VRI (formerly Vet Resources, Inc.) was founded in Ames, IA, in 1993. For nearly two decades, the organization thrived under the leadership of Dr. Ryan Saltzman and Dr. Lyle Kesl, expanding its research capabilities and facilities. In 2017, VRI was acquired by AMVC, a swine production and management company out of Audubon, IA, further strengthening its capacity to serve the animal health industry. 

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Today, VRI is recognized as an industry leader in the execution of advanced research initiatives that support the development and evaluation of animal health products.  Our company conducts research projects on behalf of biological and pharmaceutical companies, encompassing a wide range of products including vaccines, injectable pharmaceuticals, feed-grade pharmaceuticals, water-soluble pharmaceuticals, and other products used in the livestock industry. VRI focuses primarily on swine projects, but we have the capabilities for cattle, goat and poultry projects as well. Research projects are conducted within a federally classified Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) research facility as well as conventional livestock settings, ensuring compliance with rigorous scientific and regulatory standards.