CPD course credits: 6
Course content:
Performing a ram pre-breeding soundness examination will help farmers to maximise flock fertility efficiency as this will ensure that only the fertile rams will be used in the breeding flock. This practical course will cover the ram’s reproductive anatomy and physiology, the steps for a ram’s MOT and a detailed general clinical examination, the semen collection and its analysis (i.e. morphology, motility).
This course will include:
- Parts of reproductive anatomy and physiology
- Steps of ram’s MOT
- General clinical examination
- Semen collection (via electroejaculation) and evaluation (morphology, motility)
Course tutors (subject to availability):
- Diether Prins, SRUC Veterinary School
- Clare Gray, Merlin Vet UK
