The two key factors in the successful use of Artificial Insemination are timing and technique. It is a safe method of introducing new genes into pig herds. In our program of 16 February Ninja Boshoff, AI Station Manager at Porcem Semen talks about breeding systems and the advantage of reproduction technologies such as Artificial Insemination.
Dr Mariette Geyser of Fisantvlei Dormers near Potchefstroom talks about the role of maternal traits in her Dormer stud and how she selects for this trait. Maternal traits is a collective term which includes the mothering ability, the number of lambs born and milking ability. Adaptability and fertility are also important.
Fanie Kruger of Ruswater Dormer Stud near Potchefstroom in the North-Wet province talks about the production of quality rams for commercial small stock enterprises. The rams must not be over-fed. The ram must be able to adapt to its new environment and over-fed animals can make sheep production less efficient.
Dr Johnny van der Merwe, Director of AMT has some information on the latest trends in the grain and livestock markets.
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