September eNewsletter 2024 - Reproduction Specialty Group

Published On: September 5th, 2024Categories: Newsletters

Monthly News & Updates

September | 2024

Upcoming Events

Join us September 26-28 in Des Moines!

Location: Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA

RSG will be exhibiting and hosting educational sessions at this year’s event. Check out the event and stop by our booth at the show!

October 21^st – 25^th – FFA National Convention week tours at RSG Lebanon, IN

FFA Chapters can book tour dates and times by emailing: Blair.Standish@reprospecialty.us

New RSG Ballinger Center UPDATE

The RSG Ballinger, Texas location expansion is now complete.

For available LAI and ET dates please email: Aubrey.Woodrow@reprospecialty.us

Follow our progress of the new RSG Sire Center in Lebanon, Indiana on our snapchat channel.

Click Here for LAI/ ET Schedule Request Form

RSG Genetics Inventory Management Platform

When purchasing semen from the RSG Online Catalog, please use the same email address that you have set up in the inventory system. This will allow your purchase to automatically be transferred to your storage account.

Please confirm you have a storage account with us prior to making your purchase, even if you don’t plan to store it with RSG long-term. If you pickup or schedule a shipment within 30 days of your purchase you will not get charged for storage.

To login or set up a new storage account with RSG Click Here!

Mark Your Calendar!

November 19^th

RSG Foundation Fundraising Auction

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December 2^nd

Cyber Monday Semen Sale

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December 10^th

The Revolution Online Embryo Sale

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December 26^th

RSG Foundation Semen Sale

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Early Gestation Nutrition for Sheep and Goats

Did you know that the first 30-50 days of gestation are critical for the health and development of your flock’s future offspring? During this period, it’s essential to provide balanced nutrition to support embryo development and prevent early losses.

Focus on High-Quality Forage: Ensure your ewes and does have access to nutrient-rich forage. This will provide the necessary energy and protein needed during early gestation.

Maintain Proper Hydration: Keep fresh, clean water available at all times. Hydration is key to overall health and the effectiveness of nutrient absorption.

Monitor Body Condition: Keep an eye on the body condition of your animals. Overfeeding or underfeeding during this period can lead to complications later in pregnancy. By prioritizing their nutrition early on, you’re setting the stage for a successful lambing and kidding season!

Download our Production Phase Management Guide https://reprospecialty.com/production-phase-management…/

Visit www.RSGnutrition.us

Reaching Us by Phone

This time of year, our call volume really increases. Your RSG Account Manager can be your one point of contact for all your needs. They can not only help you with scheduling your breeding day, but they can also place your pharmacy and semen order for you. They are trained to help answer general questions regarding protocols, the Genetics Inventory Management Platform, and much more.

Lauren Ott

Customer Service Representative – Team Lead

Cell: 317-864-1682

Office: 765-978-0301 Ext. 117

Stanton Warren

Customer Service Representative

Cell: 317.315.9867

Office: 765.978.0301 Ext. 113

Aubrey Woodrow

Customer Service Representative

Cell: 317-456-7052

Office: 765-978-0301 Ext. 116

If you don’t have an Account Manager please call the office at 765-978-0301 and press prompt #1 to get connected to a team member.

Looking for additional team member extensions? Please go to our Meet The Team page where we list email and direct phone extensions.

RSG Foundation Extends First Flock-Herd Grant Applications to October 1st, 2024

Interested youth now have until October 1st to submit grant applications for the First Flock-Herd program. The RSG Foundation is dedicated to providing grants for young individuals and their families to purchase breeding animals, services, equipment, animal health and nutritional products to help them establish their First Flock-Herd. The goal is to provide a sustainable program that leads to more youth getting involved in raising sheep or goats.

Share this link with others who might be in need of support in getting started breeding sheep and goats: Grant Application

Tyson Black is one of our recent Youth Genetics Grant Winners. The RSG Foundation has awarded over $13,000 in Semen Grants to youth in over 20 states so far this year.

Learn more about donating semen!

Fall Ram & Buck Semen Collections

Do you have a ram or buck you would like to get semen collected on?

Now is the time to get on the schedule at either our RSG Indiana or Texas locations.

Contact your Account Manager or email: genetics@reprospecialty.us.

Don’t have an Account Manager?

Then call 765-978-0301 and we will be happy to assist you.

Learn more about our semen quality standards, process and costs associated with semen collection @ https://reprospecialty.com/semen-collection/

RSG Quick Links

Nacho NOW Standing at RSG Sires

Semen Pricing

$150 Straw
$300 Donor breeding
$2,250 half jump
$4,500 full jump

To see the status of all Sheep and Goat sires standing at RSG and available for fresh semen use visit www.RSGsires.com

Do you have RSG Guardian in your barn?

This is an all-natural microbial-based product designed to be used in stalls, showbarns, or anywhere animals are housed. RSG Guardian contains microbes and metabolites that naturally break down the proteins, salts, and other materials found in urine and fecal matter that cause unpleasant odors such as ammonia. By competitive exclusion, RSG Guardian reduces the pathogen load in the environments it is applied to.

You can put this on existing bedding prior to add fresh or directly on surface like we did, post clean out. Barn smells fresh and clean after using this product.

Here is a link to learn more: https://rsgperformanceproducts.com/products/ Let us know if you have questions. @RSG Performance Products

You can buy online or from a dealer.

Please email Blair.Standish@reprospecialty.us or call 765-978-0301 Ext 111 with questions.

Learn More about RSG Prime & RSG Guardian

How to Get Your State Premise & Flock ID

Attention, NEW sheep and goat breeders! If you’re just starting a breeding program, getting a State Premise ID and Flock ID is essential.

Here’s how you can do it:

Contact Your State Board of Animal Health (BOAH): Each state has its own process. Start by reaching out to your state’s animal health agency or department of agriculture.

Provide Necessary Information: You’ll need to provide details such as your farm’s location, type of livestock, and management practices. Make sure you have your farm’s address and any existing flock records handy.

Submit Your Application: Most states allow you to submit your application online, by mail, or sometimes even by phone. Be sure to ask about any fees or documentation required.

Receive Your ID Numbers: Once processed, you’ll receive a Premise ID for your farm location and a Flock ID specific to your animals. These are crucial for tracking disease, health records, and participating in industry programs.

Important Reminders

When scheduling to pick up recips or donors, we require a 48 hour notice and your premise ID.

Payments for all breeding services are due at time of service. Please do not leave a host site or RSG facility without making a payment.

To access your Genetics Inventory account, you must provide a credit card or ACH information to cover the monthly storage billing amount.

We ship frozen genetics on Monday’s, Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s only to avoid shippers sitting over the weekends.

P:765-978-0301

A: 2590 N 500 E Lebanon, IN 46052

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