So you think you have genetics to offer to the world? You aren’t alone. Exporters say there are countless opportunities for producers interested in shipping their own livestock and genetics.
The first step is to determine marketability of your genetics, plus the market requirements. To do that, Rick McRonald, executive director of the Canadian Livestock Genetics Association (CLGA) recommends visiting the CLGA website (www.clivegen.org)to contact an exporting member of the association for advice on how to maximize the benefits of exporting and selling your own genetics.
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Exporters can help determine any technical requirements for individual countries, such as the age of animals, health status and certificates, and quality of genetics. Health protocols are determined by the governments of the trading countries, with some shipments even requiring quarantine prior to export.
The animal export program section of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s website at www.inspection.gc.caoffers a comprehensive list of countries that Canada currently exports to, types of animals and genetics that Canada has exported, conditions for exporters, and health status requirements.
Also make sure you keep your focus on the overall opportunity while you read through the details. “Canadian genetics are sought-after worldwide,” says McRonald. “Canadian producers have a lot to offer.”
