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2026 NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship

September 29, 2025

We are thrilled to announce the opening of another application round for the NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship. The goal of NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship is to conduct research and train students for the improvement of the artificial insemination industry and for the benefit of NAAB members.

NAAB Suspended Members - FAQ

September 29, 2025

Below is a summary of Frequently Asked Questions regarding NAAB Suspended Members.

2024 Semen Sales Report Reflects a Return to Sales Increases

March 4, 2025

NAAB regular members unit sales show domestic and global semen use continues to shift with changes in economics of production.

Megan Ratka Awarded 2025 NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship

March 3, 2025

The National Association of Animal Breeders is pleased to announce Megan Ratka has been selected to receive the 2025 NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship Award.

Florentino Paz Jose da Silva Junior awarded 2024 NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship

March 13, 2024

The National Association of Animal Breeders is pleased to announce Florentino Paz Jose da Silva Junior has been selected to receive the 2024 NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship Award.

2023 Semen Sales Report Reflects Global Trends

March 12, 2024

National Association of Animal Breeders regular members unit sales shows domestic and global semen use continues to shift.

Bovine venereal disease is a profit thief

January 18, 2024

A new report from Certified Semen Services, Inc. (CSS) highlights the significant profit losses dairy and beef farmers can experience if their herd is exposed to a venereal disease such as Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD), Trichomoniasis, Leptospirosis, and Campylobacteriosis (aka, Vibriosis). The cost of these diseases can be substantial.

Julia Schlimgen hired as Data Coordinator

September 29, 2023

The National Association of Animal Breeders is pleased to announce that Julia (Cooper) Schlimgen has accepted the position of Data Coordinator for NAAB. Julia will commence her responsibilities on October 9th, 2023.

2023 NAAB Member Director Awardee

September 20, 2023

The National Association of Animal Breeders is pleased to announce that Mrs. Dorothy Harms is the 2023 recipient of the NAAB Member Director Award.

2023 NAAB Research Awardee

September 20, 2023

The National Association of Animal Breeders is pleased to announce Dr. Kent Weigel as the 2023 NAAB Research awardee.

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