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International Red & White Show – World Dairy Expo 2025

Golden-Oaks Temptres-Red-ET, sired by Riverdown Unstopabull-Red, claimed Senior and Grand Champion honors for owners Milk Source, Fischer, Steincrest & Crescentmead of Kaukauna, Wisconsin. This 5-year-old powerhouse didn’t just win – she made history by dethroning the legendary three-time Grand Champion Bailey in the Supreme Champion competition.

Judge Adam Hodgins of Kincardine, Ontario, alongside associate Joel Phoenix of Cannington, Ontario, presided over the two-day competition on October 1-2, evaluating a stellar field of Red & White excellence. The judges’ precision in selection highlighted what modern dairy farming demands: exceptional mammary systems and flawless structural correctness.

Golden-Oaks Temptres-Red-ET
Grand Champion
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Milk Source, Fischer, Steincrest & Crescentmead Kaukauna, WI

Champions Across the Board

The Reserve Grand Champion title went to Premium Apple Crisp Lilly-Red, the winning aged cow exhibited by Butlerview Farm of Chebanse, Illinois. This marks another exceptional showing for Lilly, who previously earned Grand Champion honors at the 2024 International Red & White Show.

Glaustar Calif All Out-Red-ET secured Honorable Mention Grand Champion while taking the lifetime production cow class for Jay Ackley & Donald E Simpson of East Liberty, Ohio. The depth of quality in the senior division showcased the genetic advancement within the breed.

Rising Stars Dominate

Luck-E Altitude Attie-Red-ET
Intermediate Champion 
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Rick & Tom Simon and ALH Genetics USA Inc Farley, IA

The Intermediate Champion crown belongs to Luck-E Altitude Attie-Red-ET, exhibited by Rick & Tom Simon and ALH Genetics USA Inc. of Farley, Iowa. Rocky-Run Mv Arcadia-Red-ET claimed Reserve Intermediate Champion for Golden Oaks Farm of Wauconda, Illinois.

Junior Champion honors went to Milksource Shay-Red-ET, sired by Architect, who also earned Champion Bred & Owned Heifer for Milk Source LLC & Jeremy Holthaus of Kaukauna, Wisconsin. The spring yearling’s victory signals strong future potential for the Milk Source breeding program.

Junior Show Excellence

The Junior Show crowned Bert-Mar Alt Adlee-Red-ET as Grand Champion for Allison, Lane, & Callum Francis of Greenville, Ohio. Synergy Spikes Sequel-Red earned Reserve Grand Champion for Claire & Jacob Betley of Pulaski, Wisconsin, while Doublew-PC Goldwyn Rosy-Red took Honorable Mention for Sarah Hill of Bristol, Vermont.

The strong youth participation with 130 junior entries demonstrates the breed’s bright future and the next generation’s commitment to Red & White excellence.

Kara-Kesh-RK Alt Sky-Red
Intermediate Champion of the Junior Show
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Curtis, Evelyn & Agnes Griffin Thief River Falls, MN

Industry Impact

Luck-E Holsteins of Hampshire, Illinois, earned Premier Breeder honors, while Elmvue Farm of Johnstown, New York, took Premier Exhibitor. The Premier Sire award resulted in a tie between Riverdown Unstopabull-Red and Farnear Altitude-Red-ET, both proving their genetic dominance across multiple champion offspring.

Champion Bred & Owned Cow went to Curr-Vale Baracuda-Red-ET, the winning junior 3-year-old exhibited by Currie Holsteins of Tully, New York. This achievement highlights the importance of home-bred excellence in competitive dairy breeding.

Threesisters Jealous Sl-Red
Junior Champion of the Junior Show
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Shelby Swanson Hutchinson, MN

What This Victory Means

For the first time in 20 years, a Red & White Holstein has claimed the Supreme Champion title at World Dairy Expo. This watershed moment proves that Red & White genetics can compete at the highest level against any breed. The victory represents years of strategic breeding, genetic advancement, and dedication from breeders who believed in the Red & White’s potential.

The comprehensive sweep by Milk Source genetics – with both the Grand Champion mature cow and Junior Champion heifer – establishes them as a dominant force in Red & White breeding. Their success story started earlier this year when Golden-Oaks Temptres-Red-ET also won Grand Champion at the Wisconsin Championship Red & White Show.

Judge Hodgins emphasized the exceptional quality throughout the show, noting the tremendous dairy character and outstanding mammary systems that define today’s elite Red & White cattle. His comments about preferring “the levelness of the floor of her udder” and superior teat placement in selecting the Grand Champion reveal the precise evaluation required at this elite level.

The 2025 International Red & White Show has proven that breed excellence knows no boundaries, and Golden-Oaks Temptres-Red-ET’s historic victory will inspire Red & White breeders worldwide for generations to come.

Spring Heifer Calf

Ms Eatonholme D Blossom-Red
1st place Spring Calf
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Butlerview Farm Chebanse, IL
PlJrB&OJr B&OEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
12733Ms Eatonholme D Blossom-RedButlerview FarmChebanse, ILN
22748Ms Warrior Autum Crisp-RedMike, Brenda Dilly and Patty DillyMontour, IAN
31112755Canary Tango Lady-In-RedCharlise, Ava, & Gabriel CanaryMiddleburgh, NYY
42739Golden-Oaks Amina-Red-ETChip Savage & Peter VailUnion Bridge, MDN
52738Dridge Dc Hot Pepper-Red-ETDemi Kamps & Mila DigangiDarlington, WIY
622762Ms Mistys Rompn Marla-RedReagan, Reece Tompkins & Hayden WeaverEnnice Nc 28623, NCN
732764Story-Brook Ace Razzle-RedPhillip MccormickMillmont, PAY
842734Be-Joly Hulu Journey-RedBreya, Kaden, Kenley & Gavin PollackDepere, WIY
92761Ms Milksource B Jumpin-RedMilk Source Genetics and Laurie FischerKaukauna, WIY
102730Ember-Lit Believe Lucky-RedBenjamin and Blaize DonnayBaldwin, WIY
1152747Kampsrxdridg Eliana-RedDemi Kamps & Mila DigangiDarlington, WIY
1262750Ocean-View Heavenly In-RedLily Alayna JensonDeerfield, WIN
132753Winright Warrior TntBrian Joseph Enright and Jaquemet HolsteinsWinchester, ONY
142752Sunkist Dice Anamaly-RedScott Culbertson and T & L CattlePine Island, MNN
152744Scenic-Edge Jillene-P-RedYvonne E Preder and Rodney BohnhoffWaldo, WIY
1672760Ms Gav-N-View Annie-Red-ETBrielle, Brogan, Breyson, Braxon GavinLansing, IAY
172732JD-Sherona Addison-Red-ETAddie PartnersPhoenix, AZY
1882756Double-A Tango Lainey-RedAubrey AltreuterWatertown, WIY
1992736Hawkeye-JK Aria-Red-ETJonathan & Brooke KrogmanAshton, IAY
20102745Betely Lkings Scar-Red-ETAdam R. & Claire R. BindlPlymouth, WIN
21112725Sco-Lo Lightning-Red-ETClayton, Cashton, and Sadie Jones And Abbie GahringHomestead, IAN
22122735Ms Milksource Tru-Red-ETLauren and Brayden BreunigSauk City, WIN
23132741Kress-Hill Slouch-Red-ETOwen & Kendyll KressNewton, WIY
24142726Cache-Valley Will Vanish-RedXander HarrisRichmond, UTY
25152749Oakfield Famous Ace-Red-ETBrooklyn, Bryce & Blakely KohlsArlington, MNN
26163148Ms Pareo Chupp Tina-Red-ETJ & J Pareo & N, E, T & R Chupp Inola, OkVeguita, NMY
272758JD-Sheronahill AriaAddie PartnersPhoenix, AZY
28172746JG-Springs A Tecova-RedEmily, Breanna & Leann GoodeLiberty, KYY
292727Prestige-As War Reflex-RedAllison SkinnerBear Lake, PAN
302765Vz-K Acetylne Maraca-Red-ETKamphuis Farms LLC & Mystik-Kreek Farm LLCBrandon, WIY
31182743Nise-N-Fancy Rmpn Chili-RedOliver, Owen & Addison NisenLeesburg, INY
322731Golden-Oaks Araceli-Red-ETGolden Oaks FarmWauconda, ILY
33192740Hawkeye-JK Aspen-Red=etJonathan & Brooke KrogmanAshton, IAY
34202729Ms Dv-Meadows Sundrop-RedH. Sleik, A. Zick, A. Buttke, & E LokerPickett, WIY
35212754Cache-Valley Max Jazzi-RedXander HarrisRichmond, UTY

