Describe the process by which cows are artificially inseminated.

Description should include

• estrous cycle of a cow
• reproductive parts of a cow
• hormones essential for reproduction
• methods of estrous synchronization (and advantages and disadvantages of each)
• artificial insemination techniques
• methods used to influence the sex of the calf.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are some benefits of artificial insemination?
• What methods are used to influence the sex of a calf?