"My love for animals started at a young age - so I soon spent a lot of time with the horses. Besides caring for animals, biology has always caught my interest. Although I completed VWO, I noticed that I get more energy from being practical. That is why I chose the higher vocational programme Animal Management, [...]
"During Alpe d'HuZes, I am responsible for managing supplies, including food and drinks for participants and volunteers. This involves about 10,000 people who want to eat three times a day. Strict hygiene measures apply to serving food, which we must strictly comply with. NIFA supports us in this by annually sponsoring aprons, hairnets and gloves. [...]
For just under a year Belinda has been working as an independent HR professional for NIFA's human resources policy. Based in Weert in Limburg, she uses her expertise and knowledge of people to move our people and organisation forward. And she does so with conviction and pleasure. She actively thinks along in the development of our staff, supports us in [...]
Dick has been a familiar face in our field since 1979. "At that time, artificial insemination (K.I.) existed exclusively for cattle. At that time there were still 46 KI associations in the Netherlands. I was in the middle of the sector, just when it was starting to transform," Dick says. "In the 1980s, pig K.I. came on the rise. For [...]
Equitainer Transport chilled embryos safely and in a controlled manner with this shipper. Thanks to its innovative design and high-quality insulation, this shipping container ensures a stable temperature throughout the transport period, optimally preserving embryo quality and viability. Excellent thermal insulation The design minimises temperature fluctuations and ensures embryo quality. Durable and reusable Made [...]
Innovation and collaboration Ro-Main is the company that started in 1999 with one revolutionary reproduction product called Contact-O-Max and is now a recognised world leader in computer vision and IoT solutions for pig producers. Over the past 10 years, Ro-Main has invested in the development of hardware and software solutions to automate recurring low added [...]
Expert in reproduction 'My focus is on supporting clients dealing with reproduction in horses. A field in which I have years of practical experience. From insemination and embryo transfer to ovum pick-up and bacteriological research, I know the processes inside out. But my knowledge extends further: whether it is a Dutch hospital [...]
His training in forensic science laid the foundation for his passion for science. Shortly after graduation, he started at National Milk Records in the UK, where he worked closely with veterinarians and farmers for five years - that's where his love for the industry was born. He then spent more than a decade at IDEXX Laboratories, [...]
An inspiring programme The day started with a warm meeting between our IMV colleagues and the NIFA team, including Hans, Janny, Linda and Corine. This introduction laid the foundation for an open and inspiring exchange of knowledge and experience. Corine kicked off with a fascinating presentation on her expertise in embryo transplantation and OPU (Ovum Pick-Up) [...].
We pay a lot of attention to quality and service. Although we can tell you a lot about that ourselves, we would like to let some of our customers have their say.
Looking back - Repro Academy Days on 24 & 25 November
2026 - Together, we are bringing new opportunities in reproductive technology to life!
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Founded in 1948, NIFA Technologies has been a trusted name in reproductive technology for decades. Since 1997, we have proudly carried the ISO certificate, proof of our commitment to quality and innovation. We deliver our solutions in the Netherlands and worldwide, contributing to new industry standards. Since 2010, we have been part of IMV Technologies.
Artificial Insemination A.I.
Embryo transplant E.T.
Ovum Pick OPU
IVF / ICSI
Cryogenic
Microscopy
Protective articles
Ultrasound
Semen collection
Analysing semen
Processing semen
Metering semen
Freezing semen
Storing semen
Thawing semen
Transporting semen
