U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc.

USLGE members match international producers with sources in the United States that offer genetics with superior credentials. The combined resources of USLGE members include most major species and breeds — resources that are unmatched by any other single organization.

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USLGE members include a broad base of U.S. livestock organizations (dairy, beef, swine, horse, goat, and sheep) as well as embryo and semen industries, the livestock export sector, and State Departments of Agriculture.

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Update: Comment period extended to August 31, 2025.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the opening of a 30-day public comment period for stakeholders to provide feedback on the Department’s reorganization plan, as outlined in the Secretary’s memorandum issued on July 24, 2025.

“As committed, we are continuing to hear stakeholder feedback on the USDA Reorganization. All stakeholders — including Capitol Hill offices, USDA employees, and members of the agricultural community — are encouraged to share their input during the open comment period. We value your perspective as we work to ensure that USDA is best positioned to serve America’s farmers, ranchers, producers, and rural communities,” said Secretary Rollins.

How to Submit Comments

All stakeholders, including USDA employees, members of Congress, and agricultural and nutrition partners, are encouraged to provide feedback by emailing reorganization@usda.gov. The comment period is open through August 31, 2025.

Source: USDA Press Releases, No. 0185.25 (August 1, 2025)

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The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is hosting a session at World Dairy Expo 2025 in collaboration with the National Association of Animal Breeders and Livestock Exporters Association of the USA. On October 2, 8 am – 12:30 pm, the livestock and genetics networking event "Beyond the Barn: How U.S. Dairy Genetics Leads the World" will include:

  • Doing business with Americans
  • Strength of U.S. animal health programs
  • The U.S. advantage: Genetics powered by diverse environments
  • Sharpening the U.S. genetics edge: What dairy can learn from other sectors

The event will feature prearranged, 1-on-1 meetings that connect qualified international buyers with leading U.S. suppliers of livestock, genetics, and embryos.

 

Source: Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

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Since the 1990s, U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc., (USLGE) has led the charge in sharing U.S. livestock and genetics with the rest of the world. Learn how USLGE represents the interests of U.S. farmers and ranchers, with exports to more than 120 countries accounting for $900 million in total export volume.

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Memories from the USLGE 31st annual meeting in February 2025 in Guadalajara, Mexico. The program included discussions of the current market state and future trends, new and exciting funding opportunities, and a visit to Hacienda Soñador Quarter Horses.

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