This manual of protocols, procedures, guidelines and recommendations was produced under an IAEA Technical Cooperation Project on animal productivity and reproductive efficiency. It is the result of an interactive collaboration between the national project coordinators of the project, several experts in artificial insemination (AI) in the participating Member States, IAEA experts who assisted with the project and the technical officer from the Joint FAO/IAEA Division. This manual is intended for livestock specialists involved in the provision of AI services to cattle farmers in Asia, including those in the Ministries of Agriculture/Livestock, Departments of Livestock and Veterinary Services, AI centres, semen distribution centres and field level AI service points. It is also a useful resource for teachers and students in the faculties of veterinary and animal sciences, and those involved in the training of AI technicians.
