This 3-day school focuses on the development of the hands-on skills & techniques associated with the freezing of stallion semen. Each participant will evaluate and centrifuge semen, perform five (5) test freezing / freezing protocols and conduct post freezing assessment. (For training in the utilization of frozen-thawed semen see the Utilizing Frozen Semen School)
Participation in the Equine Fresh Semen School or previous experience with the collection and evaluation of equine fresh semen is strongly recommended as these skills are not taught in this school.
Note: Sufficient stallions are provided for the school, however, participants within driving distance of Ramona may bring their stallion for test freezing - prefer phantom trained, however mares are available for mounted collection. Contact Dr. Kubiak if you are considering this option.
Lectures (4 hrs):
Principles of cryopreservation
Freezing process overview
Test freezing/freezing protocols
Freezing for international shipment
Frozen-thawed semen research
Storage & shipping of frozen semen
Frozen-thawed semen breeding contracts
Demonstration Labs (6 hrs):
Lab facilities, equipment & supplies
Processing semen for test freezing/freezing
Post freezing assessment & storage
Hands-on Labs (14 hrs):
Processing semen for test freezing/freezing
Post freezing assessment & storage
Time:
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.each day (3 days)
Enrollment:
Minimum 2 (Ramona) or 3 (Off-site)
Maximum 4 participants
Course Fee:
$725 per participant
(On-site)
$600 for 2nd person - spouse or farm manager
Course Fee:
(Off-site)
Varies by location due to Dr. Kubiak's travel expenses
See off-site course pages for pricing
Liability Waiver
Participants will be asked to sign a liability release.
Click here to read/print Liability Waiver.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Deadline is 7 days prior to school
Seats cannot be held without payment due to high demand.
