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Archive for Breed Association News – Page 3

Halliwell appointed Group Commercial Director at Holstein UK

Wednesday, March 8th, 2023

The Holstein UK Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Michael Halliwell as Group Commercial Director.

As an exciting new position within the company, the appointment of Michael provides the Holstein UK Group with the opportunity to further develop commercial strategies and areas of growth. The Holstein UK Group is at the heart of the UK dairy industry, providing a wide array of services to assist members and customers in breeding profitable, robust and productive dairy cattle. 

The Group includes the Holstein UK breed society which is Europe’s largest independent breed society and has been established for over 110 years, registering over 200,000 animals per year with a membership of over 4,500.  There is also The Cattle Information Service (The CIS), which is a leading provider of milk recording and health testing to farmers throughout GB.  Finally, the National Bovine Data Centre (NBDC) collects, analyses and disseminates data for a wide variety of pedigree dairy and beef breeds, including Type Classification and Genomic information.

Michael has a strong commercial and sales background with a broad network within the industry. He has experience in the genetics field, working with both elite pedigree and highly focused commercial operations which have given him knowledge of various production systems and business models required by the different dairy farming businesses.   Michael spent six years as Business Development Manager for Worldwide Sires and recently has been in the role of Commercial Director for CattleEye Ltd, a tech start-up business. Michael, who joins on 3rd April 2023, will report to CEO Melanie Harmitt and work closely with key heads of departments including Janette Mathie and Dena Snidall, CIS; Meurig James, NBDC and Hannah Williams, Head of Events and Marketing.

Michael Halliwell, Group Commercial Director, says, “I look forward to joining the Holstein UK Group and this is a fantastic career opportunity to utilise my skills and network to shape and implement the commercial strategic objectives. I look forward to further developing the portfolio of products and services across the Holstein UK Group, creating commercial offerings for both the membership and external stakeholders.”

Melanie Harmitt, CEO of Holstein UK Group, adds, “Michael was a highly impressive candidate for the position of Group Commercial Director. His experience and knowledge of the industry, partnered with his commercial background, made him a great fit for the  Holstein UK Group and we’re delighted to welcome him to our team.”

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Group Commercial Director appointed at Holstein UK

Tuesday, March 7th, 2023

The Holstein UK Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Michael Halliwell as Group Commercial Director.

As an exciting new position within the company, the appointment of Michael provides the Holstein UK Group with the opportunity to further develop commercial strategies and areas of growth. The Holstein UK Group is at the heart of the UK dairy industry, providing a wide array of services to assist members and customers in breeding profitable, robust and productive dairy cattle. 

The Group includes the Holstein UK breed society which is Europe’s largest independent breed society and has been established for over 110 years, registering over 200,000 animals per year with a membership over 4,500.  There is also The Cattle Information Service (The CIS), which is a leading provider of milk recording and health testing to farmers throughout GB.  Finally, the National Bovine Data Centre (NBDC) collects, analyses and disseminates data for a wide variety of pedigree dairy and beef breeds, including Type Classification and Genomic information.

Michael has a strong commercial and sales background with a broad network within the industry. He has experience in the genetics field, working with both elite pedigree and highly focused commercial operations which have given him knowledge of various production systems and business models required by the different dairy farming businesses.   Michael spent six years as Business Development Manager for Worldwide Sires and recently has been in the role of Commercial Director for CattleEye Ltd, a tech start-up business. Michael, who joins on 3rd April 2023, will report to CEO Melanie Harmitt and work closely with key heads of departments including Janette Mathie and Dena Snidall, CIS; Meurig James, NBDC and Hannah Williams, Head of Events and Marketing.

Michael Halliwell, Group Commercial Director, says, “I look forward to joining the Holstein UK Group and this is a fantastic career opportunity to utilise my skills and network to shape and implement the commercial strategic objectives. I look forward to further developing the portfolio of products and services across the Holstein UK Group, creating commercial offerings for both the membership and external stakeholders.”

Melanie Harmitt, CEO of Holstein UK Group, adds, “Michael was a highly impressive candidate for the position of Group Commercial Director. His experience and knowledge of the industry, partnered with his commercial background, made him a great fit for the  Holstein UK Group and we’re delighted to welcome him to our team.”

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Finalists for the Holstein Canada Cow of the Year Award, 2022

Thursday, March 2nd, 2023

Holstein Canada’s annual Cow of the Year competition, which has been running since 1995, aims to recognise elite Canadian cows that have had an impact both domestically and internationally while also being enjoyed by Canadian producers. The four finalists for the 2022 Cow of the Year award are as follows:

Goldwyn Belfast EX-95-3E 17* 7-06 2x 365d Lasenza 42,657 4.0 1689 3.3 1407 (lbs)\s19,349 4.0. 766 3.3. 638 (kgs) (kgs)
All-American and All-Canadian 2014 Junior 2-Year-Old
Belfast Holstein, St. Patrice de Beaurivage, Quebec
“Lasenza has been a special cow to us since her birth,” says Robert Chabot. She is the offspring of a magical cross and comes from a long line of show-stopping performers. She is still active as she approaches the age of 12, and she has distinguished herself through her high productions, exceptional show results, and prolific offspring. Her daughters and granddaughters have won major competitions in six countries. All of her daughters in Canada are 100% GP or better, with 8 EX, 17 VG, and 7 GP.”

Doorman Comestar Lamadona EX-94-2E 21* 5-09 2x 365d 56,799 4.9 2754 3.7 2090 (lbs)\s25,764 4.9 1249 3.7 948 (kgs) (kgs)
HM 2016 All-Canadian Junior 3-Year-Old
Comestar Holstein, Victoriaville, QC, is the owner.
Comtois, Marc: “Internationally known for her numerous show exploits and milk production records, Lamadona continues to influence the breed through your herds with its many sons: LEMAGIC (Semex), LOYALL (Blondin Sires), LATAYO (Semex), and BARLOT” (Semex). She also stands out for her daughters (100%GP+; 3 EX, 24 VG, and 20 more daughters to come), who are following in their mother’s footsteps and expanding the impact of this exceptional family.”

Goldwyn Garondale EX-94-4E 21* 6-00 Conny 2x 365d 40,346 4.3 1715 3.2 1303 (lbs)\s18,301 4.3 778 3.2 591 (kgs) (kgs)
Reserve 2017 All-Quebec Lifetime Production Cow
Ferme Garondale, Saint Denis de la Bouteilliere, Quebec
“Conny deserves your vote because she already has 10 Excellent daughters, including 3 93 points, and is herself EX-94-4E,” says Alain Garon (MS:96). She has an incredible ability to transmit her genetics, as evidenced by the 21 stars she has earned so far. She produced over 101,400 kg in 6 lactations with 4.3%F and 3.4%P. She also had a successful show career, having won Grand Champion at Saint-Pascal in 2017, All-Canadian Nominee, and Tout-Québec Reserve in 2017. Despite her age of 14, Conny is in good health and has incredible mobility for her age!”

Duplex Dion EX-95-5E 3* 8-01 2x 365d Willswikk 36,843 4.6 1695 3.7 1349 (lbs)\s16,712 4.6 769 3.7. 612 (kgs) (kgs)
Vancouver Island’s first junior three-year-old 2014
Wikkshaven Holsteins, Cobble Hill, BC, is the owner.
“Willswikk Duplex Dion should be voted Cow of the Year because she exemplifies longevity, has scored EX 95 5E, has 3 stars, and 7 Excellent daughters,” says Cindy Wikkerink. She completes 6 generations of Excellent homebreds, with a total of 65 stars in those 6 generations. So far in her seven lactations, she has produced 104,300 kg of milk, 4,753 kg of fat, and 3,874 kg of protein. She was named BC’s Cow of the Year in 2020 and is a shining example of what we strive for as breeders of great Canadian cows every day!”

Members of Holstein Canada have until March 13 to vote via your online account or the InfoHolstein magazine voting ballot. The Cow of the Year will be announced at Holstein Canada’s Annual Meeting in Montreal on Saturday, April 15th.

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Dairy-Tech 2023: Milk yield, fat and protein production awards

Friday, February 10th, 2023

The Gold Cup is the UK’s top dairy award. It went to the Logan family, a fifth-generation partnership that runs the 280-head Holehouse herd in Ayrshire, Scotland.

The mostly red and white cows gave an average of 10,500 kg of milk with 4.10 percent butterfat and 3.40 percent protein when they were milked twice a day from September 20,2021 to September 20,2022. Muller buys milk from the herd that has calves all year.

Di Wastenage, chair of the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF) and one of the judges, said that Logan’s farming system “had it all”: “They tick all the boxes for sustainability, the environment, getting the most out of the land, and making sure the cows are healthy and happy. They are on the cutting edge of many new technologies that help them move their 280 pedigree Holstein cow herd forward.
Dairy-Tech 2023 awards

At Dairy-Tech 2023, 4 awards were given out in addition to the National Milk Records RABDF Gold Cup: The Torrance family from Stapleford Abbotts, near Romford, Essex, won the Chris May Memorial Cup for having the Gold Cup-qualifying herd with the highest lifetime daily yield. Their Curtismill pedigree Holstein herd, which was made up of 670 cows and 430 followers, gave an average of 22.30 kg of milk per cow per day over the course of its lifetime. In 2020, the Gold Cup went to John Torrance’s dairy business, which he ran with his father Robert, mother Janet, and wife Lucy.

The NMR Silver Salver was given to Messrs Harvey, Drum Farm, Beeswing, Dumfries, for having the Holstein herd that produced the most fat and protein overall. The farm family takes care of 300 Holstein cows that have been raised from birth. Their Killywhan herd gave them 1.017 kg of fat and protein per cow and 14,267 kg of milk when they milked them three times a day.

The Lillyhill Cup was won by Robert, Lorraine, and Mark Hunterm from West Tarbrax Farm in Lanarkshire in 2022. It is given to the Gold Cup-qualifying Jersey herd with the most fat and protein overall. The 160 milking cows from Hunter’s Clydevalley Jerseys weighed a total of 878.42 kg/cow. Cows give milk that is 6.97% fat and 3.93% protein and weighs 8,063 kg.

And Richard Bell from Wigton, Cumbria, won the Chairman’s Cup for the herd that had the most fat and protein. This was for breeds other than Holstein and Jersey. His Nerewater pedigree Friesian herd of 70 milking cows had a fat and protein total of 738 kg, which was a winning number. The herd of cows that have calves all year long and are fed grass makes an average of 8,800 kg of milk with 4.4% butterfat and 3.52% protein.
Milk guarantee programme

At the event, which was held at Stoneleigh Park, a new milk assurance scheme was introduced. The Assured Integrated Milk Supplier (AIMS) scheme will make sure that people who buy milk from sources other than farms can find out where it came from.

The AIMS Assured Standards fill a gap in current assurance and industry schemes by covering milk that is sold between dairy companies as part of business deals. The scheme was made by the industry and is supported by Dairy UK. It has a Code of Practice that businesses must follow and are audited on. This makes sure that members can find out where their milk came from and makes sure that suppliers have done their jobs.

Tim Hampton, who is the chair of AIMS, said, “Trading milk between dairies has many benefits, both financially and in terms of operations and the environment. This is important for a modern, efficient dairy industry.” But it has been known for a long time that it does leave a hole in supply chain assurance. This programme is meant to fill that gap by creating a network of trusted suppliers who can grade with confidence and help us meet the needs of our customers and, in the end, consumers.

It will be like the Red Tractor and the Dairy Transport Assurance Scheme, which are already in place. It lets any dairy business in Great Britain buy and sell milk with other businesses.

Matthew Knight, who is in charge of running the RABDF, said that business was good at the show. But producers were aware of milk price cuts, even though input costs were still high, there were still problems with labour, and there was more pressure to cut emissions.

“The new lameness village had a lot of visitors because there were demonstrations of foot trimming going on all day. We’ll definitely try to build on it next year, when this important issue gets more attention.”

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Lucas and Alise Sjostrom Recognized with 2023 Young Dairy Leaders Institute Distinguished Alumni Leader Award

Thursday, February 9th, 2023

Lucas and Alise Sjostrom of Brooten, Minn. have been selected as the Holstein Foundation’s 2023 Young Dairy Leaders Institute Distinguished Alumni Leader award recipients. The Holstein Foundation annually recognizes a Young Dairy Leaders Institute (YDLI) graduate or couple who have made noteworthy contributions to the dairy industry, applying skills gained during their YDLI experience.

Lucas and Alise are Class 7 YDLI graduates who voice that “When thinking about transforming ourselves as people, YDLI stands out as a very life-changing event.” 

Both Lucas and Alise agree YDLI gave them a different perspective of the dairy industry and taught them how to be effective advocates. Aside from the wealth of knowledge the couple took away from YDLI, they formed a multitude of lasting friendships and invaluable network connections. 

“As we continued our careers, we realized taste and fun could be mixed in with sustainability,” they shared. Lucas and Alise strive to uphold this mission at their family’s artisan cheese and whey spirits business, Redhead Creamery. They source the milk for their farmstead creamery from Jer-Lindy Farms, both owned in partnership with Alise’s parents, Jerry and Linda Jennissen.

Currently, Alise is the Owner and Head Cheesemaker at Redhead Creamery LLC, where she has produced over 50,000 pounds of artisan cheese per year using milk from Jer-Lindy Farms. At Redhead Creamery, she has a hand in everything from customer service to product development and marketing. 

Lucas serves as Executive Director of the Minnesota Milk Producers Association at Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative. There he develops relationships with legislators, farmers, media, academia, and industry to simultaneously achieve the needs of two farmer-led organizations. He also heads Redhead Creamery’s new whey distillery project.

Lucas and Alise have three children, Lucy, Henry, and Conan. Aside from their careers in the dairy industry they are active in many committees and foundations such as The League of Minnesota Cheesemakers, The U.S. Dairy Sustainability committee, The Upper Midwest Dairy Industry Association, and The Minnesota Ag Water Quality Certification Program.

Lucas and Alise will be honored during the upcoming YDLI Class 12 Phase III program being held February 14 – 17 in Fort Worth, Texas.

The Young Dairy Leaders Institute, a program of the Holstein Foundation, is a nationally recognized three-phase leadership and communication skills development program for young adults (ages 22-45) working in the dairy industry. For more information about YDLI or Holstein Foundation programs, visit www.holsteinfoundation.org or contact Jodi Hoynoski at 800.952.5200 ext. 4261 or by email.

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Holstein America Broadcasts February 13 on RFD-TV

Friday, February 3rd, 2023

Every dairy has a story, and for six years, Holstein America has shared modern-day farm life with audiences around the world. The documentary series, produced by Holstein Association USA, pays tribute to U.S. Registered Holsteins®, the world’s perfect cow, and the people who raise them.

Tune in to the next episode of Holstein America at 7 p.m. CST/8 p.m. EST, Monday, February 13, on RFD-TV.

“As the nation’s leading television program devoted to the dairy community, we are honored to tell these important stories,” says John Meyer, CEO of Holstein Association USA. “This next episode of Holstein America is a wonderful example of the diverse reaches of the Registered Holstein cow.”

At the heart of the program are Holstein breeders, who ensure an abundance of dairy products are produced efficiently, sustainably and at the highest quality in the world. Holstein America visits a dairy in southwest Missouri, where two brothers are continuing a family tradition generations in the making. The show also spotlights an industry trailblazer from Pennsylvania, who helped pioneer early genetic innovations for dairy producers.

The upcoming Holstein America will also showcase work at colleges and universities to grow an even brighter dairy future. From the Midwest to the East Coast, student-run dairy farms are inspiring students to dream big in the dairy industry. At Western Kentucky University, see how the one-of-a-kind WKU SmartHolstein Lab sparks curiosity and future technology for dairy producers around the world.

Opportunities for careers in the dairy industry expand far beyond the barn. Hear the story of how a longtime cheesemaker in New England works to engage the next generation about where their food comes from.

The hour-long program, sponsored by Merck Animal Health, also explores programs and services offered by Holstein Association USA, including a look at genetic offerings through Holstein Marketplace Sires, and research into how dairy conformation plays a role in overall productivity and performance.

Join us for Holstein America at 7 p.m. CST, Monday, February 13, on RFD-TV.

RFD-TV is a leading independent cable channel available on DISH Network, DIRECTV®, AT&T U-Verse, Charter Spectrum, Cox, Comcast, Mediacom, Suddenlink and many other rural cable systems. Reference local listings for more information.

After the show, visit www.holsteinusa.com to find a complete collection of the Holstein America series. Also stay tuned to Holstein Association USA on Facebook and Instagram for more information.

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Ayrshire Canada Announces Master Breeders

Tuesday, January 24th, 2023

Congratulations to these 2022 Master Breeders, recently announced by Ayrshire Canada.

  • De La Plaine, Ferme De La Plaine
  • Ronick, Ferme Ronick, inc.
  • Des Prairies, Ferme François Beaudry inc.
  • Sablière, Ferme Sablière 2007 inc.
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Guernsey World Conference and Tour Open for Bookings

Monday, January 23rd, 2023

The English Guernsey Cattle Society is extending an invitation to Guernsey breeders across the world to visit the United Kingdom. The Congress will visit Guernsey herds and noted points of interested in England. Not only will top quality Guernsey herds be visited but we will pass through some outstanding scenery and visit major visitor attractions. Join the World Guernsey Conference taking place June 3-17, 2023.

Download the schedule brochure and booking form here.

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Holstein UK Announces Winner of 2022 President’s Medal Award

Thursday, January 19th, 2023

Holstein UK were delighted to present the prestigious President’s Medal Award to Natasha Kirby at the International Semex Conference in Glasgow on Monday evening, January 16th.

Natasha who is a member of the Lancashire Holstein Young Breeders (HYB) Club has been recognised for the outstanding contribution she has made to her Club, the wider HYB community and the Holstein breed. Her prize consists of an engraved medal and a trip to The Royal Winter Fair in Toronto this November, kindly funded by HYB Principal Sponsor Semex UK. In addition, Natasha was presented with the newly launched Sue Cope Memorial Trophy. Holstein UK also congratulate the two runners-up Alison Lawrie from the Scotland HYB Club and Pippa Tudor from the Shropshire HYB Club.

The Holstein UK President’s Medal, sponsored by Semex UK, recognizes and rewards young talent and highlights individuals who will be the next generation of dairy farmers. The entry process includes Clubs nominating one HYB member, aged between 23 and 26 years old, who must submit an essay with shortlisted candidates then being invited for an interview with a panel of judges. The 2022 essay title was ‘You are at a recruitment fair. Convince the young people attending that entering the UK dairy industry would be a good career choice’ and provoked an inspirational collection of essays, with the three finalist’s copies available to read online.

The panel of judges consisted of Holstein UK President John Jamieson, Semex representative Rodger Mather and Holstein UK’s Industry Representative Jane Arrell. We were delighted to welcome them, along with the eight shortlisted young breeders, to the new Holstein UK Head Office in Telford, Shropshire, for the first in-person President’s Medal interviews since 2019. Following the interviews, the final three young breeders were selected ahead of the winner being officially announced.

