partnership with the Government of Minas Gerais), and the Integra Zebu sustainable intensification program (with Embrapa, EPAMIG, Emater, and MAPA). ABCZ is the first Brazilian livestock association certified under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 (2011) and operates subsidiaries including FAZU (higher education), Museu do Zebu, Brazilian Cattle, and the PRODUZ software platform.

Name

ABCZ - Associação Brasileira dos Criadores de Zebu

Legal name

Associação Brasileira dos Criadores de Zebu

Website

https://abcz.org.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1934

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

ABCZ is Brazil's official zebu cattle breeders' association, authorized by MAPA to register all zebu breeds and operating the world's largest zebu genetic database (12M+ animals). It serves 25,000+ members through genealogical registration, the PMGZ genetic evaluation program, the PRODUZ herd management software, and major events including ExpoZebu.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Livestock Breed Registry and Genetic Evaluation Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Animal Production (11521)

SIC

Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)

akta.pro primary industry

Nucleus Herd/Flock Breeding & Multiplier Stock Supply (AFAEAJAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Herd Management Software & Identification (RFID, EID, Data Platforms) (AFAAAIAH)

Keywords

• Livestock breed registry
• Genetic evaluation services
• Herd management software
• Agricultural association services
• Cattle genealogy registration

Headquarters

HQ city

Uberaba, Minas Gerais

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees (Associado Contribuinte): ABCZ generates revenue through annual membership fees from its 22,000+ to 25,000+ members. Associate members receive up to 50% discounts on all ABCZ service fees, bimonthly newsletters, and the ABCZ Magazine delivered to their address.
2. Genealogical Registration Services: ABCZ registers over 600,000 zebu cattle per year across all zebu breeds in Brazil. Revenue is generated through registration fees, transfers, and certificate issuance. The organization is authorized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) to execute genealogical registration of all zebu breeds.
3. PMGZ Genetic Improvement Program: Fees for participation in PMGZ's three zootechnical tests (CDP, PGP, CL), genetic evaluations, bull certificates (CSG - Certificado de Superioridade Genética), and PNAT program enrollment. Revenue also includes fees for carcass ultrasound evaluations and EPMURAS (visual type evaluation).
4. PRODUZ Software Licensing: Revenue generated from the PRODUZ livestock management software system. Includes pricing for annual subscriptions and various modules (zootechnical tests, genetic evaluations, herd management).
5. Venue and Facility Rental: ABCZ operates 34 pavilions and event spaces at Parque Fernando Costa, including the Centro de Eventos Rômulo Kardec de Camargos (capacity 1,000), Tatersal Rubico Carvalho (capacity 600), and Salão Nobre (capacity 200). Revenue from renting these spaces for events, auctions, and corporate functions.
6. Events and Exhibitions: Revenue from organizing and hosting major events including ExpoZebu (since 1935), ExpoGenética, and ExpoLeite. The 87th ExpoZebu attracts over 200,000 annual visitors. Events generate revenue through exhibition fees, auction officialization, and event homologation/Endorsement fees.
7. Pró-Genética Program Fees: Government of Minas Gerais and ABCZ launched Pró-Genética in 2006 to improve genetic quality of bovine herds. The program facilitates bull fairs and sales of registered breeding animals to small and medium producers, generating fees for program management and officialization.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

ABCZ is a private non-profit association that serves as the official entity authorized by Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) to execute genealogical registration of all zebu breeds. It operates the PMGZ genetic improvement program covering three zootechnical tests (CDP, PGP, CL), maintains the world's largest zebu cattle database with 12+ million registered animals, provides the PRODUZ farm management software, and organizes the largest zebu cattle exhibition in the world (ExpoZebu) with 200,000+ annual visitors.

