Feb. 13, 2025 — This week, precision livestock company Vytelle announced its four-part “Behind the Microscope” series, designed to help cattle producers unlock the full potential of IVF technology for accelerating herd growth and genetic progress. This practical, hands-on series will showcase the cattle industry’s current challenges, proven strategies for mating selection, and how to choose the right reproduction methods for your operation. Those interested can register for the series at https://events.zoom.us/eo/ArycAdzK7p18UbQfCzyGg8N-RvXokGi2oXi9iuHm0LZ3Y0Cd9wpw~AggLXsr32QYFjq8BlYLZ5I06Dg
The U.S. beef cow herd stood at about 28 million head at the beginning of 2025, down 1% from a year ago and its smallest size since 1961. As cattle producers strategize for how to most efficiently, effectively rebuild the domestic herd, they face important decisions. Should they opt for conventional artificial insemination, or in-vitro fertilization? How do they ensure their best chances at genetic gain? What does the data show about IVF technology’s potential?
Vytelle, the fastest-growing, independent IVF and genetic solutions company, is committed to helping producers make informed decisions about using IVF to sustainably build their herds. This four-part masterclass series, running from Feb. 19 through April 2, will equip producers with practical knowledge and proven strategies to advance their breeding programs.
“Producers have always wanted to understand exactly what happens during the IVF process, from collection day through transfer,” said Grady Bishop, Vytelle’s VP of Global Marketing. “This masterclass series pulls back the curtain on our entire process, showing producers firsthand how we’re able to consistently deliver quality results. By sharing our technical expertise and answering producers’ questions directly, we’re helping them make more informed decisions about how Vytelle’s ADVANCE IVF platform can help them accelerate genetic progress and deliver outstanding results.”
One participant will be chosen at the end of each of the four webinars to win a free embryo; they must be present to win. Vytelle will also give away a swag bag with a three-embryo package to someone who attended all four sessions.
All webinars will start at 6 p.m. CST —and will include a presentation or technical demonstration and audience Q&A. Everyone who registers for the series will also receive a follow-up email with key points from each webinar.
Each week, participants will learn:
Feb. 19 — Progression of IVF as a technology: Learn how to leverage proven IVF advances to accelerate your herd’s genetic progress. We’ll walk through IVF’s biggest milestones, specialized technology, and quality control measures that drive innovation forward. Plus, get insights from Vytelle’s global production and pregnancy data to inform your breeding decisions.
March 5 — The OPU: Understanding the IVF process: Go behind the scenes with our expert OPU technician and embryologist to see Vytelle’s proven process in action. Watch every step from oocyte collection to embryo development under the microscope, while our team shares insights about the technology driving genetic advancement.
March 19 — The lab: through the lens of the microscope: Learn more about the essentials of embryo grading and quality assessment. See firsthand how Vytelle’s advanced equipment and proven protocols deliver superior results, including our industry-leading freezing methods that improve success rates.
April 2 — The transfer: Understanding the Vytelle process: Learn practical strategies for selecting and managing top-performing recipients, optimizing due dates, and choosing the right transfer technology for your operation. Walk away with actionable insights to maximize your IVF success.
Participants can register for Vytelle’s “Behind the Microscope” masterclass here!
About Vytelle:
Vytelle is a precision livestock company reshaping how cattle producers worldwide optimize their herds. Through Vytelle’s integrated technology platform, generations of genetic gains can be made in just a few years. This allows producers to sustainably deliver more protein with fewer inputs, helping to ensure meat and milk are viable, competitive food choices for future generations.
