Genus Competitors

Based in Plain City, Ohio, Select Sires Inc. is committed to enhancing the productivity and profitability of dairy and beef producers. Highly fertile semen and genetic consultation are provided by three farmer-owned and -controlled cooperatives domestically, while World Wide Sires, Ltd. delivers international service. As the industry leader, Select Sires Inc. supplies farmers and ranchers with the world's best genetics, services and programs. We Value: • Responsiveness to customer needs • Highly trained, professional personnel • High quality at a fair price • Industry leadership • Product and service innovation • Commitment to research • Good stewardship of assets • Continuous improvement • Integrity in everything we do

Healthy and efficient cows, more efficiency and convenience for the farmer, less pressure on the environment. CRV helps improve the herd. Better Cows ensure Better Life. CRV is an international enterprise in the field of cattle improvement. The shareholder is the Dutch/Flemish Co-operative CRV. CRV has operations in The Netherlands, Belgium, Brazil, the United States, New Zealand, the Czech Republic, Luxembourg, Germany, United Kingdom, South Africa and Spain. In addition to these countries, the products and services of CRV are marketed in approximately 50 countries worldwide. CRV sells approximately 10 million doses of semen across the globe annually. The head office is located in Arnhem (NL). CRV is active in the cattle improvement industry. This involves the development, production and sale of genetic products - semen and embryos -, on farm services and (digital) information products. Amongst others CRV is involved in the following areas: - breeding - breeding consultancy & mating programmes - milk recording - herd book registration - embryo transplantation - artificial insemination - type classification The customers who purchase products and services are cattle farmers and organisations that support farmers in their management, such as veterinarians and nutrition companies.

Trans Ova Genetics provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals, and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semen, genetic preservation and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations and on-farm application of reproductive technologies. From veterinarians and embryologists, to animal caretakers and client service representatives, each location and its team share a consistent commitment to client service that can multiply the results within any breeding program. On-going research and applied science allows Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies that will help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement.