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About Breedtech

Breedtech is a veterinary reproduction company working exclusively in ovine embryo transfer. It is not an ‘add-on’ service to a veterinary practice. It is for this reason that the operating skills are exceptional and results are consistently high. 

QUALIFICATION

Breedtech is owned and operated by veterinarians Dr Simon Bell and Dr Rebecca Bell. Graduating from Murdoch University Veterinary School they have worked in embryo transfer for over 30 years.

FIELD OF WORK

Breedtech is a licensed quarantine and export centre for the export of ovine embryos and semen. Breedtech has exported to China, Mexico, New Caledonia and many South American countries including Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile and Paraguay.

PHILOSOPHY

As a family business, we have inherent values that direct our business in areas we believe are improving the use of humanities resources whilst respecting the welfare of the animals. It is for these reasons that we enjoy sharing this knowledge and offering our skills to those who share the same view.

VISION

Breedtech highly values Australian agriculture an encourages farmers to be proactive in marketing their animals as an internationally desirable product. Breedtech offers a breeding and export service to those innovative producers who have discovered they can begin operating in an international market.

OVINE SERVICE

Owner and Centre Veterinarian Simon Bell, has 30 years of experience in the field of ovine artificial reproduction and has gained proficiency in all aspects of embryo transfer including embryo recovery, transfer and freezing. Breedtech services also include semen freezing and storage, artificial insemination and health testing. Breedtech has worked exclusively in ovine reproduction since its inception in 2000. Breedtech consistently flushes over 1000 donors and freezes more than 2500 embryos for export each year. Breedtech was involved in the recovery of 30 000 embryos from just 200 Awassi ewes during a three year project between 2009 and 2012 and is currently exporting to Canada, USA, Norfolk Island and New Zealand.

Embryo Transfer

Embryo Transfer is an efficient way of multiplying elite genetics within a flock, increasing the rate of genetic gain. It can also be used to transfer elite genetics across the world with minimal risk of disease transmission.

Semen Freezing

Semen freezing can be used for the transport of elite genetics around the world decreasing the risk of disease transmission. Freezing semen enables studs to store the genetics of their best stock and to introduce new genetics whilst maintaining high levels of biosecurity.

Import and Export

Breedtech is accredited with the Department of Agriculture and Food (DAF) for the export of Small Ruminant Genetic Material. This accreditation allows Breedtech to export ovine semen and embryos.

Artifical Insemination

Artificial Insemination is an effective way of utilising the genetics of elite males and removes the barrier of distance and time because of the successful use of frozen semen.

Health Testing

Breedtech is accredited to perform local flock health testing for the Brucellosis Accreditation Scheme (OVAC) and Ovine Johnes Disease (MAP). We also provide an export health testing service for the live shipment of sheep and cattle.

Embryo Sales Agent

Breedtech highly regards the commitment our clients make when developing and improving their sheep genetics.