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Vale-O-Skene: Making Dreams a Reality with Consistent Show Type Breeding
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PROMOTE YOUR PASSION
After a very exciting and busy week at World Dairy Expo I have taken some time to reflect on what these kind of events really mean to me and so many others. Regardless of if you are attending Expo for the commercial exhibits, seminars, awards recognitions or the amazing cows I think all attendees have a few things in common. • Their passion for the industry and its products • Their desire to earn a living • Their love for good functional cows As a kid and still often I hear the question, “Why go to shows and or what value does showing cows really bring to the industry?” I think it is important for all of us to remember that we are ultimately striving for the same goal. Typically producers that show do so for one of two reasons, either to supplement their income selling genetics with shows allowing them to promote those genetics, or for the love of the competition. Just like breeders and industry partners we (Cowsmo) are also doing this for our love of the dairy cow and to promote the products that are produced. Competing in the show ring, looking after cows in a more specialized manner or promoting that aspect does not deface that belief or goal. It is not wrong to want to come together to socialize and compare genetics.
Showing cows can easily be compared to a holiday for me as a kid. Just like any other families we made choices about how to spend our holidays and our money. True, we never went to Hawaii or Mexico as a family or were involved a lot of school sports, but we “CHOSE” to be in 4-H and go to shows and “LOVED IT”. In the words of Bill Troup of ValeO-Skene Holsteins, “We don’t have other hobbies, we show cows!” I think it is important to take a look at the big picture and recognize how much passion we have in this industry regardless of our goals and how we choose to generate income. It’s time to rise together and promote and educate our consumers in order to increase milk consumption. Regardless of what we choose to do to increase awareness of our industry and products, I think we must always remember in the face of diversity that we are doing what we love. In Caroline Pelletier’s words from our ladies roundtable, “Do what you love the most and you will never be working!” We look forward to finishing the year off with all of you at the Royal Winter Fair, NAILE and Mexico shows!
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FROM CROSSBREDS TO SHOW CHAMPIONS How Marilie Ayrshire Built from the Ground Up By Amanda Poelman, BC
When you look back through the years of your life and business, the hope is that you’ll see dreams that became reality and goals that were achieved. It’s a blessing to be able to see the fruits of your labour and to be able to celebrate the milestones that signify hard work along the way. For Julie and Mario Lacerte of Marilie Ayrshire, not only are they proud and humbled by their current herd of cows, they are proud of how far they’ve come and how they’ve been able to double their herd size and pass their love of agriculture to their children.
En posant un regard sur les années passées au niveau de votre vie personnelle et de l’évolution de votre entreprise, vous avez sans doute espoir de voir des rêves devenus réalité ainsi que des objectifs qui ont été atteints. C’est une bénédiction d’être en mesure de constater les fruits de durs labeurs et de les célébrer en se rappelant de tout le travail qui a été fait en cours de route. Pour Julie et Mario Lacerte de Marilie Ayrshire, non seulement ils sont humbles et fiers de leur troupeau actuel, mais ils sont également fiers de tout le chemin parcouru, d’avoir doublé la taille de leur cheptel ainsi que d’avoir transmis leur passion pour l’agriculture à leurs enfants.
From the Ground Up Mario and Julie, both from family farms of Holstein cows, met while Partir de la base they both were working for Dairy Herd Improvement (DHI). In 1988, Mario et Julie, tous deux issus de fermes familiales constituées de vaches they purchased their current farm in Yamachiche, Quebec, about 90 Holstein, se sont rencontrés alors qu’ils travaillaient pour le contrôle minutes northeast of Montreal. They started with 10 kgs of quota and laitier (PATLQ à l’époque). En 1988, ils ont acheté leur ferme actuelle à 40 crossbred cows. Since the stalls in the barn were smaller, Mario and Yamachiche, au Québec, située à environ 90 minutes au nord-est de Julie looked toward a smaller breed when deciding what Montréal. Ils ont commencé avec 10 kilogrammes de they would like to buy. “I was told when we started out quota ainsi que 40 vaches croisées. Puisque les stalles that if I couldn’t make it with Ayrshire cows than we’d “I was told when we started that if we de l’étable étaient plus petites, Mario et Julie se sont never make it,” laughs Mario. “The Ayrshire breed is couldn’t make it with Ayrshire cows than tournés vers une race moins massive lorsqu’ils ont easy to work with, have low Somatic Cell Counts (SCC), fait le choix des animaux qu’ils désiraient acheter. we’d never make it,” laughs Mario. are good calving ease and can adapt easily to new « Quand nous avons commencé, on m’avait dit que si nous ne pouvions pas réussir avec des Ayrshire, nous ne réussirions jamais », se moque Mario. « La race Ayrshire est facile à travailler, a un faible comptage de cellules somatiques (CCS), possède une bonne facilité de vêlage et peut facilement s’adapter à un nouvel environnement. » Une fois leur décision prise, Mario et Julie ont acheté plusieurs animaux de race Ayrshire et ont progressivement augmenté leur nombre en ayant recours au transfert embryonnaire. Un nouveau hangar pour ranger le foin et l’équipement était le premier projet que Mario avait à l’agenda, suivi d’une nouvelle étable à stabulation entravée de 70 stalles, comparativement à l’ancienne de 40 stalles, en 2008. À l’hiver 2017, 60 stalles additionnelles ont été ajoutées à la grange afin d’accueillir le troupeau en croissance, qui abrite maintenant 100 vaches laitières ainsi que 100 kilogrammes de quota. N’étant pas étranger au travail acharné, Mario a lui-même construit toutes les installations chez Marilie Ayrshire, « avec un marteau, sans pistolet à clous », dit-il, et il envisage déjà de nouveaux projets pour l’avenir. The Lacertes with their show crew at Expo St-Hyacinthe in July 2018. Back Row L-R: Félix Carignan, Philippe Lacerte, Dany Germain (standing), Front Row L-R: Julie Cossette, Aglaé Pion, Nicolas Lacerte, Mario Lacerte, Marie-Michèle Gravel, Alexandre Lacerte, Sarah Lacerte.
