Welcome to
Livestock Breeding Services
We provide a dedicated service of reproduction technology to the livestock industry. Sheep artificial breeding is our major service, with cattle and dog services also available.
At LBS we are committed to the highest standards of animal welfare in every aspect of our reproductive services.
Our Services
Embryo transfer (ET) involves superovulating and artificially inseminating a donor ewe. This donor ewe is then flushed and the embryos are transplanted into a number of recipient ewes as singles or twins.
The collection and freezing of ram semen is an Australian technology that was developed in the 1960’s, and is now a very routine tool used by stud breeders to preserve genetics.
What our clients say
Greendale has worked with LBS for over 25 years. The professionalism, passion and reliability is why Greendale trusts LBS’s service and enjoys working with their highly experienced team. The expertise of LBS is fully utilised at Greendale through conducting the AI program delivery, semen collection and client semen transferals. Semen collection has always been a seamless and enjoyable process with the professional and accommodating support from John Hall, at Yass LBS. The only ones that enjoy it more than us are our chosen semen sires! With the high calibre of technical skills of all LBS staff, Greendale is able to achieve excellent results through LBS’s diligent work ethics.
Greendale is passionate about supporting and encouraging the growth of young people who are passionate about the future of agriculture. It is very exciting to see the younger generations of both businesses contributing and showing eagerness to learn and improve. We had the pleasure of having Edie and Lach conduct our 300 ewe AI program this year with our Greendale girls and young team members helping through genetic selection, programming and assisting on the day.
We have been working with LBS for 18 years, they have always been a pleasure to work with; organised, professional and most importantly consistently achieve great AI results!
In 2021 with the guidance and support of Livestock Breeding Services (LBS) we started the expansion of our Quartz Australian White stud ewe flock, based exclusively on Tattykeel genetics.
The decision to engage LBS was influenced by several key features and capabilities of the business. We liked the focus of their dedicated service in reproduction technology. Michelle, Michael and the LBS team are Industry leaders in animal reproduction. They have a continued linkage with University Veterinary Programs keeping in touch with the latest developments within the industry.
Our ET programs utilised the modern LBS facilities at Jerilderie and were smoothly completed on farm in Forbes. The facilities and flexibility allowed Quartz to undertake what at the time was a very daunting step in the growth of our business. The success of these programs allowed our Australian White Stud to grow rapidly from the initial 30 Stud ewes to over 400 ewes.
We continue to utilise the services of LBS including Semen collection, freezing and storage as part of our Stud Sire insurance program. If you require ET, AI or Semen Collection services don’t hesitate to contact the team at Livestock Breeding Services.
LBS have been our preferred team for AI since 1987. AI programs at Tattykeel are often large and complex with many breeds involved. 400-500 ewes are artificially inseminated each day with our best genetics, and we are looking to achieve the best results. LBS have delivered consistently high conception rates (in and out of season) with all of our breeds.
LBS has also been freezing semen in our top sires over the same period with semen quality always high, and our rams are always returned in great condition and good health.
I can recommend LBS to any breeder for the right results along with excellent service from Michelle, Michael and their staff.