Winter Heifer Calf

Dridge Dice Hottie-Red-ET
1st place Winter Calf
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Darlington Ridge Farms Darlington, WI
PlJrB&OJr B&OEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
112781Dridge Dice Hottie-Red-ETDarlington Ridge FarmsDarlington, WIY
22777Ms Synergy Soren-RedJamison JauquetLuxemburg, WIN
32807Kampy Hulu Abolish-Red-ETClarkvalleyBeaverton, ONN
42770Andrews Hulu Stella-Red-ETShowbox SiresRudolph, WIN
5112803Betley Longitude-Red-ETClaire & Jacob BetleyPulaski, WIY
622799Siemers All Taki-Red-ETTyler LeuchPulaski, WIN
732785Betley Latitude-Red-ETRylan PikeHardyville, KYN
842786Betley Lkings Simba-Red-ETJ, L & M Harbaugh and D & C RyanFond Du Lac, WIN
952809Siemers War Seven-Red-ETJames Clayton HardestyBerryville, VAN
1062775KCCK Dice Rewind-Red-ETAva & Bryson KiefferUtica, MNN
1172782Mead-Manor Stop Addie-Red-ETBentley, Blake and Brodie BrantmeierHilbert, WIN
1282791Valley-Folts Janalee-RedIsaac Folts and Jannalee ColemanNorth Collins, NYY
132796Midas-Touch Cruiser-Red-ETJennifer King and Tom SmithWaddington, NYY
142795Lazy M Dice Rapture-ETMichael MaierStitzer, WIY
153149Scenic-Moraine Jenleigh-RedLily and Brandt HopkinsOconomowoc, WIN
1692800Smith-Crest R Senorita-RedLeah, Hattie and Blake SmithWatertown, WIY
172766St-Yle-Sa Party Crasher-RedStephanie AvesBelmont, WIY
18102804Betley Look At Her-Red-ETEvan, Alexa, Rosella, and Willem BreySturgeon Bay, WIN
192810Silverview-Lane Lets Go-RedDaniel Lee FullenkampFt Recovery, OHN
202802Arb Flo Spr Hadassa Red EtSam McwilliamsSomerset, PAN
21112788Elmlo Appleseed-Red-ETMacie & Ainsley NobleLancaster, WIN
22122768Jerian Alpha Rally-RedColton & Eastan Brown and Kaylee & Carter JacksonBarron, WIN
232787Cherry-Lor Rb Raegan-RedKennedy CloningerMillmont, PAN
242790Ms Shes Mad Sassy-RedEmily Lampson and Dalton CookCastile, NYY
25132792Betley Lkings Nala-Red-ETHayley SleikPickett, WIN
26142798Ms Beths Alpha Beta-Red-ETMattea QuigleyHastings, MNN
272784Wilnore Ace Roulette-RedMcnally FarmsMilton, WIY
282797Midas-Touch H Crypto-Red-ETMason PryorWaddington, NYN
29152805Cache-Valley J Hazel-Red-ETXander HarrisRichmond, UTY
30163150Valley-Folts Joyous-RedIsaac Folts and Jannalee ColemanNorth Collins, NYY
31172774Cost Dice Assassin-Red-ETWilliam Spreng ColeBucyrus, OHN
32182776KCCK Dice Roll-Et-RedAlanna and Nolan SchatzLime Springs, IAN
33192783Nehls-Valley Be Lottery-RedH. Sleik, A. Zick, A. Buttke, & E LokerPickett, WIN
34202773W Pine Grove Braz Rodeo-RedWesley & Matthew WinchFennimore, WIY
35212801Wil-O-Knoll Richmn Romp-RedEvangeline ReidmanPlain City, OHN
36222808Ms Bella View Eleanor-RedBrynn & Ella Spiniolas & Hailey AbrahamNorwood, ONN
37232794Krullcrest Rcg Mila-Red-ETM Heinsohn & K, W & P ZimmermanBrodhead, WIN
38242793Cache-Valley Sexy In-RedXander HarrisRichmond, UTY
39252771Ms Maples Madison-RedEthan PalmerWaukon, IAN
402769Lonely-Mile Mari London-RedJade PinterMedford, WIY

Fall Heifer Calf

Ms Believe In Faith-Red-ET
1st place Fall Calf
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
T&S Krohlow, William Schultz III, Yvonne Preder
PlJrB&OJr B&OEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
112816Ms Believe In Faith-Red-ETT&S Krohlow, William Schultz III, Yvonne PrederBlack Creek, WIY
212829Redcarpet Afterparty-Red-ETBrady & Abbey LorenzBricelyn, MNN
32847Flower-Brook Helene-Red-ETPlainfield Farms LLCBelmont, OHN
42828Milksource B Tito-Red-ETMilk Source GeneticsKaukauna, WIY
52827Kress-Hill Sky-Red-ETChris & Jennifer HillThurmont, MDN
622845Karnview Alpha Mapleleaf-RedKale, Kley, Ryan, Logan BeerBerne, INN
72830Sco-Lo Dc Rogue 2572-Red-ETBenjamin & Jennifer Wallace and Steve McdonaldStoughton, WIN
8312838Canary Analyst Nala-RedCharlise, Ava, & Gabriel CanaryMiddleburgh, NYY
92840Ms Believe Its Tru-Red-ETClarkvalleyBeaverton, ONN
102817Ms Blieve Fineaswine-Red-ETT&S Krohlow, William Schultz III, Yvonne PrederBlack Creek, WIY
112819Curr-Vale Alph Amore-Red-ETCurrie HolsteinsTully, NYY
122842Stolhaven Alligent-Red-ETAlpheus StoltzfusClear Spring, MDY
132835Scenic-Vale Rapturous-RedT & S Krohlow, Wm Schultz III, Y PrederWaldo, WIY
142846Tri-Koebel Dice Eli-RedV&j Spreng, J Ackley, J&k MuseEast Liberty, OHN
152848Golden-Oaks Tang Ada-Red-ETGolden Oaks FarmWauconda, ILY
162841Siemers Tommi-Red-ETChase, Connor, Chip Savage and T DegrootUnion Bridge, MDN
1742832Andrews Alt Firefly-Red-ETJazmyn & Chase HeegColby, WIN
182834KCCK Dice For Cash-Red-ETCash PartnershipLittle Britian, ONN
192825Danhof R Showstopper-Red-ETZachary DanhofWaukon, IAY
2052849Ocean-View Exciting In-RedKyle M WelkPeach Bottom, PAN
212852Rosedale Fiercnessin-Red-ETRosedale Genetics LtdOxford, WIY
2262814Summit Alpha Alaska-Red-ETMakenzie & Callen FerrisGervais, ORY
2372813Kress-Hill A Stella-Red-ETGabriel, Keyanna, Rylen & Titus MentinkOostburg, WIN
242812St-Yle-Sa All Attitude-RedStephanie AvesBelmont, WIY
253151Curr-Vale Bahama Mama-RedMaple Downs Farms II, P Vail, & D TillapaughMiddleburgh, NYN
262824Curr-Vale Bananasplt-Red-ETMacala M. GrahamKewaunee, WIN
272826Ideal-View T Jukebox-Red-ETLuke Alsleben & Benjamin and Blaize DonnayBaldwin, WIY
282833Cop-Ridge War Presley-RedCopper Ridge FarmsJanesville, WIY
292821Willow?s Edge Claire-Red-ETBonnie Van DykNew Richmond, WIY
3082820Kress-Hill Stunning-Red-ETBrayden Carpio and Kiliana BreuerKersey, CON
312822Do-N-Joy Unst Jalyn-Red-ETRaylore Farm, Kiley Lickfelt & Trudy WrightHutchinson, MNN
322815Thorgy-Way Hs Babe-RedJackson ThorgersonGilman, WIY

