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Mycotoxins - Impact on Boar Health and Semen Quality

We have received numerous reports this fall from both boar studs and producers who are facing challenges when feeding new crop corn that may contain higher levels of mold or mycotoxins.  The increase in mold spore activity is due largely to a much cooler and wetter growing season in many parts of the Midwest.

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Nitrile Alert - Potential for Semen Damage

In the past year, the ReproQuest semen evaluation lab has investigated semen damaged from the use of Nitrile products, gloves and/or sleeves, during the collection and processing of boar semen.

 

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Pipettes & Semen Sampling

Consistent and accurate sampling of semen is a critical step in properly evaluating and processing swine semen....

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Libra S6 Visible Spectrophotometer-A great way to determine sperm concentration and save money.

The Libra S6 visible diode array spectrophotometer has been designed to meet the routine spectroscopy needs of customers requiring a compact, light weight instrument that is easy to use and which includes far more features than similar priced products.

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How much emphasis should you put on acrosome evaluation of a dose of semen?

At ReproQuest, we do not include the percent acrosomal damage in the viability calculation, the reason being is that we can't determine if the cell was or is alive or dead.

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Should Semen be Checked on the Sow Farm - NO, but...

Preserv XtraTM is a long term extender that utilizes a particular buffer that can basically put the sperm cells to "sleep". This is not the case for all boars, but certain boars are affected more than others.

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Can you use Fresh Extender in your Spectrophotometer?

Like anything, if sodium citrate or extender get old it does not work as well.

 

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Often imitated but never duplicated... Preserv™ Xtra semen extender is designed for the female

The swine industry appears to be heading in the right direction in terms of semen extender.  Ever since the introduction of PreservTM Xtra in 2006, there have been several other BSA free/antioxidant-supplemented extenders rush onto the market.  While this has been flattering in itself, it also shows that ReproQuest, Inc is the innovative leader in semen extension and sperm preservation.

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Evaluation of Boar Semen-Facts

Determining the initial quality of a boar ejaculate is the first step in semen processing and should ensure that prior to further processing, a high quality artificial insemination dose of semen will be produced.

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News and Updates

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CQ 8OO™

PACKAGING SYSTEM

The newest packaging system to be introduced by RQCPC, the CQ 8OO™ packaging system combines a lean efficient design with speed and accuracy.

CQ 8OO™ Key Features:

  • Fully integrated touch screen for data entry and program management
  • Operating speed of 800 doses per hour
  • Bar Code read and write capable Ethernet connectivity for remote diagnostics
  • Available for Sale, Lease with Product Agreement
  • Priced below $ 20,000.00

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Latest Industry News

NPPC Press Feed
  • Bill Reauthorizing Price Reporting Law Advances
    The National Pork Producers Council today applauded the House Agriculture Committee for approving legislation to reauthorize the law requiring meat packers to report to the U.S. Department of Agriculture the prices they pay producers for animals.
  • Comment Period On USDA Rule Extended
    While it welcomed the extension of the comment period on it, the National Pork Producers Council said the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule on the buying and selling of livestock and poultry will be a disaster for producers.
  • NPPC Urges Restoration Of Animal ID Funding
    Calling it vital to the United States livestock industry's ability to more quickly control and eradicate foreign animal diseases and keep export markets open, the National Pork Producers Council today urged Congress to restore funding for a national animal identification system.

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Libra S6 Programmable Spectrophotometer

The Libra S6 is an affordable option for measuring semen concentration quickly and accurately. The Libra S6 uses standard square cuvettes or with an optional adapter, can be used with 10mm or 12mm clear glass test tubes.

Libra S6

The Libra S6 is a programmable, highly accurate spectrophotometer for measuring semen concentration in production systems. The Libra S6 measures semen concentration based on multiple calibration points resulting in a high degree of accuracy. A simple user interface and large display makes for easy operation.

ITEM NUMBER:  RQ E56

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