Introduction
Swine Genetics International, Ltd. has the following objectives:

  • To supply superior genetics at an economical price.To provide an efficient method of genetic transfer with a reduced risk of disease transmission.To preserve the genetics of proven superior sires so that their semen will be available to a wider segment of the swine industry, for a longer period of time.To develop improved methods of liquid and frozen semen preservation, in order to further increase the efficiency of artificial insemination (AI.) of swine.To continually explore new methods, such as estrus synchronization, which have the potential of increasing the availability of superior genetics to the swine industry.
  • To supply the latest in technology, AI. equipment and supplies at a competitive price.

The staff at Swine Genetics International is dedicated to meeting the genetic needs of the swine industry. Complete customer service is our goal.

President/CEO
Jim Krug

 

Sales & Marketing Development
Bob Naylor
Tye Lettow

Lab Director
Gary Kuper

 

Export Director & Coordinator
Harold Hodson
Marty Snyder

Office Management & Secretarial
Marty Snyder
Connie Baker

 

Accounts Receivable/Payable
Pam Anderson
Connie Baker

Boar & Facility Management
Bryan Hill
Jason Schuler
Tye Lettow

 

Semen Processing & Freezing
Gary Kuper
Heidi Timmer
Shell Wearmouth

 

Table of Contents

Introduction

Why Use Artificial Insemination

U.S. National Genetics Evaluation

Cost of Natural vs. Al Service

Economic Value of Superior Sires

Breeding Programs To Facilitate Al

Boar Selection Criteria

Health Advancements Through Al

Boar Health and Management

Semen Availability

Boar Viewing

Ordering Procedures

Artificial Insemination Clinics

Boar Training and Semen Collection

Processing Fresh Semen

The Key Steps to a Successful Breeding Program with Al

Methods of Estrus Synchronization For Facilitating Swine Artificial Insemination

 

View Catalogs

Boar Catalog
Complete list of boars.

Equipment Catalog
View all the Equipment needed for your Lab & Artificial Insemination.

AI Manual
Procedures & information on artificial insemination.

Price List
View Current Pricing for the Products SGI has to offer

 

 

Literature Articles

Thaw Procedure

Custom Freezing

 
 
 

 
 
 
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Phone: (515) 383-4386 Fax: (515) 383-2257 Order Toll Free: 800-247-3958
Email: boars@swinegenetics.com