On behalf of the judges, Holstein UK President John Jamieson commented, “All eight candidates we interviewed are fantastic ambassadors for the Holstein breed and it was a pleasure to interview them in early December. They all have such an incredible passion for the dairy industry and are committed to careers which will assist in driving the industry forwards. It was an extremely difficult decision to select a winner out of our final shortlist and I am delighted to award the President’s Medal to Natasha Kirby who has been an integral part of Lancashire HYB for many years. Throughout her time in Holstein Young Breeders, Natasha has been dedicated to taking part in a multitude of club activities and also encouraging younger members to develop their skills across all aspects of HYB. I would like to extend my congratulations to the runners up, Alison Lawrie and Pippa Tudor, who are equally as passionate and dedicated towards their careers in the dairy industry and I wish them all the very best for the future.”

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Holstein Canada 2022 Master Breeders Announced

Monday, January 16th, 2023

In an engaging and well-organized online event presented on Saturday evening, January 14th, Holstein Canada announced 20 breeders from Quebec, Ontario, and Alberta that earned a Master Breeder Shield for 2022!  They will be further celebrated at the Master Breeder Gala on April 15th in Montreal, which will be the final celebration at the 2023 National Convention. Congratulations to all of the following breeders on this tremendous accomplishment!

Aquarel – St. Lazare, Quebec
Arcroix – St. Michel, Quebec (2nd Master Breeder Shield)
Belmoral – Teeswater, Ontario (2nd Master Breeder Shield)
Breezy – Brussels, Ontario
Christhill – Tara, Ontario
Elm Bend – Brantford, Ontario (2nd Master Breeder Shield)
Havenvalley – Wallenstein, Ontario (2nd Master Breeder Shield)
Jeanlu – St. Georges, Quebec
Lauzonniere – St. Pierre Les Becquets, Quebec
Louidgi – St. Joseph Beauce, Quebec
Magami – Ange Gardien, Quebec
Mirabel – Mirabel, Quebec (2nd Master Breeder Shield)
Parkhurst – St. Patrice De Beaurivage, Quebec
Pellerat – St. Roch Des Aulnaies, Quebec
RJF – Corbyville, Ontario
Rubis – Lochaber Ouest, Quebec (3rd Master Breeder Shield)
Spruce Lawn – Drayton, Ontario
Vriesdale – Mountain, Ontario
Wendon – Innisfail. Alberta (3rd Master Breeder Shield)
Yorellea – St. Eugene, Ontario

The Master Breeder Award is the most prestigious accolade awarded by Holstein Canada. Each year, since 1929, the association has recognized breeders among the membership for their cumulative breeding efforts. This award is the pinnacle of success for any Holstein Canada member. Since its inception, over 1,000 Master Breeder shields have been bestowed to Holstein Canada members. These “Master” breeders are recognized for having the best ratio for breeding cows that possess the complete package— high production and outstanding conformation, with high proficiency in reproduction, health, and longevity.

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AMSS All-American Nominations Announced

Monday, January 16th, 2023
The American Milking Shorthorn Society has announced their All-American and Junior All-American nominations! 
 
Congratulations to those individuals who received a nomination:

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Holstein Association USA Announces 2022 Top BAA Herds

Tuesday, January 10th, 2023

Holstein Association USA recently released the lists of top Holstein Breed Age Average (BAA%) herds for 2022 classifications. Members utilizing the Classic or Standard options of the Holstein classification program receive an overall BAA for their herd. The BAA value provides a way to compare an animal’s score to breed average, taking into account the age of the animal and their stage of lactation. The calculation puts cows of all ages on the same playing field.

”Providing recognition to breeders of outstanding Registered Holstein cattle across the country is one of the more enjoyable activities we perform at Holstein Association,” said Lindsey Worden, Executive Director, Holstein Genetic Services. “Earning recognition as a high BAA herd on any of the various lists is a notable achievement. It shows a commitment to breeding quality Holstein cattle, paired with outstanding animal husbandry and management that allows those cattle to express their genetic potential.”

In 2022, 970 herds had a BAA value eligible for inclusion in these lists. The average number of cows included in the BAA calculation for the entire group was 68, and the average BAA% was 107.7. Herds must have a minimum of 10 cows to be included for calculation on the list.

Topping the 2022 highest overall BAA list are Delbert W. and Heather D. Yoder from West Salem, Ohio, with a BAA of 116.3. Also earning honors in the top five spots on the list are Matthew T. Mitchell, Tennessee; Juniper Farm, Inc., Maine; Conant Acres, Maine; and G. Alpheaus Stoltzfus, Pennsylvania.

Lists are broken down in several different ways to recognize members across the country with herds of all sizes. Lists of the Overall Top 200 BAA Herds, Top 25 BAA Herds by Region, Top 25 BAA Herds by Herd Size, and Top 15 BAA Herds for Colleges & Universities can be viewed at www.holsteinusa.com. Find the page under the Popular List section on the homepage or directly at www.holsteinusa.com/programs_services/baa_lists_2022.html. Congratulations to all herds on these lists!

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Junior Holstein Virtual Interview Contest Winners Announced

Friday, January 6th, 2023

Junior Holstein Association members put their interviewing skills to the test during the 2022 Virtual Interview Contest. The program was created in 2020 to help prepare youth for real world opportunities by sharpening their resume writing and interview skills.

Applicants submitted cover letters and resumes based on a mock interview scenario and were selected to move on to the second phase of the contest based on their combined cover letter and resume scores. During the second phase contestants were interviewed by a panel of three judges. Final scores were calculated based on each applicant’s cover letter, resume, and interview. All youth received feedback from the judges to help further prepare them for future interviews.

“The National Junior Holstein Association Virtual Interview Contest allowed me to sharpen my interview skills, particularly strengthening my ability to respond to impromptu questions,” says contest participant Sarah Craun from Virginia. “I enjoyed the interaction with the interview panel and I am grateful for the real world learning experience that will certainly benefit me in my future career endeavors.”

Congratulations to the following 2022 Virtual Interview Contest winners!

Junior Division (ages 12-14 as of January 1)
1st place: Lauren Silveira, California
2nd place: Alison Gartman, Wisconsin
3rd place: Chloe Chapman, California

Intermediate Division (ages 15-17 as of January 1)
1st place: Elsie Donlick, New York
2nd place: Sarah Craun, Virginia
3rd place: Salem Sifford, Virginia

Senior Division (ages 18-21 as of January 1)
1st place: Emily Syme, Connecticut
2nd place: Madison Sifford, Virginia
3rd place: Jon Chapman, California

Cash prizes of $250 for first place, $100 for second place, and $50 for third place will be awarded in the junior and intermediate divisions. In the senior division, youth will be given cash prizes of $500 for first place, $250 for second place, and $100 for third place.

For more information about the Virtual Interview Contest, or other Holstein Association USA youth programs, visit www.holstein usa.com/juniors/.

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2022 National Judi Collinsworth Memorial Scholarship Recipients Announced

Thursday, December 22nd, 2022

The National Judi Collinsworth Outstanding Junior Exhibitor Memorial Scholarship award recognizes National Junior Holstein Exhibitors who have shown committed involvement and interest in the Holstein industry. Holstein Association USA is pleased to announce the 2022 scholarship winners and support two outstanding Junior Holstein Members as they pursue higher education. Kylie

Receiving the top $1,000 scholarship is Kylie Konyn from California. Kylie is currently attending the University of Wisconsin – Madison, where she is involved in the Badger Dairy Club, Collegiate Farm Bureau, Association of Women in Agriculture, and is an undergraduate research assistant. In the future, she plans to pursue a doctorate in dairy cattle genetics or nutrition.

Kylie has been working with Registered Holsteins® for 12 years and found success at both the International Junior Holstein Show and Grand National Junior Holstein Show this year. In addition to her showring success over the years, Kylie has been a Young Distinguished Junior Member (YDJM) finalist, competed in the Dairy Bowl, Dairy Jeopardy, and Speech competitions, and served three terms as California Junior Holstein president.

“From various Junior Holstein competitions, leadership positions, on farm internship and learning opportunities, show string teams, and in my daily life at school, I have learned the value and impact that network and teamwork can have on a person’s Junior Holstein career,” Kylie wrote in her scholarship application. “As I look forward to further involvement in the Holstein breed, I aspire to use the skills and relationships I have developed to further impact the lives and industry around me.”

Receiving the $500 scholarship is Delana Erbsen from Illinois. Delana is majoring in Dairy Science at Iowa State University where she is active in the Iowa State Dairy ScienceDelana Club. She also remains involved in her family’s farm, Erbacres Holsteins, where she is responsible for helping care for youngstock, milking cows, and cow comfort. After completing her undergraduate degree, Delana hopes to attend veterinary school or pursue a doctorate in animal breeding and genetics.

Delana’s National Junior Holstein Association experiences include participating in Dairy Bowl and Dairy Jeopardy and being selected as a YDJM finalist. She also enjoys working with her family at local, state, and national Holstein shows, and plans to continue breeding, raising, and showing Registered Holsteins with her family.

About the Award

Judi Collinsworth worked at Holstein Association USA in Brattleboro, Vermont as the Executive Director of Member and Industry Relations. She spent a great deal of time working to improve and expand the programs available to Holstein youth and was responsible for telemarketing, member-related programs, State Association communications, member services and Association external affairs.

Scholarship recipients must be a National Junior Holstein member and enrolled in a 2- or 4-year college or university. Youth must also have exhibited their animal at a National Junior Holstein Show during the current show season. Applicants are judged on their leadership profile, Holstein involvement and interest, and participation in other activities. More information can be found at www.holsteinusa.com/pdf/forms_apps/collinsworth_award.pdf.

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Pedigree Analysis of 2022 National Holstein Show Winners Released

Wednesday, December 14th, 2022

The annual Pedigree Analysis of National Holstein Show winners has been released by Holstein Association USA for the 2022 show season. These lists provide insight into the genetics of Holsteins who have seen show ring success at the highest levels of competition.

The Pedigree Analysis is updated each year, following the last National Holstein Show of the season. Included are lists of Leading Sires, Leading Maternal Grandsires, and Leading Sire Stacks of National Show Winners. Each category features separate lists for heifers and cows, along with an overall list. In addition, viewers will find other interesting information, such as the average classification score for each class and historical data from previous years.

Holstein females who placed in the top three of their respective age class at a National Holstein Show in 2022 were included in the analysis. This year’s group of animals included 197 different Holstein heifers and 268 different Holstein cows.

Claiming the title of Overall Leading Sire for National Holstein Show winners this year is MR BLONDIN WARRIOR-RED-ET. He sired 40 daughters who placed in the top three of their classes and ranked number one on the heifer list, with a total of 35 heifers.

Taking the second spot on the Overall Leading Sire list with 30 daughters is WALNUTLAWN SIDEKICK. VAL-BISSON DOORMAN-ET was third on the list with 27 daughters sired and claimed the number one spot on the cow list, with 17 daughters.

VAL-BISSON DOORMAN-ET took the first-place position on the Overall Leading Maternal Grandsires list with 45 daughters and was first on the heifers list. BRAEDALE GOLDWYN and MAPLE-DOWNS-I G W ATWOOD-ET ranked second and third on the heifer list, respectively.

On the cow list, the top three spots were claimed by BRAEDALE GOLDWYN with 23 animals, MAPLE-DOWNS-I G W ATWOOD-ET, also with 23 animals, and VAL-BISSON DOORMAN-ET with 20.

Topping the Overall Leading Sire Stack in 2022 was the combination of SIDEKICK x DOORMAN with eight daughters placing in the top three of their classes at 2022 National Holstein Shows.

To view the complete Pedigree Analysis, check under the Popular Lists section on the Holstein Association USA homepage, or go directly to www.holsteinusa.com/shows/pedanalysis_show_winners.html.

Categories : Breed Association News

The American Milking Shorthorn Society and the Holstein Association USA are working together on a programme to classify multiple breeds.

Tuesday, December 13th, 2022

The American Milking Shorthorn Society (AMSS) is happy to announce that it will work with the Holstein Association USA (HAUSA) to evaluate Milking Shorthorn cattle all over the United States. The new Multi-Breed Classification (Holstein, Guernsey, and Milking Shorthorn) programme will be run by appraisers who have been trained by HAUSA. They will work with HAUSA staff and AMSS staff to make sure that as many Milking Shorthorn breeders as possible can classify cows on a regular basis.

Under the direction of the AMSS type and classification committee, training sessions for HAUSA classifiers will be set up this spring. In May of 2023, HAUSA classifiers will start giving scores to Milking Shorthorn herds. On the AMSS website in January, there will be a full calendar with sign-up dates and tour dates.

“We’re glad to be able to help the American Milking Shorthorn Society classify Milking Shorthorn cows. “This joint effort will help members of both the American Milking Shorthorn Society and the Holstein Association USA,” said John M. Meyer, CEO of HAUSA. AMSS President Marcia Clark said, “The AMSS Board of Directors are looking forward to working with HAUSA on a classification programme that they think will make it easier to score more Milking Shorthorns consistently.”

In January, the milkingshorthorn.com website will have a full multi-breed classification schedule and a linear traits brochure. Contact the AMSS or HAUSA to find out more.

Categories : Breed Association News

Vanvalley Epic Siiri Is 2022 BC Holstein Cow of the Year

Wednesday, December 7th, 2022

The BC Holstein Association has just made the announcement that Vanvalley Epic Siiri EX-90-2E-CAN 5* has been selected as the winner of the 2022 British Columbia Cow of the Year award. Siiri was the pinnacle of utility, and it all started with her breeding in Duncan, British Columbia, with Ben Van Boven and his family. She had a lifetime production of 173,875 litres of milk (383,325 lbs), with a top record of 17,105 kg 616 kg 3.6% f 482 kg 2.9%p in 365d days at 13-01 (37,710 M 1358 F 1063 P) and a BCA of 316-309-277. In addition, she had a top record of 17,105 kg 616 kg 3.6% f 482 kg 2.9%p in 365d days at 13-01

Her first baby was a boy, but after that, she gave birth to a total of 12 healthy female calves. Her nine daughters have all been categorised as Good Plus or better, with three receiving a score of VG-88 and two more receiving a score of VG-85. She still has two more heifers that need to give birth, and as her offspring continue to add lactations and categories, she should be eligible for additional brood cow stars.
At the moment, one third of the VanValley herd is made up of Siiri’s offspring. Congratulations to Ben and Margie VanBoven, as well as Matt and Darbi VanBoven, on winning the BC Cow of the Year competition for 2022!

The following cows were all finalists for the 2022 BC Cow of the Year award:
Lavender Shottle Rosey EX-91-5E-CAN 7* – Lavender Farms Ltd.
Marilyn Sunnyhome Shottle is the EX-91-5E-CAN 12* representative of Sunnyhome Farms.
Vanvalley Epic Siiri EX-90-2E-CAN 5* – Vanvalley Farm Ltd.
Willwikk Baxter Dottie EX-91-6E-CAN 3* – J. William Wikkerind Farms Ltd.

Categories : Breed Association News

Holstein Prefixes to be Released on December 31, 2022

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022

It’s become an annual tradition for Holstein USA – the year-end release of prefixes that have been unused for over 20 years. Allowing the reuse of old, unused prefixes gives new members an opportunity to reserve a prefix that fits them and their farm.

The following are conditions regarding prefixes, as dictated by Board of Directors policy:
• After being reviewed by the board of directors, prefixes that have not been used to name a Registered Holstein in more than 20 years will be available for reuse.
• A prefix may be released for reuse after less than 20 years with the consent or request of the proprietor.
• The board of directors reserves the right to permanently retire a prefix.
• The proprietor may request permanent retirement of their prefix for a $100 fee.

This year, approximately 1,230 prefixes are scheduled to be released. If you’re looking for inspiration, see the entire list here!

Categories : Breed Association News

How have calf registrations from the GB dairy herd changed over time?

Friday, November 18th, 2022

The composition of calves being produced from the GB dairy herd has changed substantially over the years, according to registration data from the British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS). We explore these figures in more detail, for GB Calf Week.

In 2021, 1.44 million calves were registered to dairy dams, according to BCMS figures. Out of this, 36% were “dairy females”, 14% were “dairy males”, with the remainder (50%) being “non-dairy” males and females (beef X dairy calves).

This picture has changed over the last decade. Since 2011, the number of dairy males and “non-dairy” animals being registered from the dairy herd have diverged significantly. Dairy male registrations have fallen by 44%, while the number of non-dairy animal registrations have risen by 59%. There has also been a small rise in the number of dairy female registrations (+10%). In total, birth registrations to dairy dams in GB have risen by 12% (155,000 head) between 2011 and 2021.

Chart showing trends in birth registrations to GB dairy dams 2011-2021

Over the same period, the dairy herd has grown slightly. Defra data shows that the UK herd expanded by 4% (76,000 head) between December 2011 and 2021. The herd grew relatively rapidly from 2013, peaking at just over 1.9 million head in December 2015. However, since then, numbers have been on a slight decline. In December 2021, the herd stood at 1.86 million, 3% lower than six years previous.

Chart showing trends in UK cow numbers 2011-2021

The change in calf registrations over time is reflective of advancements in breeding strategies and technology within the industry. AHDB survey data shows that the use of sexed semen has increased significantly in the last decade, making up 70.5% of all dairy semen sales in the 12 months to March 2022. In 2012, this was just 12.3%. Beef semen use has also gained popularity among dairy producers, with sales to the dairy herd making up 48% of total beef semen sales over the same period.

Categories : Breed Association News

Chief Executive Officer Appointed at Holstein UK Group

Monday, November 14th, 2022

The Holstein UK Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Melanie Harmitt as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.

Melanie joined Holstein UK in 2017 as Company Secretary and Chief Finance Officer. Her career before Holstein UK spanned a range of sectors and disciplines, with extensive experience in the operational aspect of businesses in particular the charity sector. She is a CIPFA qualified chartered accountant with 30 years accounting experience and specialist skills in public sector, education and charity accounting.

Over the past five years, Melanie and Sue Cope implemented a wide range of initiatives and processes to future-proof the group and take it forward. Melanie will oversee the management of the Holstein UK Group which includes the charity, Holstein UK, and two subsidiary companies, the Cattle Information Service (CIS) and the National Bovine Data Centre (NBDC). In addition to working with the management teams, Melanie will support the Board of Trustees to establish and deliver the five-year strategy to ensure Holstein UK Group are at the forefront of the dairy industry through the provision of products, services and advice that inform and support the industry.

Michael Smale, Chairman of Holstein UK, commented; “On behalf of the trustees we are delighted that Melanie accepted the position of CEO. Melanie’s experience of how the business operates and the charity sector is of tremendous importance to delivering efficiency, advancement, and competitiveness to the Holstein Group. The appointment continues the stability that has been brought to the group over the past five years and we are very confident that Melanie will deliver the strategic objectives.”

Melanie Harmitt, Chief Executive Officer, added; “I am proud that the trustees recognise the work that myself and Sue Cope delivered to take the group forward. I am honoured to have been given the opportunity to continue Sue’s legacy and look forward to delivering the objectives. I am passionate about aligning resources to deliver the best possible services for members and customers and encouraging working across all departments to provide a joined-up approach to service delivery.”

Categories : Breed Association News

Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal

Wednesday, November 9th, 2022

Date: Thursday, November 10th at 1:00pm 
Location: Toronto, ON.
Judge: Paul Trapp, WI
Associate Judge Mike Duckett, WI.

