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BSF OFFERS COMPUTERIZED 24 HR. SCANNING AND COLLECTION

Weenie, Raving Reporter, lines up interview with Mariano Raigo, Struther's computer expert
out of Charleston. Mariano is responsible for writing a installing computerization of the semen
collection stations at the BSF, as well as Computerization of the Struthers Group of Families.
Says Mariano, "This is definately, a 21st Century Facility. It is THE MODEL FACILITY for the
next Century." Weenie was conducting the interview, in the Semen collection area. Mariano
reports that each cage is numbered so each location can be monitored separately. The room
is equipted with cameras that are connected through closed circuit networking, so that 24 hour
monitoring can take place from 3 places, the office, the Operating Room, and from the lab. The
camera scans each location with excellent vantage point viewing. This Closed Circuit viewing
is necessary since the entire area will be sealed off and sterilized, once the Grand Opening is
finished. At that point, the only viewing will be through the TV Monitors.

Mariano also stated that he will be responsible for connecting the various "family of companies"
for reporting purposes. He said that they are even installing Video Conferencing, making it
easier for efficient timely communication between operations..

Finally, Mariano said that the semen gathering has become totally computerized. Each boar is
monitored to determine when it is ready for "harvest". Each Boar is on a different cycle.
Non-computerized facilities require inefficient methods for harvesting the boars. At Struther's
state of the art facility, all stations are monitored to give Struthers the opportunity to harvest 6
days a week, rather than two days a week..and with less manpower...and no loss production
opportunities..(this editor is holding back any side comments..he will leave that to his fellow
editor..SouthCal...)..no, I guess I will take one shot..They do have to rest one day, don't
they...hehehehe..sorry, last one.."Obviously", said Mariano, this makes this operation very
efficient."

Weenie also reports that the feeders are all automated. As you know, Weenie has been to the
facility before..just recently..but, he is extremely impressed. He couldn't believe how nice it
looks with all of the equipment and furnishings. He says there are tents set up outside to greet
the guests...TV and radio there..had breakfast with a radio out of Yankten, SD, KNAX...He is
taking lots of pictures. More later.

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