Sexed Semen Farming Note

Sexed semen is becoming an increasingly attractive option for farmers as technologies and success rates have improved, as well as higher replacement costs putting heifer calves at a premium. Using sexed semen allows quicker genetic progress, increased opportunity for beef calf income and faster herd size growth.

This Farming Note covers:

• Sexing the semen
• Maintaining good conception rates
• The cost effectiveness of using sexed semen
• The pros and cons

Issued June 2009.

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