December 2024
Elle's Christmas Letter
Merry Christmas! What an adventure this year has been—international wars, elections, record cattle prices, fires, floods, hurricanes, backorders and a baby! As many of you know, my husband and I were blessed to welcome our first little girl, Tacy, to our family in January. She is a little backpack baby who travels almost everywhere with me, which has been fun. Traveling with her has been a sweet reminder of the family aspect of many of our customers. I am continually humbled when people take the time to ask how she is doing; it reminds me how much what we are doing impacts the next generation. I have loved seeing kids around the veterinary clinic learn how to read the ultrasound and hear ranchers’ teenage kids say they want to be ultrasound techs in hospitals because of what they have seen on preg checking day.
Trade-In This December!
Thinking about upgrading your ultrasound equipment? There’s no better time than now! This December, call ReproScan to trade in your current machine and step up to a newer model. We believe it’s the perfect Christmas gift for your practice! Unsure which upgrade would suit your needs best? Take a look at some of our top ultrasound machines featured below:
The Apexx by ReproScan is newly designed to elevate your ultrasound experience. Utilizing the trusted foundations of our other models, we designed a unit with improved image quality and more viewing device options. Apex take image quality to the next level with its 128-crystal probe and now offers Wi-Fi capabilities. Its durability, paired with an interchangeable battery, ensures this ultrasound machine will last all day, no matter your working environment.
Top 5 Troy's Tip Tuesdays from 2024
One of our favorite things to do is to share some tips and tricks throughout the year with our Troy’s Tip Tuesday Posts. Here are some of our favorites that we shared in 2024, these can also act as some reminders as well!
1. Service check reminder
We highly recommend sending in your ultrasound equipment every other year for a full service check. We will clean your equipment, check for any preventative maintenance measure to avoid a costly breakdown in the future, and ensure that your ultrasound is working at its full potential. Schedule yours today by giving ReproScan a call at 877-890-2411.
August 2024
Economics of Preg Checking with Dr. Andrew Bronson
Here at ReproScan, we certainly think that ultrasound offers valuable management information that helps producers manage their herds. From the simple “bred and open,” to looking for twins, or fetal aging, ultrasounding cattle is a value-add for all producers to make better-informed decisions.
The economics of preg checking include many variables- region, rainfall, hay crop, regional pricing of preg checking, cull cow and bred cow markets- the list goes on and on. These factors are going to vary from state to state, and even county to county across the country. As of the summer of 2024, we are experiencing higher than average cattle prices, with reason to believe that we have not yet hit the peak of the current cattle cycle: heifer retention has barely begun and new packing plants will soon be adding to the nation’s harvest capacity. One way that ranchers can position their operations for future success is by utilizing ultrasound technology to get accurate fetal aging information. By utilizing this information strategically, producers can sell later calving cows and second and third cycle bred heifers into the strong bred cattle markets.
Best Preg Checking Practices
Whether it’s your first season of cattle preg checks, or your twentieth, it’s still best to be prepared. We’ve put together a list of all of our “Best Preg Checking Practices”, including what to do the night before, a packing list, and best practices in producer communication.
The Night Before
Charge your monitor and your ultrasound! There’s nothing more disappointing than getting out to the chute and realizing that your equipment isn’t ready to go. Make sure that the hard power switch on the back of your monitor is turned on when you are charging it, and you only use the chargers that came with your ultrasound. We recommend using a label-maker or Sharpie to label your charger so that no one interchanges it with another charger.
Training Course FAQs
Why should I attend a ReproScan Training Course?
We’re glad you asked! Training is at the heart of what we do here at ReproScan, and we work hard to make sure that our customers walk away excited and confident from each course. The course will cover calling pregnant/open, fetal aging, and fetal sexing, as well as coaching on extension arm technique. These RACE-Approved Courses will provide you with 9 Continuing Education Credits and are a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with highly-trained instructors.
Practitioner Promo 2024
We are so pleased to once again offer our Practitioner Promo Sale- all Veterinarians can save 10% on all new ultrasound packages from August 1st-15th. Don’t miss out on these savings!
Considering a new ultrasound before busy cattle preg-checking season? We just celebrated the one-year anniversary of the launch of our Apexx ultrasound. The Apexx provides users with increased image quality, elevating your preg-checking experience. Visualizing the open uterus, fetal aging, fetal sexing, and performing ovarian exams has never been easier. Available in both convex and linear fixed-probe units, the Apexx line provides an elevated ultrasound experience. Give us a call at 877-890-2411 or email inquiry@repro-scan.com to get more information!
May 2024
Elle's Corner: How Early is Too Early?
It is coming up on that time of year again—the time of year when we get asked time and time again, “How early can I preg check with ultrasound?” If you have been in one of our classes, you know that this often leads to a lengthier discussion. I often turn around and ask why we want to preg early, and are we rechecking them due to the potential for early embryonic death loss.
Service Check Season FAQs
Remember preg checking season is just around the corner. Did you have a loose cable last year, a battery that no longer lasts as long as it once did, or missing flaps? Now is a great time to send it in before preg season gets rolling. Did you know that one of the best ways to ensure the longevity of your machine is to send it in every 2-3 years for a service check? We highly recommend this service, as you can easily save in repair bills by simply sending in your unit to do preventative maintenance!
Our Training Courses are Calling Your Name!
At ReproScan, we are firm believers in hands-on learning. We recognize that the most effective way to master ultrasound skills is by guiding each participant through every step of the process by going through the basics and then offering them the chance to actively utilize their skills under the close guidance of an experienced instructor by their side. Plus, with these courses being RACE approved, you will also receive 9 CE credits