Art. 23bbis Ordinance of October 31, 2012 on Breeding (OB) - Operation of National Gene Banks

For the purpose of preserving Swiss breeds, the FOAG operates national gene banks for the long-term storage of frozen animal-origin samples (cryogenically preserved material).

It may delegate the operation of national gene banks: a. to insemination centers; b. to recognized breeding organizations responsible for the concerned Swiss breeds, provided they manage the gene banks through insemination centers.

Anyone seeking to operate a national gene bank must ensure a high level of genetic diversity.

The operation of a national gene bank is governed by a contract between the FOAG and the operator. The contract specifically governs: a. the volume and minimum quantity of cryogenically preserved material to be stored; b. the property rights related to the cryogenically preserved material; c. the amount of compensation.

The operator of a gene bank has the following duties: a. they must grant the FOAG all rights of information and consultation; b. they must ensure that the following information and documents are recorded in the documentation software provided by the FOAG: 1. contact data for at least one contact person, 2. unique identification of the animals, including information regarding their lineage, 3. the nature and volume of the cryogenically preserved material, 4. manufacturing protocols, 5. storage locations and distribution within the stocks.

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