Summer Yearling Heifer

PlJrB&OJr B&OEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
11112858Kiefland Bulletproof-Red-ETAva & Bryson KiefferUtica, MNY
222853Bella-View Cruznredlit-RedJ, L & M Harbaugh and A & A LoehrMarion, WIY
32862Cornerest Clementine-RedTim & Sarah Putnam and Joyal FoundryPiermont Nh, NHN
42865Betley Long Live-Red-ETClaire & Jacob BetleyPulaski, WIY
52875Siemers Hulu Takara-Red-ETChris & Jen Hill and Airoso DairyThurmont, MDN
632855Kiefland Rmpn Maddie-Red-TWAva & Bryson KiefferUtica, MNY
72864Scenic-Edge Style Jaida-RedC, K, & G Grinstead G & J BoykeFond du Lac, WIN
842861Ms Cherry-Lily War Rave-RedLily MarshmanOxford, NYN
952857Ms Red-Violet Lady Gaga-RedClaire, Luke Ziemba & Elizabeth GunstCambridge, WIY
1062874Extramile Ambrose Pride-RedAmelia SammetingerHomestead, IAN
1172873Valley-Folts Jodi-RedIsaac Folts and Jannalee ColemanNorth Collins, NYY
1282856Milksource Haha-Red-ETChloe & Claire LambOakfield, NYN
132876R-E-W Rihanna-RedTerry Klever & Andrea WillingHartford, WIN
142854Rocky-Run Anchorage-RedGolden Oaks FarmWauconda, ILN
152870Ms Gebert Altitud Roofie-RedCassandra GebertWawaka, INY
1692869Ms Heatwave Ana-Red-ETJason & Jared Pareo, Adelyn Ford & Aria PechalVeguita, NMN
17102871Ms Heart-O-Rose War-Red-ETBrianna, Caden, Laynee, & Ivee LopesShoshone, IDN

Spring Yearling Heifer

Milksource Shay-Red-ET
1st place Spring Yearling
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Milk Source LLC & Jeremy Holthaus Kaukauna, WI
PlJrB&OJr B&OEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
112884Milksource Shay-Red-ETMilk Source LLC & Jeremy HolthausKaukauna, WIY
22879Lyn-Vale Believeitornot-RedGary BreitlowPulaski, WIN
32886Bougie Rhot Shaboozy-Red-ETIntrigue, T & L Cattle Ltd & Scott CulbertsonCosmos, MNN
42887Cherry-Lor Al Rookie-Red-ETChase, Connor, Chip Savage and T DegrootUnion Bridge, MDN
5112890Betley Moovin Lotsof-Red-ETClaire & Jacob BetleyPulaski, WIY
62888Excelerant Real Hot-Red-ETMount Elgin Dairy Farms, Allarway Holsteins, Sunny Terrace HolsteinsGuelph, ONN
72885Bougie Redhot Greeny-Red-ETPundsack, Schiffler, Intrigue Holsteins & StranshomeCosmos, MNY
82881Lyn-Vale Altitde Cassie-RedT & S Krohlow, Wm Schultz III, Y PrederWaldo, WIY
92902Durkacres River Bank-Red-ETAlpheus StoltzfusClear Spring, MDN
102889Blondin Cheerful Lust-RedFerme Blondin and Blondin SiresSt-Placide, QCY
112877Red-Violet Hulu Alma-Red-ETClaire, Luke Ziemba & Elizabeth GunstCambridge, WIY
122897Gencraft Alpha Jackie-RedJames Patrick NipleWapakoneta, OHY
1322905Luck-E Acetylene Ace-RedLandon NeelyUtica, PAN
142894Kingsway Warrior Lookout-RedC & L Buckley, N & L Gilbert and A CarrierLawrenceburg, KYN
152880Solid-Gold Al Lima B-Red-ETMike and Cindy WeimerEmlenton, PAY
162900Mead-Manor Alt Adley-Red-ETClaire & Jacob BetleyPulaski, WIN
172898J-Folts Alt Lovehandles-RedEmily G LampsonCastile, NYN
1832882Oakfield Age B4 Buty-Red-ETC, K, & G Grinstead G & J BoykeFond du Lac, WIN
1942895Qc-Sam Ropen Legacy-RedAmelia SammetingerHomestead, IAY
2052878Golden-Oaks Alpha-Red-ETAbbie GahringHomestead, IAN
2162904Ms Makamoov Razzed-Red-ETMia Smith & Finley & Navy HeinsohnElroy, WIY
2272893Hilrose Hulu Alaska-Red-ETBentley, Blake and Brodie BrantmeierHilbert, WIY
2382899Kress-Hill Smirk-Red-ETOwen & Kendyll KressNewton, WIY
2492896Cherry-Lor War Riana-RedBethany EberlinMuncy, PAY
252891Ember-Donk Bubblegum-Red-ETBenjamin Nicholas Donnay and Eric WachtendonkBaldwin, WIY

Winter Yearling Heifer

Threesisters Jealous Sl-Red
1st place Winter Yearling
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Shelby Swanson
PlJrB&OJr B&OEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
11112917Threesisters Jealous Sl-RedShelby SwansonHutchinson, MNY
22914Golden-Oaks St Fancy-Red-ETCallie, Conway, Cooper & Case KrohlowPoynette, WIN
322922Red-Violet The North-Red-ETHailey Abraham & Ella SpiniolasNorwood, ONN
42924Brismer Advancer JenaBreamont Holsteins, Vale-O-Skene HolsteinsLittle Britian, ONN
52913Cherry-Lor W Rival-Red-ETElsie MathewsPortales, NMN
62921Lyn-Vale Roberta-RedT&S Krohlow, William Schultz III, Yvonne PrederBlack Creek, WIY
732912El-Lyn Architect Rose-RedCampbell and Royce Booth And Kassidy TaylorPlymouth, WIN
82926Reykug Db Hothead-Red-ETReyncrest Farm & Fly Higher HolsteinsCorfu, NYY
942925Hardscrabble Warr Meta-RedSummer, Brody, and Shyanne HammannBarron, WIN
1053152Ms Rompen Mystic-Red-ETMikayla DerrNew Windsor, MDN
112910Hilrose Altitd Amaya-Red-ETBentley, Blake and Brodie BrantmeierHilbert, WIY
122923Sarah-Fitz Ava-Red-ETSarah & Michael FitzgeraldBelvidere, ILY
132911Karnview Warrior Bell-RedT, E, M, Uber, J&A London, C TanisAdamsville, PAN
1462927Synergy Sally-RedJustin S. OssmannGreenleaf, WIN
152908Hurtgen-Vue W Victorius-RedRichard HurtgenCambridge, WIY
1672907Trent-Way War Damino-Red-ETTaylor FergusonMount Horeb, WIN
172915McAndrews Blizzard 3703-RedMcAndrews Dairy LLCSauk Centre, MNY
1882909Royal-Vista Rose-Red-ETTryce & Brilynn Schanbacher & Abbie GahringHomestead, IAN
1992920Oakfield Rom Lampoon-Red-ETLauren and Brayden BreunigSauk City, WIN
20102916Rocky-Run Mvn Alura-Red-ETEmily GoodeLiberty, KYN

