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Artificial insemination involves:
 
Artificial insemination involves:
 
* Collection of semen from the male
 
* Collection of semen from the male
* Preservation and extention of sperm
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* Preservation and extension of sperm
 
* Insemination of the female
 
* Insemination of the female
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A large proportion of the UK dairy and beef herds are bred by artificial insemination.  It is also common practice in Turkeys, Pigs and Horses.  Success rates are very dependent on good insemination technique, which can be carried out by an inseminator service or DIY.  Generally, success rates are the same or better than natural service.
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A large proportion of the UK dairy and beef herds are bred by artificial insemination.  It is also common practice in turkeys, pigs and horses.  Success rates are very dependent on good insemination technique, which can be carried out by an inseminator service or DIY.  Generally, success rates are the same or better than natural service.
 
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