July 2025 RSG Foundation eNews

Lower prices on Gene Bank sires Foundation Renews Support for Freedom Farms Youth Program The RSG Foundation is proud to continue its support for the Freedom Farms Livestock Show Team in West Virginia for a second year. Freedom Farms Regeneration is an inspiring organization that mentors at-risk youth through hands-on experiences in livestock, faith, and […]

June RSG Foundation eNews

    Learn About the Foundation at the All-American Next Week Visit the RSG booth to learn about the RSG Foundation, learn about our support for the new breed expansion of Australian Whites, and get questions answered about our youth education and grant programs. We will have representatives available to explain how you can donate genetics […]

May RSG Foundation eNews

  New Australian Dorper sires added to Gene Bank Over $4,000 in Semen Grants Awarded this month! The RSG Foundation has recently awarded an additional $4,000 in semen grants to youth age 21 and under, bringing the total awarded to over $17,000. These grants help young producers improve their flocks and herds by providing access […]

April RSG Foundation eNews

  First Flock-Herd grant winners receive animals First Flock-Herd Winners Receive Animals The RSG Foundation is excited to share that the 2025 First Flock-Herd Program winners are beginning to receive their animals! Through the generosity of breeders and supporters nationwide, these young recipients are taking their first steps in the sheep and goat industries with […]

March RSG Foundation eNews

  Breeders have donated over 7,000 units of semen Semen Donations Top 7,000 Units The RSG Foundation is proud to announce the Gene Bank Online Catalog is now over 7,000 units. These donations have come in from breeders across the country. If you would like to donate your unwanted sheep or goat semen please visit […]

February RSG Foundation eNews

First Flock-Herd Winners Announced The RSG Foundation is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 First Flock-Herd Grant Program, a national initiative designed to support young and aspiring livestock producers in acquiring their first breeding sheep or goat. This year’s recipients will receive a high-quality breeding animal, a $500 monetary award from the RSG […]

Donate Your Unwanted Semen & Embryos

Donate Your Unwanted Semen & Embryos Do you have semen or embryos you would like to not pay storage on in 2025? Donate them to the RSG Foundation! Breeder donations will receive a receipt for their donation showing the number of units donated. If you itemize deductions on your federal tax return, you may be […]

November RSG Foundation eNews

Foundation Auction on Tuesday! We have over 60 lots in this year’s RSG Foundation Holiday Fundraising Auction on November 19th. Special thanks to all the breeders, associations, and families who donated products, services, and unique experiences! View Lots Donate A Breeding Female to First Flock-Herd How You Can Help: If you are willing to donate […]

October RSG Foundation eNews

First Flock-Herd Grant UPDATE We recently completed accepting applications from young producers on October 1st, receiving nearly 30 applications from over 20 states across the U.S. We have now begun the review process, with a goal to start making awards right after the first of the year. Learn More About Grants Donate A Breeding Female […]

September RSG Foundation eNews

First Flock-Herd Grant Application Deadline Near Interested youth now have until October 1st to submit grant applications for the First Flock-Herd program. The RSG Foundation is dedicated to providing grants for young individuals and their families to purchase breeding animals, services, equipment, animal health and nutritional products to help them establish their First Flock-Herd. The […]