Next-gen biotics for gut performance and resilience
Cerryx develops CER-X04, a dual-strain probiotic that supports gut function and growth performance in poultry, built as a platform for other livestock.
The challenge
Feed is one of the largest costs in livestock production. At the same time, producers are asked to use fewer antibiotics and cut emissions.
Gut health connects all three. An animal that makes good use of its feed grows better, needs fewer interventions and leaves less behind. That is where we focus our research.
CER-X04
Request trial dataCER-X04 combines two probiotic strains that work in the gut of the animal. Our research looks at how the combination supports the gut lining and helps animals turn feed into growth.
We have studied CER-X04 in poultry, calves and mice, and in rumen fluid in the lab. A scientific publication is in preparation. We share study results with partners under a confidentiality agreement.
- Two strains
- Streptococcus thermophilus and Pediococcus acidilactici, combined in one probiotic.
- Non-GMO
- Naturally occurring strains, fermented in our own lab.
- Dry powder
- For use in feed or dispersed in drinking water on the farm.
- One platform
- Developed for poultry first, with cattle and companion animals in our pipeline.
Partner with us
Register interestProduct trials
Test CER-X04 in your operation
Run a trial with CER-X04 in your own flocks, with a protocol we design together and results you can compare against your current programme.
Co-development
Develop formulations together
Work with our R&D team on species- or market-specific formulations, dosing and application routes, from the lab to the farm.
Contract development
Use our lab for your projects
Our Bristol lab takes on microbial R&D for partners, from strain work and fermentation to small-batch production.
Efficacy studies
Measure what an additive does
We design and run studies that assess the effect of probiotics and feed additives, with a focus on livestock.
Distribution
Bring Cerryx to your markets
Animal health and feed companies can partner with us on distribution and licensing of Cerryx products.
Team
Science, venture capital and livestock experience in one team, supported by advisors from the poultry industry, pharma and biotech.
Dr. Ivan Morace
CEO and co-founder
Seven years of academic research and five in venture capital and pharma.
Benjamin Luther, LL.M.
CFO and co-founder
Ten years in venture capital and four in M&A and transactions.
Prof. Dr. Tristan Cogan
Chief Science Officer
More than 20 years in microbiology, infectious diseases and livestock research. Leads our lab in Bristol.
Where we work
Munich
Headquarters
Management, business development and partnerships.
Bristol
Research and development
Our lab at Science Creates OMX for microbial R&D, fermentation and small-batch production.
Osnabrück
Poultry development
Our site for poultry development, in the heart of north-west Germany's livestock region.
Investors
We welcome conversations with investors who share our focus on animal health and more sustainable livestock production.
Meet us at IPPE 2027
Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, 26–28 January 2027. Tell us in advance what you would like to discuss and we will make time for you at our booth.