BioPocrates™ Receives Prestigious DBIA Grant to Expand Production of Zoguri™ Probiotic
Nebraska’s Only DBIA Grant Recipient Pioneers Dairy-Based Probiotic Innovation to Revolutionize Gut Health, Inflammation, and Overall Wellness
OMAHA, NE – February 11, 2025 – BioPocrates LLC, a pioneering Nebraska-based business dedicated to advancing health and well-being through scientifically backed, dairy-based products, has been awarded a highly competitive Dairy Business Builder grant from the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA). Among 39 recipients across an 11-state region in the Midwest, BioPocrates stands out as the only Nebraska-based dairy company to receive this prestigious grant, underscoring its leadership in dairy innovation and wellness solutions. BioPocrates will use the grant to design and purchase specialized fermentation equipment to scale the production of Zoguri, its yogurt-based L. reuteri probiotic supplement.
The DBIA, a partnership between the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) and the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), awarded a total of $3.3 million in funding to small- and medium-sized dairy farmers or processors that are diversifying on-farm activity, creating value-added products, enhancing dairy byproducts, or creating and expanding export programs. 
Expanding Innovation in the Dairy Industry
This recognition from DBIA highlights BioPocrates’ growing impact on the dairy industry, particularly as Zoguri expands sales in a new market for dairy products. By leveraging cutting-edge fermentation techniques, BioPocrates is not only enhancing dairy-based health solutions but also aligning with DBIA’s mission to promote innovation and sustainability within the industry.
“This grant is a testament to BioPocrates’ commitment to revolutionizing gut health through dairy-based innovation. The support from DBIA allows us to scale our specialized fermentation process to meet increasing demand for Zoguri while reinforcing our dedication to delivering all-natural replenishment for gut, immunity, anxiety, and bone health,” said Daniel Rehal, President and Founder of BioPocrates.
Strengthening Omaha’s Local Economy
The DBIA grant also marks a significant milestone for Omaha’s economic and innovation landscape. BioPocrates, in collaboration with the University of Nebraska and University of Wisconsin, is developing an industrial operation that will ultimately transition to a larger facility in Omaha.
“We are proud to continue investing in Omaha and fostering local economic growth. This grant empowers us to expand our operations to serve a wider base of consumers seeking holistic health solutions, create new jobs, and position Omaha as a leader in health-focused dairy innovation,” Rehal added.
About BioPocrates
BioPocrates LLC is an innovative Nebraska-based dairy company dedicated to advancing gut health through scientifically backed, dairy-based probiotics. The company’s flagship product, Zoguri, is a yogurt-based L. reuteri probiotic supplement. Committed to quality, sustainability, and community growth, BioPocrates collaborates with leading research institutions to expand health-conscious dairy solutions by driving innovation in the industry.
About Zoguri
Zoguri is the first and only all-natural, fermented, multi-strain probiotic supplement that includes seven species of beneficial bacteria, featuring two strains of L. reuteri—a keystone species lacking in 96% of Americans1 –and is specifically formulated to replenish these strains in a yogurt-like supplement taken daily. Replenishing L. reuteri has been clinically shown to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall wellness.
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