Exporting Fresh or Frozen Semen
Swine Genetics International Ltd.’s (SGI) primary goal is to supply top quality genetics that will improve the genetic base of our customers.  We are interested in developing long term relationship with our customers so we can best serve their genetic needs.  SGI can supply either liquid or frozen semen that can be shipped worldwide.

Swine Genetics International has been very active in exporting swine semen and live animals to many countries around the world since 1981.  We have a boar stud that contains over 100 sires representing all major breeds in the U.S.A.  These boars are selected from leading breeding herds from throughout the Continental United States and, therefore, represent a wide cross-section of the superior genetics available in the U.S.A.

Live Boar and Fresh/Frozen Semen Export Options

Liquid Semen
Liquid semen is extended with a long life extender that maintains high livability and conception rate up to 5-7 days after collection.  Thus, liquid semen can be shipped worldwide.  

Frozen Semen
Frozen semen is frozen in straws by a technique utilizing a Cryo-Med chamber to precisely control the freezing rate.  The thawing procedure is simple and precise.  Customers throughout the world have obtained 60 to 90 percent conception rate and good litter size with SGI frozen semen. 

Swine Breeding Animal Exports
SGI represents a wide cross-section of leading U.S. purebred and F-1 breeding herds, which produce breeding stock of all major U.S. swine breeds. SGI personnel are experienced in selection and handling of foreign shipments. We will take you to the breeding farms and assist in selection or select high quality animals for you at fair prices. SGI personnel have worked directly with many herds throughout the world. We recognize the marketing and production systems differ in various countries and dictate the type of breeding swine needed to produce the type of market hog that best fits the country’s production system and consumer demand. SGI personnel stay abreast of the genetic development in the herds it represents. Thus, we can direct you to those herds that have the genetic material best suited to your specific needs. SGI can arrange and handle all health testing, quarantine, insurance, shipping and documentation necessary to deliver the swine to the port of entry. SGI follows up on all exports to ensure customers satisfaction and to help determine their future needs. We will strive to produce rapid genetic improvement for you, our customer, at the most economical cost.