GGI-SPERMEX GmbH

What GGI-SPERMEX GmbH does

GGI-SPERMEX GmbH is a German cattle genetics export company headquartered in Cloppenburg-Bethen with a branch office in Ottobrunn, formed on July 1, 2018 through the merger of German Genetics International GmbH and SPERMEX GmbH. The company operates as the consolidated international export arm of 12 German shareholder breeding and artificial insemination organizations, marketing bovine semen across four core dairy breeds (Holstein, Red Holstein, Fleckvieh, Brown Swiss) and more than 20 supplementary breeds spanning beef and specialty dairy genetics.

The company's product portfolio centers on conventional and sexed bull semen, complemented by a digital services stack: the BEAT mating program, which applies data-driven optimization to herd breeding decisions with inbreeding and genetic defect detection; HERDGEN, a herd genotyping service; the GGI-SPERMEX mobile app for accessing bull data and breeding values; and periodic breeding value estimation services. The portfolio encompasses 4,130 bulls in the offering and 1,480 bulls in active breeding programs, with reported usage of 2,154,188 first inseminations as an aggregate scale signal. Operations are managed by Frank Stumpenhusen (Managing Director); the company does not disclose revenue or employee headcount beyond single-digit staff figures, suggesting a lean export platform.

Commercially, GGI-SPERMEX serves dairy farmers and beef cattle breeders worldwide through a combination of direct sales from its German offices and a network of international distribution partners, with quote-based, multi-year contract pricing and no publicly disclosed price list. Marketing is conducted via a multi-language website (DE/EN/FR/ES), social media presence, downloadable catalogues, and participation in major agricultural trade events such as EuroTier, RiVerGen, and RBW events. The most recent disclosed product launch was the homozygous polled bull RAPID PP in January 2025.

Name

GGI-SPERMEX GmbH

Legal name

GGI-SPERMEX GmbH

Website

https://ggi-spermex.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

GGI-SPERMEX GmbH is the international export platform of 12 German breeding and AI organizations, marketing bovine semen (Holstein, Fleckvieh, Brown Swiss, and 20+ breeds) alongside the BEAT mating program, HERDGEN genotyping service, and a mobile app to dairy and beef farmers worldwide through direct sales and international distributor partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Livestock Genetics

NAICS

All Other Animal Production (11299)

SIC

Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200), Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro primary industry

Artificial Insemination (AI) & Semen Services (Collection, Processing, Storage) (AFACAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sexed Semen & Sex Selection Services (AFAEAJAI), Dairy Breeding & Genetics (AI, Embryo Transfer) (AFAEACAD), Seedstock/Purebred Beef Cattle Breeding (AFAEABAD)

Keywords

• Cattle genetics
• Bovine semen
• Dairy breeding
• Genomic testing
• Herd genotyping

Headquarters

HQ city

Cloppenburg-Bethen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Semen Sales (Bull Genetics): Sale of bovine semen from elite breeding bulls across multiple breeds including Holstein, Red Holstein, Fleckvieh (German Simmental), Brown Swiss, and 20+ additional breeds. Both conventional and sexed (sext) semen available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

GGI-SPERMEX GmbH exports German cattle genetics on the international market, selling conventional and sexed bovine semen from elite breeding bulls across dairy breeds (Holstein, Red Holstein, Fleckvieh, Brown Swiss and others) and beef breeds (Angus, Charolais, Limousin, Wagyu, Belgian Blue, etc.). The semen offering is complemented by digital breeding services including the BEAT mating program, HERDGEN herd genotyping, breeding value estimation, and the GGI-SPERMEX mobile app.

Product overview

GGI-SPERMEX GmbH is a German cattle genetics export company formed on July 1, 2018, through the merger of German Genetics International GmbH and SPERMEX GmbH. The company represents 12 German breeding and insemination organizations on the international market. Their product portfolio centers on cattle semen (bull genetics) across core dairy breeds (Holstein, Red Holstein, Fleckvieh/German Simmental, Brown Swiss) and supplementary breeds (Angler, Jersey, DN, DSN, and others), as well as beef breeds (Angus, Charolais, Limousin, Belgian Blue, Wagyu, and others). This genetic material is complemented by digital services including the GGI-SPERMEX App for mobile access to bull data and breeding values, the BEAT mating program for herd management and breeding optimization, and the HERDGEN herd genotyping service. The company processed 2,154,188 first inseminations and offers 1,480 bulls through their portfolio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Holstein Genetics

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• German Genetics International GmbHcoreOthersOne of the two predecessor companies that merged on July 1, 2018 to form GGI-SPERMEX GmbH. German Genetics International GmbH was an established German export organization for cattle genetics.
• SPERMEX GmbHcoreOthersOne of the two predecessor companies that merged on July 1, 2018 to form GGI-SPERMEX GmbH. SPERMEX GmbH was an established German export organization for cattle genetics.
• 12 German Breeding and Insemination Organizations (Shareholders)coreOthers12 German breeding and insemination organizations across Germany who are shareholders of GGI-SPERMEX. They contribute their experience, know-how, and genetics from their regions, with their own strong breeding programs based on the world's largest registered breeding populations. These include organizations like Qnetics (mentioned in news about bull classifications).

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CRV: Dutch/Flemish cooperative offering international cattle genetics, AI services, and herd management software across dairy and beef breeds. Directly comparable as a member-owned AI exporter with global distribution and integrated digital breeding tools.
• Semex: Canadian cattle genetics cooperative distributing Holstein, Jersey, and beef breed semen worldwide alongside genetic evaluation and mating program services. Directly comparable as a member-driven AI exporter with international partner network.
• ABS Global (Genus plc): World's largest bovine AI company and subsidiary of Genus plc, offering dairy and beef genetics, genomic services, and reproductive technology globally. Comparable as a global-scale competitor with integrated genomics and AI tools.
• STgenetics: US-based bovine genetics company specializing in sexed semen (SexedULTRA), genomic testing, and elite dairy/beef bull portfolios. Comparable as an international AI company with strong sexed-semen and genomics positioning.
• Select Sires: US-based farmer-owned cooperative providing bovine AI services, semen, and reproductive products across dairy and beef breeds. Comparable as a cooperative AI exporter with a broad breed portfolio.
• Cogent (part of Stallion AI Services / Genus): UK-based cattle genetics supplier offering Holstein, Jersey, and beef semen along with sexed and genomic products. Comparable as a mid-sized European AI competitor with international reach.
• VikingGenetics: Cooperative owned by Nordic and Finnish dairy farmers providing Holstein, Jersey, and Red Dairy cattle genetics internationally. Closely comparable as a regional cooperative that aggregates member breeding programs into a single global export brand.
• Alta Genetics (URUS Group): Global AI company offering bovine genetics, reproductive services, and dairy management solutions across major dairy markets. Comparable as a worldwide commercial provider of elite dairy and beef bull genetics.

Broad incumbents

• URUS Group: Global agricultural cooperative group owning Alta Genetics and other dairy genetics/services businesses. Comparable as the broader parent entity that competes with GGI-SPERMEX across multiple international markets.

Regional players

• Masterrind: German cattle AI cooperative representing multiple German breeding organizations in Holstein, Red Holstein, Fleckvieh, and Brown Swiss. Highly comparable as a fellow German cooperative but primarily focused on the domestic German market rather than export.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ggi-spermex
• Facebookfacebook.com/GGI.Spermex
• Instagraminstagram.com/ggispermex
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ggi-spermex-gmbh

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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