everything in one single centre
The innovation shaping the future
of your breeding programme.
With over 30 years of experience in equine assisted reproduction, Avantea offers, through Ovum Pick-Up (OPU) and ICSI, a solution for mares in sporting activity or with reduced fertility.
scientific publications
Europe’s leading centre for equine assisted reproduction
World-renowned centre of excellence
for animal assisted reproduction
and biotechnology research.
Avantea is a leading European laboratory specialising in advanced technologies for animal reproduction and biotechnology research, combining innovation and scientific rigour to develop cutting-edge solutions.
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The OPU-ICSI Procedure
From egg retrieval to embryo transfer, all in one centre.
A process that simplifies management and maximises your mare’s genetic potential.
step 1
OPU
step 2
ICSI
step 3
EMBRYO
PRODUCTION
step 4
EMBRYO
TRANSFER
Access OPU wherever and however you prefer.
You decide where to start your OPU–ICSI journey.
OPU-ICSI in Avantea
The mare is accommodated at our centre, where we carry out OPU, ICSI and embryo development through to freezing and/or transfer.
OPU in a Partner Clinic – ICSI in Avantea
The OPU procedure is performed at a partner clinic, while ICSI and embryo development take place in Avantea’s laboratories.
What Makes Avantea Unique
Services and expertise you won’t find anywhere else.
Available Stallions
Avantea manages Europe’s largest semen bank for ICSI. A unique resource providing access to the finest genetic bloodlines.
Additional Services
Beyond OPU-ICSI, Avantea offers specialised laboratory services and veterinary support to assist breeders and owners at every stage of their breeding programme.
Mares Management
Mares accommodated at Avantea are cared for by a dedicated veterinary team, following tailored protocols to ensure animal welfare and maximum efficiency throughout the reproductive procedures.
Real Data, Verifiable Results
Discover Avantea’s impact on sport.
Our Results
With over 30 years of success, Avantea is a leader in equine assisted reproduction, driven by scientific research and advanced technologies.
Avantea ICSI Result Tool
The OPU–ICSI technique is crucial in sport horse breeding: horses born using this biotechnology go on to achieve excellent results.
What They Say About Us
Learn more about our research and international publications by visiting our dedicated page.
Our Locations
Avantea operates globally from two locations, in Italy, Netherlands, France and USA offering advanced OPU and ICSI services for equine breeding.
Livestock and Biomedical Research
Avantea develops and applies advanced biotechnologies for animal reproduction and biomedical research, contributing to scientific progress and innovation in the field.