LtoR: Full sisters, Marilie Reality Medium VG-86 2yr and Marilie Reality Melana VG-88 2yr, their dam is Marilie Calimero Melina EX who goes back to Woodland View Milkmaid 2 EX-91 5E 2*, one of the first purchases made by Mario & Julie.
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• Située à Yamachiche, au Québec, à 90 minutes au nord-est de Montréal
• 2X Master Breeder herd with Ayrshire Canada (2005 & 2016) • Milking 100 cows in a tie-stall facility
• Deux reconnaissances de Maître-Éleveur décernées par Ayrshire Canada (2005 et 2016)
• Classification Breakdown: 11 EX, 39 VG, 49 GP and 14 G
• 100 vaches en lactation logées en stabulation entravée
• Sires currently used: Tuxedo, Big Time, Reagan, Athenos, Amazing, Chelyote and Volvo
• Classification du troupeau : 11 EX, 39 TB, 49 BP et 14 B
environments.” With their minds made up, Mario and Julie purchased several Ayrshires early on and gradually built up their numbers by doing embryo transfer. A new shed for hay and equipment was the first project on Mario’s agenda, followed by a new tie-stall barn with 70 stalls, up from the previous 40, in 2008. In the winter of 2017, 70 more stalls were added to the barn to accommodate the growing herd, which is now home to 100 milk cows and 100 kgs of quota. No stranger to hard work, Mario built all the facilities at Marilie himself, “with a hammer, no nail gun,” he says, and already has new projects in mind for the future. Today the herd, which has been bred with the goal of balanced cows with good type and production in mind, consists of 11 EX, 39 VG, 49 GP and 14 G, that achieve a 9000 kg average with 4.2% fat and 3.5% protein. Although the herd is predominately Ayrshire, the Lacertes also have some Holsteins around (10-15% of the herd). “We wanted to grow the herd quickly so we purchased some Holsteins to use as recipients,” says Mario. “They were all from good pedigrees, and the really good cows were bred back with Holsteins, but unfortunately they didn’t provide a lot of heifer calves so the numbers have decreased over time.” The cows are housed in the tie-stall facility, with heifers and dry cows in a pack barn with straw bedding. Calves are individually housed, then moved to pens of two and then into group housing. Mario and Julie are the main owners and operators of Marilie and their 5 children have stayed involved in agriculture and the farm in various ways. Mario is the main oversees the business and makes many of the mating decisions, breeds the cows and handles the milking. Julie handles every aspect of the calf and heifer care, handles all the office work and is responsible for the beautiful flower beds outside the barn. Alexandre (30) works in construction and can be seen around the farm helping his dad with the latest projects, Gabriel (28) helps with the crop work and works full-time driving excavator for a construction company. Philippe (27) is the full-time herdsman at his partner Andréane Dupont’s family farm, Ferme 7 Terres, while Sarah (25) is a professional cheesemaker and works for Fromagerie Le Baluchon while helping with clipping at shows. Nicolas (22) is currently studying Agronomy at Laval University and deals with all the show cows, pedigrees and farm marketing through social media. Additionally, the Lacertes have one outside employee that milks whenever necessary. Solid Foundational Cow Families Woodland View Milkmaid 2 EX-91 2E 5* was one of the first purchases made by Mario and today roughly 45% of the herd can be traced back to her. Sired by Blackadder Isle Milkman, Milkmaid’s dam is EX-95 10* and followed by two more EX dams. The family has produced winners at both World Dairy Expo and the Royal and the exceptional transmitting ability of the family didn’t end with Milkmaid. Her flush to BB Kellogg produced three VG daughters who have rapidly grown the family within the herd. One of the current favourites from the Milkmaid family is Marilie Calimero Melina EX, who the Lacertes are flushing and have pregnancies by Burdette, Reality and Reagan. Melina has five milking daughters by Reality already, four of which are scored VG, including Marilie Reality Melana VG-88 2yr who was recently sold to Glamourview, MD. Melana first turned heads at the Quebec Spring Show this year when she was named Intermediate and Reserve Grand Champion. She recently claimed Intermediate and
