PARC Successfully Completes Second Batch of Laparoscopic Embryo Transfers in Boer Goats
The Animal Reproduction and Genetics Program (ARGP) of the Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) has successfully completed the second phase of laparoscopic embryo transfer in Boer goats under its goat breed improvement project.
During this phase, completed on November 8, 2026, a total of 50 frozen Boer goat embryos were transferred into estrus-synchronized surrogate goats using a specialized hormonal synchronization protocol.
کوپیا پراجیکٹ کے تحت گائیوں اور بکریوں میں جدیدبریڈنگ اور جینومک ٹیکنالوجیز پر ورکشاپ کا آغاز
Project of Laparoscopic Embryo Transfer in Boer Goats
The activity is being carried out under the Letter of Intent (LOI) project titled “Breed Improvement in Goats,” jointly undertaken by PARC, KRT and EcoBreed Genetics. The program is being implemented under the leadership of PARC Chairman Dr. Syed Murtaza Hassan Andrabi, reflecting the council’s commitment to adopting modern reproductive technologies to improve the genetic potential and productivity of Pakistan’s goat population.
The embryo transfer procedure was conducted in collaboration with South African experts Dr. Frans Jooste and Dr. Catharina Wilhelmina from GeneCo Repro (Pvt.) Ltd. During the procedure, cryopreserved Boer goat embryos were transferred into surrogate goats through a laparoscopic technique.
Results of First Phase
The project has already achieved a significant milestone during its first phase, which resulted in the birth of 20 Boer kids. Their growth and weight gain performance have been encouraging. The kids recorded an average birth weight of 3.20 kg and an average daily weight gain of 158 grams. At seven months of age, they reached an average live body weight of approximately 35 kg.
سوات میں سانن بکریوں کا منصوبہ، اچھی پیداوار؛ فارمرز میں مفت تقسیم
Importance of Laparoscopic Embryo Transfer in Boer Goats
According to experts, these results represent an important development in the rapid multiplication of genetically superior Boer goats and the promotion of modern breeding technologies in Pakistan. Boer goats are particularly valued for their meat production potential. Meanwhile, advanced reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer offer significant opportunities to improve the genetic quality and productivity of local goat breeds.
The project is being implemented through PARC’s Animal Reproduction and Genetics Program, Animal Sciences Institute (ASI) and National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC). It is not only promoting the practical application of advanced reproductive technologies but also strengthening the technical capacity of Pakistani scientists and professionals through international collaboration, practical training and knowledge transfer.
The adoption of embryo transfer technology is expected to play an important role in the future development of Pakistan’s goat farming sector by promoting superior breeds, increasing meat production and improving the genetic potential of local goat populations.