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BLONDIN RD UNSTOPABULL MAPLE
GRAND CHAMPION
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
KEVIN J DOEBERINER, WILLIAM H SCHILLING R & BF LIVESTOCK AND LINDSAY BOWEN, WEST SALEM, OH

Grand Champion: Blondin Rd Unstopabull Maple-Red (Unstopabull), 1st senior 3-year-old, R & F Livestock, William Schilling, Kevin Doeberiener and Lindsay Bowen of West Salem, OH
Reserve Grand Champion: Jacobs High Octane Babe (High Octane), 1st 5-year-old, Ferme Jacobs, Cap Sante, QC
HM Grand Champion: Oak-Ridge-K Gchip Turbo (Gold Chip), 1st 4-year-old, Milksource & Ransom-Rail Farms, Kaukauna, WI

JACOBS HIGH OCTANE BABE
Grand Champion Bred and Owned
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
FERME JACOBS INC, CAP SANTE, QC

Bred & Owned Champion: Jacobs High Octane Babe (High Octane), 1st 5-year-old, Ferme Jacobs, Cap Sante, QC
Reserve Bred & Owned Champion: Vinbert Kingboy Birdy (Kingboy), 1st Production Cow, Ferme Belgarde Inc, Ferme Silvercrest Inc, Ferme Vinbert Inc, Acton Vale, QC

ROSEMARY UNIX GOLDIE
Intermediate Champion – Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL

Intermediate Champion: Rosemary Unix Goldie (Unix), 1st fall 2-year-old, Jim Butler, Chebanse, IL
Reserve Intermediate Champion: Glenirvine Unix Sally (Unix), 2nd fall 2-year-old, Milksource, Kaukauna, WI
HM Intermediate Champion: Mosnang Unix Lipstick (Unix), 1st junior 3-year-old, Westcoast Holsteins, Chilliwack, BC

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KINGSWAY ALLIGATOR A TWIX
Junior Champion – Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, OSGOODE, ON

Summer Calf

Born on or after June 1st, 2022

BLONDIN LEGEND LINDA 1ST PLACE SUMMER CALF
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal FERME BLONDIN, HULLCREST HOLSTEINS, JEAN-PHILIPPE PROULX, JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, STEPHANE GENDREAU, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC

  1. BLONDIN LEGEND LINDA, HOCANF120941933
    Bred and Owned
    FERME BLONDIN, HULLCREST HOLSTEINS, JEAN-PHILIPPE PROULX, JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, STEPHANE GENDREAU, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  2. MAPEL WOOD DOORMAN TREASURE, HOCANF14357682
    GARY K. LINTVEDT, MATT LINTVEDT, BEN VERTHEIN, EDGERTON, WI
  3. PETITCLERC LAMBDA ADMIR, HOCANF121061981
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, MATT HAWBAKER, TENRIDGE CATTLE, ST. BASILE, QC
  4. KARNVIEW ALLIGATOR MAGIC, HOCANF14306278
    BAY HOLSTEINS, KARNVIEW FARMS INC, MAURANNE HEBERT, MURRAY SIDING, NS
  5. HOLLOWBROOK-I ANALYST BLEXY, HOCANF14341963
    JOEL PHOENIX, T & L CATTLE LTD, CANNINGTON, ON
  6. WINRIGHT CRUSHABULL ALDEAN, HOCANF14341970
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, WINCHESTER, ON
  7. JM VALLEY LAMBDA LYSANA, HOCANF120951801
    FRANK A. & DIANE BORBA, JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, MODESTO, CA
  8. BOISVERT ALLIGATOR CHARM, HOCANF120933182
    MICHEL & ALCIDE BOISVERT, L’AVENIR, QC
  9. KARNVIEW LAMBDA AUBURN, HOCANF14306279
    KARNVIEW FARMS INC, WOODSTOCK, ON
  10. PETITCLERC LAMBDA STAR, HOCANF121061976
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  11. WINRIGHT RD DOORMAN LACEY, HOCANF14341971
    STORY BOOK HOLSTEINS, OWEN SOUND, ON
  12. WINRIGHT ALTITUDE ECSTASY, HOCANF14341969
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, LUCKY HILL DAIRY LTD, WINCHESTER, ON
  13. JM VALLEY LAMBDA CELINE, HOCANF120951806
    FERME BLONDIN, JEAN-PHILIPPE PROULX, JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  14. DELCREEK TASTY TANG, HOCANF14355467
    DELCREEK HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  15. CLARKVALLEY UNIX MISSY, HOCANF14420303
    RONALD GRANDY, OSHAWA, ON
  16. DELCREEK SMACK DAT, HOCANF14355466
    DELCREEK HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  17. BARD LEGEND JOVANI, HOCANF121039900
    FERME BARD INC, STE. ANNE DE LA POCATIERE, QC
  18. WEEKSDALE UNSTOPABULL LEXI, HOCANF14397096
    WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, BREADALBANE, PE
  19. LEIGHSIDE RESPECT PINK WHITNEY, HOCANF14460564
    PATRICK & KATHLEEN CORRIGAN, RYAN CORRIGAN, FRANKFORD, ON
  20. KIRKLEA JORDY PISTACHIO, HOCANF14235650
    KIRKLEA HOLSTEINS
  21. KARNVIEW LAMBDA AMUSE, HOCANF14306280
    KARNVIEW FARMS INC, WOODSTOCK, ON
  22. EBYBROOK I DON’T KNOW, HOCANF13780203
    BREAMONT HOLSTEINS, EBYBROOK HOLSTEINS, TAVISTOCK, ON
  23. BARD LEGEND JOVINCI, HOCANF121039902
    FERME BARD INC, STE. ANNE DE LA POCATIERE, QC
  24. COBEQUID DIAMONDBACK AKON, HOCANF14283919
    WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, BREADALBANE, PE
  25. KENNEBEC ILUSTRATOR MONTECARLO, HOCANF120582485
    FERME SS KENNEBEC, SAINT-THÉOPHILE, QC
  26. COBEQUID MAX P SERENITY, HOCANF14283923
    COBEQUID HOLSTEINS, LOWER DEBERT, NS
  27. JM VALLEY SIDEKICK LOUVE, HOCANF120951807
    FRANK A. & DIANE BORBA, JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, RICHARD W. & SHANNON ALLYN, STEPHANE GENDREAU, MODESTO, CA

Spring Heifer

Born between March 1st, 2022 and May 31st, 2022

LOA-DE-MEDE LAMBDA DIXIE
1ST PLACE SPRING CALF
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
LOA-DE-MEDE FARMS LTD, OSHAWA, ON

  1. LOA-DE-MEDE LAMBDA DIXIE, HOCANF14134342
    Bred and Owned
    LOA-DE-MEDE FARMS LTD, OSHAWA, ON
  2. HODGLYNN ALLIGATOR HONEYPOT, HOCANF14156526
    AGRIBER SOCIETA AGRICOLA SRL, BECKRIDGE HOLSTEINS, OSCAR & ERIC DUPASQUIER, QUALITY HOLSTEINS
  3. HODGLYNN ALONGSIDE HEALER, HOCANF14156524
    Ferme Cerpolait, Saint-Aimé, QC
  4. PETITCLERC TATOO ALFONSO, HOCANF120830074
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  5. EBYBROOK ALLDAY LEMMY, HOCANF13780211
    CLARKVALLEY HOLSTEINS, PIERRE BOULET, WOODVILLE, ON
  6. DUHIBOU HANIKO FÉLICITA, HOCANF121022648
    VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, OSGOODE, ON
  7. CLARKVALLEY CERTIFIED WARRIOR, HOCANF14420283
    JIM BUTLER, CHEBANSE, IL
  8. DAPPLEVIEW STORM ARABELLA ET, HOCANF13978922
    JOEL PHOENIX, KAMINK FARMS LIMITED, MATTHEW FORESTELL, WERRHURST HOLSTEINS, CANNINGTON, ON
  9. CHAKELBURG MASTER SAWEETIE, HOCANF14425924
    CHAKELBURG HOLSTEINS, JEFF & CHELSEY STEPHENS, MILDMAY, ON
  10. JM VALLEY CRUSHTIME KIKI, HOCANF120951795
    JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, AMQUI, QC
  11. SMYGWATYS AFTER PARTY WARRIOR, HOCANF14249506
    HAMMING HOLSTEINS LTD, VERNON, BC
  12. REPA ALLIGATOR JENNIFER, HOCANF120904513
    VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, OSGOODE, ON
  13. WALNUTLAWN LAMBDA BRONWYN, HOCANF14379177
    FRANK MEISNER, TREETOP HOLSTEINS, WILMONT, ON
  14. PETITCLERC SIDEKICK ALAKAZAM, HOCANF120830071
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  15. MD-MAPLE-LAWN WAR BLUSH-ET, HO840F3254643605
    FRANK & DIANE BORBA, LOOKOUT HOLSTEINS, MIKE MALONEY, MODESTO, CA
  16. PETITCLERC LAMBDA ALBANY, HOCANF121061958
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, MARK E IAGER, MATT L & SARAH HAWBAKER, WILL IAGER, ST. BASILE, QC
  17. DUHIBOU IMPRESSION PANAMA, HOCANF121022646
    FERME DUHIBOU INC, ST. LAMBERT DE LAUZON, QC
  18. KNONAUDALE SASSY JAZZY, HOCANF13943507
    BAY HOLSTEINS, KNONAUDALE FARMS INC, MAURANNE HEBERT, MURRAY SIDING, NS
  19. LAFORSTAR MAY LIMITED-P, HOCANF120926147
    ALEXANDRE BEAUCHEMIN, FERME BEAUDOIN, LAFORCE HOLSTEIN INC, NORMLUCK HOLSTEIN, STE. PERPETUE, QC
  20. KIRKLEA K BURGUNDY BARREL, HOCANF14235638
    KIRKLEA HOLSTEINS, VERENA FARMS, DALKEITH, ON
  21. NEW GALMA SIDEKICK EDAIR 1878, HOCANF14316931
    NEW GALMA DAIRY, MT. ELGIN, ON
  22. CHAKELBURG THREE OF A KIND, HOCANF14425930
    WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, BREADALBANE, PE
  23. GARAY AWESOME BOOTY, HOCANF14355455
    DELCREEK HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  24. LEHOUX FUEL ABORDABLE, HOCANF120900672
    B. LEHOUX & FILS INC, ST. ELZEAR, QC
  25. DAPPLEDALE LEGAND ARLENE, HOCANF14291982
    DAPPLEDALE HOLSTEINS, JOEL PHOENIX, GREENBANK, ON
  26. GLENNHOLME LIMITED BULLSEYE, HOCANF14158680
    FLEURY HOLSTEIN, ISABELLE HOULE & FRANCIS BILODEAU, MARY INN HOLSTEIN, RAPHAEL CHABOT, SAINT-CHRISTOPHE-D’ARTHABASKA, QC
  27. BERITIN LAURIANA CHIEF, HOCANF120731115
    FERME BERICHEL & FILS 2007 INC, GUIGUES, QC
  28. KARNVIEW GUNSHOW CHIEF BRITANY, HOCANF14306255
    KARNVIEW FARMS INC, TYLER GUNBY, WOODSTOCK, ON
  29. DELCREEK KNOTTY KNICKERS, HOCANF14355457
    DELCREEK HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  30. FRAELAND BAROLO ROSETTA, HOCANF13757858
    KEATON PHOENIX, STANHOW HOLSTEINS, UXBRIDGE, ON
  31. TY-D UNIX PRICILLA, HOCANF120149111
    FERME JACOBS INC, JAYDEN DOIRON, JOHNY JACOBS, KILIAN THERAULAZ, RYAN DOIRON, TY-D HOLSTEINS, CAP SANTE, QC
  32. FARROW LUSTER-P ALLY, HOCANF14125299
    FAR-ROW HOLSTEINS, WOODVILLE, ON
  33. LEIGHSIDE ALTITUDE LEMONCELLO, HOCANF14460540
    BECKHOLM HOLSTEINS, SUNDERLAND, ON
  34. SHOWBROS MASTER LOTUS, 840003235524457
    Dylan Slack, Bethel, VT
  35. DUHIBOU AVENGER PIXA, HOCANF121022647
    TY-D HOLSTEINS, CAP SANTE, QC
  36. YORELLEA THUNDERSTORM ALOHA, HOCANF14242499
    YORELLEA FARMS, ST. EUGENE, ON
  37. SUNNYBLOOM ILLUSTRATOR DONNA, HOCANF14353285
    BLOOMFIELD FARMS LTD, ETHAN BLOOMFIELD, ILDERTON, ON
  38. CASSON BEEBROOK SWIPE RIGHT, HOCANF12848564
    BEEBROOK FARMS, CASSON HOLSTEINS, LONDON, ON
  39. BELFAST LAMBDA LOLA, HOCANF120793751
    BELFAST HOLSTEIN ENR, ST. PATRICE, QC
  40. PROVETAZ SIDEKICK GINGERBREAD, HOCANF120791304
    FERME JATON & GREMION ENRG, COMPTON, QC
  41. COBEQUID UNIX LIME, HOCANF14283896
    COBEQUID HOLSTEINS, LOWER DEBERT, NS
  42. BLUE-GENE K DOC KERRY, HO840F3250306377
    JAQUEMET HOLSTEINS, RAYMOND J. SMYGWATY, WINCHESTER, ON
  43. MS EATONHOLME UNIX LUNA-ET, HO840F3242788155
    FERME JACOBS INC, PIERRE BOULET, CAP SANTE, QC
  44. MAPLEVUE CHIEF LOOK AT ME, HOCANF13884038
    CAMERON BARKEY, MAPLEVUE FARMS, SAM JOHNSTON, SETH JOHNSTON, BLACKSTOCK, ON
  45. HODGLYNN AVENGER RUBY, HOCANF14156527
    PETDALE FARM, SELECT FARM & EXPORT SERVICES INC, DURHAM, ON
  46. PATIENCE LUSTER SUNSET, HOCANF14357672
    BECKHOLM HOLSTEINS, SUNDERLAND, ON
  47. EASTSIDE LEGEND BRIDGET, HOCANF14192905
    FERME BLONDIN, WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC

Winter Heifer

Born between December 1st, 2021 and February 28th, 2022

KARNVIEW HANIKO JULIET
1ST PLACE INTERMEDIATE CALF

Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
JIM BUTLER, CHEBANSE, IL

  1. KARNVIEW HANIKO JULIET, HOCANF14306236
    JIM BUTLER, CHEBANSE, IL
  2. KENTVILLE DOC VANCOUVER, HOCANF14293962
    JAQUEMET HOLSTEINS, JOSEPH ENRIGHT, RIVERDOWN HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  3. MS TANG DOORMAN ADEQUATE-ET, HO840F3239307350
    VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, DECORAH, IA
  4. LEHOUX VICTOR TOPAGE, HOCANF120900668
    Bred and Owned
    B. LEHOUX & FILS INC, ST. ELZEAR, QC
  5. PETITCLERC LAMBDA ARUBA, HOCANF120872369
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  6. KARNVIEW DOORMAN AMAZON, HOCANF14306239
    KARNVIEW FARMS INC, WOODSTOCK, ON
  7. EXTRAMILE LAS VEGAS TATOO, HOCANF14084895
    WESTCOAST HOLSTEINS, CHILLIWACK, BC
  8. LOA-DE-MEDE BAROLO JOAN, HOCANF14134334
    LOA-DE-MEDE FARMS LTD, OSHAWA, ON
  9. SMYGWATYS SIDEKICK AMARILLO, HOCANF14249498
    HARTHAVEN FARMS INC, MONTDALE HOLSTEINS, RAYMOND J. SMYGWATY, MORRISBURG, ON
  10. MS TANG ALL ABOUT THAT-ET, HO840F3239307382
    VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, OSGOODE, ON
  11. CERPOLAIT HANIKO VOLT, HOCANF120918740
    FERME CERPOLAIT S.E.N.C, ST. AIME, QC
  12. PETITCLERC LAMBDA ASKA, HOCANF120830065
    JIM BUTLER, CHEBANSE, IL
  13. BLONDIN LAMBDA ALYS, HOCANF120941798
    BLONDIN SIRES, FERME BLONDIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  14. JM VALLEY LAMBDA LYNA, HOCANF120951772
    JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, AMQUI, QC
  15. SMYGWATYS SIDEKICK RIBBON RAE, HOCANF14249496
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, WINCHESTER, ON
  16. QUALITY SIDEKICK LILYPAD, HOCANF14041352
    1st 4H – B+W
    AGRIBER SOCIETA AGRICOLA SRL, BECKRIDGE HOLSTEINS, FLORBIL FARMS LTD, OSCAR & ERIC DUPASQUIER, QUALITY HOLSTEINS
  17. CANHOPE UNSTOPABULL AFFECTION, HOCANF14296720
    CANHOPE HOLSTEINS, PALMERSTON, ON
  18. FARROW DENVER J LO, HOCANF14125290
    FAR-ROW HOLSTEINS, WOODVILLE, ON
  19. DANDYLAND SK LYNSEY LOU, HOCANF14183745
    DANDYLAND FARM, SCHOMBERG, ON
  20. JOEL YES GARY DENVER, HOCANF14250381
    MICHEL BEAULIEU, STE. ANNE DE PRESCOTT, ON
  21. JACOBS CHIEF VIVALDI, HOCANF120684461
    AXEL HOLSTEIN, FERME JACOBS INC, HONFLEUR, QC
  22. RIVERDOWN CHIEF DIRANGO, HOCANF14089487
    Bred and Owned
    JAQUEMET HOLSTEINS, KNONAUDALE FARMS INC, RIVERDOWN HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  23. CHERRY CREST VANVLEET, HOCANF13286811
    CHERRY CREST HOLSTEINS, MARTINTOWN, ON
  24. WINRIGHT SUNNYLODGE SK ERICA, HOCANF14045524
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, JAQUEMET HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  25. RIVERDOWN DROPKICK ADECADENT, HOCANF14089493
    PETDALE FARM, SELECT FARM & EXPORT SERVICES INC, DURHAM, ON
  26. PROBLAY ALLDAY PRUNA, HOCANF120782804
    FERME GILLES PROVENCHER INC, FERME RALSTON S.E.N.C, COATICOOK, QC
  27. EASTRIVER BAROLO LIFE 900, HOCANF14228196
    WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, BREADALBANE, PE
  28. KARNVIEW BAROLO REECES, HOCANF14306240
    KARNVIEW FARMS INC, WOODSTOCK, ON
  29. KNONAUDALE OREO BLIZZARD, HOCANF14235635
    KIRKLEA HOLSTEINS, KNONAUDALE FARMS INC, ROB HEFFERNAN, DALKEITH, ON
  30. VERTDOR AVENGER MOORES, HOCANF120478227
    FERME VERT D’OR INC, STE. HELENE, QC
  31. RIVERDOWN BAROLO ABROOKBY, HOCANF14089498
    3rd 4H – B+W
    CRATER FARM, HARTINGTON, ON
  32. VALE-O-SKENE PARADISE HAWAII, HOCANF13867403
    VALE-O-SKENE HOLSTEINS, LITTLE BRITAIN, ON
  33. MERRY MEADOWS LUSTER GABBY, HOCANF13704438
    DRENNAN FARMS LTD, JEREMY & KAITLYN KRESKY, DUNGANNON, ON
  34. TINBER LAMBDA LITCHI, HOCANF120618030
    PRIMETIME HOLSTEINS, DEROCHE, BC
  35. DIAMOND HILL DOOR, HOCANF14192897
    H. KEITH CHARLTON & CO, BRANTFORD, ON
  36. BELMORAL WAR LORDE, HOCANF14115959
    BELMORAL FARMS LTD, TEESWATER, ON
  37. DUHUIT TOTEM MARGOT, HOCANF120859728
    FERME DES MARCIL, FERME KAMLAKE, FERME MAGUY NORMANDIN INC, NORMANDIN, QC
  38. LAFORSTAR LEXUS ALLIGATOR, HOCANF120926141
    LAFORCE HOLSTEIN INC, ST. ELPHEGE, QC

