Visakhapatnam: In a significant breakthrough, the first-ever calf by embryo transfer (ET) was born — in Jagannadhapuram- Arikathota area of Ramabhadrapuram mandal in coastal Vizianagaram.Dr Suresh, a veteran doctor at Arikathota, conducted the procedure on March 9. The embryo, identified as G-208 BL 7-1, resulted in the birth of a healthy female calf on Dec 15.This milestone marks a significant achievement in the region’s veterinary science and animal husbandry efforts. Two veterinarians from the district have been trained in the ET/IVF procedure. This is as part of the efforts to explore this technology further.The goal is to produce more calves of high genetic merit, enhancing the quality and productivity of livestock in the area.Dr YV Ramana, joint director of animal husbandry, told Deccan Chronicle, “Under the IVF ET programme, all the most- demanded breed embryos are available. At the national Kamadenu Breeding Center and Chinthaladevi, more emphasis is given to desi breeders to encourage desi-breed farming and desi-breed population.”The GIR, Sahiwal and Ongole embryos are being produced as part of this procedure. Sex-sorted semen is used to produce Gir and Sahiwal breed embryos. This success story highlights the potential of advanced reproductive technologies to improve livestock breeding and contribute to the agricultural economy. The local veterinary community is optimistic about the prospects of ET/IVF in the region.
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