Product overview

ABCZ offers a comprehensive platform for Brazilian zebu cattle breeding, centered on three core pillars: genetic improvement programs (PMGZ with Corte, Leite, Comercial, and PNAT variants), herd management software (PRODUZ), and breed registry services (SRGRZ). The PMGZ genetic evaluation system processes data from three zootechnical tests—Weight Development Control (CDP), Weight Gain Tests (PGP), and Dairy Control (CL)—generating breeding values for over 18 million animals. PRODUZ provides herd management with offline capability and mobile access. Supporting services include Pró-Genética for bull-to-producer connections, the Consulta Pública de Animais lookup system, carcass ultrasound evaluations, and event exhibitions (ExpoZebu, ExpoGenética, ExpoLeite). Educational initiatives include Museu do Zebu and Zebu na Escola, while sustainable practices are promoted through Integra Zebu. The organization operates 18+ regional offices nationwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PMGZ - Programa de Melhoramento Genético de Zebuínos: Genetic improvement program for Zebu cattle with over 18.2 million animals evaluated, including CDP, PGP, and Controle Leiteiro components.
• Pró-Genética
• PNAT - Programa Nacional de Avaliação de Touros Jovens
• ExpoGenética
• PRODUZ
• Museu do Zebu
• Brazilian Cattle
• ABCZ Jovem
• ABCZ Mulher
• Zebu do Bem

Products and services

• PMGZ - Programa de Melhoramento Genético de Zebuínos Genetic improvement program for zebu cattle managing approximately 3,400 herds with over 18.2 million evaluated animals, providing genetic breeding values (DEP/EBV for beef, PTA for dairy) to zebu breeders.
• PRODUZ Comprehensive livestock management software with modules for genetic evaluation, communications, events, animal movement, reproduction, productivity, dairy control, and utilities; includes offline functionality and a free mobile app for breeders.
• Registro Genealógico de Zebuínos (SRGRZ) Official pedigree registration service for all zebu breeds in Brazil, including unique identification (SUI), birth notifications, transfers, and definite registration (RGD), authorized by the Ministry of Agriculture.
• Pró-Genética Genetic quality improvement program connecting registered bull breeders with commercial cattle producers through virtual fairs, bull fairs, and direct sales of registered breeding animals to small and medium producers.
• ExpoZebu International zebu breeds exhibition held annually at Parque Fernando Costa in Uberaba, featuring auctions, exhibitions, technical lectures, judging contests, dairy competitions, and breed showcases.
• ExpoGenética Annual genetic improvement exhibition held at Parque Fernando Costa showcasing major Brazilian breeding programs, with technical lectures, auctions, PNAT results, and industry awards.
• ExpoLeite

Quantifiable outcome

• 18.2 million total animals evaluated through PMGZ since inception, with 339,949 new animals integrated in 2024 alone
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, major and core.

