Axiota Animal Health Names Wamego as Global Headquarters

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:36:35 GMT

Axiota Animal Health, a global leader in cattle health solutions, announced it will name its facility in Wamego, Kan., as the company’s global headquarters.

The announcement formalizes the longstanding presence of Axiota Animal Health in Wamego, where the company operates manufacturing, research and development, and scientific operations for its products used by cattle producers in more than 30 countries worldwide.

“Wamego has long been a cornerstone of Axiota’s manufacturing and research, so designating it as our global headquarters is a natural next step,” says Bill Weldon, Axiota Animal Health CEO. “From here, we’re developing and producing technologies that help cattle producers around the world improve herd health and productivity. Leveraging our location within the KC Animal Health Corridor and our longstanding relationship with Kansas State University allows us to drive innovation and attract the top talent the industry demands.”

Located near K-State, the facility benefits from proximity to one of the nation’s leading veterinary and animal health research institutions. That connection helps Axiota attract specialized scientific talent and collaborate with researchers advancing the future of livestock health.

From its Wamego facility, Axiota supports cattle producers worldwide in improving herd health and performance through prevention-based, nonantibiotic solutions. This includes:

Lactipro , the only rumen-native probiotic that delivers Mega e, proven to promote rumen health and performance.
Multimin 90 (zinc, copper, manganese and selenium injection) is the only FDA-approved injectable supplement that delivers four trace minerals known to support cattle health and reproduction.

The decision highlights the global impact of the KC Animal Health Corridor , a hub stretching from Manhattan, Kan., to Columbia, Mo., with Kansas City at its heart. The region, home to the world’s largest concentration of animal health assets, serves as a leading center for life science research, development and collaboration.

“Axiota’s decision to locate its global headquarters in Wamego reflects the industry leadership that continues to define the corridor,” says Kimberly Young, president of the KC Animal Health Corridor. “Companies here aren’t just participating in the industry — they’re driving the science, technology and production that support animal health and food security around the world.”

MU Breaks Ground on $30 Million Laboratory Expansion and Renovation

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 19:30:17 GMT

Ground has broken on a $30 million renovation and expansion at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory.

Performing over 167,000 diagnostic tests on companion and agricultural animals, wildlife and zoo animals annually, the Level 1 Laboratory of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network plays a large role in early detection, testing and post-outbreaks of foreign and emerging animal diseases, such as avian influenza, African swine fever, classical swine fever, and foot-and-mouth disease.

The laboratory supports clients from 110 Missouri counties and 45 U.S. states.

The facility’s expansion and renovation will include 34,200 sq. ft. added to the existing building, including:

• Separate receiving areas and laboratories for routine, high-risk and foreign animal disease and biosecurity cases

• Separate laboratory spaces for clean materials and diseased or infected materials

• Space for client consultation

• An area for after-hours sample drop-offs

• Space for laboratory teaching and research

• ADA accessible entrances

The construction of the facility is expected to be complete by summer of 2024.