Blog & News Releases: Embryo Transfer

Do Cows Have Eggs? Exploring the Foundation of Cattle Reproduction

January 16, 2025

By Diane Broek If you’ve ever wondered, “Do cows have eggs?” the answer is yes—but not quite the kind you’re picturing. Unlike chickens, cows don’t lay large, shell-covered eggs. Instead, they produce microscopic structures called oocytes—the foundation of reproduction. Though small enough to resemble a speck of dust, these oocytes play an essential role in the cattle reproduction process. At Trans Ova Genetics, we work with these incredible “eggs” to help farmers and ranchers achieve their breeding goals through advanced reproductive technologies like embryo transfer (ET), in vitro fertilization (IVF), and cloning. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of oocytes and…

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Preserving Legacy and Advancing Efficiency: The Role of Trans Ova Genetics in Today’s Dairy Industry

October 14, 2024

By Sara Kober The landscape of dairy farming in the U.S. has undergone significant changes over the past generation. According to a recent article by Agriculture.com, nearly two-thirds of U.S. dairy farms have disappeared in the past three decades. Yet, despite this sharp decline in farm numbers, milk production has surged by about a third. This trend signals a shift towards consolidation and the necessity for increased efficiency in the dairy industry. For farmers navigating this evolving landscape, services like those offered by Trans Ova Genetics play a crucial role in sustaining productivity, optimizing herd quality, and preserving family legacies. …

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FSH Question and Answer with Cody Bailey

April 1, 2024

Clients often ask, can I run my donor non-stimulated? The answer is YES! Our team will work with you every step of the way to determine what is best for you and your donor. Cody Bailey, one of Trans Ova's professional services technicians, joins the blog this week to do a deep dive into the differences and questions you should ask yourself when deciding what is best for you. What does it mean to use stimulation/FSH? Cody: Stimulation is using a follicle stimulating hormone, or commonly referred to as FSH. The product we use is Folltropin, which is the one…

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The Ultimate Short Cut

November 22, 2022

ProGentus Golden Certified Braford F1 Embryo By Dakota Moyers The F1 tiger stripe cow is the undisputed “Queen of the South” Her ability to thrive in tougher environments makes her value unlimited to cattlemen all across the south. Research has backed the claims of cattlemen that the maximized heterosis the tiger stripe cow possesses, allows her to be the productive, long-lasting commercial cow option along the Gulf Coast. However, the toughest part of the tiger stripe Female may be the puzzle of how to create her.  For one, it isn’t cost-effective for commercial producers to run a set of purebred…

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IVF: A Powerful Tool

June 6, 2022

During the past 50 years technological advances in the field of bovine reproduction have led to some dramatic changes in the way cattle look, reproduce, perform, and even taste. Artificial Insemination (AI) and conventional Embryo Transfer (ET) are two of the main tools used by progressive producers to accelerate genetic improvement within their herds. However, recently many producers have introduced In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) into their reproductive programs. Early on, IVF struggled to establish itself as a legitimate technology because embryo production and pregnancy rates were low, which made the cost of a live calf unacceptable to most. At that point…

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