EQPOD10005 - Dr. Juan Samper - Equine Sexing Technology

#Equine #EquineReproduction #HorseBreeding #EquineAssistedReproduction #EquineResearch Summary In this episode of the Equipod podcast, host Thai Hua interviews Dr. Juan Samper, an expert in equine reproduction and semen sexing technology. Dr. Samper discusses the advancements in semen sorting technology, particularly its application in equine breeding. He explains the significance of Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) and the potential for reverse sorting of previously frozen semen. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in the equine reproductive industry, especially in comparison to the bovine sector, and emphasizes the growing interest and investment in these technologies. Takeaways Dr. Samper is an expert in equine reproduction and semen sexing. Semen sorting technology has been evolving for over 30 years. The goal is to achieve a 95% accuracy in gender selection. ICSI is currently the most reliable method for equine breeding. Reverse sorting could allow for gender selection from frozen semen. The equine industry is lagging behind the bovine industry in reproductive technologies. In vitro produced embryos are becoming more common in equine reproduction. Skepticism exists due to past experiences with less effective technologies. The company has a strong international presence with 24 laboratories. Exponential growth in sexing technologies is expected in the coming years. ST Genetics: www.stgen.com