Fall Heifer

Born between September 1st, 2021 and November 30th, 2021

REPA DRH ASHBY JENNIDREAM
1ST PLACE FALL HEIFER CALF

Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, OSGOODE, ON

  1. REPA DRH ASHBY JENNIDREAM, HOCANF111345691
    VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, OSGOODE, ON
  2. LORMARR LEA ALLEYOOP SWISH, HOCANF14228679
    DALTON J. FARIS, EAST GWILLIMBURY, ON
  3. HUGHES HILL UNSTOPABULL HOPE, HOCANF13112021
    COBEQUID HOLSTEINS, LOWER DEBERT, NS
  4. REYNCREST D LESS IS MORE-ET, 840003239307169
    Bred and Owned
    REYNCREST FARMS INC.
  5. LAFORSTAR FANTASTIC DENVER, HOCANF120926127
    EATON HOLSTEINS, STEVE MORRILL & JACK ZEH, SYRACUSE, NY
  6. WINRIGHT SOLOMON WINTER, HOCANF14102117
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, WINCHESTER, ON
  7. PLEASANTVIEW MASTER DANELLE, HOCANF13027910
    ADAM CLARK, CLARKVALLEY HOLSTEINS, COLIN & KAREN LEACH, BEAVERTON, ON
  8. SUNKIST-EDONK WAR BLACKOUT, HO840F3220463509
    WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, BREADALBANE, PE
  9. BELMORAL DOC NIGHTFALL, HOCANF14115950
    FRANK MEISNER, JOREN HOLSTEINS, TARTEN INN HOLSTEINS, WILMONT, ON
  10. REPA MARICO JENNY LOVE TATTOO, HOCANF120784620
    MARCO RODRIGUE & MARIE-CLAUDE MARCOUX, MELANIE PARENTEAU, SAINT-SIMON-LES-MINES, QC
  11. KARNVIEW MIRAND FATALITY, HOCANF14020154
    KARNVIEW FARMS INC, WOODSTOCK, ON
  12. KINGSWAY CRUSHABULL LOLA, HOCANF13694491
    3AMIGOS HOLSTEINS, AYTON, ON
  13. WINRIGHT DOORMAN EMERY, HOCANF14102113
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, WINCHESTER, ON
  14. FRAELAND DYNASTY ASHBY BONNET, HOCANF13757831
    KNONAUDALE FARMS INC, CRYSLER, ON
  15. MS DOORMAN KISS ME ET, 840003231442939
    Interstate Heifer Care, Maryland, MD
  16. TRENT VALLEY DOORMAN TOPSY, HOCANF13847172
    KINGSWAY FARMS, TRENT VALLEY HOLSTEINS, HASTINGS, ON
  17. KAROLSTEIN CAMERISE CHIEF, HOCANF120452606
    WADELAND DAIRY, NORTH OGDEN, UT
  18. JACOBS LAMBDA ATLAS, HOCANF120600994
    MUTSUKO KUME & SHINGO IMAMURA, CAP SANTE, QC
  19. DUHIBOU ALLIGATOR FLYRA, HOCANF120878025
    FERME DUHIBOU INC, ST. LAMBERT DE LAUZON, QC
  20. JM VALLEY LAMBDA LITTLE, HOCANF120922793
    FRANK A. & DIANE BORBA, JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, RICHARD W. & SHANNON ALLYN, STEPHANE GENDREAU, MODESTO, CA
  21. RIVERDOWN CHIEF DIAMOND, HOCANF14089460
    CHRIS & JENNIFER HILL, FERME FORTALE HOLSTEIN INC, FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, THURMONT, MD
  22. PETITCLERC UNIX AUBAINE, HOCANF120872334
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  23. CANHOPE MASTER BRIANNA, HOCANF14112669
    1st 4H – B+W
    CANHOPE HOLSTEINS, PALMERSTON, ON
  24. BLONDIN GOLDWYN HONEY, HOCANF120826683
    ALICIA, JUSTIN & MARTIN VERONNEAU, FERME ROUGETTE INC., SAINT-APOLLINAIRE, QC
  25. WATDALE ASHBY BOOM LOU, HOCANF14171491
    JASON WATKE, HANOVER, ON
  26. CANHOPE MASTER LYRIC, HOCANF14112668
    CANHOPE HOLSTEINS, PALMERSTON, ON
  27. HARVESTACRE HILLRISE SPACE JAM, HOCANF120757273
    ANDREW & JOEL MCOUAT, HILLRISE HOLSTEINS, ST. ANDRE D’ARGENTEUIL, QC
  28. MS-AOL REALIST-RED-ET, HO840F3233647039
    ALLARWAY HOLSTEINS, SUNNY TERRACE HOLSTEINS, BRANTFORD, ON
  29. KARNVIEW RED ROCKET P, HOCANF14306234
    UP-RIDGE HOLSTEINS, EMBRO, ON
  30. MS MAPLESIDE DENVER CAMILLE, 840003231463077
    Dylan Slack, Bethel, VT
  31. KNONAUDALE MUDBEE, HOCANF13943480
    BREAMONT HOLSTEINS, KEVIN D. WILLIAMS, TAVISTOCK, ON
  32. RIVERDOWN DOORMAN JIGGAJOYOUS, HOCANF14089456
    FERME MONGRAIN & ASSOCIES, RIVERDOWN HOLSTEINS, SAINT-ANSELME, QC
  33. VALE-O-SKENE AFLAME ELENA, HOCANF13867400
    VALE-O-SKENE HOLSTEINS, LITTLE BRITAIN, ON
  34. HANALEE RANDALL DECLAN, HOCANF14096102
    JIM PHOENIX, JOEL PHOENIX, KEATON PHOENIX, CANNINGTON, ON
  35. MILIBRO MIRAND LAURANCE, HOCANF120807517
    FERME MILIBRO INC, LAURENT BROCHU, TINGWICK, QC
  36. BELFAST LEGEND LYSA, HOCANF120793694
    BELFAST HOLSTEIN ENR, MARY INN HOLSTEIN, ST. PATRICE, QC
  37. CHERRY CREST WOODEN LEGGED PIG, HOCANF13286805
    CHERRY CREST HOLSTEINS, MARTINTOWN, ON
  38. KIRKLEA KINGDOC REIGN, HOCANF14235627
    KIRKLEA HOLSTEINS, DALKEITH, ON
  39. JACOBS BAROLO CARRY, HOCANF120600977
    FERME JACOBS INC, CAP SANTE, QC
  40. CRACKHOLM LAMBDA LIVE IT UP, HOCANF120595732
    SAVANNAH & KOLTON CRACK, RICHMOND, QC
  41. COBEQUID C.R. BEAUTIFUL CRAZY, HOCANF14283877
    COBEQUID HOLSTEINS, LOWER DEBERT, NS
  42. KIRKLEA UNSTOPABULL REPLICA, HOCANF13910187
    KIRKLEA HOLSTEINS, DALKEITH, ON
  43. SWEETVIEW IMPRESSION GUSH, HOCANF120664945
    SWEETVIEW HOLSTEIN, AYER’S CLIFF, QC
  44. MERRY MEADOWS LUSTER COHEN, HOCANF13704437
    DRENNAN FARMS LTD, DUNGANNON, ON

Summer Yearling

Born between June 1st, 2021 and August 31st, 2021

COBEQUID TATTOO RIDDLES
1ST PLACE SUMMER YEARLING
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
R & F LIVESTOCK INC, CUDWORTH, SK

  1. COBEQUID TATTOO RIDDLES, HOCANF13810907
    R & F LIVESTOCK INC, CUDWORTH, SK
  2. GO-SHO REMEDYS REMINISCE-ET, 840003234287721
    Bred and Owned
    Go-Sho Cattle Co, Whitewater, WI
  3. MILKSOURCE TSTRM TANBARK-ET, HO840F3203772835
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, RIVERDOWN HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  4. JUNIPER UNIX DAVINA, 840003220930282
    Juniper Farm Inc, Gray, ME
  5. PETITCLERC LAMBDA BILBO, HOCANF120647838
    FERME FORTALE HOLSTEIN INC, FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, TENRIDGE CATTLE, SAINT-CHRISTOPHE-D’ARTHABASKA, QC
  6. KARNVIEW GENIE ROZELLA, HOCANF14020129
    RONALD GRANDY, OSHAWA, ON
  7. BORDERVIEW SUMRFEST RUTH-ET, 840003220099792
    Parallel Genetics, East Garafraxa, ON
  8. WINRIGHT CRUSHABULL EMBERLEE, HOCANF14102093
    FERME BLONDIN, JEAN-PHILIPPE PROULX, JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, STEPHANE GENDREAU, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  9. MILKSOURCE TSTRUCK ACTRESS, 840003203772849
    MILK SOURCE LLC, KAUKAUNA, WI
  10. WENDON LAMBDA DION, HOCANF13911923
    FERME JACOBS INC, SHEILA SUNDBORG, CAP SANTE, QC
  11. WILSONBURG ASHBY CROCKER, HOCANF14123878
    BECKHOLM HOLSTEINS, KINGSWAY FARMS, WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, SUNDERLAND, ON
  12. LUNCREST DOC LIME-2386-ET, 3230002917
    K DOEBERIENER, L BOWEN & CLARKVALLEY
  13. JM VALLEY RESPECT KARO, HOCANF120797843
    JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, AMQUI, QC
  14. T-TRIPLE-T PRODIGY-ET, HO840F3208432642
    FRANK MEISNER, JOREN HOLSTEINS, TARTEN INN HOLSTEINS, WILMONT, ON
  15. MILLEN ALEAH LAMBDA AMARETTO, HOCANF14005024
    ALEAH FARMS LTD, MILLEN FARMS, BEAVERTON, ON
  16. KIRKLEA MASTER BLACKBERRY, HOCANF13910186
    KIRKLEA HOLSTEINS, DALKEITH, ON
  17. THIERRY RESPECT BIANKA, HOCANF120627712
    THIERRY HOLSTEIN, HEBERTVILLE STATION, QC
  18. EVERGROW ALONGSIDE GAMBLER, HOCANF14050346
    DELCREEK HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  19. BECKHOLM J WHITLEY, HOCANF14135450
    BECKHOLM HOLSTEINS, SUNDERLAND, ON
  20. JACOBS CHIEF LISANA, HOCANF120600916
    FERME CERPOLAIT S.E.N.C, FERME VERT D’OR INC, ST. AIME, QC
  21. PHOENIXHOLM BRAVE STEPHANIE, HOCANF14094133
    CARL PHOENIX & FAMILY, SUNDERLAND, ON
  22. BLONDIN STARS ANGELIKA, HOCANF120689327
    BLONDIN SIRES, FERME BLONDIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  23. ELIANE MILANO MOLLY, HOCANF120354045
    ANDRE DION, LÉVIS, QC
  24. BOSDALE LAMBDA LUSTERIA, HOCANF14146241
    BOSDALE FARMS INC, RHETT TERPSTRA, CAMBRIDGE, ON
  25. KINGSWAY ALLIGATOR APPETIZER, HOCANF13694472
    KINGSWAY FARMS, TRENT VALLEY HOLSTEINS, HASTINGS, ON
  26. GLENNHOLME INK MASTER, HOCANF14158650
    GLENNHOLME HOLSTEINS, SANDY CREST HOLSTEINS, CARP, ON
  27. CEDARHOLME MASTER MELANIE, HOCANF14157203
    MARKAY HOLSTEINS, EAST GARAFRAXA, ON
  28. RIVERDOWN DROPKICK AMELANIE, HOCANF14089452
    RIVERDOWN HOLSTEINS, METCALFE, ON
  29. VALE-O-SKENE DIAMONDBACK JAYLA, HOCANF13867398
    CLAREMOUNT HOLSTEINS, GARY TROUP, VALE-O-SKENE HOLSTEINS, STRATFORD, ON
  30. CERPOLAIT LAMBDA ARMIA, HOCANF120441972
    FERME JACOBS INC, CAP SANTE, QC
  31. WINRIGHT JORDY COCO, HOCANF14102098
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, JAQUEMET HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  32. MARTINCLERC MAMAMYA LEGEND, HOCANF120717643
    ALEXANDRE BEAUCHEMIN, CHRISTIAN ROBERGE, FERME MILIBRO INC, MARTIN BRETON & CLAIRE BEAUDOIN, STE. PERPETUE, QC
  33. BARD RUBICON JOLLANA, HOCANF120528663
    FERME BARD INC, STE. ANNE DE LA POCATIERE, QC
  34. KAYMANOR JACKSONVILLE JAGUAR, HOCANF13868633
    BECKRIDGE HOLSTEINS, KESWICK, ON
  35. WINRIGHT CRUSHABULL ADELAIDE, HOCANF14102091
    BEST NORD HOLSTEIN, FERME BEAUDOIN, NORMLUCK HOLSTEIN, SAINT-CESAIRE, QC
  36. QUALITY LUSTER BARB, HOCANF14041309
    HOLYWELL HOLSTEINS, GRAND VALLEY, ON
  37. WALNUTLAWN JAGGER BLISS, HOCANF13908601
    WALNUTLAWN FARMS LIMITED, TAVISTOCK, ON
  38. PETITCLERC LAMBDA BLACKY, HOCANF120647858
    FERME JACOBS INC, CAP SANTE, QC
  39. BLANHAVEN SUCCESS ALEXUS, HOCANF13940622
    BLANHAVEN FARMS LTD, DURHAM, ON

Winter Yearling

Born between December 1st, 2020 and February 28th, 2021

KINGSWAY ALLIGATOR A TWIX
1ST PLACE WINTER YEARLING
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, OSGOODE, ON

  1. KINGSWAY ALLIGATOR A TWIX, HOCANF13694406
    VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, OSGOODE, ON
  2. MS THUNDERSTORM ETERNITY-ET, 840003203772802
    LA FEMME FATALE SYNDICATE
  3. RIVERDOWN SIDEKICK ABRITTANY, HOCANF13422861
    Bred and Owned
    RIVERDOWN HOLSTEINS, METCALFE, ON
  4. BECKRIDGE LASVEGAS MIRAGE, HOCANF13888611
    AGRIBER SOCIETA AGRICOLA SRL, BECKRIDGE HOLSTEINS, QUALITY HOLSTEINS
  5. KINGSWAY DENVER GEORGE, HOCANF13694416
    KINGSWAY FARMS, HASTINGS, ON
  6. SALEM DENVER FRANGELICA, HOCANF13908141
    JOHN W. BUCKLEY, LOUBEL HOLSTEINS INC, LINDSAY, ON
  7. KARNVIEW DENVER APRICOT, HOCANF13716084
    KARNVIEW FARMS INC, WOODSTOCK, ON
  8. PETITCLERC LAMBDA SWEETIE, HOCANF120647813
    FERME FORTALE HOLSTEIN INC, FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, SAINT-CHRISTOPHE-D’ARTHABASKA, QC
  9. VELTHUIS DOORMAN FANTA, HOCANF13848140
    VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, OSGOODE, ON
  10. MILLEN DOORMAN ARUGULA, HOCANF14004980
    MILLEN FARMS, OMEMEE, ON
  11. WINRIGHT DOORMAN EXPLOSIVE, HOCANF13828573
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, JAQUEMET HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  12. RIVERDOWN KINGDOC ASHLEY, HOCANF13422862
    3AMIGOS HOLSTEINS, AYTON, ON
  13. MS HAVE YOU HEARD-ET, HO840F3230189411
    CHERRYRIDGE FARMS, BRANTFORD, ON
  14. PETITCLERC DENVER ARRIANA, HOCANF120422731
    CEDARLANE FARM, FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, OLDWICK, NJ
  15. CANHOPE DIAMONDBACK KARMA, HOCANF13838742
    CANHOPE HOLSTEINS, PALMERSTON, ON
  16. HEATHER HOLME DOORMAN MADGE, HOCANF13890591
    GLEN & CURTIS MCNEIL, GODERICH, ON
  17. PERSIL BEAUTÉ TATOO, HOCANF120243512
    FERME PERSIL 2011 (9249-2727 QC INC), RIVIERE DU LOUP, QC
  18. GLAUSTAR PANAMA STORM, HOCANF13931814
    TWO-TO-TANGO FARMS INC, SPENCERVILLE, ON
  19. PETITCLERC LAMBDA BIDOU, HOCANF120647810
    MACKENZIE MORBROOK, SPENCERVILLE, ON

Junior Exhibitor

  1. VELTHUIS FARMS LTD
    OSGOODE, ON
  2. FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC
    ST. BASILE, QC
  3. JIM BUTLER
    CHEBANSE, IL

Junior Breeder

  1. KARNVIEW FARMS INC (KARNVIEW)
    WOODSTOCK, ON
  2. FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC (PETITCLERC)
    ST. BASILE, QC
  3. KINGSWAY FARMS (KINGSWAY)
    HASTINGS, ON
  4. KENTVILLE HOLSTEINS (KENTVILLE)
    MELANCTHON, ON
  5. HODGLYNN HOLSTEINS / AUSTIN HODGINS (HODGLYNN)
    KINCARDINE, ON

Premier Sire (junior)

  1. FARNEAR DELTA-LAMBDA-ET
  2. HOCANM107281711
  3. HO840M3128769279

Winter Yearling in Milk

Born between December 1st, 2020 and February 28th, 2021

DAPPLEDALE DATELINE FLINT
1ST PLACE WINTER YEARLING IN MILK
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
R & F LIVESTOCK INC, CUDWORTH, SK

  1. DAPPLEDALE DATELINE FLINT, HOCANF13662647
    Best Udder
    R & F LIVESTOCK INC, CUDWORTH, SK
  2. HODGLYNN UNIX DIOR, HOCANF13742720
    CRACKHOLM HOLSTEINS, FERME JACOBS INC, RICHMOND, QC
  3. JACOBS LAMBDA LASSY, HOCANF120262395
    KENTVILLE HOLSTEINS, T & L CATTLE LTD, MELANCTHON, ON
  4. BRENLAND SIDEKICK DELANEY, HOCANF13044108
    Bred and Owned
    BRENLAND HOLSTEINS, MILLBANK, ON
  5. PETITCLERC IMPRESSION ASTORIA, HOCANF120647817
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  6. PETITCLERC IMPRESSION ALIOTH, HOCANF120647819
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  7. WALKERBRAE PHARO BONITA, HOCANF13836448
    CRASDALE FARMS, WALKERBRAE FARMS, HUNTER RIVER, PE
  8. MILIBRO MASTER ROYALE, HOCANF120590931
    EMILE PAQUETTE, FERME MILIBRO INC, LOUISE BLANCHET, MATHIEU BLANCHET, ST. ALEXIS DE MONTCALM, QC
  9. WEEKSDALE DIAMOND HILL ASSET, HOCANF13842548
    FERME YVON SICARD, PIERRE BOULET, SAINT-JUSTIN, QC
  10. JACOBS UNIX BRITAL, HOCANF120262381
    JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, LONDON DAIRY FARMS, PAT CONROY, AMQUI, QC
  11. WINRIGHT DOORMAN ELMO, HOCANF13828570
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, FRANK & DIANNE BORBA, JAQUEMET HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  12. INTENSE DEVOUR GORGEOUS, HOCANF120551205
    FERME INTENSE INC, PIERRE BOULET, SAINTE-BRIGITTE-DES-SAULTS, QC