• Taureaux utilisés actuellement : Tuxedo, Big Time, Reagan, Athenos, Amazing, Chelyote et Volvo
Aujourd’hui, le troupeau, qui a été élevé dans le but d’obtenir des vaches équilibrées avec une bonne conformation ainsi qu’une bonne production, comprend 11 EX, 39 TB, 49 BP et 14 B, qui produisent en moyenne 9 000 kilogrammes de lait à 4,20% de gras et à 3,50% de protéine. Bien que le troupeau soit principalement composé de vaches Ayrshire, les Lacerte possèdent également quelques Holstein (environ 10 à 15 pour cent du troupeau). « Nous voulions augmenter le troupeau rapidement, ce qui fait que nous avons acheté quelques Holstein afin qu’elles servent de porteuses », explique Mario. « Les animaux avaient tous de bonnes généalogies et les très bonnes vaches ont été saillies avec des doses Holstein. Malheureusement, peu d’entre elles ont donné naissance à des génisses, ce qui fait que leur nombre a diminué avec le temps. » Les vaches en lactation sont logées dans une étable à stabulation entravée alors que les taures et vaches taries se trouvent sur accumulation de paille. Les veaux sont seuls, puis transférés vers des enclos à deux avant de se retrouver en groupe. Mario et Julie sont les propriétaires et les principaux exploitants de la ferme Marilie et leurs cinq enfants sont restés impliqués de différentes manières en agriculture comme à la ferme. Mario supervise l’entreprise de façon globale, prend plusieurs des décisions concernant la reproduction, procède à l’insémination ainsi qu’à la traite des vaches. Julie s’occupe de tous les aspects au niveau des soins prodigués aux veaux ainsi qu’aux génisses, fait le travail de bureau et est la personne responsable des beaux parterres de fleurs qui longent la ferme. Alexandre (30 ans) travaille dans le secteur de la construction et peut être vu à la ferme, aidant son père dans les derniers projets alors que Gabriel (28 ans) participe aux travaux dans les champs et travaille comme opérateur en excavation pour une compagnie de construction. Philippe (27 ans) est le gérant de troupeau à la ferme familiale de sa conjointe Andréane Dupont, la ferme 7 Terres alors que Sarah (25 ans) est une fromagère professionnelle travaillant à la Fromagerie Le Baluchon tout en aidant à clipper lors des expositions. Nicolas (22 ans) étudie présentement en agronomie à l’Université Laval et prend en charge ce qui touche aux expositions, aux généalogies ainsi qu’à la publicité par le biais des réseaux sociaux. De plus, les Lacerte ont un employé qui aide pour la traite des vaches lorsque nécessaire. Des familles de vaches aux fondations solides Woodland View Milkmaid 2 EX-91 2E 5* a été l’un des premiers achats de Mario et, aujourd’hui, environ 45 pour cent du troupeau descend de cette dernière. Milkmaid, fille de Blackaddar Isle Milkman, a une mère classifiée EX-95 10*, suivie de deux autres mères EX. Cette famille a élevé des championnes de la World Dairy Expo de Madison ainsi que de la Royale de Toronto et la capacité de transmission exceptionnelle de la famille n’a pas pris fin avec Milkmaid. Son flush par BB Kellogg a donné naissance à trois vaches TB qui ont rapidement répandu la famille au sein du troupeau. L’une des favorites de la famille de Milkmaid présentement est Marilie Calimero Melina EX, que les Lacerte ont mis sur un programme de transplantation embryonnaire et ont des gestations par Burdette, Reality et Reagan. Melina a déjà cinq filles en lactation par Reality, dont quatre sont classifiées TB, incluant Marilie Reality Melana TB-88 à 2 ans, qui a récemment
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The Lacerte family has enjoyed a lot of success in the show ring and have the banners and ribbons to prove it.
Marilie Gentelman Karmina, a 2X Royal winner, was 1st 5 Year Old, Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand at WDE 2018 for her owners Peter Vail & Mike & Linda Hellenbrand, NY.
HM Grand Champion honours at the All-American Dairy Show for her new owners.
été vendue à Glamourview, au Maryland. Melana a commencé à faire tourner les têtes lors de l’ExpoPrintemps du Québec cette année où elle a raflé les prix de Championne Intermédiaire ainsi que de Grande Championne de Réserve. Elle a récemment remporté le titre de Championne Intermédiaire ainsi que de Mention Honorable Grande Championne pour ses nouveaux propriétaires au All-American Dairy Show.