Fall Yearling Heifer

Sugar-C Turbo Tilly-Red-ET
1st place Fall Yearling
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Landon & Mylie Wendorf
PlJrB&OJr B&OEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
112928Sugar-C Turbo Tilly-Red-ETLandon & Mylie WendorfIxonia, WIN
222931Quietcove Hot Topic-RedH, H & H Mcisaac, and M & M PriceChebanse, ILN
3313153Red-Violet Lilah-Red-ETElizabeth Gunst & Claire & Luke ZiembaHartford, WIY
442929Hamming Advancer Two Step-RedAddison LortieAlbion, INN
552930Kress-Hill Strap-On-RedKinsley Wittmus, Kadee, Maeson & Bryson ChristiansenValders, WIN

Yearling Heifer in Milk

Redlily Arch Libby-Red-ET
1st place Milking Yearling
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Avery Eaton and Glamourview-Iager & Walton Marietta, NY
PlJrB&OJr B&OUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
1112943Redlily Arch Libby-Red-ETAvery Eaton and Glamourview-Iager & WaltonMarietta, NYY
22950Fortale Aircraft Lyzee-RedFerme Blondin & Ferme FortaleSt-Placide, QCY
32959JD-Sheronia Amethist-RedAddie PartnersPhoenix, AZY
42961Golden-Oaks-I Altitu-Red-ETCarpsdale Farms Ltd, E Petit & B MayoEnosburg Falls, VTN
512956Hammertime Al Norski-Red-ETClaire & Jacob BetleyPulaski, WIN
62948Oakfield A Lets Roll-Red-ETOakfield Corners DairyOakfield, NYY
72947Siemers Ltnght Party-Red-ETDevon ChrystalHopkinton, IAN
82942Luck-E Arc Alleluia-Red-ETHope & Blake EngelHampshire, ILY
92960Extramile Altitude Apricot-ETMount Elgin Dairy FarmsGuelph, ONN
103156Luck-E Azoom Avo-Red-ETGolden Oaks FarmWauconda, ILN
112953Grace-Leigh Sleezy-Red-ETJ Lora, Jt Couch, T&e Uber, & M UberAdamsville, PAN
12212957Kara-Kesh-RK Ad Sparkle-RedCurtis, Evelyn & Agnes GriffinThief River Falls, MNY
132962Kampy Altitude Jewel-Red-ETKamphuis Farms LLCBrandon, WIY
143157Maple-Downs-DT Harly-Red-ETDuane Tillapaugh & Gregory LloydMiddleburgh, NYY
152941Sugar-C Turbo Tally-Red-ETSugar Creek DairyElkhorn, WIY
1632955Siemers Teq Tinder-Red-ETLuke TanisMillmont, PAN
172958JD-Sherona Afection-Red-ETAddie PartnersPhoenix, AZY
1842949Mead-Manor Alt Aleah-Red-ETC & C Coffeen and B, K, K & G PollackDepere, WIN
1952952Erbacres Azaria-Red-ETNevin F T ErbsenLanark, ILY

Spring Junior Two-Year-Old Cow

Hodglynn Unstopabul Veince-Red
1st place Spring Junior Two-Year-Old Cow
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Claire & Jacob Betley Pulaski, WI
PlJrB&OJr B&OUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
1112985Hodglynn Unstopabul Veince-RedClaire & Jacob BetleyPulaski, WIN
2102982Arizona Awesme Smore-Red-ETArizona Dairy CoDelavan, WIY
302984Trent-Way Rompen Cane-RedAlicia & Jonathan LambOakfield, NYN
402991Betley Lets Get It-Red-ETL Moser, J Eggink, M Gregory & M UpchurchMchenry, ILN
5202994Kress-Hill Shook-It-Red-ETBrody Anfinson & Claire OppermanWaukon, IAN
603000Flower-Brook Ginn-Red-ETAndrew StueweHamburg, MNY
7302998Kress-Hill Snazzy-Red-ETBrayden Carpio and Kiliana BreuerKersey, CON
84102989Lakeshore Alt Emiri-RedTaylor, Layla & Kaylyn PowellHilmar, CAY
9502990Fairmont Warior Foxy-Red-ETWyatt ChambersTunbridge, VTN
10602997Gehm-Ozroyal Warr Alani-RedEmily, Breanna & Leann GoodeLiberty, KYN
NP3001M-Divine W Lady Jane-Red-ETBrooklyn, Bryce & Blakely Kohls and Bralin ReganArlington, MNN

Winter Senior Two-Year-Old Cow

Ms Redeye Afterparty-Red
1st place Winter Two Year Old
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Tyler Carter, Rodney & Kate Hetts, Tim Best Greenville, IL
PlJrB&OJr B&OProdUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
113005Ms Redeye Afterparty-RedTyler Carter, Rodney & Kate Hetts, Tim BestGreenville, ILN
23003Sugar-C Dral Abby-RedGolden Oaks FarmWauconda, ILN
31113004Kiefland Prodigy-RedAva & Bryson KiefferUtica, MNY
423006Kress-Hill Smile-Red-ETOwen & Kendyll KressNewton, WIY
533007Ms B-J-Grove Alpaca-RedKasey Clanton & Olivia SchluterMulberry Grove, ILY
63008Blondin Cheerful Lipstick-RedMakenzie & Callen FerrisGervais, ORN

Fall Senior Two-Year-Old Cow

Maples Miss Monroe-Red-ET
1st place Fall Two Year Old
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Budjon Farms, Peter Vail, Heartland Dairy and Genosource Lomira, WI
PlJrB&OJr B&OProdUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
113010Maples Miss Monroe-Red-ETBudjon Farms, Peter Vail, Heartland Dairy and GenosourceLomira, WIN
213011Blondin Alpha Aquila-RedFerme Blondin & Ferme LafougereSt-Placide, QCY
33020Cherry-Lor Robin P-RedElmvue FarmJohnstown, NYN
43159Terrylea Jordy Jungle RedClarkvalley & Pierre BouletBeaverton, ONN
53019Hilrose Moovin Ash-Red-ETMichael MaierPulaski, WIN
63022Ms Duckett D Arenado-Red-ETDuckett HolsteinsRudolph, WIY
73014Curr-Vale Journy Ada-Red-ETElmvue FarmJohnstown, NYN
83018Seavalley Ralenes Mia KhalifaD Reed, J&m Schluter, J ThormanVandalia, ILN
93013Sherona-Hill A-25176-Red-ETStephen & Patrick Maddox and Michael DeaverRiverdale, CAY
103015Siemers Warior Tesla-Red-ETRick & Megan KautWinlock, WAN
113021Kress-Hill Sunglaze-Red-ETNevaeh, Emmet, Tye & Reece ChuppInola, OKN
123023Hodglynn Alt Mallory-Red-ETKamphuis Farms LLC & Mystik-Kreek Farm LLCBrandon, WIN
133026Ovaltop Legend Becca-RedBrant FlierWaupun, WIN
143025MD Hillbrook Ipod-Red-ETSarah & Michael FitzgeraldBelvidere, ILN
1513017Siemers Warrior Tiara-Red-ETColton T Uber & Leah E HiggenbothamAdamsville, PAN