Fall Yearling in Milk

Born between September 1st, 2020 and November 30th, 2020

MABEL HANDSOME ALLELUIA
1ST PLACE FALL YEARLING IN MILK
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL

  1. MABEL HANDSOME ALLELUIA, HOCANF120452229
    Best Udder
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  2. SMYGWATYS ALLIGATOR RAINDROP, HOCANF13731437
    ELMVUE FARM, JOHNSTOWN, NY
  3. JACOBS ALLIGATOR LORELLA, HOCANF120262343
    Bred and Owned
    FERME GILLETTE INC, FERME JACOBS INC, T-WAVE HOLSTEINS, EMBRUN, ON
  4. MILE VIEW SHELLEY OF HELMCREST, HOCANF13855740
    CHAD RYAN, T & L CATTLE LTD, FOND DU LAC, WI
  5. KOZAK WARRIOR BOMBSHELL RED, HOCANF13880070
    R & F LIVESTOCK INC, WILLIAM H SCHILLING, CUDWORTH, SK
  6. MOSNANG BRIDGESTONE LIVE WIRE, HOCANF13869156
    WESTCOAST HOLSTEINS, CHILLIWACK, BC
  7. ZESSEN UNSTOPABULL NATIVITY, HOCANF13574034
    CRACKHOLM HOLSTEINS, FERME JACOBS INC, RICHMOND, QC
  8. BENBIE BRIDGESTONE COCO, HOCANF13801453
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  9. LUNCREST AUSPICIOUS-2250-ET, HO840F3215225833
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  10. RIGO ALLIGATOR SYLVESTER, HOCANF120529208
    ERIC RICHARD & SHANNON FULLINGTON, YVON RICHARD & FILS INC, SAINT-BASILE, QC
  11. GLEANN AVALANCHE GAEL, HOCANF13862308
    RONALD GRANDY, OSHAWA, ON
  12. EIXDALE PWRUP ALONGSIDE, HOCANF13654038
    ANDREW DEN HAAN, PLUM VALLEY HOLSTEINS, FERGUS, ON
  13. LAFORSTAR LEONE MASTER, HOCANF120081929
    BLONDIN SIRES, FERME BLONDIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  14. QUALITY LUSTER FLINN, HOCANF13765080
    QUALITY HOLSTEINS, VAUGHAN, ON
  15. WINRIGHT UNIX GEORGETTE, HOCANF13828560
    DAVID R. DYMENT, DUNDAS, ON
  16. PIERSTEIN DEVOUR ROSHA, HOCANF120446696
    PIERRE BOULET, MONTMAGNY, QC
  17. PIERSTEIN DEVOUR ALOUANNIE, HOCANF120564447
    PIERRE BOULET, MONTMAGNY, QC
  18. JM VALLEY CHIEF LYZA, HOCANF120317108
    FRANK A. & DIANE BORBA, JM VALLEY HOLSTEIN, MODESTO, CA
  19. MILIBRO UNIX PRINCESSE, HOCANF120298037
    GRANT VOSTERS, MILK SOURCE LLC, RANSOM RAIL FARMS INC, DORCHESTER, WI
  20. ALLSTAR CHIEF AMBELLE, HOCANF120343163
    ALLSTAR GEN, PRINCEVILLE, QC
  21. JOLIBOIS BAMBI ALLIGATOR, HOCANF120500765
    FERME ROLANDALE ENR, ST. FLAVIEN, QC
  22. PETITCLERC SIDEKICK ARSENIC, HOCANF120422700
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, FRANK A. & DIANE BORBA, JAQUEMET HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  23. BESLEA UNIX CARRERA, HOCANF13452133
    BESLEA FARMS LTD, YARKER, ON

Summer 2 Year Old

Born between June 1st, 2020 and August 31st, 2020

RED OAK SWIFT JACKIE
1ST PLACE SUMMER JUNIOR TWO YEAR OLD
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
BRIAN CARSCADDEN, FERME BLONDIN, HODGLYNN HOLSTEINS, MATTHEW FORESTELL, TRENTWARD FARMS, MOFFAT, ON

  1. KAMPS-RX APPLEB AVERY-ET, 3147705353
    Best Udder
    ELMVUE, JOHNSTOWN, NY
  2. KIKO DISCJOCKEY LAYLA 1830, HO840F3211871481
    CRACKHOLM HOLSTEINS, FERME JACOBS INC, RICHMOND, QC
  3. SIGNATURE UNIX ALINA, HOCANF13082801
    KINGSWAY FARMS, VELTHUIS FARMS LTD, HASTINGS, ON
  4. HILROSE MOOVIN ADELINA-RED, HO840F3204898116
    JIM & JOEL PHONIX & MCCALLUM FARMS, UXBRIDGE, ON
  5. ELEGANCE MIRAND AMAZON, HOCANF120328024
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  6. LEHOUX ALLIGATOR MARISOL, HOCANF120139525
    FERME BLONDIN, JEAN-PHILIPPE PROULX, YVON CHABOT, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  7. DOUBLE-G FIRECRACKER SAM, HOCANF120133168
    PIERRE BOULET, MONTMAGNY, QC
  8. WELANE FUEL CARROT, HOCANF13885716
    3RIDGE FARMS, HEIBEIN HOLSTEINS, OWEN SOUND, ON
  9. LUCKY SIDEKICK GOLDEN GIRL, HOCANF13717743
    R & F LIVESTOCK INC, ROCKYMOUNTAIN HOLSTEINS, CUDWORTH, SK
  10. KOZAK ALLIGATOR ERICA, HOCANF13750984
    MOSNANG HOLSTEINS LTD, STANHOPE DAIRY FARM LTD, WEDGWOOD HOLSTEINS, RIMBEY, AB
  11. RED-BRAE JORDY THIERRY, HO840F3224244128
    WESTCOAST HOLSTEINS, CHILLIWACK, BC
  12. JACOBS LAUTRUST BRAINY, HOCANF120262262
    BLONDIN SIRES, FERME BLONDIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  13. BONACCUEIL CHITA SIDEKICK, HOCANF120131826
    Bred and Owned
    A. & R. BOULET INC, ST. FRANCOIS, QC
  14. DAPPLEVIEW TATOO ELLA, HOCANF11066227
    JOEL PHOENIX, JUNIPER FARM INC, CANNINGTON, ON
  15. PETITCLERC KING DOC ALCATRAZ, HOCANF120335691
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  16. HENDERCROFT UNIX FUZZY, HOCANF13320580
    HERBERT HENDERSON, ASHTON, ON
  17. FRAELAND DUMBLEDORE LAS VEGAS, HOCANF13757754
    FRAELAND FARMS, FERGUS, ON
  18. MARKVALE DROPKICK VIENNA, HOCANF13684057
    MARKVALE HOLSTEINS, BEACHVILLE, ON

Spring 2 Year Old

Born between March 1st, 2020 and May 31st, 2020

  1. RED OAK SWIFT JACKIE, HOCANF13673189
    Best Udder
    BRIAN CARSCADDEN, FERME BLONDIN, HODGLYNN HOLSTEINS, MATTHEW FORESTELL, TRENTWARD FARMS, MOFFAT, ON
  2. TOLAMIKA DIAMONDBACK BLAINE, HOCANF13580857
    BLONDIN SIRES, FERME BLONDIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  3. SANDYRAE SIDEKICK INTRIGUE, HOCANF13581801
    FERME YVON SICARD, PIERRE BOULET, SAINT-JUSTIN, QC
  4. CLARKES DEMPSEY LINK, HOCANF13605207
    FERME YVON SICARD, PIERRE BOULET, SAINT-JUSTIN, QC
  5. BELCHER MASTER AGGIE, HOCANF13516497
    FERME RALSTON S.E.N.C, COMPTON, QC
  6. WINRIGHT SIDEKICK SAFARI, HOCANF13733052
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  7. TAG UNIX WOUNDUP, HOUSAF145012854
    R & F LIVESTOCK INC, CUDWORTH, SK
  8. ALLSTAR LAMBDA ANGELIKA, HOCANF120343158
    Bred and Owned
    ALLSTAR GEN, PRINCEVILLE, QC
  9. WINRIGHT UNIX EZRA, HOCANF13733054
    COBEQUID HOLSTEINS, LOWER DEBERT, NS
  10. GENDARRA UNIX RIGGINS, HOCANF13920433
    GENDARRA FARM, MONTDALE HOLSTEINS, BAILIEBORO, ON

 

Winter 2 Year Old

Born between December 1st, 2019 and February 29th, 2020

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  1. C V F KING DOC SUNSET, HOCANF13267436
    Best Udder
    DALTON J. FARIS, EAST GWILLIMBURY, ON
  2. DESNETTE CHERRY LAMBDA, HOCANF111619503
    FERME FORTALE HOLSTEIN INC, FERME INTENSE INC, SAINT-CHRISTOPHE-D’ARTHABASKA, QC
  3. HOWARD-VIEW CRSBUL DISCODANCER, HOCANF13286160
    Bred and Owned
    HOWARD-HAVEN HOLSTEINS, HOWARD-VIEW HOLSTEINS, BURGESSVILLE, ON
  4. BERAUTEC SIDECKIK FAMEUSE, HOCANF120160362
    FERME RALSTON S.E.N.C, COMPTON, QC
  5. BLAYJOY DOUGLAS AMINA, HOCANF13474045
    ADAM CLARKE, FERME YVON SICARD, WOODVILLE, ON
  6. ALTONA LEA CRUSHABULL AGGIE, HOCANF13404008
    FRANK BARKEY & FAMILY, BLACKSTOCK, ON
  7. MIL-EN-ROY CHIEF KARINA, HOCANF13437012
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC

Fall 2 Year Old

Born between September 1st, 2019 and November 30th, 2019

ROSEMARY UNIX GOLDIE
1ST PLACE FALL TWO YEAR OLD
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL

  1. ROSEMARY UNIX GOLDIE, HOCANF111391201
    Best Udder
    Intermediate Champion
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  2. GLENIRVINE UNIX SALLY, HOCANF11973914
    Intermediate Champion – Reserve
    MILK SOURCE LLC, KAUKAUNA, WI
  3. RAYPIEN UNIX ADELE, HOCANF120191551
    AGRIBER SOCIETA AGRICOLA SRL, BECKRIDGE HOLSTEINS, QUALITY HOLSTEINS
  4. BUDJON-VAIL UB SKITTLES-RED, HO840F3205758182
    BLONDIN SIRES, FERME BLONDIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  5. SWEETVIEW DOUGLAS HIT ME, HOCANF120119180
    FERME FORTALE HOLSTEIN INC, FERME JACOBS INC, SAINT-CHRISTOPHE-D’ARTHABASKA, QC
  6. SCO-LO DEVOUR FOXIE-ET, HO840F3200856298
    HODGLYNN HOLSTEINS, KINGSWAY FARMS, KINCARDINE, ON
  7. JACOBS UNIX TIMBER, HOCANF111345634
    BEST NORD HOLSTEIN, FERME BEAUDOIN, SAINT-CESAIRE, QC
  8. D-RAY SEABISCUIT BÉATRICE, HOCANF120031899
    Bred and Owned
    D-RAY HOLSTEIN, FERME MILIBRO INC, FREDERIC DUBOIS, VICTORIAVILLE, QC
  9. SHARMAPLE UNIX SPLASH, HOCANF13528205
    BREAMONT HOLSTEINS, MARTHAVEN HOLSTEINS, TAVISTOCK, ON
  10. PIERSTEIN EXPENDER ZOOLANDER, HOCANF120097121
    PIERRE BOULET, MONTMAGNY, QC
  11. GOLDENFLO T STORM TIPTOE, HOCANF13603119
    MACBEATH FARMS LTD, MARSHFIELD, PE
  12. DANDYLAND APPLE KRISP LOCKLYNN, HOCANF13305003
    DANDYLAND FARM, QUALITY HOLSTEINS, SCHOMBERG, ON
  13. KIRKLEA SIDEKICK SUNBEAM, HOCANF13422066
    KIRKLEA HOLSTEINS, TRENT VALLEY HOLSTEINS, DALKEITH, ON
  14. SICY SIDEKICK ALIE, HOCANF120184164
    FERME YVON SICARD, SAINT-JUSTIN, QC
  15. RYLA SOLOMON CORA, HOCANF13563133
    JIM PHOENIX, JOEL PHOENIX, VALE-O-SKENE HOLSTEINS, CANNINGTON, ON
  16. BLONDIN MIRAND FANTOM, HOCANF120036028
    FERME LOLISEE, CHATHAM, QC
  17. RADIANT MIDNIGHT ALABAMA, HOCANF13481320
    RADIANT HOLSTEINS, KINGSTON, PE
  18. SAVAGE-LEIGH DEVOUR BRITT, 840003148033852
    KENDALL WELSH & CHIP SAVAGE
  19. PETITCLERC UNIX SHINY, HOCANF120058857
    FERME JEAN-PAUL PETITCLERC & FILS INC, ST. BASILE, QC
  20. SWEETVIEW UNIX ARIANNA, HOCANF120119182
    LONDON DAIRY FARMS, SWEETVIEW HOLSTEIN, LONDON, ON

Junior 3 Year Old

Born between March 1st, 2019 and August 31st, 2019

MOSNANG UNIX LIPSTICK
1ST PLACE JUNIOR THREE YEAR OLD
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
WESTCOAST HOLSTEINS, CHILLIWACK, BC

  1. MOSNANG UNIX LIPSTICK, HOCANF13253432
    Intermediate Champion – Honourable Mention
    WESTCOAST HOLSTEINS, CHILLIWACK, BC
  2. PIERSTEIN DEMPSEY LEXI, HOCANF111576885
    Best Udder
    Bred and Owned
    PIERRE BOULET, MONTMAGNY, QC
  3. CRESTOMERE SIDEKICK VALKYRIE, HOCANF12643771
    CRESTOMERE HOLSTEINS, MOSNANG HOLSTEINS LTD, STANHOPE DAIRY FARM LTD, WEDGWOOD HOLSTEINS, PONOKA, AB
  4. HODGLYNN VICTOR LOLA, HOCANF13273813
    HODGLYNN HOLSTEINS, LITTLE STAR HOLSTEINS, KINCARDINE, ON
  5. WESTCOAST SIDEKICK PRUDE, HOCANF13402931
    WESTCOAST HOLSTEINS, CHILLIWACK, BC
  6. AROLENE DUHIBOU APPLE ELMAY, HOCANF111447516
    ELMVUE FARM, JOHNSTOWN, NY
  7. BLONDIN DROPKICK ANISSA, HOCANF111671306
    FERME BLONDIN, FERME YVON SICARD, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  8. EMBRDALE JILLIAN UNIX, HOCANF13486914
    JOEL PHOENIX, TRENT VALLEY HOLSTEINS, WENDON HOLSTEINS, CANNINGTON, ON
  9. PIERSTEIN CHIEF ANNA, HOCANF111576870
    PIERRE BOULET, MONTMAGNY, QC
  10. JACOBS DELTA BARLEY, HOCANF111575957
    FERME MONTEN 9088-9593 QUEBEC INC, SAINT-CHARLES-DE-BELLECHASSE, QC
  11. BUDJON-VAIL RAPTOR SONYA-ET, HO840F3143525531
    BLONDIN SIRES, FERME BLONDIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  12. MILIBRO BRIGADE MOUSSY, HOCANF111291789
    FERME MILIBRO INC, TINGWICK, QC
  13. ESPERANZA-CC THUNDERSTRUCK, 840003208407145
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  14. LOOKOUT JUST WATCH ME, HOCANF120066977
    ELITEHAVEN GENETICS, FRANK & DIANE BORBA, GERALD TODD, LOOKOUT HOLSTEINS
  15. WINRIGHT SOLOMON ESPRESSO, HOCANF13277927
    FERME BLONDIN, FERME RALSTON S.E.N.C, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  16. ROBDOT ARMY TRUDY, HOCANF13246553
    R & F LIVESTOCK INC, CUDWORTH, SK
  17. GARAY APPLE-CRISP DANIA, HOCANF120117641
    UP-RIDGE HOLSTEINS, EMBRO, ON
  18. WOODMANSEES SIDEKICK HAZE, 840003207027751
    ELMVUE FARMS, JOHNSTOWN, NY
  19. FRAELAND DOORMAN BOURBON, HOCANF13443589
    FRAELAND FARMS, FERGUS, ON
  20. CHARLYN DEMPSEY APPLE DUMPLING, HOCANF13427633
    CHARLYN FARMS, CRESTOMERE HOLSTEINS, LOVHOLM HOLSTEINS, WARWICK TOWNSHIP, ON
  21. MS ELMVUE DRMN HARDROCK-ET, 840003204941336
    ELMVUE FARMS, JOHNSTOWN, NY
  22. EASTSIDE SIDEKICK ANNA, HOCANF13257723
    ALEX DOLSON, ANGELA PFAEFFLI, LESLIE DOLSON, ROCKWOOD, ON

Senior 3 Year Old

Born between September 1st, 2018 and February 28th, 2019

BLONDIN RD UNSTOPABULL MAPLE
1ST PLACE SENIOR THREE YEAR OLD
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
KEVIN J DOEBERINER, WILLIAM H SCHILLING R & BF LIVESTOCK AND LINDSAY BOWEN, WEST SALEM, OH

