Reproduction of pigs: Minitube seminar in Ukraine

The hottest, in the full sense of the word, seminar concerning porcine artificial insemination "Reproduction of Pigs – Practice and Experience." was recently held in Kiev (Ukraine). It was organized with the support of the main Minitube distributors in Ukraine, Veteco and Vetlikar.

Rudolf Großfeld (Minitube) was the main speaker on this workshop, and Victoria Williams (Minitube), and Alexander Luk (Veteco) were moderators and translators. About 50 people from 30 farms attended the seminar, mainly veterinarians, AI technicians, directors and farm managers.

Rudolf Großfeld reported on very important topics for the audience, such as: 1. Water quality for semen diluent 2. Advantages and disadvantages of the method of intrauterine insemination 3. Causes of bacterial contamination of the ejaculate and actions to improve hygiene 4. Typical mistakes in semen production and artificial insemination and its prevention.

The workshop was held in an active format and friendly atmosphere, and with intense discussions among the participants. The attendees took the opportunity to receive current information on pig breeding and ask the manufacturer of Minitube products directly at the seminar.

We hope that this meeting will be remembered for a long time, and the gained knowledge will contribute to the development of artificial insemination techniques.
Reproduction of pigs: Minitube seminar in Ukraine