Junior Three-Year-Old Cow

Curr-Vale Baracuda-Red-ET
1st place Junior Three Year Old
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Currie Holsteins Tully, NY
PlJrB&OJr B&OProdUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
1113040Curr-Vale Baracuda-Red-ETCurrie HolsteinsTully, NYY
23050J-Folts Aristocrat Jump-RedButlerviewDelavan, WIN
313049Garay-Md-Wvg Barbara-Red-ETAlicia & Jonathan LambOakfield, NYN
43029Gleann Jordy RunawayElmvue FarmJohnstown, NYN
5113036Kara-Kesh-RK Alt Sky-RedCurtis, Evelyn & Agnes GriffinThief River Falls, MNY
63052Kinslows Awesome 181-RedDon KinslowSmiths Grove, KYY
723043Rv-Smith War GamesL, H & B Smith, E Gunst, C&L Ziemba, F&N HeinshonWatertown, WIY
83041Ms-Beth Lnit Birdie-Red-ETRocky-Top Holsteins and Mitch HockettSpeedwell, TNN
93053Luck-E Apex-P Kween-RedGolden Oaks FarmWauconda, ILN
103033Hodglynn Revere PomellaMount Elgin Dairy Farms & Breamont HolsteinsGuelph, ONN
113030Flower-Brook Helcarmina-RedAndrew StueweHamburg, MNY
123035Gleann Broadway Analyst-RedAndrew StueweHamburg, MNN
1333039Stjor Altitude Raven-Red-ETEllie BrownEvansville, WIN
143037Lake Effect Just Rose Red EtGenetic LinkSomerset, PAN
153048Stjor Warrior Lucky-RedDamon Bertke and Grant FremstadMaria Stein, OHN
1643046Riedel-Ridge Doodles-RedColton Riedel and Logan SorgPardeeville, WIY

Senior Three-Year-Old


Luck-E Altitude Attie-Red-ET
1st place Senior Three Year Old
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Rick & Tom Simon and ALH Genetics USA Inc Farley, IA
PlJrB&OJr B&OProdUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
113061Luck-E Altitude Attie-Red-ETRick & Tom Simon and ALH Genetics USA IncFarley, IAN
23060Rocky-Run Mv Arcadia-Red-ETGolden Oaks FarmWauconda, ILN
33054Durkacres Apple Tonic-RedMilk Source Genetics and Laurie FischerKaukauna, WIN
43070Pondvue Butterscotch-RedJim & Valerie Spreng, Jay AckleyEast Liberty, OHN
5113065Fairmont-Re War Fenix-Red-ETRicky and Elizabeth HallEast Montpelier, VTY
63073Air-Osa Jordy 31238-RedArizona Dairy CoDelavan, WIN
73066Westcoast Jrdy Adisn 12810-RedMadison BouletMontmagny, QCN
83057Holbric Mvn Chrissy-Red-ETElmvue FarmJohnstown, NYN
93074Andrew Unstop Spritzer-RedTanner RohnerWillmar, MNY
103062Kefay Old Flame Beer-Red PMount Elgin Dairy FarmsGuelph, ONN
1113055Terrylea Picasso Bravo-RedC., C., C. Cannon; K., L., I. JunkDyersville, IAN
123067Cleland Addison Kristi-RedJim & Vicky ClelandClinton, WIY
13213064Forward Dehlia-Red-ETSara, Wyatt & Claire DorshorstMarshfield, WIY
1433058Kress-Hill Sugarplum-Red-ETOwen & Kendyll KressNewton, WIY
1543063Ms E-Skin Ava Finale-RedLily MarshmanOxford, NYN
1653069Boxelder-Bend Ld Daphne-RedHaddie Jean Walter and Zack FierSauk Centre, MNN
1763056Cross-Town Capt America-RedLandon & Lane Van DykNew Richmond, WIN
1873071Makamoov-RCH Bendeta-Red-ETMia Smith & Finley & Navy HeinsohnElroy, WI

Four-Year-Old Cow

Valepierre Artisan Alice
1st plave Four Year Old
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
B. Lehoux Et Fils Inc Saint-Elzéar, QC
PlJrB&OJr B&OProdUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
113091Valepierre Artisan AliceB. Lehoux Et Fils IncSaint-Elzéar, QCN
23092Wildweed Warrior Maui-RedElmvue FarmJohnstown, NYN
313088Mer-James Unstop Ava-RedCurrie Holsteins & Jamie Lee CrawfordTully, NYY
413084Bert-Mar Alt Adlee-Red-ETAllison, Lane, & Callum FrancisGreenville, OHN
53089Rokeyroad Moovin Artist-RedElmvue FarmJohnstown, NYN
63087Kamps-Rx-Db Aftershow-RedReggie & Krysty Kamps & Dennis BowersDarlington, WIY
73085Sugar-C R Abby Road-Red-ETGolden Oaks FarmWauconda, ILN
83079Londondale Lyst Scarlet-RedJordan & Amber LondonPunxsutawney, PAY
93075Elm-Lane Redlight Jayne-RedLane JohnsonKerkhoven, MNN
10213083Mi-Wil Analyst Destiny-RedColton KleiboekerWentworth, MOY
1133086Ernita Diamondback Baby-RedIsaac FoltsNorth Collins, NYN
123077Flower-Brook Jrdy Heide-RedAndrew StueweHamburg, MNY
1313095Sonnenbrook Ashanti-Red-ETRyan SonnenburgBelleville, WIY
1443080Ms Smithcrest A AddisonL, H & B Smith and E GunstWatertown, WIY
153094Ruann War Apple-1017-RedStephen & Patrick MaddoxRiverdale, CAY
163081Ms War Beauty-12742-Red-ETStephen & Patrick MaddoxRiverdale, CAY
173078Danhof J Shakira-Red-ETJason & Sheri DanhofWaukon, IAY
183082Ms Warrior Abby-Red-ETMakenzie & Callen FerrisGervais, ORY
193090Locust-Ayr Monpoly Inez-RedMaple-Downs Farms II and Peter VailMiddleburgh, NYN
2053096Ms Underground Glory-Red-ETEverett, Jacob & Marion BraymanSkaneateles, NYN
2163097Morrill Warrior 4271-RedCaleb,Josiah,Helena,Adrian,Ella OlsonLena, WIN

Five-Year-Old Cow

Golden-Oaks Temptres-Red-ET
1st place Five Year Old
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Milk Source, Fischer, Steincrest & Crescentmead Kaukauna, WI
PlJrB&OJr B&OProdUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
113107Golden-Oaks Temptres-Red-ETMilk Source, Fischer, Steincrest & CrescentmeadKaukauna, WIN
23104Milksource Sephora-RedSiemers Holstein FarmsCleveland, WIN
313099Ms T-Triple-T Tl Fame-RedOakfield Corners DairyOakfield, NYN
43100Milksource Torrent-Red-ETStein-Crest Holsteins & Schnapsberg HolsteinsNorwood, MNN
53103Wrightvale Jackson Love-RedBlackjack HolsteinsWykoff, MNN
63108Londan Dairy Bjangle-Red-ETPlum-Line HolsteinsTitusville, PAN
73105Ms Andringas Light-Red-ETRocky-Top Holsteins and Mitch HockettSpeedwell, TNN
83109Luck-E Artisan Jaxie-Red-ETSteve Logan & Lady Luck HolsteinsFarmdale, OHN
93098Seavalley Ari’s Rain On MeMount Elgin Dairy FarmsGuelph, ONN
1013102Rocky-Run Springs Topaz-RedEmily & Leann GoodeLiberty, KYN
112113101Quad-R Uns Helena-RedIan & Derek SchwartzlowMonroe, WIY

Aged Cow, Six-Year-Old & Older

Premium Apple Crisp Lilly-Red
1st place Mature Cow
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Butlerview Farm Chebanse, IL
PlJrB&OJr B&OProdUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
113115Premium Apple Crisp Lilly-RedButlerview FarmChebanse, ILN
213111Synergy Spikes Sequel-RedClaire & Jacob BetleyPulaski, WIN
33122Star-Ky-Blue Adelaid-Red-ETGolden Oaks FarmWauconda, ILN
4213118Doublew-Pc Goldwyn Rosy-RedSarah HillBristol, VTN
533116Luck-E Russ-Pp Astro-Red-ETAllison, Lane, & Callum FrancisGreenville, OHN
643113Lyn-Vale Julieann-RedIsaac Folts and Jannalee ColemanNorth Collins, NYN
73120Miss Pretty Playful-Red-ETMaple-Downs Farms II and Peter VailMiddleburgh, NYN
813114Marybee Absolute Lovin-RedMary Feucht-GundrumHartford, WIY
93117Ms Shanias Snowstorm- Red-ETLookwell Farm, Osborn, & TusingElkhart, INY
103112Ziems-Drsn A Amazing-Red-ETAndrew StueweHamburg, MNN

