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With increasing pressures demanding new levels of efficiency in animal production, it is essential that development of products and processes continues into the optimization of artificial insemination (AI). We at Minitube are committed to keeping our customers at the forefront of technical and practical knowledge.

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Equine OPU at the highest level
Equine OPU at the highest level
Recent scientific work has advanced our understanding of how to optimize oocyte recovery during ovum pick-up (OPU) in mares. Pump and needle design, particularly Minitube systems, play a key role in improving process control, efficiency, and oocyte qualit
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Beyond® proven in the field, trusted by breeders
Beyond® proven in the field, trusted by breeders
Beyond® is more than just an extender that performs well in studies, it’s a game-changer in the field. Hear it straight from those who use it every day.
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Reasons for centrifugation
Reasons for centrifugation
Centrifugation is often necessary for cooled-transported stallion semen to improve sperm quality and extend its viability for artificial insemination. Centrifugation helps remove seminal plasma, which can negatively impact sperm longevity and motility, an
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Comparative performance of commercial semen freezers
Comparative performance of commercial semen freezers
A recent independent comparative study showed that the type of freezer has a significant impact on post-thaw sperm quality. Compared to two other commercial systems, the TurboFreezer M achieved the highest overall post-thaw quality and delivered particula
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Examination of bulls for breeding soundness
Examination of bulls for breeding soundness
The purpose of a PBE (Pre-Breeding Examination) is to identify bulls that may be unsuitable for breeding, thereby preventing potential fertility losses within the herd. Large studies worldwide have shown that up to 20% or more of bulls examined during rou
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We'd like to introduce: Wolfram Veitl, Minitube's new CCO
We'd like to introduce: Wolfram Veitl, Minitube's new CCO
As we turn the page to 2026, Minitube is entering a new chapter. After decades of family ownership, an expanded executive team will be responsible for the company’s future. One of them is Wolfram Veitl, the new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). With nearly
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We'd like to introduce: Dr. Kilian Simmet, Minitube's new CTO
We'd like to introduce: Dr. Kilian Simmet, Minitube's new CTO
As we turn the page to 2026, Minitube is entering a new chapter. After decades of family ownership, an expanded executive team will be responsible for the company’s future. One of them is Dr. Kilian Simmet, the new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The PhD
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We'd like to introduce: Thomas Schultze, Minitube's new COO
We'd like to introduce: Thomas Schultze, Minitube's new COO
As we turn the page to 2026, Minitube is entering a new chapter. After decades of family ownership, an expanded executive team will be responsible for the company’s future. One of them is Thomas Schultze, the new Chief Operations Officer (COO). He has ove
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We'd like to introduce: Katharina Rohrmüller, Minitube's new CEO
We'd like to introduce: Katharina Rohrmüller, Minitube's new CEO
As we turn the page to 2026, Minitube is beginning a new chapter. After decades of family ownership, a newly expanded executive team is taking the helm to shape the company’s future. Leading the way is Katharina Rohrmüller, who now assumes overall respons
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Herrid´s Vitrification Kit for camel embryos
Herrid´s Vitrification Kit for camel embryos
The efficiency of cryopreservation of camel embryos has been significantly improved by applying vitrification techniques. In comparison to slow controlled-rate freezing, vitrification is a simple and successful technique. It is based on a combination of m
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Unlock your stallion’s freezing potential
Unlock your stallion’s freezing potential
The SBS CryoSystem consists of a range of freezing extenders which are paired with complementary freezing protocols. Spectrum extenders feature various cryoprotectants and specific egg yolk or milk content that combine to protect sperm cells from damage c
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AndroScope: CASA System To Go
AndroScope: CASA System To Go
AndroScope is a compact, mobile CASA system based on AndroVision® technology, designed for professionals who need fast, reliable results anytime, anywhere. Whether in the lab, in production, or out in the field, AndroScope delivers objective semen analysi
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Reliable semen analysis at your fingertips
Reliable semen analysis at your fingertips
Tired of spending hours on semen evaluation that is slow, inconsistent, and error-prone? You deserve a solution that delivers fast, accurate, and consistent results without the guesswork or variability. AndroVision® MiniQube is designed for exactly that.
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Checklist for a porcine semen processing center
Checklist for a porcine semen processing center
A checklist for a semen processing center is a document that outlines the steps involved in producing a semen dose. It serves as a tool to ensure consistency, traceability, and quality throughout the entire process. Detecting and correcting errors during
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Always an excellent decision: Minitube boar semen tubes and bags
Always an excellent decision: Minitube boar semen tubes and bags
A semen container must guarantee non-toxicity in terms of sperm tolerance and semen fertility. Minitube QuickTip® semen tubes and QuickTip® semen bags meet this essential requirement through compliance with numerous regulations, a rigorous quality control
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The new Minitube Dose Calculator: Simple. Fast. Practical.
