1. Insemination methods The benefits : 1. Natural services (bull bred)  Less management required  Little if any estrus synchronization or heat detection  Depending on the type and life-span of the bull, it can be less expensive  No need for additional equipment or training

2. 2. AI Bred –B–Better genetic improvement –B–Better breeding records –N–No hidden expenses –S–Spread of disease can be controlled –C–Crossbreeding is easier –M–More uniform calf crops –C–Calving season can be narrowed

3. Keeping the gloved hand even with the tip of the inseminator gun

4. Allowing manure to pass over the top of the hand and arm.

5. Dealing with colon constrictions.

6. Grasping the cervix and gently moving it forward

7. Close-up of the cervix

8. Finding the opening of the cervix.

9. Moving the cervix over the tip of the insemination gun.

10. Locating the end of the insemination gun.

11. Depositing the semen in the body of the uterus

12. Good distribution of the semen to both uterine horns Improper distribution of the semen into one horn because the insemination gun is pushed too far forward