RAMSEM

Where a breed has already been established in a country, there should be a sustained demand for the semen of top rams in the RSA. Semen is regarded as a greater health risk than embryos - mainly because semen, unlike embryos, cannot be repeatedly washed. The same testing procedures applied to embryo donors may also be applied to AI rams and "safe" semen can be produced... Embryo Centres and Team Leaders for embryo exports. The South African Depart- ment of Agriculture is responsible for the inspection and registration of Artificial Insemination and Embryo centres. SAVSEG co-ordinates the examination and registration of embryo team leaders, ensuring that only vets with the necessary knowledge and experience are involved in certified exports