125,000 lb. Production Cow

Glaustar Calif All Out-Red-ET
1st place Production Cow
International Red & White Show 2025 World Dairy Expo
Jay Ackley and Donald E Simpson East Liberty, OH
PlJrB&OJr B&OProdUddEntryNameOwnerLocationB&O
113133Glaustar Calif All Out-Red-ETJay Ackley and Donald E SimpsonEast Liberty, OHN
213128Hurcroft Awe Lillyann-RedOakfield Corners DairyOakfield, NYN
33135Wil-O-Mar Diamndbk Rose-RedElmvue FarmJohnstown, NYN
43136Sellcrest D Cheeto-RedColtan J. & Eastan E. BrownStrum, WIN
53131Arb-Flo-Spr Honeybun-Red-ETArizona Dairy CoDelavan, WIN
6113132Garay Red Diamond-Red-ETLandree & Dakota FraleyMillmont, PAY
723127Kara-Kesh-RK Ustbl Sage-RedCurtis, Evelyn & Agnes GriffinThief River Falls, MNY

Thanksgiving Dinner Costs Plummet: What It Means for Dairy Farmers in 2024

How do lower Thanksgiving dinner costs in 2024 affect dairy farmers? Are these savings good news or a hurdle for the dairy industry?

Thanksgiving dinner costs have unexpectedly dipped for the second consecutive year, offering consumers a much-needed respite amidst broader economic pressures. The significance of this trend extends beyond the dining table, resonating with the realities faced by dairy farmers who play an integral role in the holiday feast. But what does this sustained expense drop mean for the dairy industry—especially when milk prices fall while cream prices rise? As dairy farmers and industry stakeholders digest these shifting numbers, the question remains: how will this affect the balance sheets of family-run farms across the nation and influence future market strategies? “Thanksgiving dinner costs have dropped for two years in a row, a trend that speaks volumes in the current economic climate.”

Thanksgiving Insights: A Feast of Economic Twists and Turns

As Thanksgiving approaches, the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) Thanksgiving Dinner Survey reveals intriguing insights into the current grocery landscape. For the 39th consecutive year, consumers are given a snapshot of what they might expect to pay for their Thanksgiving staples, shedding light on favorable and challenging food expense changes. 

Overall, the survey reports a modest decline in costs, with the average price of the classic Thanksgiving dinner for ten dropping to $58.08, a welcome 5% decrease from the previous year. Yet, it’s crucial to note that this significant decrease does not erase the dramatic rise witnessed over the past few years. Compared to pre-pandemic levels, these costs remain markedly higher, with current prices being 19% more than five years ago. This trend highlights the dynamic and often unpredictable nature of food pricing. 

A frequent Thanksgiving staple, the dairy sector has experienced a noteworthy mix of price shifts. Milk, a key component in many Thanksgiving desserts and sides, experienced a substantial 14% price reduction from last year, presenting rare relief for budget-conscious consumers. This drop starkly contrasts the broader inflationary trends that have beleaguered the dairy industry in recent years. 

In contrast, the cost of whipping cream, another dairy staple often used for holiday treats and desserts, saw an uptick. Its price climbed 4.47%, which could be attributed to variable production costs or shifts in consumer demand. These contrasting movements in dairy prices underscore the complex interplay of supply, demand, and external economic factors influencing the grocery market

In essence, the AFBF survey serves as a snapshot of the intricate economic forces at play, offering consumers a bit of reprieve in some areas while reminding them of persistent challenges in others. This year’s findings encourage a deeper reflection on how these trends impact our holiday traditions and the broader landscape of agricultural economics.

Milk Prices Plummet: Gains at the Checkout, Pains in the Barn 

As the milk price decreases for the second year, dairy farmers feel the squeeze. On the surface, this seems like a win for consumers at the checkout line, but what’s the cost to those laboring tirelessly in the barns and fields? Naturally, a price drop of 14%, as seen this year (as noted in the AFBF survey), translates into revenue losses for dairy producers already grappling with thin margins. 

Such a significant decrease compels dairy farmers to reevaluate their strategies. Simplistically, lower prices might lead one to believe that more volume is necessary to compensate for lost income. Yet, overproduction can further depress prices and exacerbate the situation. Thus, it’s more about innovation, not production. Enter efficient farm management practices where cost-cutting measures without sacrificing quality become paramount. 

The broader economic implications bear a ripple effect. Dairy farmers might limit purchases, affecting suppliers of feed, equipment, and other essentials. Prices that don’t allow for a healthy profit margin can lead to more challenging decisions:

  • Reducing the workforce.
  • Diversifying operations to include niche dairy products.
  • Even considering alternative agricultural ventures altogether. 

Equally, the pressure to deliver environmentally sustainable practices is intensifying while keeping costs low—a delicate balance indeed, yet one that holds the key to future resilience. As 2024 unfolds, survival may hinge on adopting innovations that boost productivity—think precision farming, advanced breeding techniques, or transitioning to organic milk if market conditions allow. 

With the downward pressure on milk prices, there’s a clear message—a call for recalibrated decision-making. It’s no longer just about weathering the storm; it’s about positioning for long-term sustainability and finding growth pathways amidst the challenges. While this adjustment process can be daunting, dairy farmers have historically shown remarkable adaptation skills. The year ahead is a proverbial farm-to-table, where decisions today impact the next harvest—and the following Thanksgiving table.

Dancing with Discounts: Retailers Orchestrate a Thanksgiving Symphony Amid Inflation

In the dynamic landscape of consumer behavior, retailers are dancing to the tune of inflationary pressures. These financial strains, squeezing the wallets of many, have prompted retail giants to weave enticing discounts and promotions into their Thanksgiving tapestry creatively. But it’s more than a sales tactic; it’s a strategic move to sway consumer demand, a potent force that shapes market trends and ripples through sectors like dairy. 

This year, Target’s and Aldi’s Thanksgiving strategies are testaments to agile retail strategies. Target, for instance, captured thrifty hearts by offering a Thanksgiving feast for four for a mere $20, a 20% reduction from last year’s pricing. Not to be outdone, Aldi offered its holiday spread at $4.70 per person, the lowest in a decade, even undercutting Walmart’s pre-bundled meal. These maneuvers attract inflation-weary consumers and showcase an adaptive approach to market demands

Yet, the intricate dance of consumer demand fuels these pricing strategies. As grocery prices demonstrate downward mobility, consumers are regaining some purchasing power, prompting a shift in spending behavior. This shift pressures retailers to maintain competitive pricing lest they lose market share. And herein lies the impact on the dairy sector. As offerings like milk become more affordable, consumers’ grocery choices could pivot towards increased dairy consumption, influencing demand and prices for dairy farmers and producers. 

Through such strategies, retailers are engaging in a delicate balancing act that dances between the desires of the consumer and the harsh light of inflation, all while keeping an eye on how these strategies reverberate through sectors like dairy, shaping the economic pulse of household staples. In this dance of discounts, the beneficiaries are as varied as the strategies employed, with each party – consumer, retailer, and producer – finding their rhythm amidst the economic symphony of the season.