Marilie B B Polkie EX-95 5E 4* really Marilie Reality Melana VG-88 2yr was Intermediate & Reserve Grand Champion at the Marilie B B Polkie EX-95 5E 4* a vraiment contribué à faire Quebec Spring Show and was recently Intermediate & HM Grand Champion at the helped to put the Marilie name 2018 All-American Dairy show for her new owners, Glamourview, MD. connaître le nom de Marilie en gagnant à l’exposition de on the map when she won the StSaint-Hyacinthe à sept reprises et de façon consécutive. Hyacinthe show seven consecutive Mario a acheté sa mère, St-Ours Polie TB-85 2* (fille de Mozart), à une times. Mario purchased her dam, St-Ours Polie VG-85 2* (S: Mozart) at vente de dispersion de troupeau. Lorsqu’il est rentré de la vente et que a dispersal sale. When he came home from the sale and Julie asked Julie a posé des questions concernant le prix de Polie, Mario a calmement about the prices, Mario calmly replied, “a big price for a 2nd lactation répondu que « c’était un prix très élevé pour une vache de deuxième cow.” Baffled that anyone would spend a lot of money on a cow that lactation ». Complètement déroutée par le fait de dépenser autant age, especially by 1992 standards, Julie was in for a surprise when Polie d’argent pour une vache de cet âge, plus particulièrement en 1992, showed up at the farm! Ironically, Mario was bidding against Ferme Des Julie a toutefois été surprise lorsque Polie a fait son arrivée à la ferme. Chamois that day, who would later purchase Polkie from him. Polkie Ironiquement, Mario misait sur Polie contre la ferme Des Chamois cette went on to be the dam of famous Ayrshire sire, Des Chamois Poker. journée-là, eux qui sont revenus acheter sa fille Polkie directement à The Lacerte family was incredibly proud to watch homebred cow la ferme un peu plus tard. Polkie est ainsi devenue la mère du célèbre Marilie Gentelman Karmina EX-93, become a 2X Grand Champion at taureau Ayrshire, Des Chamois Poker. the Royal Winter Fair over the past two years for her owners Peter Vail La famille Lacerte était incroyablement fière de voir une vache de leur and Mike & Linda Hellenbrand, NY. She is now a 2X All-Canadian (2016, préfixe, Marilie Gentelman Karmina EX-93, devenir Grande Championne 2017), was Reserve All-Canadian in 2015 and Unanimous All-American in à deux reprises au cours des deux dernières années à la Royale Winter Fair 2017. At this year’s WDE, Karmina was 1st 5 year old and Reserve Grand de Toronto pour ses nouveaux propriétaires, Peter Vail et Mike & Linda Champion. Backed by a full pedigree of mostly VG and EX dams, Karmina Hellenbrand, de New-York. Elle a été All-Canadian deux fois (2016 et 2017), was not typical of the Marilie breeding goals. “We always try to use bulls Réserve All-Canadian une fois (2015) ainsi que All-American de façon that have both type and production,” says Mario, “we almost NEVER use unanime en 2017. Lors de la WDE, cette année, Karmina a terminé première a bull if he is missing one or the other and Gentleman is negative for vache dans la classe de 5 ans ainsi que Grande Championne de Réserve. milk.” However, the five straws Mario did purchase proved lucky and Précédée par des mères majoritairement TB ou EX, Karmina n’était resulted in a Royal Grand Champion. Karmina’s second calving resulted toutefois pas le modèle typique des objectifs d’élevage de Marilie. « Nous in twins by Du Petit Bois Animate, a bull that also goes back to Milkmaid essayons toujours d’utiliser des taureaux qui combinent conformation 2. Marilie Animate Karachi VG-85 is still at Marilie, while her sister, Marilie et production », dit Mario, « nous n’utilisons presque JAMAIS un taureau Animate Kaboul VG-86 was sold to Sunny Acres and recently placed 4th s’il lui manque l’une ou l’autre de ces caractéristiques et Gentleman est at the All-American Dairy Show in Harrisburg, PA. négatif pour le lait. » Cependant, les cinq paillettes achetées par Mario se A Recipe That Works sont avérées chanceuses et ont résulté en une Grande Championne à la Throughout the years Mario’s breeding philosophy hasn’t changed Royale. Lors de son deuxième vêlage, Karmina a donné naissance à des and has proven over and over that it works. “We want to develop cow jumelles par Du Petit Bois Animate, un taureau qui provient également de families,” says Mario. “If I make a purchase it has to be from a really good la famille de Milkmaid 2. Marilie Animate Karachi TB-85 se trouve toujours cow family and something that catches my eye immediately.” Although à la ferme tandis que Marilie Animate Kaboul TB-86 a été vendue à Sunny he only purchases one or two a year, Mario is always on the lookout for Acres et a récemment terminé en quatrième position au All-American an animal with show type that can fill the milk tank as well. His purchase Dairy show de Harrisburgh, en Pennsylvanie. of Duo Star Burdette Amara EX-91 is evidence of this. Amara is +17 for type, is on the Elite Female Ayrshire list, and produced 15,000 kgs of milk on her best record so far. 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Au fil des ans, la philosophie d’élevage de Mario n’a pas changé et a prouvé à maintes reprises qu’elle fonctionnait bien. « Nous voulons développer des familles de vaches », déclare Mario. « Si je fais un achat, l’animal doit provenir d’une très bonne généalogie et doit immédiatement capter mon attention et attirer mon regard. » Bien qu’il n’en achète qu’un ou
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When selecting sires, mating decisions are made by Mario and Nicolas, who both agree that bulls must have type and production with deep pedigrees. “We look at the numbers `a little bit, but they aren’t the deciding factor,” says Nicolas. A Semex-bred herd, Nicolas says, “most of the Semex bulls are genomic but we use that as a tool, not a religion.” Service sires currently being used are Tuxedo, Big Time, Reagan, Athenos, Amazing, Chelyote and Volvo.
deux par année, Mario est toujours à la recherche d’un animal qui a le style d’exposition et qui est capable de remplir le réservoir à lait également. Son achat de Duo Star Burdette Amara EX-91 en est la preuve. Amara est à +17 en conformation, figure sur la liste des vaches Ayrshire Élite et a produit 15 000 kilogrammes de lait lors de sa meilleure lactation jusqu’à présent. Les Lacerte possèdent en ce moment six génisses et un mâle provenant de cette dernière, des descendants de Tuxedo et de Big Time ayant tous des chiffres élevés. Ils ont espoir de vendre l’un de ses fils dans un centre d’insémination.
