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SWINE TRAINING PROGRAM

Artificial Insemination

September 28-29, 2009

West Central Research and Outreach Center, Morris

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ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION for SWINE WORKSHOP

The Artificial Insemination for Swine Workshop will give participants a better understanding of the factors involved to successfully breed females using artificial insemination techniques. The course is appropriate for people with a limited knowledge of breeding swine as well as experienced pork producers who wish to review the basics and stay abreast on recent developments.

 

When correctly applied, artificial insemination offers economic advantages and improves genetics. Workshop presenters will also address human and environmental factors, as well as the sow’s own genetic potential, affecting sow breeding efficiency and subsequent farrowing and litter size.

 

WHEN & WHERE

The workshop will be Sept. 28-29 at the West Central Research and Outreach Center, Morris. Classroom instruction will be from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 28 and hands-on instruction in the swine research facilities will be from 8 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Sept. 29. To maximize student learning and understanding, the hands-on session incorporates numerous activities relating to material covered in the classroom portion of the course. Registration is due Sept. 18.

 

WORKSHOP TOPICS

  • Anatomy and Physiology: Hormonal patterns, ovulation and pregnancy regulation, gilt/sow reproductive tract characteristics
  • Heat Detection and Breeding: Insemination timing, improving estrus detection, breeding herd efficiency, fertility factors, number of services, catheters
  • Intrauterine Insemination: Demonstration of technique, differences between conventional A.I. and intrauterine insemination
  • Sow Nutrition: Feeding the sow for productivity and longevity, sow versus gilt nutrition, effect on puberty and litter performance, feeding to achieve desired body condition, use of fiber
  • Semen: Handling, storage, extension, shelf life
  • Reproductive Problem Solving: Open discussion of specific on-farm reproductive issues

 

INSTRUCTORS & COST

U of M faculty and swine industry experts provide instruction for the course. Cost of the program is $100 per person and includes learning materials, meals, breaks, instructor fees and biosecurity clothing for hands-on training sessions. Additional participants from the same production system or farm may register for $50 each. Overnight lodging is the student’s responsibility.

 

MORE INFORMATION

Contact U of M Swine Extension Educator, Dr. Mark Whitney at (507) 389-5541 or

Minnesota Pork Board Assistant Executive Director, Trudy Wastweet at 1-800-537-7675.


MORE INFORMATION

Contact U of M Swine Extension Educator Mark Whitney at (507) 389-5541 or Minnesota Pork Board Assistant Executive Director Trudy Wastweet at 1-800-537-7675.

Lodging Options: Overnight lodging is the student’s responsibility.

Morris hotels include:

Best Western Prairie Inn
200 East Hwy 28
Morris, Minnesota
(320) 589-3030


Super 8 Motel
102 East Hwy 28
Morris, Minnesota
(320) 589-8888

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STP PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Swine Training Program is a series of courses that cover various aspects and phases of swine production. These courses have both classroom lectures and hands-on activities.

Owner/operators, managers, veteran employees and new hires will all benefit from these training programs. University of Minnesota educators and swine industry experts provide the course instruction and materials.

Course locations for the Swine Training Program courses are at the U of M Research and Outreach Centers in Waseca and Morris.

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Upcoming Swine Training Programs

Artificial Insemination

September 28-29, 2009

West Central Research and Outreach Center, Morris

Nursery

November 12-13, 2009

West Central Research and Outreach Center, Morris

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