  1. BLONDIN RD UNSTOPABULL MAPLE, HOCANF13273809
    Best Udder
    KEVIN J DOEBERINER, WILLIAM H SCHILLING R & BF LIVESTOCK AND LINDSAY BOWEN, WEST SALEM, OH
  2. SHANALTA UNSTOPABULL REANNA, HOCANF13267113
    ELMVUE FARM, JOHNSTOWN, NY
  3. ULMAR SIDEKICK EVA, HOCANF12881644
    Bred and Owned
    AGRIBER SOCIETA AGRICOLA SRL, BECKRIDGE HOLSTEINS, OSCAR & ERIC DUPASQUIER, PFISTER DAIRY, QUALITY HOLSTEINS
  4. BELMORAL APPLE CRISP NEDIVA, HOCANF13300795
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  5. LO-PINE-VA LADY CRUSH, 840003201600204
    CHASE SAVAGE & LANDREE & DAKOTA FRALEY
  6. FRAELAND UNIX BUTTERTART, HOCANF13114491
    BECKRIDGE HOLSTEINS, FRAELAND FARMS, KESWICK, ON
  7. DARCROFT S C RANSOM, HOCANF12947015
    A. & R. BOULET INC, FERME JACOBS INC, ST. FRANCOIS, QC
  8. MILKSOURCE TANTRUM-RED-ET, 840003203772682
    MILK SOURCE LLC, KAUKAUNA, WI
  9. AIJA DOORMAN PALM SPRINGS, HOCANF13188651
    BRIAN JOSEPH ENRIGHT, JAQUEMET HOLSTEINS, WINCHESTER, ON
  10. ALTONA LEA UNIX HERMINIE, HOCANF12904005
    DALTON J. FARIS, EAST GWILLIMBURY, ON
  11. MS CRUSHABULL CAROLINA, 840003204593676
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  12. MELGA KINGDOC ABBYLEA, HOCANF110806119
    FERME ANDREANE INC, LEO LANCIAUX, SWEETVIEW HOLSTEIN, AYERS CLIFF, QC
  13. WEEKSDALE JANTUNEN MAGNUM, HOCANF13283579
    WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, BREADALBANE, PE
  14. COMBALLES UNIX TWYNKIE, HOCANF111279886
    HEAVENLY GENETICS, HOWE HOLSTEINS INC, JOHN WEAVER, R & F LIVESTOCK INC, AYLMER, ON
  15. TRENT VALLEY DUNDEE L SEVEN, HOCANF12717646
    JASON DAVID MELL, TRENT VALLEY HOLSTEINS, MERRILL, WI
  16. BONACCUEIL CANDY APPLE CRISP, HOCANF111187426
    A. & R. BOULET INC, ST. FRANCOIS, QC
  17. JOLIBOIS LOUISON DIAMONDBACK, HOCANF111442347
    FERME ROLANDALE ENR, ST. FLAVIEN, QC
  18. KENTVILLE AMMO REBA, HOCANF12743414
    R & F LIVESTOCK INC, CUDWORTH, SK
  19. EASTRIVER KD BRAVA 649, HOCANF13070561
    FERME JACOBS INC, CAP SANTE, QC
  20. ALTONA LEA SIDEKICK JUSTICE, HOCANF12903997
    FRANK BARKEY & FAMILY, BLACKSTOCK, ON

4 Year Old

Born between September 1st, 2017 and August 31st, 2018

OAK-RIDGE-K GCHIP TURBO
1ST PLACE FOUR YEAR OLD
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
MILK SOURCE, RANSOM-RAIL FARMS, KAUKAUNA, WI

  1. OAK-RIDGE-K GCHIP TURBO, HOUSAF144349285
    Best Udder
    MILK SOURCE, RANSOM-RAIL FARMS, KAUKAUNA, WI
  2. JACOBS UNIX BRANDINA, HOCANF110828721
    Bred and Owned
    ATTABOY HOLSTEIN, CRACKHOLM HOLSTEINS, FERME JACOBS INC, FOSSAMBAULT-SUR-LE-LAC, QC
  3. JACOBS AVALANCHE BRADLY, HOCANF110481567
    GENE IAGER, FULTON, MD
  4. BOULET JACOBY CORTINA, HOCANF110942763
    BEST NORD HOLSTEIN, FERME BEAUDOIN, SAINT-CESAIRE, QC
  5. QUALITY SOLOMON FROTASTIC, HOCANF13015850
    AGRIBER SOCIETA AGRICOLA SRL, BECKRIDGE HOLSTEINS, QUALITY HOLSTEINS
  6. JACOBS HIGH OCTANE DIA, HOCANF110828624
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  7. COBEQUID UNIX SAPPORA, HOCANF13238462
    WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, BREADALBANE, PE
  8. GOLDENFLO KOOLAID SLURPEE, HOCANF12980899
    ELMVUE FARM, JOHNSTOWN, NY
  9. LINDENRIGHT DEVOUR MOVEMBER, HOCANF12873712
    JIM BUTLER, CARY, IL
  10. PIERSTEIN OCTANE MAYCEE, HOCANF110980305
    PIERRE BOULET, MONTMAGNY, QC
  11. CAMFLAT DOORMAN ANNABELLE, HOCANF12848189
    PIERRE BOULET, MONTMAGNY, QC
  12. GENDARRA GOLDCHIP TICK TOCK, HOCANF12583670
    GENDARRA FARM, BAILIEBORO, ON
  13. ALLEGRO DOORMAN BELLIONAIRE, HOCANF12930809
    COBEQUID HOLSTEINS, LOWER DEBERT, NS
  14. LUSK GOLDEN CRUSH, 840003146059222
    EATON HOLSTEINS, ANTHONY CROTHERS & LEE EMMERSON
  15. BUDJON-VAIL SEBISCUIT-TW-ET, HO840F3144505851
    KINGSWAY FARMS, WILLIAM H SCHILLING, HASTINGS, ON
  16. WILSONCREST PIGGY, HOCANF12905110
    COBEQUID HOLSTEINS, LOWER DEBERT, NS
  17. BUDJON-VAIL DRMN ANYWAYS-ET, HO840F3133191511
    CANHOPE HOLSTEINS, PALMERSTON, ON
  18. MS LOOKWELL FINALE-ET, HO840F3147806248
    RONALD GRANDY, OSHAWA, ON
  19. QUALITY BECKRIDGE SOL LUSCIOUS, HOCANF12913037
    AGRIBER SOCIETA AGRICOLA SRL, BECKRIDGE HOLSTEINS, QUALITY HOLSTEINS

    5 Year Old

    Born between September 1st, 2016 and August 31st, 2017

    JACOBS HIGH OCTANE BABE
    1ST PLACE FIVE YEAR OLD
    Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
    FERME JACOBS INC, CAP SANTE, QC

    1. JACOBS HIGH OCTANE BABE, HOCANF110481411
      Best Udder
      Bred and Owned
      FERME JACOBS INC, CAP SANTE, QC
    2. MOSNANG SOLOMON LIQUIFY, HOCANF12788152
      WESTCOAST HOLSTEINS, CHILLIWACK, BC
    3. MS ANGEL DEJA-ET, HO840F3132921266
      BLONDIN SIRES, FERME BLONDIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
    4. BERNADALE DOORMAN GHOST, HOCANF12684853
      FERME YVON SICARD, PIERRE BOULET, SAINT-JUSTIN, QC
    5. KINGSWAY DEMPSEY NORA, HOCANF12392558
      ELMVUE FARMS, JOHNSTOWN, NY
    6. WIL-O-MAR DIAMNDBK ROSE-RED, USA 144118584
      ELMVUE FARMS, JOHNSTOWN, NY
    7. BERWEN AVALANCHE FANTOM, HOCANF12506108
      FERME LOLISEE, CHATHAM, QC
    8. GLEN ISLAY SENNET TORANCE, HOCANF12031432
      ADAM CLARKE, CLARKVALLEY HOLSTEINS, WOODVILLE, ON
    9. RYLA SID CASSIE, HOCANF12393144
      JIM PHOENIX, JOEL PHOENIX, TRENT VALLEY HOLSTEINS, WERRHURST HOLSTEINS, CANNINGTON, ON
    10. PONDVUE GOLD CHIP GRETCHEN, HOCANF12739769
      R & F LIVESTOCK INC, CUDWORTH, SK
    11. GLENVUE LUMINEER BEA, HOCANF12607665
      BLONDIN SIRES, FERME BLONDIN, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
    12. GARAY DEMPSEY AMAZING, HOCANF110130775
      GASPAR FILLION, RICKY & ELIZABETH HALL, SAINT-SÉBASTIEN-DE-FRONTENAC, QC
    13. BARD CONTROL JOELINE, HOCANF110526977
      FERME BARD INC, STE. ANNE DE LA POCATIERE, QC

Mature Cow

Born before September 1st, 2016

ERROLEA AVALANCHE BRAZIL
1ST PLACE MATURE COW
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
ERROLEA HOLSTEINS, HODGLYNN HOLSTEINS, CAMLACHIE, ON

  1. ERROLEA AVALANCHE BRAZIL, HOCANF12273014
    Best Udder
    Bred and Owned
    ERROLEA HOLSTEINS, HODGLYNN HOLSTEINS, CAMLACHIE, ON
  2. HICKLEE ARMANI ARIEL, HOCANF12207060
    ADRIAN & MEGAN FRANKEN, CAMERON HICKLING, WINGHAM, ON
  3. CARPSVIEW ARMANI VELVET-ET, USA 73563967
    ELMVUE FARM, JOHNSTOWN, NY
  4. UNDERGROUND ADELINE, 840003251643123
    EATON HOLSTEINS & GLAMOURVIEW FARMS
  5. WEEKSDALE BRADNICK DELAUNEY, HOCANF12068213
    WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, BREADALBANE, PE
  6. MIDAS-TOUCH JEDI JANGLE-ET, HO840F3136887489
    WESTCOAST HOLSTEINS, CHILLIWACK, BC
  7. JOLIBOIS FATAL ADDICTION, HOCANF109503856
    FERME ROLANDALE ENR, ST. FLAVIEN, QC
  8. BULLSBROW HIGHWAY BELLA, HOCANF12156453
    LOUIS-PHILIPPE HUDON & VIRGINIE BILODEAU, SAINT-HENRI-DE-LÉVIS, QC
  9. WEEKSDALE BRADNICK KLOE, HOCANF12068209
    WEEKSDALE HOLSTEINS INC, BREADALBANE, PE
  10. HENDERCROFT AFTERSHOCK CHEWING, HOCANF11805544
    HERBERT HENDERSON, ASHTON, ON
  11. MS EATON CONROY SOLO RIVAL, HO840F3136617925
    FERME BLONDIN, FERME FORTALE HOLSTEIN INC, SAINT-PLACIDE, QC
  12. PIERSTEIN ARMANI RAMADAM, HOCANF109514019
    PIERRE BOULET, MONTMAGNY, QC
  13. MIDA-RICH RECHARGE RIDER, HOUSAF143313052
    Lookout Farm, Canton de Hatley, QC
  14. HENDERCROFT GOLD CHIP GOOEY, HOCANF12436925
    HERBERT HENDERSON, ASHTON, ON

Longtime Production: 70,000kg +

VINBERT KINGBOY BIRDY
1ST PLACE PRODUCTION COW
Canadian National Holstein Show 2022 – The Royal
FERME BELGARDE INC, FERME SILVERCREST INC, FERME VINBERT INC, ACTON VALE, QC

  1. VINBERT KINGBOY BIRDY, HOCANF108686599
    Best Udder
    Bred and Owned
    Champion Bred and Owned – Reserve
    FERME BELGARDE INC, FERME SILVERCREST INC, FERME VINBERT INC, ACTON VALE, QC
  2. SICY GOLDWYN ARMANIE, HOCANF109383845
    FERME YVON SICARD, GHYSLAIN DEMERS, SAINT-JUSTIN, QC
  3. UPPER CANADA ATWOOD DELIGHT, HOCANF9834127
    KINGSWAY FARMS, HASTINGS, ON
  4. CURR-VALE APPLE A LA MODE, 840003126011215
    JOHN H., JR & COLLEEN CURRIE
  5. MAPLELEY GOLDWYN JULIA, HOCANF109079911
    ELITEHAVEN GENETICS, FRANK & DIANE BORBA, GERALD TODD, LOOKOUT HOLSTEINS
  6. K-LAND KILO BLACK DIAMOND, HOUSAF71323763
    BLACK DIAMOND PARTNERSHIP, WATERTOWN, WI
Categories : Breed Association News, The Royal Winter Fair

Holstein Canada Renews Partnership with Dairy Farmers of Canada for Cattle Assessment Services

Monday, October 3rd, 2022

Holstein Canada (HC) is pleased to announce a renewed partnership with Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) for delivering cattle assessment services to farms across Canada under the Animal Care module of proAction®.

DFC first contracted Holstein Canada in October 2016, and since then, Holstein Canada has been providing excellent cattle assessment services via their professional team of Assessors and Classifiers.

Cattle assessments are an important proAction requirement, involving an evaluation of a sample of cattle on every farm for body condition, hock, knee, neck and mobility scores. The resulting reports indicate where a farm is scoring well and where a farm may have an opportunity for improvement. The reports enable farms to track their progress and strive for excellence over time.

Highlights:

  • Prices for standard cattle assessments will remain the same, at $125 herd visit fee and $7/animal assessed.
  • Other specialty services include service in 6-months, 4-months or 30-days (with an applicable service fee).

HC and DFC have made other improvements to the contract in areas such as assessor consistency and streamlining processes.
Cattle assessments provide important indicators of cow comfort, while also offering assurance to consumers and customers that farmers prioritize animal care. Every step farmers take under proAction is a step towards dairy excellence. Canadian dairy farmers produce some of the best milk in the world and our stringent standards are reflected in the consumer-facing Blue Cow logo. Partnering with DFC for cattle assessment services helps us maintain trust and transparency, and we look forward to continuing to work together.

For more information and resources on cattle assessments, as well as preventive and corrective action ideas, please click here.

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Holstein Marketplace Sires Releases Top SimAngus™ bull for HOLSim™ Program

Thursday, September 22nd, 2022

Holstein Marketplace Sires in excited to announce the release of IR PRIMETIME 712SM02001. PRIMETIME is a homozygous black, homozygous polled SimAngus™ bull, and the first HOLSim™ bull to be added to the Marketplace Sires line up.

HOLSim bulls like PRIMETIME are elite SimAngus sires with traits that will complement Holstein females for a more profitable terminal calf. SimAngus bulls combine the strengths of two breeds (Simmental and Angus), giving them an economic advantage and making them the sought-after breed for beef on Holstein breeding programs.

PRIMETIME is a superior bull that ranks among the highest HOLSim bulls available. He ranks in the top 5% of the SimAngus breed for several economically relevant traits, such as Calving Ease, Birth Weight, Marbling and Ribeye Area. He?s also ranked in the top 1% for Terminal Index. His Angus sire, G A R HOME TOWN, is recognized for his combination of breed leading carcass traits and pleasing phenotype. His Simmental dam, KBHR IR/JLN ASTORIA G119, is a great young donor with an elite genetic profile.

“PRIMETIME represents unparalleled opportunity to add efficiency, muscle, and marbling to every HOLSim calf he sires. Whether selling day-old beef on Holstein calves or feeding them through harvest, Primetime’s genetics are designed to enhance marketability and profitability,” says bull owner John Irvine of Irvine Ranch.

Located in Manhattan, Kansas, Irvine Ranch’s core business is providing beef genetics and customer service to a progressive and growing number of beef production enterprises. The herd’s genetic base has developed over several decades of disciplined and systematic selection for traits of economic value to their customers.

Purchasing semen from Holstein Marketplace Sires is simple. Order online or over the phone with your credit card and have semen shipped directly to your doorstep. Buy online by visiting www.holsteinusa.com/marketplacesires, click the red “Buy Now” button, fill in number of units you would like to purchase, and check out using our secure online system. Orders may also be placed by calling customer service 800.952.5200 or contacting a Holstein Association USA regional sales representative.

Contact Holstein Marketplace Sires Manager Timothy Ziemba by email at tziemba@holstein.com or call 315.730.3312 for questions, further information, or bulls to consider for the program.

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Oceanbrae Farms Named Master Breeder for Second Time

Friday, September 16th, 2022

The Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society is pleased to announce that Oceanbrae Farms of Belmont, Prince Edward Island has qualified for a second Master Breeder Award in 2022, based on points accumulated by animals bred by the Barrett Family between 2007 and 2019.  Oceanbrae Farms attained their first Master Breeder Award in 2008.

Oceanbrae Farms is a multi-generational farm on the shores of Malpeque Bay in Prince County, Prince Edward Island.  The Barrett Family has been actively breeding Milking Shorthorns since 1950, and the farm will be celebrating its 100th anniversary next year.  Fred Barrett and his wife Margaret shared their first Master Breeder award with Fred’s parents Keith and Sylvia, the culmination of many years farming in partnership with his father.  This year, Fred and Margaret celebrate their second Master Breeder recognition with their son Matthew and daughter-in-law Chandler, the fourth generation of Oceanbrae Farms.  In addition, Fred and Margaret’s son Ryan is involved in the farm in a part-time capacity, assisting with field agronomy and marketing of genetics.

For many years, the Oceanbrae prefix has been well known across Canada and internationally for expertise in Milking Shorthorn breeding.  The Barrett’s have sold Milking Shorthorns to producers in every Canadian province as well as to several US states over the years.  In addition, Oceanbrae embryos have been exported to the United States, United Kingdom and New Zealand, while five Oceanbrae-bred bulls have entered AI in the past fifteen years, including the current #3 LPI sire, Oceanbrae Royal Bentley.

“Our goal is to breed highly productive cows with well-attached udders and sound feet and legs that will breed back quickly and survive in the herd for more than five lactations,” says Fred.  “In the last ten years of so, we’ve put a lot of focus on improving fat and protein production in our herd.  In that time, the average fat percentage in our herd has risen by more than a full percent, which we feel has increased the profitability of our farm.”

Oceanbrae Farms has been ranked as the #1 Lifetime Profit Index (LPI) Milking Shorthorn herd in Canada for several years and has also been the top ranked Milking Shorthorn herd in Canada for average BCA for many years, receiving the Society’s Clydagh Trophy.  During the twelve-year window evaluated for this award, the Barretts bred 30 Excellent cows, 24 cows scored between Very Good 87 and 89, 96 Superior Production Awards, 32 Lifetime Production Awards, 20 BCA Class Leader Awards, and three proven sires in the current Top 20 LPI sire list.

The Barrett’s currently milk approximately 75 cows in a modern free-stall barn built in 2019, including sand bedding and computerized grain feeders.  Milk cows are rotationally grazed from late May to early October and supplemented with a partial mixed ration.  The rest of the year, cows are fed twice a day with a total mixed ration consisting of high-quality alfalfa silage and hay, corn silage, grain corn and/or barley, soybean meal, and a Belisle mineral supplement.  Bred heifers are also extensively pastured.  The farm also maintains a small cow-calf herd of purebred Simmental beef cattle and does a small amount of cash cropping of corn and barley.

The Barrett’s maintain a passion for the Milking Shorthorn breed and are continuing to plan for the future by building on the success of the past.  Congratulations to the Barrett family on their second Master Breeder award!

Photos and Press release provided by the Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society

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August saw the Highest Single Month Registration at Jersey Canada Since the 1960’s

Friday, September 9th, 2022

Jersey Canada is happy to announce that the August registrations at Jersey Canada totaled 1,281…the highest single month since the early 1960s!

2022 looks to be another record-breaking year for registry activity, with total registrations up 3.5% from this time last year.

Thank you to our Registrar Rachel for your registration reminders and hard-work in the office, our extension reps for helping new and existing members in the field, and most of all you, Canadian Jersey owners, for seeing the value registered Jerseys bring to your operation!

Pictured here (top) are Windfire Honeydew Jetta, Windfire Kalahari Haylee and Windfire Rampage Blossom, registrations numbers 1,279, 1,280 and 1,281. Thank you to Windfire Jerseys and the Blake family for sending these in!
Bottom photo: The Windfire Jerseys family (l-r): Will & Corlee, Grenville & Christine, Kendyl & Taylor.
©Jersey Canada
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Introducing ConneXXion, Holstein Canada’s New Podcast

Friday, September 9th, 2022

ConneXXion, Holstein Canada’s new podcast is finally here! Wondering what to expect?

Connexxion is here to break the misconceptions of the Canadian Dairy Industry, while offering our insights, exploring outside perspectives, and learning from diverse members of the dairy community.