Economic Shifts: The Recipe Behind Consumer Choices and Farm Economics 

The current economic landscape is characterized by subtle yet significant shifts impacting consumer habits and farm economics. As of late 2024, food inflation, though stabilizing, continues to pose challenges to households. The year-over-year increase in food-at-home prices is a modest 1.1% [American Farm Bureau Federation]. This figure contrasts sharply with steeper hikes in other sectors like transportation and housing, where costs have surged by 8.2% and 4.9% respectively [source]. Such disparities highlight the unique pressures facing both consumers and farmers. 

Diving into the dairy market, fluctuating costs reflect broader economic trends. Notably, whole milk prices have dropped by 14% compared to last year’s figures, offering some respite to dairy buyers [American Farm Bureau Federation]. In sharp contrast, whipping cream prices have nudged upwards by 4.47%. These shifts are crucial, as dairy products form a significant component of the Thanksgiving meal and directly influence overall cost perceptions at consumers’ tables. 

These mixed signals in the market influence Thanksgiving dinner costs, which are now down 5% from last year. While some items, such as turkey and certain dairy products, have provided cost relief, the overall economic picture is framed by other expenses, like transportation and housing, that gobble up consumer budgets. Such dynamics mean that even as grocery costs ease slightly, families are juggling increased living expenses, coloring the holiday season with financial concern and cautious optimism.

Cream of the Crop: Navigating the Double-Edged Sword of Dairy Economics

Fluctuating prices and shifting consumer demand present a dual-edged sword for dairy farmers, posing significant challenges while opening doors for innovation. As milk prices nosedive, the immediate concern for farmers is managing cost structures that hinge on a stable market. The margins in dairy farming are razor-thin, and a 14% decrease, as seen this year, might delight consumers but can strain farm operations. This situation calls for efficient resource management and strategic financial planning. 

Yet, amid these challenges, opportunities for adaptation shine through. For instance, diversifying products beyond traditional offerings could cushion fluctuating prices. Could farms explore value-added products like cheese, butter, or yogurt to capture premium markets? Advances in dairy technology can enhance productivity and reduce costs. Implementing precision agriculture or adopting sustainable farming practices attracts eco-conscious consumers and can lower inputs and increase efficiency. 

Furthermore, the direct consumer-to-farmer sales model continues to gain traction. This could allow dairy farms to bypass volatile wholesale markets and establish a loyal customer base. How might your operation innovate within this transformative landscape? It’s time for dairy professionals to harness these changes creatively, ensuring their operations survive and thrive.

The Bottom Line

The annual Thanksgiving dinner, a staple of American tradition, is at the intersection of fluctuating market dynamics and consumer expectations. This year, the slight decrease in overall dinner costs offers a temporary respite from the financial burdens exacerbated by years of inflation, albeit still high compared to pre-pandemic benchmarks. Dairy farmers, pivotal to this tradition, face mixed outcomes. Declining milk prices offer some relief but reflect broader economic pressures that challenge production sustainability. 

The nuanced cost drop for dairy farmers highlights the need for strategic adaptation to unpredictable market forces. The ebb and flow of consumer trends, retailer strategies, and agricultural health paint a complex landscape, and understanding these shifts is crucial for navigating future uncertainties. As we look to the dairy industry’s future, we must ask ourselves: How can stakeholders leverage these economic signals to build resilience and ensure profitability and sustainability, not just for Thanksgiving but for every aspect of our agricultural practices?

Key Takeaways:

  • The cost of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner decreased by 5% from last year, providing some relief amidst ongoing economic uncertainty.
  • Despite the overall drop, the cost remains 18-19% higher than pre-pandemic levels, highlighting the lasting impact of COVID-related inflation.
  • Dairy products like whole milk saw a significant price decrease, benefiting consumers but potentially challenging for dairy producers.
  • Retailers continue to offer substantial discounts to attract budget-conscious shoppers, with some meals priced as low as $4.70 per person.
  • The survey indicates mixed pricing trends, with some staple items decreasing in price and others, like whipping cream and cranberries, increasing.
  • The reduction in turkey prices is unexpected, given the decline in turkey production, pointing to a drop in consumer demand as a critical factor.

Summary:

As Thanksgiving approaches, American consumers are experiencing relief in their holiday grocery expenses for the second consecutive year. The 39th annual American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) survey shows that the classic Thanksgiving dinner for ten now costs $58.08, a 5% decrease from the previous year. Despite this encouraging trend, these costs remain 19% higher than five years ago, reflecting past economic disruptions. For agriculture sector families, these numbers signify ongoing challenges related to sustaining livelihoods amidst market fluctuations. While milk prices saw a 14% drop, whipping cream costs have risen, illustrating diverse impacts across the dairy industry. Retailers craft festive offerings amid inflationary pressures, drawing consumers with adaptive strategies.

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Experience the Future of Dairy Farming: Don’t Miss the 79th International Livestock Exhibitions in Cremona!

Explore dairy farming’s future at Cremona’s 79th Livestock Exhibitions. Ready for innovation and networking?

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Imagine a gathering that seamlessly blends the rich dairy farming traditions with groundbreaking innovations, shaping the industry’s future. The 79th International Livestock Exhibitions in Cremona is not just any event; it’s a pivotal moment for dairy farmers and industry professionals worldwide. It offers an unparalleled chance to experience cutting-edge agricultural technology, network with global leaders in dairy production, and explore a showcase of the finest dairy breeds. This exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the future of dairy farming. History and innovation converge in this industry to create a more sustainable tomorrow. By attending, you’ll gain insights into the latest advancements, connect with industry leaders, and shape the future of dairy farming.

Where Tradition Meets Innovation: Global Dairy Excellence at Cremona 

The Cremona International Livestock Exhibitions, held at Cremona Fiere from November 28 to 30, 2024, is a remarkable convergence of global dairy excellence and cutting-edge innovation. Hosting over 800 animals, this event draws participants from five nations, creating a diverse tapestry of international livestock expertise. Attendees are treated to an impressive assembly of elite dairy breeds, including the renowned Holstein, Red Holstein, Jersey, and Bruna cattle. These exemplary breeds showcase superior genetic traits and reflect the pinnacle of dairy farming achievements worldwide. 

This exhibition isn’t merely a showcase; it’s a significant platform fostering global connections and knowledge exchange among dairy industry professionals. By presenting the latest advancements and innovations, the event positions itself as a crucial hub for those looking to remain at the forefront of dairy farming. Participants are given a unique opportunity to witness the breadth of modern agricultural practices and exchange insights with peers from around the globe, underscoring the event’s vital role in advancing tradition and innovation within the dairy sector. It’s a chance to connect with like-minded professionals and be part of a global community shaping the future of dairy farming.

Nathan Thomas: Guardian of Dairy Tradition and Visionary Judge

Nathan Thomas stands as a prominent figure in the world of dairy judging. He brings his expertise to this year’s Cremona International Livestock Exhibition. Nathan, alongside his wife Jenny and their children Colton, Kendall, and Camryn, runs the renowned Triple-T Holsteins in North Lewisburg, Ohio. Their operation includes a herd of around 100 registered Holsteins and Jerseys, with 30 cows currently in milk production. They also manage roughly 200 acres of hay annually. Triple-T has gained recognition for producing over 150 All-American and All-Canadian contenders. Among their champions are names like Extreme Electra and Stephan Sparkler Vera. At the heart of their Holstein lineage is T-Triple-T Dundee Paige, a foundational cow that has birthed three offspring with a remarkable score of 95 points and several other notable progeny. Nathan’s judging credentials are extensive, covering many local and international shows across Holstein, Jersey, and other breed categories. He handles everything from marketing to livestock and embryo sales, running the farm’s daily operations. Moreover, he co-manages the annual “The Best of Triple-T and Heath” sales event. In addition, Nathan supervises the show string for Vierra Dairy, which proudly showcased the Supreme Champion of this year’s World Dairy Expo, Stoney Point Joel Bailey.

