Katpau
Well-known member
I have always hired out the actual AI breeding, so I had never considered the need for a thawing device. We do the set-up and the guy with the arm arrives at the predetermined time to breed the cows. They have always provided the thaw unit, but after last year I decided I need to pay more attention to this important part of the process. You may remember that I had posted a thread saying how we did not settle a single cow AI in 2021. I suspected the straws may have been overheated, but since I was oblivious to what was happening in regards to the thaw process, I really can't say for sure. It may have been something else, but we will never know for sure. I decided to take that variable out of the equation by purchasing my own thaw device and making sure that next time I am aware of temperatures.
I was hoping someone on here would recommend a thaw unit. I would also appreciate any pointers and suggestions that could help me know what I should be watching for. I read the bath should be between 90 and 95 degrees. Anything else?
I was hoping someone on here would recommend a thaw unit. I would also appreciate any pointers and suggestions that could help me know what I should be watching for. I read the bath should be between 90 and 95 degrees. Anything else?