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  • Animal Reproduction
  • Cryobiology
  • Biotechnology

Background:

  • Sperm cryopreservation is vital for swine artificial insemination and genetic preservation.
  • Current methods face challenges in maintaining long-term boar sperm viability and fertility.
  • Efficient cryopreservation protocols are essential for advancing swine reproductive technologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and describe an effective two-step cryopreservation protocol for boar sperm.
  • To evaluate the use of specific extenders in preserving boar sperm functionality during cryopreservation.
  • To provide a reliable method for long-term storage of boar fertility.

Main Methods:

  • A two-step cryopreservation procedure was established for boar sperm.
  • Lactose-egg yolk and glycerol-based extenders were employed in the protocol.
  • Sperm functionality was assessed after cryopreservation and thawing.

Main Results:

  • The described two-step protocol successfully cryopreserved boar sperm.
  • The use of lactose-egg yolk and glycerol-based extenders maintained sperm viability.
  • The protocol offers an effective method for long-term preservation of boar fertility.

Conclusions:

  • The developed two-step cryopreservation protocol is effective for boar sperm.
  • This method ensures the long-term preservation of boar fertility, supporting swine breeding programs.
  • The protocol represents a significant advancement in assisted reproductive biotechnology for pigs.