Bluegrass Cyclone sexed semen demand in Belgium
Sexed semen has been collected from Bluegrass Cyclone and is already proving a hit for the export market. Belgian breeders are now requesting sexed female and sexed male semen to fit in with their breeding programmes.
Bluegrass Cyclone semen was collected at Cogent - who have a decade of experience and
now offer the most robust and successful Sexed product available on the market.
Although the technology for sorting sperm has not changed, Cogent has been able to improve the product greatly from its original form with the implication of various new techniques including world leading quality controls, a world exclusive freezing technique and 10 years of on farm experience.
More widely used by dairy farmers it is growing in popularity with beef breeders and producers. Following best practice guidelines, breeders can expect fertility to be comparable to conventional semen with 90% correct sex calves born.
How much sperm in a straw?
2.3 million of the best selected sperm from only the live, normal and female populations.
Do I need any special insemination techniques?
No, but care and attention is necessary following Cogent's best practice guidelines.
Can my technician inseminate sexed semen?
Yes, but needs attention to detail when handling product and must follow Cogent's guidelines for using sexed semen.
How does it affect conception rates on cows and heifers?
Heifers are comparable with sexed semen when using best practice and our guidelines. Cogent do not recommend using sexed semen on cows.
Can I use on syncronised heats?
Cogent promote the use of sexed semen on natural heats or synchronisation followed by a natural heat.
Can you use sexed semen on organic farms, is it approved by organic organisations?
Yes, the organic society has validated the use of sexed semen as have the soil association.
How many tests are done the semen and what are they?
Seven different laboratory test are conducted before any batch of sexed semen is released. These specifically look at the sperms' fertilising ability and tolerance.
What are the recommended thawing guidelines and is there any special equipment needed?
Cogent recomends 1 straw, 37C for a minimum of 40 seconds. Cogent also promotes the use of electric semen thawers.
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