The new Minitube Dose Calculator: Simple. Fast. Practical.
With the free Dose Calculator from Minitube, you have a useful tool at hand that makes the calculation of semen doses much easier.
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Accurate, quick, and easy sperm concentration analysis
Accurate, quick, and easy sperm concentration analysis
The SDM 1 is a compact high-precision photometer designed for accurate and reliable sperm concentration analysis in native semen samples of domestic animals. With 14 years of proven performance in the field and laboratory tests, the SDM 1 is the ultimate
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Advancing bovine in vitro embryo production towards more viable embryos
Advancing bovine in vitro embryo production towards more viable embryos
In vitro production (IVP) of bovine embryos has become a cornerstone of modern cattle breeding. The number of IVP cattle embryos recorded worldwide has been increasing continuously since 2012, at an average rate of +14.8% per year. In this species, the nu
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May we present: Janine Wernli, Minitub Iberica
May we present: Janine Wernli, Minitub Iberica
With Janine Wernli we welcomed a new colleague and horse reproduction expert to the Minitube team last October. Janine has Colombian and Swiss roots and is a specialist in assisted reproductive techniques and ultrasound, mare infertility treatment and neo
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Faster. Quieter. Smarter. Meet the ePacker
Faster. Quieter. Smarter. Meet the ePacker
Do you want to increase the productivity, precision and hygiene of your semen laboratory? Meet the ePacker - the next generation fully automated boar semen packaging machine.
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AndroVision®: Maximum precision in minimum time
AndroVision®: Maximum precision in minimum time
Minitube's AndroVision® CASA software offers a modern, precise and reproducible solution for the analysis of semen samples from different animal species. It saves you valuable time, minimizes subjective errors and gives you reliable results.
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Ovum pick-up in the mare
Ovum pick-up in the mare
Ultrasound-guided transvaginal oocyte aspiration represents a non-invasive method for obtaining equine oocytes. In practice, this technique has now almost replaced the more invasive laparoscopic techniques. 
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Water quality in the boar semen production laboratory
Water quality in the boar semen production laboratory
In artificial insemination (AI) laboratories for boar semen production, the quality of purified water is of paramount importance. Water is not only a major component for the preparation of semen extenders but also plays a crucial role in cleaning and ster
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Artificial insemination in horses: Factors influencing semen quality
Artificial insemination in horses: Factors influencing semen quality
Artificial insemination (AI) in horses has become a pivotal advancement in equine breeding, providing both convenience and enhanced genetic potential for breeders worldwide. With the ability to reduce the risk of injury during natural breeding, manage the
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Accurate, mobile fish milt analysis with AndroScope
Accurate, mobile fish milt analysis with AndroScope
Already a trusted solution for other species, AndroScope now brings the same precise, reproducible, and rapid semen analysis to aquaculture. With this innovation, fish farmers can optimize fertilization success and breeding efficiency.
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Budget-friendly excellence in semen storage
Budget-friendly excellence in semen storage
Novistar® excels with a highly efficient pH buffer system and a powerful combination of antioxidants and membrane protectors. It supports the sperm cells with the latest generation of energy precursors through long-term preservation during storage and tra
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Important steps in introducing young boars to semen production
Important steps in introducing young boars to semen production
The costs of new boars in an AI stud can be very high depending on their genetic value. Obviously, there is a vital interest in maximizing the use of these boars for semen production. After or even during the quarantine period, the first steps in bringing
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Experience next-generation IVP media
Experience next-generation IVP media
Together with EmbryoCloud, Minitube brings you the first lyophilized in vitro production (IVP) media set for bovine embryos. Designed to transform your embryo production process, these media offer the ultimate combination of performance, reliability, and
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Sustainable use of antibiotics in boar semen production
Sustainable use of antibiotics in boar semen production
Minitube is a leader in promoting the responsible use of antibiotics in assisted reproduction technologies. Our sustainable initiatives focus on product transparency, selective and appropriate use of antibiotics, and innovation.
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Why do sperm numbers per dose sometimes vary?
Why do sperm numbers per dose sometimes vary?
The sperm number per semen dose is a very important quality criteria, when selling semen tubes to customers, as well as when using them on your own sow farm. A semen dose needs to contain a certain minimum number of sperm to allow the successful fertiliza
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