Big things happening out west! Regional Business Manager, Jacob DeKruyf joins the podcast to tell us more about the opportunities in the western region. He also shares exciting news about the new lab opening in Idaho. Jacob DeKruyf - [email protected]  

Get into the inner workings of the Trans Ova cloning lab this week with podcast guest Dan Faber. As cloning lab manager, Dan gives us an inside look at the day-to-day responsibilities of the lab. He also dives into the do's and don'ts of cloning. Want more information on genetic preservation and cloning? Contact Diane Broek at [email protected]  

You've taken the time to create outstanding genetics, and multiply success through Tran Ova services, now you need to ensure you have happy, healthy calves at birth. Dr. Travis White from Saskatoon Colostrum (SCCL) joins the podcast to discuss SCCL products and the importance of colostrum. For more information about SCCL, check out their website: https://sccl.com/english/  Have a question for Travis? Email him here: [email protected]

Tyler Humphrey joins the podcast this week to discuss all things cattle sales. Tyler works hard to promote the outstanding genetics our industry has to offer through the sale of frozen products. We talk about the major sales he focuses on, including the new Angus Elite Sale in Vegas this year.  Reach out to Tyler via e-mail at: [email protected]  Check out the Angus Elite Sale catalog here: https://cci.auction/orgs/1/auctions/2813%F0%9F%8E%B0%F0%9F%8E%B0?fbclid=IwAR10xxJiwxMJTov9rIOeGPWjlrFPX3iBZLQAB5N2dQsz9WwBa30QLcFNy6w   

Ryan Fairbairn, DVM, and CSR Taryn Coffman join the podcast this week to answer frequently asked questions submitted by YOU, our listeners. They cover everything from setting up donors to picking up frozen inventory. Have more questions? Reach out to Ryan and Taryn directly: Taryn - [email protected] Ryan - [email protected] 

Mike Creek joins the podcast this week while at World Dairy Expo. He and Emily talk about advanced reproductive technologies' impact on the dairy industry while watching the Holstein Show! 

To kick off Season 3, we sat down with a few of our 2022 interns. We discussed their internship experience with Trans Ova. They also share great tips for applying and interviewing for various positions.  If you are interested in any of the internship positions, this is the one to check out! Apply online at www.transova.com/careers 

Budjon Farms and Boarding was one of the first Trans Ova satellites in Wisconsin, bringing IVF technology closer to cattle producers in the state. Tom and Kelli Cull own and operate Budjon, bringing clients the "Budjon Experience", the personalized care to every animal on the farm. Kelli joins the podcast this week to discuss their start in the business, their use of IVF technology, and their offered services. She even shares stories of past game-changing donors that have shaped their program.  Learn more about Budjon at https://budjon.com/ 

Calling all junior exhibitors! This week we sat down with Amy Cowan, Caitlyn Brandt, Jake Renner, and Lindsey Broek, all junior and event coordinators from their respective breed associations. All four do an outstanding job in planning events throughout the year for juniors in our industry. We discuss specifically the importance of junior nationals and what they have planned for those events this summer.  Be sure to see the Trans Ova team this summer at one of these events! Learn more about the junior associations here: Hereford Angus Gelbvieh Maine-Anjou

Dr. Ashley Swenson, a past Trans Ova intern, joins the podcast this week to discuss a variety of topics. We chat about how being a Trans Ova partner and how adding IVF services has impacted her practice. We also ask her some frequently asked questions from dairy producers. Stay in touch with Dr. Swenson on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/midwestembryotransfer or e-mail her at [email protected]