Another part of the philosophy at Lors de la sélection des taureaux, les choix sont Marilie is that “you can’t be afraid to faits par Mario et Nicolas, qui s’entendent tous les sell the good ones!” The Lacertes have deux pour dire que la combinaison d’une bonne been able to capitalize on their sales conformation et d’une bonne production doit être since amping up their use of social media. “We have been on Facebook Marilie Hades is a Tuxedo son from Duo Star Burdette Amara EX-91, who is on the Elite Female list, recherchée en plus d’avoir un taureau qui possède une généalogie solide. « Nous observons un peu les and Instagram for a couple years now with big potential for stud. chiffres, mais ils ne sont pas notre facteur décisif », and have been able to sell four animals to the US just through pictures I posted on social media,” says Nicolas. explique Nicolas. En tant que troupeau qui travaille avec Semex, Nicolas In fact, that’s how Karmina was sold. The family feels it’s important to mentionne que « la plupart des taureaux de Semex sont génomiques, picture cows and participate in shows in order to make sales of their best mais nous utilisons cette donnée comme un outil et non comme une genetics, which is also why they have continued to classify, register and religion. » Les taureaux actuellement utilisés sont Tuxedo, Big Time, milk record in their herd. “All of those things add value when you want to Reagan, Athenos, Amazing, Chelyote et Volvo. sell and help to bring better prices,” says Nicolas. “It is very satisfying for Chez Marilie, une autre partie de la philosophie est qu’il ne faut pas craindre us to see cows that we’ve sold perform well in other herds and important de vendre les bonnes! Les Lacerte ont augmenté leurs ventes depuis that the new owners are happy with their purchases,” says Mario. l’amélioration de leur utilisation des réseaux sociaux. « Nous sommes Appreciate the Past, Focus on the Future
sur Facebook et Instagram depuis quelques années et nous avons été en mesure de vendre quatre sujets aux États-Unis grâce aux photos que j’ai Mario and Julie say that their biggest accomplishment so far is the publiées sur les réseaux sociaux », admet Nicolas. En fait, c’est de cette fact that the Marilie herd is a 2X Master Breeder recipient. “It has been façon dont Karmina a été vendue. La famille estime qu’il est important exciting to watch the evolution of our breeding program, seeing our cow de faire photographier leurs animaux et de participer aux expositions families develop and how far our herd has come,” says Mario. “We started dans le but de vendre leur génétique. C’est aussi with a crossbred herd and 10 kg’s of quota and now pour cette raison particulière qu’ils continuent “We started with a crossbred herd and 10 kg’s of we’re a Master Breeder herd that has bred a Royal de faire la classification, l’enregistrement et le Champion!” quota and now we’re a Master Breeder herd that contrôle laitier. « Toutes ces choses ajoutent de has bred a Royal Champion!” While upgrades are already underway on the la valeur lorsque vient le temps de vendre des current heifer facility, future plans include making sujets et aident à recevoir de meilleurs prix », Mario on his greatest accomplishment improvements to the calf facility to improve déclare Nicolas. « Il est très valorisant pour nous insulation and ventilation. “You always need new de voir les vaches que nous avons vendues bien projects to keep you busy,” says Mario, who stays plenty busy as the performer dans d’autres troupeaux et il est important que les nouveaux current President of Ayrshire Canada, a Director and Past President propriétaires soient satisfaits de leurs achats », poursuit Mario. of Ayrshire Quebec and a Director of the Trois-Rivieres show and the Apprécier le passé, se concentrer sur le futur Quebec Spring Show. The Lacertes also plan to fill their new tie-stalls, increasing their herd to 130 milk cows, which will hopefully fill their new Mario et Julie disent que leur plus grande réalisation à ce jour est le fait que le troupeau Marilie ait été récipiendaire du titre de Maître-Éleveur à deux milk tank that was being installed during our interview. occasions. « C’est passionnant de suivre l’évolution de notre programme One thing is certain: with their continued enthusiasm for the Ayrshire d’élevage, de voir nos familles de vaches se développer et de constater à breed and their commitment to breeding balanced cows that excel in type quel point notre troupeau a fait du chemin », relate Mario. « Nous avons and production, a 3rd Master Breeder shield and continued show ring commencé avec un troupeau croisé ainsi que 10 kilogrammes de quota success is within reach for the Lacerte family and the Marilie Ayrshire herd. et, maintenant, nous sommes Maîtres-Éleveurs et avons élevé une Grande Championne de la Royale! » Bien que des rénovations soient déjà en cours au niveau des installations des taures, les projets futurs prévoient des correctifs dans l’espace des veaux afin d’améliorer l’isolation et la ventilation. « Il faut toujours avoir de nouveaux projets pour demeurer motivé », s’exprime Mario, qui travaille fort en occupant actuellement la présidence d’Ayrshire Canada, un poste de directeur et d’ancien président d’Ayrshire Québec en plus d’être directeur des expositions de Trois-Rivières et de l’Expo-Printemps du Québec. Les Lacerte prévoient également remplir leurs stalles en augmentant le nombre de vaches en lactation à 130 dans l’espoir de remplir leur nouveau réservoir à lait qui était en cours d’installation lors de notre entrevue.
