Quintana Roo Launches Historic Livestock Genetic Improvement Program

Chetumal, Quintana Roo — The state government has launched a historic livestock genetic improvement program, investing 2.095 million pesos (about $105,000) in artificial insemination and embryo transfer technologies for 50 producers across four municipalities.

The initiative, led by the state’s Secretariat of Agricultural, Livestock and Fisheries Development (SEDARPE), provides 600 straws of semen fully funded by the state and 50 embryos subsidized at 80%, with producers covering the remaining 20%. Forty producers will each receive 15 straws, while ten will each get five embryos.

The program also includes technical support for preparing and synchronizing cattle for the procedures. It targets producers in Othón P. Blanco, Bacalar, Felipe Carrillo Puerto and Puerto Morelos.

SEDARPE head Jorge Aguilar Osorio said this is the first time such genetic improvement support has been delivered in Quintana Roo, marking a decisive step toward transforming the countryside. He emphasized that the administration of Governor Mara Lezama Espinosa is betting on innovation and technology to boost meat and milk production.

The support is distributed according to approved folios in the state’s Single System of Livestock Support (SUAPQROO), ensuring transparency and equity. The program aims to improve food security and consolidate the sector’s development through sustainability, training and genetic enhancement of cattle.