Provided by Holstein Canada

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Australian dairy farmers better placed than the rest of the world to capitalise on potential opportunities

Thursday, September 8th, 2022

That’s according to leading Dairy Australian analyst John Droppert who says one of the key drivers is the way the La Nina is playing out in the northern and southern hemispheres.

DA’s September Situation and Outlook report shows milk production is likely to remain stable this season, with farmgate prices remaining high.

The report forecasts a smaller global milk pool due to droughts, high input costs and farm exits in the northern hemisphere, which may offer opportunities for Australian exporters.

“High farmgate prices mean most farmers are currently making good profits,” Mr Droppert said.

“In the coming season, farmers will need to manage these high prices against labour shortages and relatively high input costs.

“In addition, increased precautions and contingency planning are being implemented by many farmers to safeguard them against the elevated risk of Foot-and-Mouth disease and Lumpy Skin Disease.”

He said the likely emergence of a rare, third consecutive La Nina event, as forecast by the Bureau of Meteorology, added another “level of intrigue”.

While that might mean good rainfall for some, it also carried the threat of more flooding, Mr Droppert said.

But it could also mean an increase in homegrown feed production, reducing the need for high-priced inputs.

European drought

The report found large parts of the European Union remained in drought, with milk production tracking 0.5 per cent below last year.

The most recent European Commission forecast anticipated a 0.6pc drop in production for the full 2022 calendar year.

Milk prices in the EU were also at record levels, but dry conditions through the northern hemisphere spring and summer had reduced pasture quality and availability.

High prices for purchased feeds had discouraged their use.

The Commission expected cow numbers across the bloc would continue to fall – not least due to the emergence of greenhouse gas emissions policies in key milk producing member states, such as Ireland and the Netherlands.

Conditions were also dry in the western United States (US), with California in particular entering a new phase of ‘exceptional drought’ conditions.

Nonetheless, milk production across the US returned to growth in June, with an increase of 0.2pc compared to June 2021.

“Cow numbers were still down almost 1pc on the same time last year, but the herd was now expanding, giving the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) confidence to tweak the 2022 calendar year outlook upwards, anticipating growth of 0.2pc, relative to 2021,” the S&O report summary said.

New Zealand ‘complicated’

New Zealand was entering a new season with high farmgate prices but medium-term constraints were likely to discourage overall industry expansion.

Individual farms might see an increase in production this season, if pasture conditions allowed.

Local analysts describe New Zealand’s experience of La Nina to be in the form of a wet spring and drier than average summer, both of which complicated the pasture management task for farmers.

With early signs that pasture growth was sluggish, high fertiliser and supplementary feed prices, combined with the threat of a tightening regulatory environment, meant the 2022/23 New Zealand season looked ‘complicated’.

There was a forecast of a 1.9pc reduction in overall milk intakes, which would constitute a second season of contraction following the 4.2pc drop of 2021/22.

Australia’s milk production concluded the 2021/22 season down by a similar proportion, almost 4pc compared with the 2020/21 year.

The report found significant concern among Australian farmers around high input costs and crippling staffing challenges have carried through to the new season, as have unseasonably wet conditions across large areas of Queensland and New South Wales.

The report found the high likelihood of a third consecutive La Nina would be unwelcome news in these regions, and its eventuality would likely bring challenges for the upcoming harvest period across both northern and southeastern Australia.

On the flip side, the characteristic increased rainfall associated with La Nina also held potential for gains in pasture growth and homegrown feed production for many dairy regions.

This could reduce reliance on highly priced feed inputs, and cushion farmers against the unpredictability of grain and fertiliser markets, which were at the whim of global influences.

It would also contribute to a promising outlook for irrigation water availability.

The Australian domestic dairy market remains characteristically more stable than the international commodity scene.

“Nonetheless, amid the complexity lies significant opportunity,” the report said.

“With two seasons of positive margins behind them, Australia’s dairy farmers are as well placed as any to capitalise.”

Source: The Standard

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Holstein Marketplace Sires Releases Trio of Exciting New Bulls

Friday, September 2nd, 2022

Three new bulls have recently been launched through the Holstein Marketplace Sires program, managed by Holstein Services, Inc.

“These bulls exemplify the ideals of our program, creating a breeder-to-breeder market for genetics,” says Timothy Ziemba, Holstein Marketplace Sires Manager. “The goal of our program is to help Registered Holstein breeders market their genetics to fellow breeders and create a group of deep pedigreed bulls that fill everyone’s needs. Our new bulls offer the highest levels of genetics from contract-free high GTPI and NM$ bulls to the highest available Red PTAT bull from a world-renowned family.”

Holstein Marketplace Sires provides a unique avenue for Holstein breeders to market their genetics. The bull owners retain ownership of the bulls, and the Holstein Marketplace Sires coordinates the marketing and sales. Launched in January of 2019, this program provides a new choice of bulls offered by breeders for breeders.

New Releases:

712HO01017 BLUMENFELD NAVIGATOR-ET

NAVIGATOR is bred and owned by Blumenfeld Holsteins LLC in Hawley MN. Navigator ranks amongst the most elite available bulls in the breed at +2973 GTPI®, +1209 DWP$®, +1070 NM$ and +1092 CM$. Navigator is a health trait superstar with a Productive Live at +6.8, DPR at +1.0 and SCS at 2.61. Conventional and sexed semen are currently available.

“Navigator exemplifies what we breed for every day – huge components, extreme Productive Life, positive fertility, and great udders, besides one of the most important traits for today’s industry – moderate frames,” said Brian Waldner of Blumenfeld Holsteins.

Sired by Peak Rayshen-ET, Navigator is from a GP-82 Rome daughter and then backed by 12 generations of VG or EX dams straight from the Wesswood-HC Rudy Missy family. Navigator’s pedigree includes seven cows in his maternal line with records exceeding 35,000 pounds of milk and 12 dams with over 1,000 pounds of fat. Navigator has a balanced proof with high components at 102 pounds of Fat and +0.27% Fat, Calving Ease at 2.1% and an Udder Composite at +1.16. To top it off, Navigator is also Beta Casein A2/A2!

712HO01015 SUGAR-C CAPTIVATING FABIO

FABIO is bred and owned by Sugar Creek Dairy in Elkhorn, WI. He is sired by Larcrest Captivating-ET out of a GP-81 (at 2-02) Challenger. The next dam is a VG-88 Granite with records over 30,000 pounds of milk and 4.7%F. Fabio’s third dam is a Denver daughter scored EX-91 2E with records over 40,000 pounds of milk and over 1,200 pounds of fat and protein. The fourth dam is an Excellent Mccutchen with over 212,000 pounds lifetime milk. All four of these cows are currently in the herd at Sugar Creek Dairy, with his dam just fresh this summer on her second lactation.

Fabio is a well-rounded bull with extreme production traits at +1388 Milk, +93 Fat (+0.13%) and +58 Protein. His GTPI sits at an notable +2874, NM$ of +832, DWP$ of 924 and he is also Beta CaseinA2/A2. Fabio boasts a PTAT of +1.59 and UDC at +1.35. His linear profile indicates he will sire daughters who are strong, deep and open cows, with slight slope to the rump and some set to the legs.

“The productive life of Fabio’s family is tremendous. It really doesn’t miss, and they’re high performing. They’re consistent and easy on the eyes. His pedigree is unique, and it fits my breeding strategy,” says Fabio’s breeder, Rick Adams. Fabio is a great representation of what the Adams breed for at Sugar Creek Dairy.

712HO01018 GOLDEN-OAKS TANGO-RED-ET

TANGO-RED is bred and owned by Golden Oaks Farm in Wauconda, IL. Tango-Red holds the title as the number 1 red and white Holstein bull in the U.S. for genomic PTA Type at a stunning +4.25 with an impressive Udder Composite at +3.08. Tango boasts linear traits of +5.15 for Rear Udder Height, +4.41 for Rear Udder Width and +4.12 for Fore Udder Attachment.

Tango-Red’s genomic numbers are not surprising when looking at his pedigree. He is an Altitude from a VG-86 Jordy daughter of the renowned Miss Pottsdale DFI Tang EX-94. Tang was Reserve All-American Red & White Senior 2-Year-Old in 2016 and All-American Red & White Senior 3-Year-Old in 2017. Behind Tang are four cows scored EX-92 3E, EX-91 2E, EX-93 3E and VG-87 followed by the household names of Ernest-Anthony SD Tobi-ET EX-96 3E DOM and C Alanvale Inspiration Tina EX-95 2E GMD DOM. We are thrilled to give Red and White Holstein enthusiasts an opportunity to add a bull like Tango-Red to their breeding programs!

“Tango is true to our breeding program with his breed-leading type numbers, combined with his style and physical makeup,” says Lucas Moser of Golden Oaks Farm. “We feel Tango can add a lot to the type side of a herd and has great potential to make future show heifers and cows.”

All bulls offered through Holstein Marketplace Sires are free of any haplotypes impacting fertility.

Purchasing semen from Holstein Marketplace Sires is simple. Order online or over the phone with your credit card and have semen shipped directly to your doorstep. Buy online by visiting www.holsteinusa.com/marketplacesires, click the red “Buy Now” button, fill in number of units you would like to purchase, and check out using our secure online system. Orders may also be placed by calling customer service 800.952.5200 or contacting a Holstein Association USA regional sales representative.

Contact Holstein Marketplace Sires Manager Timothy Ziemba by email at tziemba@holstein.com or call 315-730-3312 for questions, further information, or bulls to consider for the program.

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Junior Breeders Recognized for Their Outstanding Registered Holsteins

Wednesday, August 17th, 2022

Junior members from around the country who bred and own exceptional Holstein cattle have recently been honored by Holstein Association USA. The awards, based on both conformation and milk production, are designed to reward and encourage Junior members to continue their excellent Registered Holstein® breeding programs. All eligible cows are automatically screened for these awards on an annual basis.

National Junior Star Performer Award
The National Star Performer Award recognizes well-rounded Holstein cows with exceptional milk and component production, as well as admirable classification scores. The cow must be bred and still currently owned by their Junior Holstein breeder; have an RHA of at least 87 percent; be enrolled in Holstein Association USA’s TriStar SM production records program; have a 305-day or less lactation completed in the last calendar year of at least 25,000 pounds milk; and be classified Very Good-85 or higher. Once the eligible cows are determined, they are ranked based on a formula: (Combined ME Fat and Protein + Age Adjusted Classification Score) x (Breed Average ME CFP/Breed Average Age Adjusted Score). Annually, ten cows are recognized with this honor, with the highest-ranking cow being designated as the National Junior Star Performer.

The 2021 National Junior Star Performer is SHOW-MAR STAR 1436 owned by Wesley Brantner of PA. Star is classified Excellent-90, and has a 305-day production record of 52,150 pounds of milk, with 2,084 pounds of fat and 1,604 pounds of protein.

Continuing, the top 10 winners of this esteemed award for 2021 are:

2nd place: SHOW-MAR RIE 1424, owned by Wesley Brantner, PA
3rd place: RYAN-VU DOORMAN MAITI-ET, owned by Dylan & Cameron Ryan, WI
4th place: RUMMAGE ATWOOD STARLIGHT, owned by Ryleigh Rummage,  TN
5th place: MEIER-MEADOWS DOR CHARLOTTE, owned by Magen Busker, IL
6th place: SHOW-MAR DIAMONDBACK ROSE, owned by Wesley Brantner, PA
7th place: J-FOLTS BYWAY LENORE, owned by J. Isaac Folts, NY
8th place: NOR-BERT FEDEX ALEXIS, owned by Dalton, Dillon, & Breanne Freeman, IN
9th place: MEIER-MEADOWS DECEIVER GEM, owned by Rachel Busker, IL
10th place: SHOW-MAR CRUSH EVERYONE, owned by Wesley Brantner, PA

National Cream of the Crop Award
The National Cream of the Crop Award recognizes the top 75 Junior-owned Registered Holstein cows that have produced the highest combined pounds of fat and protein during a 305-day lactation. To be eligible for this award, cows must meet the following criteria: be owned by a current Holstein Association USA Junior member; have an RHA of at least 87%; be enrolled in the TriStar production records program; and have a 305-day or less record of over 30,000 pounds of milk completed during the calendar year. The entire lactation must be completed while the animal is under youth ownership. Once the pool of eligible cows is determined, cows are ranked on total pounds of fat and protein produced during the lactation.

First place in the 2021 Cream of the Crop award is SHOW-MAR KAY 1364-ET owned by Wesley Brantner of Pennsylvania.

Rounding out the top 10 Cream of the Crop winners for 2021 are:

2nd place: HILL-OVER AIRLIFT BUENO, owned by Alexander Burleigh, PA
3rd place: EK-STJ BRILLIANT-RED-ET, owned by Alexander Burleigh, PA
4th place: BRITE-SIDE ATWOOD BANNER-ET, owned by Abigal Busker, IL
5th place:, LYN-VALE RAINY DAY-RED-ET, owned by Brianne Vandoske & Austin Radue, WI
6th place: SHOW-MAR KRACKLE 1400-RED, owned by Wesley Brantner, PA
7th place: NOR-BERT MERIDIAN MAKALA, owned by Dalton, Dillon, & Breanne Freeman, IN
8th place: SHOW-MAR RIE 1424, owned by Wesley Brantner, PA
9th place: SHOW-MAR SKY 1406 , owned by Dylan Brantner, PA
10th place: JEFFREY-WAY DENVER THADDEA owned by Brianne, Brooklyn, & Reid Vandoske, WI

Additional Junior Cow Awards
Other recognition Holstein Association USA Junior members can achieve include the National Junior Breeder of an Excellent Cow Award, which was awarded to 194 cows this year, and the National Junior Breeder of a Multiple “E” Cow Award, which 46 cows owned by junior members achieved.

The National Junior 200,000 Pound Lifetime Production Award was given to 11 different cows and their owners. An impressive 62 cows owned by junior members achieved requirements to win the 150,000 Pound Lifetime Production Award.

Congratulations to all the Junior members who received recognition for their outstanding Registered Holsteins. Find complete lists of all Junior award honorees at https://www.holsteinusa.com/juniors/index.jsp, under Junior Awards-Cows in the main menu.

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Jersey Canada Youth Scholarship Deadline is September 9th

Monday, August 15th, 2022

The Jersey Canada youth scholarship deadline is Friday, September 9th!

Jersey Canada offers three scholarships of $1,000 each to recognize outstanding interest, knowledge and achievement in the Jersey breed, as well as agriculture in general. The scholarships are available to all young Canadian Jersey enthusiasts enrolled in at least the second year of study at any post-secondary College or University, and will be presented at this year’s Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

Click here to apply!

La date limite d’inscription pour la bourse d’études Jersey Youth Canada est vendredi, le 9 septembre !
Jersey Canada offre trois bourses d’étude de 1000 $ chacune pour récompenser l’intérêt, la connaissance et l’accomplissement dans la race Jersey, ainsi qu’en agriculture en général. Les bourses sont disponibles pour tout jeune canadien, aimant les Jerseys, qui est inscrit au moins en deuxième année d’une Université ou d’un Collège post-secondaire, et sera présenté à la Royal Agricultural Winter Fair de cette année.

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American Milking Shorthorn Society Provides Details on New Policy Changes

Thursday, August 11th, 2022

We would like to call your attention to a policy change that will take effect over the course of the next 2 years changing one piece of the Genetic Expansion program:

Calves born beginning June 1, 2024 with an EXP sire and an EXP dam will be assigned to the GE herdbook level. Embryos created after August 31, 2023, from an EXP sire and an EXP dam will be assigned to the GE level atbirth. The embryo date corresponds approximately to the date that breedings would occur to create June 1, 2024offspring. Embryos created prior to that date fall under the old policy and maintain the EXP status.

This change does not impact show or award eligibility. Cows holding EXP or higher herdbook status will remain eligible. Additionally, the change does not impact any other herdbook level crosses (GE x full = EXP, EXP x full = full, etc.).

CHANGE

At the 2022 AMSS National Convention held in Champaign, Illinois the AMSS Board of Directors continued over ten years of discussions around breed improvement versus breed identity. All agree the Genetic Expansion program

has allowed the breed to improve dramatically and to thrive in today’s world. The program is vital to continuedimprovements and no discussion of closing the AMSS herdbook has been entertained. However, the drastic herdbookchanges that have taken place within our sister breeds (Dairy Shorthorns in UK and Illawarras in Australia) due to lowbreed percentages, led to deeper discussions regarding our status. The AMSS Board of Directors unanimously decided to reintroduce one of the original rules as a small step in maintaining the Milking Shorthorn breed identity. This step willhopefully prevent the need to take more drastic steps as our sister societies have had to do. We hope to not only maintainthe improvements made so far, but also protect the important Milking Shorthorn characteristics that make the Red, Whiteand Roan so great. These include reproductive traits, productive life, hardiness, calving ease, efficiency and overall versatility.

 

HISTORY

The AMSS Genetic Expansion program was designed by Dr. Clint Meadows of Michigan State University in the

1960’s using Mendelian genetics for percentage calculations. Within his design, any level crossed to the same level (EXP x EXP) was penalized and the offspring were dropped a level (EXP x EXP = GE). This was done to encourage breeders to work back towards higher breed purity. When the initial program was adopted by the AMSS Board of Directors in the early 1980’s any dairy breed outside of Holstein was penalized with an extra step involved in reaching full herdbook status (37000 registration numbers).

At the 2001 AMSS National Convention held in Cortland, New York the AMSS Board of Directors made some major changes to how the Genetic Expansion program worked (with major dissent from some influential breeders). First, the extra step (37000 registration number) requirement for non-Holstein dairy breeds was removed. All dairy breeds were welcomed into the AMSS herdbook at an equal level. Secondly, the penalty for crossing the same herdbook level (EXP x EXP) was removed.

NUMBERS

There are six levels within the current AMSS herdbook, initially linked to breed percentages (see below). Recent calculations of around 700 pedigrees are shown as a comparison.

Level NATIVE FULL HERDBOOK EXPANDED HERDBOOK GENETIC EXPANSION GENETIC IDENTITY GRADE /AOB
Description N suffix, 100% Coates Herdbook   EXP suffix GE prefix, 36000

registration number

 GI prefix Grade or any other breed
Meadow’s plan

(estimated % MS)

 100% 100% ≥75% 50-75% <50% 0%
Current level(calculated % MS) 100% 59 – 99%

Bulls: 86%

Cows: 79%

 42 – 76%

Bulls: 65%

Cows: 64%

 33 – 73%

Bulls: 49%

Cows: 45%

 10 – 35% NA

 

These numbers include many older animals and genetic lines that have influenced the breed. Looking at the 2022 AMSS Sire Catalog for a smaller example, using currently available genetics, there are 36 full herdbook bulls who average 76.3% Milking Shorthorn and 21 EXP bulls which average 63.1%. These numbers are well under the purity levels that the original genetic expansion plan was aiming for and what Dr. Meadows laid out.

The breeding chart information below will go into effect June 1, 2024.