The show girls in their working clothes, LtoR: Marilie Animate Kaboul VG-86 2yr, Marilie Reality Medium VG-86 2yr, Marilie Reality Melana VG-88 2yr, Marilie Volvo Coka VG-87 2yr, Marilie Wingnut Colla EX-90, Marilie Reality Locca EX-91, Ruisseau Clair Snoopy Sosie EX-90.
Une chose est sûre : avec leur enthousiasme persistant envers la race Ayrshire ainsi que leur engagement à élever des vaches bien équilibrées entre la production et la conformation, une troisième plaque de MaîtreÉleveur et un succès continu dans les expositions sont à la portée de la famille Lacerte et du troupeau Marilie.
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World Dairy Expo 2018
Top LtoR: Savanah Barts with Supreme Heifer of the Junior Show, Saphire; Supreme Champion of both of the Open & Junior Shows Cutting Edge T Delilah owned by Kyle Barton; the Elite Crew with history-making Delilah!
Bottom LtoR: The Elite crew cheering during Supreme Champion; a banner week for MilkSource Genetics LLC, capturing both the Supreme & Reserve Supreme Champion heifer awards; Frank, Alex & Samantha Gambonini celebrating Sallie’s Reserve Supreme honors of the Junior Show.
A SPECIAL WEEK ON THE COLORED SHAVINGS By Amanda Poelman, BC Exhibiting at WDE is always special and 2018 was no exception as many great stories emerged from the show ring this year in all breeds. The enthusiasm for great cows, despite the state of the dairy industry in the US, was palpable and through all seven breeds there were tears and cheers, dreams realized and raw excitement. There were 2,338 head of cattle exhibited this year at Expo, by 1,779 exhibitors that hailed from 37 US States and 8 Canadian Provinces. Additionally, the Junior members at this year’s event showed the world that the future was bright as 26 junior members topped classes in the open shows, proving that they are coming for the titles too! BROWN SWISS Cutting Edge T Delilah was the belle of the ball at this year’s show, winning the 5 yr Old class and then Senior and Grand Champion in both the open and junior shows for Kyle Barton, NY. Delilah would go on to win Supreme Champion of both divisions, only the second time in the 52-year history of WDE that a Junior member has won both titles. Additionally, this is the first time that a Brown Swiss cow has ever been Supreme Champion of the Junior Show, and only the fifth time since 1970 that there has been a Swiss Supreme in the Open division. Delilah was certainly a crowd favorite, fresh off her Grand & Supreme Champion wins at the All-American Dairy Show in Harrisburg two weeks prior. HOLSTEIN It was an unforgettable week for Ferme Jacobs, winning Senior & Grand Champion with 18
their 1st place Aged Cow, Jacobs Lauthority Loana, who was also named Champion Bred & Owned and Reserve Supreme Champion. Jacobs also captured Intermediate Champion with Erbacres Snapple Shakira, 1st place Junior 3yr Old, who they own in partnership with Ty-D Holsteins, Killian Tehraulaz, Ferme Antelimarck and C&F Jacobs, QC, as well as HM Intermediate Champion with Ms Goldwyn Saturday, 1st place Senior 3yr Old, owned with Ferme Intense and William Morrille. Perhaps the most special moment was the addition of another Premier Breeder Banner for the Jacobs family, bringing their total to seven and putting them into a 3-way tie with the likes of Dupasquier Holsteins, ON, and Pinehurst Farm, WI, as the having the most Premier Breeder banners at WDE in the Holstein show. It was a memorable first trip to Expo for Matt and Erica Enright of Winright Holsteins, ON, who brought three homebred heifers with them that resulted in two Top 10 finishes, one Bred & Owned medallion, and was highlighted by winning the Best Three Females of the heifer show. Budjon-Abbott Alexandra remained undefeated in 2018 for her owners Kaelyn, Kenadee & Keegan Weigel, WI. Alexandra captured 1st Winter Yearling & Junior Champion of the Junior Show and followed that up with 1st Winter Yearling in the open show a few days later. Sired by Doorman, Alexandra is the daughter of Walk-Era Dundee Annelise EX-95 who was Grand Champion of the Junior Show at WDE last year.
Winning their first ever Bred & Owned Holstein heifer title, MilkSource Genetics, WI, captured Junior Champion with 1st place Summer Yearling, Milksource Taelyn. Sired by Armani, Taelyn is a daughter of Strans-Jen-D Tequila-Red, who is no stranger to the winner’s circle at Expo. Taelyn would complete a sweep of the Supreme Champion Heifer blankets in the open division, snagging Reserve behind her stall-mate Gentry Marriot. AYRSHIRE The International Ayrshire Show was judged by Callum McKinven, QC, who made is 11th appearance as an official on the colored shavings, this time with Associate Dean Malcolm, AUS. It was a banner day for Palmyra Farm, MD, who captured Grand Champion for the second straight year with the same cow, Palmyra Berkley P Ruth, who competed as a 4yr Old this year. Palmyra also won banners for Senior Champion, Reserve Intermediate Champion, Premier Breeder & Exhibitor and Premier Sire for their bull, Palmyra Tri-Star Burdette.
