Last updated: October 20, 2023
Place
Semen Shed
NPS Collection
Quick Facts
Location:
Farm 2, Eisenhower National Historic Site
Significance:
Agricultural Science and innovation
Designation:
National Historic Site, National Historic Landmark
Amenities
2 listed
Cellular Signal, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits
Eisenhower wanted to improve the Angus breed of cattle. Rather than release bulls into the pastures to father calves, each mating of cow and bull was carefully controlled. Bloodlines were charted and the attributes of each cow or bull considered.
Eisenhower Farms employed the latest breeding techniques such as artificial insemination, first with refrigerated and, later, frozen semen. The semen was stored in a small cinder-block building called the Semen Shed.
Eisenhower Farms employed the latest breeding techniques such as artificial insemination, first with refrigerated and, later, frozen semen. The semen was stored in a small cinder-block building called the Semen Shed.