Brittany Scott elected
secretary of LEA board Milestone for small ruminant genetic exports
SMART Reproduction of Jonesboro, Ark., a global leader in small ruminant genetics and reproductive technology, is proud to announce the election of its CEO, Brittany Scott, as secretary of the Board of Directors of the Livestock Exporters Association (LEA). Her election marks a historic milestone as the first company to specialize in only germplasm export and also only small-ruminant (sheep and goats) exports to join the LEA board — signaling a meaningful shift for an association historically dominated by live cattle, horse and swine exporters and reflecting the industry’s recognition that small ruminant genetics and germplasm trade are increasingly the future of global livestock commerce. Through advanced reproductive technologies — such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) and semen and embryo cryopreservation — SMART
Brittany Scott
Reproduction is helping revolutionize how elite genetics are preserved, multiplied, and delivered worldwide. SMART Reproduction is a premier provider of elite American sheep and goat genetics. Specializing in the acquisition, collection, and global export of live animals and frozen germplasm, the company offers end-to-end project support — from sourcing and quarantine to international shipping and importation workflows. Through its streamlined digital catalogue and expert consulting, SMART Reproduction remains dedicated to advancing the agriculture and animal husbandry sectors through science-driven genetic solutions. In many developing nations, sheep and goats are agricultural backbones — central to household income, nutrition and resilience in challenging environments. SMART Reproduction’s work provides the foundation for sheep and goat production: elite genetics that can help build more productive, resilient food systems and advance sustainable agriculture.
The company also emphasizes that exporting frozen genetics (germplasm) is one of the most humane and bio-secure methods of trade, supporting animal welfare while minimizing disease risks. “Small ruminants are vital to global food security and by bringing germplasm expertise to the LEA board, we are ensuring that American sheep and goat breeders are at the forefront of a more sustainable, bio-secure and efficient global livestock trade,” said Brittany. “This role provides a platform to further advocate for streamlined export protocols and to ensure that elite U.S. genetics continue to reach breeders and agricultural enterprises worldwide with efficiency and integrity.”
Founded in 1983, the Livestock Exporters Association (LEA)
is a non-profit organization representing the U.S. livestock industry. LEA’s mission is to foster the growth of the U.S. livestock export industry and ensure the highest standards of fair practice in international marketing.
For more information about the Livestock Exporters Association, visit
https://livestockexportusa.com/. n
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