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Cutting Edge T Delilah, owned by Kyle Barton of Elite Dairy, NY, is only the 2nd cow in World Dairy Expo’s 52-year history to be named Supreme Palmyra Berkley P Ruth captured her 2nd Grand Champion title at World Dairy Expo for the Creek & Shank families of Maryland. Champion of both the Open & Junior Shows.
GUERNSEY Winning 5yr Old, Willow Brook Labron Toni owned by Jake Booher, PA, earned Senior & Grand Champion honors. She was followed by Hi Guern View Dancing Diva, with winning Aged cow owned by Brian & Kristi Dinderman, IL, for Reserve. HM Grand went to the Intermediate Champion Hi Guern View Designer Diva, the winning Junior 3 Year Old, who was also named Grand Champion of the Junior Show for owner Riley Zettle, IL. Riley is another Junior that exhibited at World Dairy Expo for the first time in 2018! JERSEY Jersey heifer, Milksource Gentry Marriot, owned by MilkSource Genetics, WI, grabbed the inaugural Supreme Champion Heifer of the Open Show honor after winning Junior Champion earlier in the week. Marriot has winning blood flowing through her veins, the daughter of Edgebook Tequila Madison EX-93 who was Intermediate Champion at WDE in 2016. It was the Expo trip of a lifetime for Analise Stover, PA, who made her first appearance on the colored shavings and left winning Intermediate Champion of the Junior Show with her 1st place milking yearling, Julie-Ann Tequila Asia. Analise got her first Jersey calf at the age of 6, on a farm where Holsteins rule the roost, thanks to her cousin Amy Brickner, who accompanies her to the shows. Asia’s story made even more special
by the fact that she was born to a young cow that was blind in one eye from day one! The family recognized the potential in Julie-Ann Reagan Arizona who is a descendant from the Giprat Renn Anastasia EX-95 family that has produced many show winners. Another young Jersey cow also made history at Expo this year, the first animal ever to compete at Expo from another continent! Lightning Ridge Tequila Fernleaf, owned by Declan Patten, Callum Moscript and Frank & Diane Borba, flew to Wisconsin from Australia and finished 3rd in the Milking Yearling class. Fernleaf hails from the famous family bred by Bushlea and has a tremendous future ahead of her. Rivendale Farms of Pittsburg LLC had a banner show, capturing Grand Champion honors with MB Lucky Lady Feliz Navidad-ET (Tequila), the winning 4yr Old. Rivendale exhibited two first place animals as well as two second place animals, helping secure the Premier Exhibitor banner. MILKING SHORTHORN Maple Fudge of 12 Oaks was the talk of the town picking up her third consecutive victory as Grand Champion of the Junior show, but this year she added Grand Champion of the open show to her resume for her young owner Ashley Brandel and her brother Colton. Ashley, who is 12 years old and a 7th grader, bought Fudge as a baby calf with all the money in her piggy bank. While
Ashley has grown up with Fudge and is usually on the halter, showing cattle is a family affair for the Brandels, who credit a whole village of people for Fudge’s success. The strong contingent of Junior members in the Milking Shorthorn show emerged as quite a story in its own right, as Junior members topped 10 of the 16 the individual classes in the show. RED & WHITE Traveling one of the greatest distances to compete at WDE, Westcoast Holsteins, BC, made it worth the trip by winning Intermediate & Grand Champion with Oakfield A Shampagne-Red, the winning Junior 3yr Old, the youngest cow to win Grand at this year’s show. Westcoast also claimed 1st Senior 3yr Old, Reserve Intermediate & Champion Bred & Owned with Westcoast Defiant Addison-Red, their first homebred animal to win at the National level. Adding to the banner haul was Reserve Senior Champion, Ms Apples AledaRed, the 1st place 5yr Old, which led to a Premier Exhibitor banner for the Kooyman family. A fancy pair of Fall calves were selected as Junior Champions in both the Junior and Open divisions. Sired by Avalanche, Ms Kress-Hil Saphire-Red, owned by Owen & Kendyll Kress and Savanah Barts, WI, was given the nod over Synergy Jordy Spike-Red owned by Jauquet & Haack, WI. Saphire would also go on to be named Supreme Champion Heifer of the Junior Show.
