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Embryo Transfer for Small Ruminants

Embryo Transfer (ET) for Sheep & Goats

Embryo Transfer (ET) is a reproductive tool that helps sheep and goat producers generate more offspring from elite females and make greater use of the genetics already proven in their flock or herd.

Through a partnership between Reproduction Specialty Group (RSG) and Trans Ova Genetics, ET services are supported by specialized veterinary service and proven reproductive expertise to help producers build more intentional, efficient breeding programs.

What is Embryo Transfer?

Embryo Transfer (ET) is an advanced reproductive process in which embryos are collected from a donor female and transferred into recipient females. This allows producers to increase the reproductive output of valuable females and expand the influence of top-performing genetics.

For sheep and goat operations focused on genetic progress, ET can be an effective way to create more uniformity, multiply elite matings, and accelerate herd or flock improvement.

How ET Services Are Delivered

ET services are delivered through a partnership between RSG and Trans Ova Genetics.

• RSG leads scheduling, veterinary services, and on-farm or in-clinic service delivery
  
• Trans Ova Genetics supports the program through reproductive expertise, embryo handling standards, and the systems that help drive consistency throughout the process

This model brings field service and reproductive support together to create a more streamlined experience and dependable results for producers.

Why Producers Use ET

Embryo Transfer is often used to:

• Produce more offspring from elite donor females
• Extend the impact of proven genetics across a flock or herd
• Create greater consistency from planned matings
• Accelerate genetic progress in a more structured way
• Expand replacement or breeding options without relying solely on natural reproduction

When paired with the right service and reproductive support, ET becomes a practical tool for building a stronger and more predictable breeding program.

Embryo Quality and Evaluation

All frozen embryos are handled according to established embryo processing standards, and results can vary from collection to collection. Some donors may produce no viable embryos, while others may yield significantly more.

Each collection is evaluated individually, and embryo outcomes depend on a range of factors including donor response, reproductive condition, and overall program management.

Schedule ET Services

All scheduling, veterinary services, and on-farm coordination for small ruminant embryo transfer are managed by Reproduction Specialty Group (RSG).