The project "Fondo Jorge de Alba," implemented between 2019 and 2023, aimed to increase, conserve, and secure the genetic variability of the Tropical Dairy Criollo (CLT) and Romosinuano breeds in the country. This was achieved through the preservation of semen from the 20 best living bulls selected nationwide, based on genetic and productive parameters.
The project obtained 100 semen doses per bull, reaching a total of 1,000 doses per breed and 2,000 high-quality doses in total.
Among the main achievements of the project are the collection of high-quality semen from the best bulls of the CLT and Romosinuano breeds nationwide, enabling the preservation of their genetic variability. Additionally, a strategic distribution network was established in three key regions of the country (north, central, and south) to facilitate livestock producers' access to genetic material, promoting its use on a national scale. Finally, the conservation and promotion of both breeds were strengthened through the semen bank managed by AMCROLET, ensuring its availability for future generations and enhancing its value in national livestock production.