• ATUBRA (Associação dos Técnicos de Ultrassom de Carcaça Bovina)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026ATUBRA certifies technicians for carcass ultrasound evaluation within PMGZ. Works with UGC to maintain updated lists of certified laboratories and technicians for carcass evaluation.
• UGC (Usina de Gaines Cooper)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Cooperativa intervenes in ATUBRA technician certification processes for PMGZ carcass ultrasound evaluations, providing technical and operational support.
• PIC GeneticsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Bruno da Costa Peres, researcher from PIC Genetics' Department of Product Development, will present on functional diversity in genetic improvement at the first Forum Zebu Leiteiro during ExpoGenética 2026.
• Brazilian CattlemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026International project created by ABCZ in 2003 to disseminate Brazilian zebu genetics and livestock products globally. Serves as ABCZ's primary international promotion and trade vehicle, connecting Brazilian zebu genetics to global markets.
• Emater-MGmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Supporting organization for the 19th ExpoGenética, providing technical extension services and supporting ABCZ's regional activities in Minas Gerais.
• SebraeminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Supporting organization for the 19th ExpoGenética, providing small business development support and entrepreneurship programs.
• Sistema CNA/Faemg/SenarmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Supporting organization for the 19th ExpoGenética, representing Brazil's agricultural confederation system and providing rural training services through Senar.
• CemigminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Energy company and sponsor of the Mulheres no Agro project at the 9th ABCZ Mulher Encounter during ExpoGenética 2026, through Minas Gerais State Cultural Incentive Law.
• Biblioteca Nacional (BN)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partner institution in establishing the CRPBZ (Centro de Referência da Pecuária Brasileira - Zebu), providing archival and documentation expertise alongside APESP, IFHC, and USP.
• Arquivo Público do Estado de São Paulo (APESP)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partner institution in establishing the CRPBZ, providing archival expertise alongside BN, IFHC, and USP.
• Fundação Instituto Fernando Henrique Cardoso (IFHC)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partner institution in establishing the CRPBZ, contributing research and documentation expertise alongside BN, APESP, and USP.
• Universidade de São Paulo (USP)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partner institution in establishing the CRPBZ and collaborating on the Programa Carne de Qualidade research, contributing academic expertise alongside BN, APESP, and IFHC.
• Universidade de Uberaba (UNIUBE)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026UNIUBE partnered with ABCZ, FAZU, and FUNDAGRI to create the Veterinary Medicine course (1997) and is co-founder of Museu do Zebu. Operates on the ABCZ campus in Uberaba.
• Universidade Federal de Rondonópolis (UFR)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Researcher Rodrigo Junqueira Pereira from UFR will present at the Forum Zebu Leiteiro during ExpoGenética 2026 on precision mating strategies balancing genetic gain and diversity.
• Federação de Desenvolvimento Empresarial de Moçambique (FDEM)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026FDEM visited the Sindi Castilho breeding operation in Brazil in May 2026 and invited the breeder to present at Mozambique CEO Summit 2026. FDEM's interest in Brazilian zebu genetics demonstrates growing African demand for Brazilian zebu breeding technology.
• Salão Internacional - International DelegationsmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026The Salão Internacional at ExpoGenética serves as a meeting point for international delegations and companies participating in the Brazilian Cattle project, providing a platform for international knowledge exchange and business generation.
• ABCZ Jovem (Internal Program)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Internal youth development committee that organizes the annual Encontro Rural Jovem during ExpoGenética, preparing young people to assume family farm succession and serve as future industry leaders and ABCZ members.
• EPAMIG (Empresa de Pesquisa Agropecuária de Minas Gerais)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020EPAMIG participates in the Programa Carne de Qualidade (Meat Quality Program) at ABCZ's Experimental Farm, contributing research expertise on zebu genetics and sustainable beef production alongside ABCZ, Embrapa, FAZU, UFV, UNICAMP, and USP researchers.
• FAZU (Faculdades Associadas de Uberaba)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020FAZU collaborates on the Programa Carne de Qualidade research at ABCZ's Experimental Farm and co-developed the Agrocurso distance learning project with ABCZ and Canal Rural. FAZU is also co-founder of the Museu do Zebu (1983) and a partner in the ABCZ-created Faculty of Animal Science of Uberaba (1975).
• Dr. Fernando Flores CardosomajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Researcher and consultant to ABCZ and head of Embrapa Pecuária Sul, providing expertise on data quality in genetic evaluations and delivering the opening keynote at the 6th National PMGZ Breeders Encounter.
• Dr. Guilherme RosamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016International reference geneticist and ABCZ consultant, presenting on genotype-environment interaction and its impacts on genetic evaluation of zebu cattle at ABCZ events.
