Goat Expo 25 – Advanced Reproduction Day: Elevating Goat Breeding Through Science & Innovation
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Sedalia, Missouri | Friday, May 30, 2025 | 9:00 AM
The Goat Expo 25 – Advanced Reproduction Day is a premier event designed for producers, veterinarians, and industry professionals seeking to enhance reproductive efficiency in goat operations. This full-day program blends cutting-edge research, practical management strategies, and hands-on training to empower attendees with the latest advancements in goat reproduction.
Morning Session: Foundational Knowledge & Genetic Improvement
The day begins with Dr. Homero Salinas outlining the program’s goals, emphasizing applied reproductive techniques that producers can implement directly on their farms. Attendees will gain insights into breeding management, hormonal protocols, and genetic selection to maximize reproductive success.
Dr. Jamie Stewart follows with an in-depth exploration of goat reproductive anatomy and physiology, covering:
- Endocrine regulation of the estrous cycle
- Seasonal breeding challenges & photoperiod effects
- Hormonal and environmental influences on fertility
Next, Dr. Homero Salinas and Dr. Joel Leal-Gutierrez will present on genetic selection for reproductive efficiency, discussing:
- Traits to prioritize in breeding bucks and does (fertility, mothering ability, kid performance)
- Incorporating genetic testing and on-farm data into selection decisions
- Tools for record-keeping and genetic progress tracking
The morning concludes with Dr. Stewart’s sessions on advanced doe and buck management, including:
✔ Estrus synchronization & out-of-season breeding strategies
✔ Nutritional and health factors affecting conception
✔ Buck fertility evaluations—scrotal ultrasounds, libido testing, and breeding soundness exams
Afternoon Session: Hands-On Learning & Expert Panel
Following lunch, a producer and specialist panel will share real-world experiences with:
- Artificial insemination (AI) and estrus synchronization protocols
- Cost-benefit analysis of advanced reproductive technologies
- Biosecurity and labor considerations
Participants will then engage in interactive workshops, including:
🔹 Body Condition Scoring (BCS) for reproductive success
🔹 Testicular ultrasound & fertility assessment techniques
🔹 Artificial insemination practicum—semen handling, timing, and best practices
Why Attend?
- Gain actionable strategies to improve reproductive outcomes.
- Network with experts and fellow producers facing similar challenges.
- Hands-on training in AI, ultrasound, and fertility assessments.
Whether you’re a seasoned producer or new to advanced reproduction, this event will equip you with the knowledge and tools to optimize your herd’s genetic potential and reproductive performance.
Don’t miss this opportunity to revolutionize your goat breeding program!
📅 Date: May 30, 2025
📍 Location: Sedalia, Missouri
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Goat Expo 25 – Advanced Reproduction Day
Friday, May 30, 2025
Location: Sedalia, Missouri
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Morning Session
9:00 AM – Welcome & Goals of the Program (15 minutes)
Dr. Homero Salinas
• Introduction to objectives focused on advanced reproduction techniques and their application at the farm level.
• Overview of desired learning outcomes: enhanced breeding management and implementation of advanced reproductive practices.
9:15 AM – In-depth Reproductive Anatomy & Physiology (40 minutes)
Dr. Jamie Stewart
• Lecture on endocrine system, estrous cycle regulation, and seasonality in goats.
• Discussion of hormonal controls, environmental influences, and photoperiod impacts.
• Includes Q&A on reproductive physiology challenges.
9:55 AM – Genetic Selection for Reproductive Efficiency (40 minutes)
Dr. Homero Salinas & Dr. Joel Leal
• Selecting bucks and does for fertility, mothering traits, and offspring performance.
• Using on-farm data and genetic testing for reproductive improvement.
• Record-keeping and selection decision tools.
10:35 AM – Advanced Reproductive Management for Does (40 minutes)
Dr. Jamie Stewart
• Estrus synchronization, out-of-season breeding, and related drug use considerations.
• Managing nutrition, health, and environment to support conception and pregnancy.
• Strategies for addressing reproductive issues using herd health data.
11:15 AM – Reproductive Management for Bucks (40 minutes)
Dr. Jamie Stewart
• Fertility factors: thermoregulation, scrotal ultrasound, and libido testing.
• Breeding soundness evaluations and buck rotation practices.
• Nutritional and seasonal influences on buck performance.
12:00 PM – Lunch Break (60 minutes)
Afternoon Panel & Hands-On Session
1:00 PM – Producer & Specialist Panel: Advanced Techniques & Real-world Challenges (80 minutes)
Moderator: Dr. Homero Salinas
Panelists: Dr. Jamie Stewart, DVM. Yalonda Burton, Evie Gates, Rico, Rodney Wilson
• Experiences implementing advanced techniques: AI, synchronization, BSEs, and genetics.
• Discussion on cost-effectiveness, labor, genetic progress, and biosecurity.
• Open Q&A to address producer-specific concerns.
2:20 PM – Body Condition Scoring & Its Reproductive Implications (20 minutes)
Dr. Jamie Stewart
• Hands-on body condition scoring and how it relates to fertility and pregnancy success.
• Practical scoring exercises and management takeaways.
2:40 PM – Testicular Measurements, Ultrasound, and Fertility Assessments (30 minutes)
Dr. Jamie Stewart
• Techniques in scrotal circumference measurement and ultrasonography.
• Interpretation of semen quality, testicular consistency, and fertility indicators.
3:10 PM – Artificial Insemination Practicum (40 minutes)
DVM Yalonda Burton
• AI demonstration: equipment setup, protocol timing, and best practices.
• Discussion on semen handling, synchronization timing, and safety measures.
3:50 PM – Q&A, Evaluation, and Wrap-Up (30 minutes)
• Final Q&A session focused on producer-specific reproductive challenges.
• Participant evaluations and discussion of follow-up opportunities.
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