Congratulations to Scott Metzger, the new area sales manager for Trans Ova Genetic’s dairy clients across the nation.
In his new position, Metzger will work with elite dairy breeders, helping them utilize advanced reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer (ET) and in vitro fertilization (IVF) to create desirable offspring from top cow families. Metzger also will counsel and educate breeders on sexed semen embryo production applications, genetic preservation and cloning to help align elite cow families with methods which will allow breeders to multiply their chances of success.
Metzger has a strong foundation in the dairy industry and a developed interest in dairy reproduction. He most recently spent four years providing genetic advice and service to clients of Semex USA as a district sales manager. In this role, he developed a new territory for the company by gaining client trust and providing genetic and reproduction solutions that matched their specific needs. Prior to joining Semex, Metzger worked for Nelson Dairy Consultants, Iowa State University Foundation and Prairie State Select Sires in full-time or internship roles.
Metzger graduated with honors in Dairy Science and Agricultural Business from Iowa State University in 2002. While at Iowa State, he was an active member of the school’s dairy science club, serving as president, and the Iowa State Dairy Judging Team for whom he earned All-American honors in 2001. A native of Larchwood, Iowa, Metzger was intricately involved in his family’s 50-cow Fredstel Jerseys including working as herdsman for a year following graduation.