If you have questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the office or any AMSS director. Thankyou,

AMSS Board of Directors

 

President: Marcia Clark (814) 602-7089 mclark@milkingshorthorn.com

Vice-President: Kylie Preisinger (765) 427-6964 kpreisinger@milkingshorthorn.com

Matt Henkes (563) 880-8614 mhenkes@milkingshorthorn.com

Allen Hess (301) 991-2194 ahess@milkingshorthorn.com

Joanna Landrum  (812) 345-2793  jlandrum@milkingshorthorn.com

Katie Agnew (920) 273-9324 kagnew@milkingshorthorn.com

Eddie Hartfield (601) 794-7046 ehartfield@milkingshorthorn.com

Larry Landsgard (563) 419-5576 llandsgard@milkingshorthorn.com

Adam Luchterhand (715) 937-2352 aluchterhand@milkingshorthorn.com

Jerry Merrill (607) 437-4622 jmerrill@milkingshorthorn.com

Darren Ropp (815) 848-3424 dropp@milkingshorthorn.com

Michelle Upchurch (530) 720-2441 mupchurch@milkingshorthorn.com

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U.S. Ayrshire Partners with STgenetics® for Genomic Testing

Thursday, August 11th, 2022

U.S. Ayrshire Breeders’ Association partners with STgenetics® to offer genomic testing

STgenetics® is pleased to announce their partnership with the U.S. Ayrshire Breeders’ Association to offer Vision+75™ genomic testing through Genetic Visions-ST™ to all their breeders around the U.S. The Vision+75™ genomic test offers a comprehensive genetic profile by testing over 75 traits, including 53 for production, health and longevity, conformation and selection indices and includes four protein markers, 18 other genetic markers and parentage discovery.

This is just the latest in an agreement between the two organizations to assist in the genetic advancement of the Ayrshire breed. Earlier this year, the U.S. Ayrshire Breeders’ Association and STgenetics® through its lab, Genetic Visions-ST™, introduced a stand-alone genomic test to identify the fatal genetic defect, Arthrogryposis Multiplex (AM) or Curly Calf Syndrome. Affected calves are born with stiffness and/or deformities in joints and are either stillborn or die shortly after birth. As part of the genomic testing offering, STgenetics® will include the AM marker test with all U.S. Ayrshire Vision+75™ tests.

The Vision+75™ genomic test offered from STgenetics® combined with their lineup of female gender-sorted Ayrshire semen is bringing U.S. Ayrshire breeders the resources and genetics needed to achieve their genetic goals. Dairy farmers interested in learning more about the test or arranging tests for their cattle can talk with their STgenetics® sales representative or contact Mena Schmitt, Genetic Services Specialist at 608-772-9830 or mena.schmitt@stgen.com.

Located in Navasota, Texas, STgenetics® is making the world greener, more sustainable and profitable. By improving herd genetics through science and technology, we believe that the best way to predict the future is to create it, while feeding the world with our passion for the beef and dairy industries. The STgenetics® Integrated Approach to management combines cutting edge genetics, innovation driven programs and gender-sorted semen to aid farmers in advancing their genetic progress while attaining herd goals.

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Wisconsin Holstein Association seeks Director of Marketing and Membership

Tuesday, August 9th, 2022

The Wisconsin Holstein Association (WHA) is seeking dairy professional to fill the role of Director of Marketing and Membership. This role will be responsible for maintaining the current membership database as well as leading the development of member recruitment and retention programs. Additional duties include developing and executing a social media plan to promote WHA and its members, and coordinating all fundraising and sponsorship programs.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and update membership database to ensure accurate information is entered in a timely matter and compile necessary membership reports as needed.
  • Compile membership packets and work with the Executive Director to identify and develop membership recruitment and retention collateral materials (including membership directory).
  • Develop and execute social media marketing plan with the goal of creating a stronger brand for the Wisconsin Holstein Association and its members.
  • Coordinate annual sponsorship drive, including maintain current sponsor relationships and identify potential new sponsors.
  • Assist in event planning of conventions, shows, meetings, all of which may involve travel and attendance at after-hours functions to assist the staff for set-up and tear down at events.
  • Identify guest speakers, arrange for appearances, and assist with exhibits to build awareness and enhance the brand of Wisconsin Holsteins.
  • Work with Executive Show Committee to coordinate sponsorship efforts to include maintaining current sponsor relationships and assist in recruiting new sponsors. Will also include coordinating all vendor and sponsor booth space on the Alliant Energy Center grounds.
  • Lead the Wisconsin Holstein Royalty program and serve as a mentor for the youth involved.
  • Travel and attendance at events, some after hours, will be required in order to promote the Association and build strong relationships with members and partners.
  • Provide excellent customer service to members by answering questions, filling requests and mailing necessary materials in a timely manner.
  • Establish strong working relationship with WHA committees to ensure the committee and board of directors’ directives are followed. Take notes at meetings and submit post-meeting minutes to committee members, board and archives.

The Director of Marketing and Membership should have a strong work ethic with a positive attitude and must have the ability to work with a diverse group of people while managing WHA membership and fundraising duties in addition to social media. The ideal candidate should also have three to five years of communications or customer service experience. Dairy industry experience is preferred.

A full job description can be found here.

Submit resume, cover letter and two letters of reference by September 1, 2022  to Laura Wackershauser, 902 8th Ave., Baraboo, WI 53913 or via email to lauraw@wisholsteins.com. Questions can also be directed to Laura, 800-223-4269 ext. 1.

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Holstein Canada Announces Travel Surcharge to Each Classification Visit

Thursday, August 4th, 2022

Due to the current economic environment, The Board of Directors of Holstein Canada approved a travel surcharge of $30 to each classification visit. This will be effective August 8th, 2022. As a national member organization, it is important to be fair and equitable across the country.

The travel surcharge is a temporary measure to address the high increase in national fuel costs and other travel related expenses since the beginning of this year. It will show as a separate line item on your invoice. The Association will continue to revisit the surcharge relative to the national cost of fuel and other travel costs.

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2023 Holstein USA Delegate Election Underway

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022

Brattleboro, Vt., August 1, 2022 — Holstein Association USA’s 2023 delegate election process is currently underway. Each year, members have the opportunity to nominate members from their state to serve as voting delegates at the following year’s Holstein Association USA Annual Meeting, held in conjunction with the National Holstein Convention. The 2023 Annual Meeting will be held in Lexington, Kentucky June 26 – 27.

Important Deadlines
Here are the important deadlines to take into account:
August 1 – Nominating petitions mailed to members
September 30 – Nominating petitions must be received by Holstein Association USA
October 14 – Deadline for nominees to withdraw names from the ballot
October 31 – Ballots mailed to members
December 30 – Ballots must be received by Holstein Association USA
February 1, 2023 – 2023 delegate election finalized

Typically, members become ineligible to serve as a delegate after serving as a delegate at three consecutive Annual Meetings. With the cancellation of the 2020 Annual Meeting, the clock re-set and all members are eligible to be nominated as a delegate for 2023.

With questions about Holstein Association USA’s delegate process, contact Jodi Hoynoski at 800.952.5200, ext. 4261 or by email.

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Bill And Marion Barlass Receive Jersey Distinguished Service Award

Friday, July 29th, 2022

Bill and Marion Barless, Janesville, Wis received the Distinguished Service Award given by the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) in ceremonies June 24, 2022, during the association’s 154th Annual Meeting in Portland, Oregon.

The Distinguished Service Award is presented to individuals who have rendered outstanding and unselfish service for many years and thereby have made a notable contribution to the advancement of the Jersey Breed in the United States.

Bill and Marion Barlass have spent the past 35 years supporting and promoting the Jersey breed. In addition to breeding and owning a 525-herd, the couple have many involved with the Jersey industry both locally and nationally. Bill served as a director of the National All-Jersey (NAJ) board of directions for 14 years, the World Dairy Expo for 25 years, is a past vice-president and director of the Wisconsin Jersey Breeders Association, and has been on the Rock County Fair Board for 15 years. Marion served on the NAJ board of directors for 10 years, the Professional Dairy Producers board of directors, is a past president of the Wisconsin Jersey Breeders Association, as well as serving on the Producer Security and BST committees for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture.

To future the progress of the Jersey breed, the Barlasses have donated animals to support various causes including the Jersey Youth Academy, the AJCC Research Foundation, and the AJCA National Convention fund. Additionally, in the late 1990s, they were members of a group of Wisconsin breeders who donated animals to help reintroduce Jerseys to China.

They have hosted many visitors on their farm, both locally and internationally. Hundreds of 4-H and FFA members have toured the farm, as well as visitors from China, Kenya, Serbia, and several Latin America countries. Additionally, they have hosted agricultural exchange students from many different countries and employ local students through a work-to-school program.

The couple was named the AJCA Outstanding Young Jersey Breeder in 1984 and was awarded the A.C. Thomas Herdsman Award at the World Dairy Expo in 1994. Bill has won the WI Jersey Breeders Association Distinguished Service Award and the Senior Breeder Award. Marion was named the WI Farm Woman of the year in 1997 and the World Dairy Expo Dairy Woman of the Year in 2008.

The American Jersey Cattle Association was organized in 1868 to improve and promote the Jersey breed. Since 1957, National All-Jersey Inc. has served Jersey owners by promoting the increased production and sale of Jersey milk and milk products. For more information on its programs and services, visit www.USJersey.com or call 614/861-3636.

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Jeff Ziegler Receives Award For Meritorious Service From UsJersey

Friday, July 29th, 2022

Jeff Ziegler, Ostrander, Ohio, received the Award for Meritorious Service given by the American Jersey Cattle Association and the National All-Jersey Inc. in ceremonies June 24, 2022, during the association’s 154th Annual Meeting in Portland, Oregon.

The Award for Meritorious Service is presented to an individual or family who has made notable contributions to the advancement of the Jersey breed and the livelihood of Jersey owners in the United States through research, education, development, marketing or other significant activities of the allied dairy industry.

For the past 38 years, Ziegler has been responsible for developing the Jersey sire program at Select Sires, located in Plain City, Ohio. In 1987, Ziegler began his career as a sire analyst and manager of the Select Mating Service and the colored breed evaluation and bull procurement program at Select Sires. At that time, the cooperative was sampling only 10 young bulls. Ziegler helped Select Sires develop the Aggressive Reproductive Technologies (ART) program. The cooperative now samples more than 60 young Jersey bulls each year. He currently serves as the vice president of dairy cattle breeding.

Ziegler’s impact on the Jersey breed can been seen in the bulls he acquired and helped develop at Select Sires. He selected and acquired Mason Boomer Sooner Berretta shortly after he became a sire analyst. Berretta was the breed’s top Production Type Bull in July 1993 and stayed at the top of the list until August 1998. He is the most heavily used Jersey sire of all time and has been credited as an influencer for increased protein production in the breed. In addition to Berretta, Ziegler acquired other breed changing bulls such as: Soldierboy Boomer Sooner of CJF, Highland Magic Duncan, Sooner Centurion, Lester Sambo, All Lynns Louie Valentino as well as others who have influenced and changed the breed.

Beyond his job, Ziegler has impacted the Jersey breed by serving on the AJCA Type Advisory committee and the All American Show committee. He currently chairs the dairy sire committee of the National Association of Animal Breeders and has been a member of its inherited biochemical defect committee which oversees and investigates negative genetic recessive traits and biochemical defects. He has judged national shows as well as shows in South America and Australia. Ziegler earned a degree in dairy science in 1985 from The Ohio State University.

The American Jersey Cattle Association was organized in 1868 to improve and promote the Jersey breed. Since 1957, National All-Jersey Inc. has served Jersey owners by promoting the increased production and sale of Jersey milk and milk products. For more information on its programs and services, visit www.USJersey.com or call 614/861-3636.

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2022 Cow of the Year Award Presented to Dave Prinzen for ‘Prinsville Pingerly Star’

Thursday, July 28th, 2022

Prinsville Pingerly Star, a seven year old cow bred and owned by the Prinzen Family of Prinsville Dairy Farms in Bloomfield, Ontario, has been voted the Canadian Milking Shorthorn Cow of the Year for 2022. Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society members submitted their votes by July 1st and the winner was announced at the CMSS Field Day and AGM on July 23rd in Dromore, Ontario.

Nominees for CMSS Cow of the Year are evaluated based on their own merit (production, classification, show winnings, genetic indexes) as well as the merit of their progeny. Star, classified EX-90-2E, has a top 305 day record of 9419 kgs of milk at 4.8% fat and 3.2% protein, with BCAs of 307-371-300. She has produced more than 32,000 kgs of milk in 4 lactations and is the #7 Active LPI cow in Canada (Aug’22). Star was also Reserve Grand Champion at the 2017 National Milking Shorthorn Show in Lindsay, Ontario, following in the footsteps of both her dam and grand-dam, who were both previously named Grand Champion of the National Show.
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Presentation photo of Dave Prinzen (left) and CMSS President John Eccles (right) at the 2022 CMSS Field Day and AGM.

Star is sired by #1 LPI sire Treeton Pingerly, the Australian bull marketed by Semex. She has two milking daughters in the Prinsville herd: a VG-85 two year old daughter by “Justice” and a GP-84 two year old daughter by “Bolero,” both of whom are above-average milk producers in the herd.

Runner-up for Cow of the Year honours in 2022 was Oceanbrae Ironman Ginger EX-91-3E, bred and owned by Oceanbrae Farms of Belmont, Prince Edward Island. Ginger is also a past Reserve Grand Champion of the National Show, along with a top 305 day record of 10037 kgs of milk at 5.1% fat and 3.9% protein in 5th lactation.

Canadian Milking Shorthorns are a modern dairy breed on the rise, excelling in the efficient production of milk with fewer health problems, more lactations per cow and fewer breedings per cow than in the industry average. For more on the breed, visit our website.

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Klussendorf Association Announces Scholarships

Thursday, July 28th, 2022

The Klussendorf Association and the McKown/Klussendorf Fund announce the recipients of seven $1500 scholarships to be presented at the Dairy Shrine Awards Banquet during World Dairy Expo.

Award winners are in their first, second or third year of study at a two or four-year college or university in the U.S. or Canada, majoring in a field that will lead them to a career in the dairy industry. These exemplary students demonstrate the highest level of leadership, participation in extracurricular activities and a special interest in showing dairy cattle in their true-to-breed form.

Klussendorf Scholarship

The Klussendorf Scholarship was made possible through a gift from the late Chris Kampf, along with other members of the Klussendorf Association. This award is representative of the late, legendary showman and dairy cattle fitter Arthur B. Klussendorf. The association honors those who most nearly exemplify his character and ethics. Three students each receive a $1500 award.

Awna Hirsch from Eaton, Colorado is a sophomore at the University of Minnesota. Hirsch played an active role in many aspects of her family’s dairy farm, from raising, training and showing dairy cattle, to assisting with vet checks and calves. Her most recent leadership experience includes serving as the National Brown Swiss Association Alternate Youth Ambassador.

Kylie Konyn of Escondido, California is another Klussendorf Scholarship winner. A freshman at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Konyn has personally financed her own 150-cow herd of registered Holsteins and Jerseys. Among other accomplishments, she has served as the National Jersey Queen and received recognition as a Young Distinguished Junior Member.

The final Klussendorf Scholarship winner is Haley Beukema of New Richmond, Wisconsin. Beukema is a Freshman at the University of Minnesota whose work with dairy cattle began at nine years old. Her fitting expertise has taken her to several different farms for classification, district and state shows, and World Dairy Expo. Through the Guernsey Association Beukema has served as both an advocate for the industry and a leader for other youth.

McKown Scholarship

Friends and family of the late Robert “Whitey” McKown established the McKown scholarship to honor the 1992 Honorary Klussendorf recipient and long-time Holstein enthusiast. Four students will receive $1,500 scholarships.

One 2022 recipient is Kylie Nickels of Watertown, Wisconsin. As a Junior at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Nickels manages a heifer boarding business, Dreamfix Boarding, along with her brother. Throughout her dairy career, she has worked with Crescentmead Holsteins, Mattreana Dairy, Great Northern Land and Cattle Company and Budjon Farms. Nickels has also been actively involved in 4-H, FFA, Junior Holsteins and several collegiate organizations.

Another winner is Jack Hammock of Chatham, Virginia. Hammock grew up on his family’s large Holstein dairy operation and plans to return to the farm upon graduation from Virginia Tech University. Between judging with the Virginia Tech Dairy Cattle Judging Team and exhibiting in state and district Holstein shows, he has taken advantage of several opportunities to learn all he can about the dairy industry.  

Laurel Gray of Stony Point, North Carolina will also receive a McKown Scholarship. Gray is a sophomore at North Carolina State University who grew up on her family’s dairy farm. She has competed with notable results at several dairy cattle judging contests and has been exhibiting dairy cattle at the local, state and regional level since the age of five. Gray’s family takes pride in environmental sustainability and excellent animal comfort practices on their farm.

The final recipient is Rosalee Zehr of Pontiac, Illinois. Currently a sophomore at Kaskaskia College, Zehr hopes to return to her family’s farm. She’d like to play a role in keeping the ever-changing milking and feeding technologies sustainable for farms like her family’s fourth generation dairy. She has earned numerous honors in dairy cattle judging and served in leadership roles for Kaskaskia College Ag Club, FFA and her local township.

For more information about the students being recognized by National Dairy Shrine, or to obtain tickets for the Awards Banquet on Monday, October 3rd in Madison, WI, contact the NDS office at info@dairyshrine.org. Additional information on National Dairy Shrine membership and its many activities is available at www.dairyshrine.org. Dairy enthusiasts are encouraged to become part of this respected dairy organization whose mission since 1949 has been to inspire future dairy leaders, honor current and past dairy leaders, and preserve the history of the dairy industry.

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August 1 Is Deadline For Jersey Junior Show Transfers

Tuesday, July 19th, 2022

Attention all Junior members and parents.

A reminder that Monday, August 1 is the deadline to have your Registered Jerseys transferred to be eligible to show at the All American Junior Jersey Show.

Here are the steps a junior (under 20 years of age) needs to take in order to show a Jersey at all shows. Can an animal be leased or does the animal need to be transferred into the junior’s ownership?

The answer is simple: File a transfer of ownership so that the junior is listed as a Recorded Owner on the registration certificate.

Ownership rules vary from state to state. Some do allow leasing. Others allow animals to be registered in the farm name, but require that paperwork be completed and filed certifying that an animal is the junior’s 4-H or FFA project.

What about the All American Junior Jersey Show, the biggest junior Jersey show of the year?

The ownership policy is as follows:

  • Animals are eligible when recorded by the American Jersey Cattle Association in the Herd Register or with Generation Count 4 or greater, or by Jersey Canada with registry status of 93.75% and greater.
  • The exhibitor must be listed as Recorded Owner on the registration certificate, either (1) as the sole owner or (2) by his/her name in joint ownership. If the joint ownership includes more than one person meeting the eligibility requirements of Rule 1 (above), one of them must be declared as the exhibitor during check-in.
  • Animals must be registered and/or transferred to meet one of the above ownership requirements on or before August 1, 2022. The recording date is the postmark date and will be considered the date of registration and/or transfer.

To read more about the implementation of Generation Count for national shows, please visit the USJersey website for more information.

So, submit the transfer of ownership as soon as you figure out which animals are going to be the projects this year. That one step will save you the effort of researching the exhibitor ownership requirements for all the shows you are considering.

A final note: Exhibitors at the All American Junior Jersey Show are also required to be members (junior or lifetime) of the American Jersey Cattle Association. Applications for membership are available online at USJersey.com.

For more information contact the Director of Communications at info@usjersey.com.

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