- A larger number of offspring can be generated in a shorter time frame than using conventional methods.
- Process is non-surgical and requires no treatment other than epidural anaesthesia and a hormone programme.
- OPU collections can be performed fortnightly
- Oocytes can be collected from both juvenile heifers and pregnant donors during the first trimester
- Technique can be used on animals with a range of reproductive disorders.
- Adds value to semen
- Less semen used per fertilisation so multiple donors can be fertilised with a single straw
- Wide range of bulls can be used due to frequency of collection
