Breeding with Frozen Semen. Step 2 – Transport/Storing the semen
Sorry it has taken me a while to add this new step – I have been busy getting the mares bred (or trying to)!
I did want to tell you a bit about getting the semen here and getting it stored so I could then have it protected and available.
As mentioned in a previous post, I purchased my semen through a friend who served as broker for me.
Breeding with Frozen Semen. Step 1 – understanding the process.
This year I decided to take the plunge and try using frozen semen. My friends here at FHAME and I thought maybe writing about these experiences would be a good way to share info with others as part of our education outreach. Others at FHAME are trying to breed with frozen semen too, so hopefully there will be comments posted as we all share our experiences.
Ok, for me, Step 0 was selecting the stallions to use.
How to Read Friesian Horse’s Papers
Here is a short tutorial explaining how to read the papers. MAKE THE VIDEO FULL SCREEN AND HD so you can read the information and see the cursor movements.
KFPS Changes Provisional Status
The KFPS has changed the provisional status for Crown and Model. You no longer have 1 year to complete your I.B.O.P Test. The provisional status will be unlimited in terms, meaning that once you have gained your provisional status you will have unlimited time in which to complete your I.B.O.P test.