FRESH SEMEN

We ship UPS or FedEX Next Day anywhere in the United States and most Countries of the World, so you will receive the finest genetics available the next day.  Fresh Specified Semen is packaged in individual bottles or cochettes on the SEMBAG™ with approximately  5 billion cells per dose.  Fresh Terminal or Maternal Line semen is extended to approximately 4 billion cells per dose.  Life expectancy, when properly stored and rotated, is 5 to 6 days from collection.  Check semen storage directions upon arrival.  Motility of cells will be greatly reduced in the extender, but world-wide studies verify greater fertility and litter sizes.

SEMEN PACKAGING

Semen is now available in the IMV Cochette individual bag system, tubes, or bottles.  Semen is still available from IBS in the SEMBAG™.  The minimum number of doses is ten (10) and the sky is the limit.  Each bag will hold up to thirty (30) doses and comes with an easy pour spout.  When you receive SEMBAG™ semen you will fill your own bottles at your operation.  Bottles can be shipped ground thus saving costs.

BOAR VIEWING

For those wishing to see Boars at INTERNATIONAL BOAR SEMEN, please be advised that boars can be brought into the viewing room for observation.  Due to collection schedules, please call ahead to arrange a viewing.  Preferred viewing times are: 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday.  No boar viewing on Mondays.  We welcome visitors to IBS,.

VIDEOS & CD'S AVAILABLE

"How to Use Artificial Insemination-Using Fresh Boar Semen" - This video demonstrates heat detection, semen collection and storage, proper handling, and actual insemination procedure.  "IBS's Master Gene" - A video showing the boars at IBS. Our catalog is available on CD for you to evaluate on your personal computer in your office.

FROZEN SEMEN

Frozen semen allows you to access our genetics for use anytime you wish, and has an unlimited shelf life if properly stored.  IBS offers two different forms of frozen semen. PELLET FROZEN SEMEN: Outstanding herd sires from IBS's are offered in this form.  The pellet process was used from 1976 to 1997.  STRAW FROZEN SEMEN: IBS offers this new form of frozen semen in a 5 ml. straw.  One straw and one bottle of thaw solution using a quick 50 second thaw procedure offers a quick and easy dose of semen ready for insemination.  Straw frozen semen is stable for up to 48 hours after thawing.  Equipment needed: Liquid Nitrogen tank, water bath, thermometer, scissors, thaw solution, and timer.

BREEDING CERTIFICATES

Certificates for registration of Purebred Litters are available for $20.00 over Association fee if done within 30 days of farrowing or $30.00 over Association fees if done after 31 days of farrowing.  Breeding Certificates are available on semen bought as Specified Semen.  4-H, FFA and Junior Purebred Swine Registry members will receive breeding certificates at no extra charge above the Association fees.

ORDERING INFORMATION

Order desks are open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Monday through Friday, (CST). After hours our voice mail system will take your message.

For same day shipping please call no later than 12:00 Noon.

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