Progressive Genetics is a farmer-owned cooperative based in Meath, Ireland. With over 3,400 Irish farmer shareholders, it is the largest cattle breeding cooperative in the Republic of Ireland. Since its founding in 1995, Progressive Genetics has been dedicated to adding measurable value to the national herd by providing optimal dairy and beef genetics to its farmer customers.

As a forward-thinking company, Progressive Genetics is committed to using technology, research, and best practices to bring the best value and add value to its products and services. The cooperative offers a wide range of services to its shareholders and farming customers, including DIY semen sales for dairy and beef, AI technician services, milk recording (both DIY and manual), disease testing through milk samples, and heat detection products. They also provide farm computing software through their subsidiary, Irish Farm Computers.

With a focus on quality control, Progressive Genetics is an ISO 9001 accredited company. The cooperative works in collaboration with the National Cattle Breeding Centre (NCBC), Ireland's largest cattle breeding organization, to offer the best genetics and breeding programs for dairy and beef. The NCBC's programs prioritize fertility, health, and profit maximization from grazed grass for dairy farmers, while also identifying and testing the best sires for both terminal and maternal traits in beef enterprises.

Semen from all NCBC sires is exclusively available in Ireland through Progressive Genetics and Munster AI, their partner organization. Whether you're looking for dairy or beef genetics, Progressive Genetics is well-equipped to provide farmers with a competitive advantage and a more profitable future