Fresh semen programme expects 10% increase for 2021
April 21, 2021, 6:00 am The use of fresh semen has grown in popularity over the last number of years amongst dairy farmers and artificial insemination (AI) service providers. In New Zealand, fresh semen is commonly used – even more so than frozen semen – due to its convenience and speed of use. The fresh semen programme, which is run by Progressive Genetics and Munster Bovine, has grown in popularity over the last few years in Ireland. This year’s fresh semen programme began on April 14, and is due to finish around June 2. ”Last year over 35,000 fresh straws were used, which was a 12%...
Source: agriland.ie