Innovation Alley: The Technological Marvels Transforming Dairy Farming at Cremona 

As visitors step into the Innovation Alley at the Cremona International Livestock Exhibitions, they are greeted by a panorama of technological wonders designed to reshape the dairy farming landscape. Cutting-edge milking machines promise to streamline processes and reduce manual labor. At the same time, feed optimization software offers personalized nutrition plans that enhance cow health and milk production. Exhibitors showcase the latest genetic engineering, providing breeds with heightened resilience and productivity and ensuring farmers can meet market demands efficiently. 

The profound transformation anticipated from these innovations is profound. Precision farming tools offer real-time data, enabling farmers to make informed decisions swiftly and accurately. This technological interface boosts efficiency and reduces waste, aligning with the growing need for sustainable farming practices. Companies exhibiting at the event highlighted how automation can lead to considerable reductions in labor costs, freeing resources for reinvestment in farm development. 

Moreover, the commitment to sustainability is evident in the profiles of products focusing on environmental stewardship. Renewable resource utilization and waste reduction technologies underscore a shift towards a greener industry. These advancements are not just about increasing milk yield but are pivotal in creating a sustainable ecosystem that today’s consumers demand. 

By embracing these solutions, dairy farms position themselves at the forefront of the industry’s evolution. The shift towards innovative practices is vital for maintaining relevance in a competitive market and meeting legislative requirements and societal expectations of environmental responsibility. In the fast-paced world of dairy farming, innovation is not optional—it is imperative. Your role in this evolution is crucial, and your decisions and actions can shape the industry’s future.

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Unlocking Dairy Farming Potential: A Deep Dive into Cremona’s Education Treasure Trove 

The conference schedule at this year’s Cremona International Livestock Exhibitions offers a rich tapestry of educational opportunities designed to enhance professional knowledge and skills. Attendees will be able to engage in over 70 diverse programs, each thoughtfully crafted to address pivotal aspects of dairy farming. From in-depth technical workshops focusing on cutting-edge breeding methods to sessions exploring the latest trends in dairy economics, the breadth of topics ensures there is something for every attendee seeking to bolster their expertise. 

Delve into sessions that unravel the mysteries of animal health innovations or tackle the complexities of sustainable dairy practices. These programs, led by industry experts, are more than mere presentations—they are interactive experiences where participants can engage directly with thought leaders, ask pressing questions, and gain actionable insights. This interactive format ensures that the information presented is theoretical, practical, and applicable to your operations. It facilitates a deeper understanding and encourages exchanging ideas, fostering an environment ripe for knowledge sharing and innovation. 

The value of these educational sessions lies not only in the information they impart but also in their potential for professional growth. By participating, attendees can uncover new strategies that streamline their operations, enhance productivity, and ultimately improve their bottom line. Moreover, networking opportunities abound, allowing professionals to connect with peers and potential collaborators, thus opening doors to new partnerships and ventures. These sessions are about learning, growing professionally, and taking your career to the next level. 

As the dairy industry evolves, staying informed about the latest advancements and best practices is crucial. Cremona’s educational seminars provide this knowledge and inspire attendees to apply it to their operations, driving personal and industry-wide progress. Are you prepared to harness this knowledge and propel yourself toward a future of enhanced dairy production and success? 

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Inspiring Tomorrow’s Agricultural Visionaries: Cultivating Future Leaders through Dynamic Programs

Inspiring the next wave of agricultural innovators is crucial for the sustainability and advancement of dairy farming. Programs like the ‘On the Way to Cremona’ competition and the coveted Beltrami Plaque have been established. These initiatives engage young minds and provide invaluable experiences that lay the groundwork for their professional futures. 

The ‘On the Way to Cremona’ competition is more than just a platform; it’s a launching pad for students in their final academic years to dive into practical, real-world agricultural challenges. By participating, they gain hands-on experience, often a decisive factor in shaping their career paths and igniting a lifelong passion for agriculture. 

On the other hand, the Beltrami Plaque symbolizes recognition of emerging talents in the agricultural sector. Its role goes beyond accolades, serving as a beacon highlighting budding agricultural leaders’ ingenuity and potential. Award recipients often find their prospects bolstered, enabling them to innovate and expand their skills meaningfully. 

Investing in these young professionals is investing in the future of dairy farming. It ensures continuous innovation and leadership within the industry, fostering an environment where new ideas thrive, and the legacy of agriculture is preserved and enhanced. By nurturing future leaders today, the dairy sector can face the challenges of tomorrow with renewed vigor and creativity.

Diversity in Action: Women’s Growing Role in Shaping the Future of Agriculture

As the industry looks toward a more inclusive future, the Cremona exhibition stands at the forefront, recognizing diversity’s pivotal role in driving agricultural innovation. A concerted effort is underway to highlight and support the critical contributions of women in agriculture, a sector historically dominated by men. This commitment is symbolic and an active endeavor to reshape the industry’s landscape, ensuring that all voices are heard and valued. 

The exhibition celebrates the achievements of women farmers, acknowledging their growing influence and leadership in agriculture. The event lays the groundwork for diverse perspectives essential for evolving farming practices by fostering an environment that promotes equality and inclusivity. By tapping into a broader spectrum of ideas and expertise, such efforts ensure that the dairy industry becomes more innovative and resilient. 

Programs and seminars that examine and understand women’s unique challenges in this field offer invaluable insights. These platforms facilitate dialogue and encourage knowledge exchange, helping build a supportive community where women can thrive as agricultural professionals. This inclusive approach is vital for fostering a sense of solidarity and paving the way toward a more equitable industry where innovation flourishes through diversity.

The Bottom Line

The 79th International Livestock Exhibitions in Cremona emerges as a pivotal gathering for dairy industry stakeholders worldwide. It seamlessly blends tradition with groundbreaking innovations, inviting participants to witness firsthand the evolution of dairy farming technology and practices. Engaging with over 800 distinguished cattle and participating in expert-led workshops offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain insights and expand professional horizons. 

This event is not merely an exhibition but a hub of learning and networking, providing attendees with the tools and connections needed to propel their careers and businesses forward. By integrating the knowledge and innovative solutions showcased at Cremona, dairy professionals can stay ahead of industry trends, enhance their operations, and secure a competitive edge in the market. The question remains: will you join this transformative experience and contribute to shaping the future of dairy farming?

Key Takeaways:

  • The 79th International Livestock Exhibitions of Cremona is a pivotal event for insights into the future of dairy farming.
  • Features a diverse range of top-tier dairy breeds, highlighting advancements in genetics and breeding practices.
  • Judging by renowned expert Nathan Thomas signals strong emphasis on excellence and tradition in dairy farming.
  • Innovation Alley showcases cutting-edge technologies aimed at transforming dairy farming operations.
  • Educational programs offer in-depth insights into industry trends, enhancing knowledge and fostering growth.
  • Focus on youth engagement and acknowledging women’s contributions highlights diversity and the future of agriculture.
  • Attendees will have the opportunity to network, gain new ideas, and implement innovative strategies in their own operations.

Summary:

The 79th International Livestock Exhibitions of Cremona, scheduled for November 28 to 30, 2024, is a pivotal event for dairy farmers and industry professionals. It blends tradition with innovation by showcasing over 800 elite cattle breeds, including Holstein, Red Holstein, Jersey, and Bruna. Renowned judge Nathan Thomas will highlight the commitment to breeding excellence. Attendees will explore technological advancements at “Innovation Alley,” featuring milking machines, genetic engineering, and precision farming tools aimed at revolutionizing dairy farming. The event offers over 70 educational programs, covering topics from breeding methods to dairy economics, fostering networking and inspiring future agricultural leaders. With a focus on diversity, it also acknowledges women’s growing contributions to agriculture, emphasizing a shift towards a more sustainable industry. This exhibition is more than a show—it’s a strategic opportunity to stay ahead of farming trends and inspire progressive change.

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