• Guilherme Costa (BrasilcomZ)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Zootecnist from BrasilcomZ serving on the ACBB Technical Council, providing analysis of Prova Brahman evaluation results. Represents one of several specialized technical partners in ABCZ's extended ecosystem.
• Canal RuralminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2016ABCZ partnered with Canal Rural and FAZU to launch Agrocurso, a distance learning project for rural education, providing broadcast and distribution capabilities for agricultural training content.
• CEPEA/ESALQ/USP (Centro de Estudos Avançados em Economia Aplicada)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014ABCZ partnered with CEPEA to demonstrate financial gains from investments in zebu genetics using superior bulls. This partnership provides economic analysis supporting the value proposition of PMGZ genetic improvement programs.
• Dr. Mike MacNeilmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Dr. Mike MacNeil, one of the world's leading authorities on economic selection indices, was engaged by ABCZ's Department of Research to develop an economic index for zebu breeds to be incorporated into PMGZ's evaluation system.
• MAPA (Ministério da Agricultura, Pecuária e Abastecimento)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2010ABCZ is officially authorized by MAPA to execute genealogical registration of all zebu breeds in Brazil. MAPA and ABCZ co-developed the Integra Zebu program for degraded pasture recovery. MAPA also requested ABCZ to assess inclusion of the Boran breed in its registration system in 2026.
• Emater (Empresa de Assistência Técnica e Extensão Rural)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2010Emater participates in the Integra Zebu program alongside ABCZ, MAPA, Embrapa, and EPAMIG to support degraded pasture recovery and sustainable intensification across Brazil.
• Government of Minas GeraismajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2006The Government of Minas Gerais and ABCZ jointly launched Pró-Genética in 2006 to improve genetic quality of bovine herds in the state, later expanding nationally. The program facilitates sales of registered breeding animals to small and medium producers.
• Embrapa (Empresa Brasileira de Pesquisa Agropecuária)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1968ABCZ and Embrapa co-developed the PMGZ genetic improvement program structure beginning in 1968, with the Superintendency of Technical Operations (SUT) playing a key role in the partnership. Embrapa Pecuária Sul contributes genetic evaluation expertise and Fernando Flores Cardoso serves as an ABCZ consultant. ABCZ is a member of the GAF (Global Agribusiness Forum) committee.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• American Hereford Association: U.S. national breed registry for Hereford cattle offering genealogical registration, genetic evaluation (EPDs), and member services. Comparable to ABCZ as a long-established national breed association with similar service pillars.
• American Angus Association: The U.S. national breed registry and genetic evaluation body for Angus cattle, directly comparable to ABCZ in operating model: genealogical registration, performance programs, expected progeny differences (EPDs), and member services. Both occupy monopoly or near-monopoly positions as authorized national registries for their respective breeds.
• Red Angus Association of America: U.S. national breed registry for Red Angus cattle with registration, genetic evaluation, and commercial programs. Comparable to ABCZ for its integrated registry + genetic evaluation + commercial herd outreach structure.
• Australian Brahman Breeders' Association: Australian national breed registry for Brahman cattle (a zebu-derived breed), performing the same functions as ABCZ for the Australian market: genealogical registration, genetic evaluation, and breed promotion. Direct international counterpart in the zebu registry niche.
• Associação dos Criadores de Nelore do Brasil (ACNB): The Brazilian Nelore breeders' association, operating as a specialized breed promotion partner within ABCZ's ecosystem. Directly comparable as a national zebu breed association in Brazil with parallel registration, judging, and event activities.
• American-International Charolais Association: U.S. and international breed registry for Charolais cattle with performance programs, EPDs, and member services. Comparable to ABCZ as another major national breed association structure.

Broad incumbents

• CRV International: International cattle genetics cooperative offering breeding values, AI services, and herd management tools. Comparable to ABCZ in the genetic evaluation and herd management space, but operating as a commercial cooperative rather than a non-profit breed association.
• Neogen Corporation: Global animal genomics and safety testing company that is a sponsor of ExpoGenética and supplies genomic testing technology to the cattle industry. Comparable to ABCZ as a provider of genomics infrastructure underpinning zebu genetic evaluation, but at a far broader scale and commercial scope.
• ABS Global (Genus plc): Global bovine genetics and artificial insemination company, banner sponsor at ABCZ events. Comparable to ABCZ as a major player in cattle genetic improvement, but operates as a commercial breeding company distributing bull semen worldwide rather than a breed registry.

Regional players

• Canadian Angus Association: National Canadian registry for Angus cattle providing similar registration, performance, and genetic evaluation services, but serving a different (Canadian) geography. Comparable structure to ABCZ in a smaller market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@museudozebu
• Facebookfacebook.com/share/d3uyK7qtvAo2ma74/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
• Instagraminstagram.com/museudozebu
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/abcz-oficial

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries4 records

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