Rivendale Farm of Pittsburg LLC once again brought home the Premier Exhibitor banner of the Jersey Show along Ferme Jacobs claimed their 7th Premier Breeder banner at this year’s World Dairy Expo, bringing them into a 3-way tie for most titles of all time! They also had Grand Champion, with Grand Champion honors for MB Lucky Lady Feliz Navidad. Bred & Owned Champion, Intermediate & HM Intermediate Champion at the International Holstein Show. COWSMOPOLITAN Fall Special Edition 2018
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World Dairy Expo 2018 WORLD DAIRY EXPO 2018 2018 Total Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65,136 2,379 registered guests from 94 countries Top Five countries of registered international attendance: Canada, Mexico, Japan, Colombia & Netherlands Commercial Exhibitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 890 30 countries, 6 Canadian Provinces & 44 US States New Participating Companies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Overall Booth Award . . . . . . . . . . . . MTech Dairy Solutions
National Intercollegiate Dairy Cattle Judging (21) Overall Top Team: University of Wisconsin - River Falls Overall Top Individual: Shelby Iager, Virginia Tech International Post-Secondary Dairy Cattle Judging (17) Overall Top Team: SUNY Cobleskill Overall Top Individual: Lydia Williams, SUNY Cobleskill National 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging (23) Overall Top Team: Wisconsin Overall Top Individual: Awna Hirsch, CO Central National FFA Dairy Cattle Judging Contest (124) Overall Top Team: Milton, WI Central National FFA Showmanship 1 . Kendyl Hericks, Tomah, WI
Central National FFA Dairy Products 1 . Denmark, WI Central National FFA World Forage Management Cup 1 . Viroqua, WI World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest (1402 entries) Cheese and Butter Grand Champion Private Reserve Wheel, Emmi Roth USA, WI Grade A Grand Champion Whole Chocolate Milk, Prairie Farms Dairy, KY Ice Cream Grand Champion Old Fashioned Vanilla, Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream, WI
Total Number of Dairy Cattle On Grounds . . . . . . 2,338 Ayrshire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Brown Swiss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 Guernsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Holstein Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 557 (217 Junior and 394 Open) Jersey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409 Milking Shorthorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Red & White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Total Number of Dairy Cattle Exhibitors . . . . . . . . 1,779 Exhibitors from 37 US states, 8 Canadian provinces Supreme Champion of World Dairy Expo Cutting Edge T Delilah, Kyle Barton, NY (Brown Swiss) Reserve Supreme Champion Jacobs Lauthority Loana, Ferme Jacobs & Pat Conroy, QC (Holstein)
2018 World Dairy Expo Recognition Award Winners LtoR: Industry People of the Year, Dr. Chris Keim & Dr. Dan Hornickel; Dairy Woman of the Year Jeannette Sheehan; International Person of the Year Alastair Pearson; Dairyman of the Year Pete Kappelman. Photo Trent Olson Photography.
Supreme Champion Heifer of World Dairy Expo Milksource Gentry Marriot-ET, MilkSource Genetics LLC ., WI (Jersey) Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer Milksource Taelyn-ET, MilkSource Genetics LLC, WI (Holstein) Supreme Champion of the Junior Show Cutting Edge T Delilah, Kyle Barton, NY (Brown Swiss) Reserve Supreme Champion of the Junior Show Gamlake Destry Sallie, Samantha Gambonini, CA (Holstein) Supreme Champion Heifer of the Junior Show Ms Kress-Hil Saphire-Red-ET, Owen & Kendyl Kress & Savanah Barts, WI (Red & White)
Cow of the Year, Hillrose Advent Anna-Red, owned by the Brantmeier family, WI.
Merle E. Howard Outstanding Junior Award Winner Kyle Barton, NY, with his family.
Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer of the Junior Show Four-Hills Burd Sassy 64671, Johnathan Clark, NH (Ayrshire) World Ayrshire Event Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3428, 11 lots World Premier Brown Swiss Sale . . . . . . . . $5135, 30 lots Top of the World Jersey Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . $2080, 28 lots World Premier Milking Shorthorn Sale . . $2205, 11 lots International Guernsey Classic Sale . . . . . $3404, 27 lots World Classic ‘18 Holstein Sale . . . . . . . . .$34,966, 50 lots A .C . “Whitie” Thomson Memorial Award Winner Mike Holschbach, WI Klussendorf-MacKenzie Award Winner Evan Creek, MD
2018 Dairy Shrine Pioneer Award Winners LtoR: Grandson of the late George G. Harris,Board of Directors President Alan Deming, center, with Mike Holschbach, recipient of the David C. Burket, Jerry Strandlund, Ronald Eustice, Zane Akins and President, Dan Bernick.A.C. “Whitie” Thomson Memorial Award.
Klussendorf Memorial Trophy Winner Adam Liddle, NY Merle E . Howard Outstanding Junior Award Winner Kyle Barton, NY Robert “Whitey” McKown Master Breeder Award Winner Ovaltop Holsteins, NY Overall Herdsmanship Winner Allyndale, CT World Dairy Expo Youth Fitting Contest (34) 1st Intermediate Female: Haley Beukema, WI 1st Intermediate Male: Dillon Freeman, IN 1st Senior Female: Lisa Cramer, Germany 1st Senior Male: Grant Fremstad, WI World Dairy Expo Youth Showmanship (337) Junior: Keaton Phoenix, ON Intermediate: Caden Finley, ON Senior: Madison Dyment, ON 20
Corey Geiger, left & Mark Reuth, right, present the Robert “Whitey” McKown Master Breeder Award Klussendorf Memorial Trophy Winner Anthony Liddle, NY (left) and to Ovaltop Holsteins of NY, represented by Mike, Howard & Doug Wolfe. Photo The Bullvine. Klussendorf-MacKenzie Award Winner Evan Creek, MD (right).
World Dairy Expo 2019: Tools for Dairy’s Progress October 1-5, 2019
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Fuji LELLAVAN AVALANCHE FUJI
1st Milking Yearling, Int & HM Grand Champion, International Jr Holstein Show ‘18 8th Milking Yearling, International Holstein Show ‘18 WATCH FOR FUJI UNDER THE LIGHTS IN TORONTO! Owned by: Brandon Almeida & F,C,A,J,H,L Borba
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PETITCLERC SOLOMON ASHLYN
2nd Summer Yearling, International Jr Holstein Show ‘18 Jr Champion, CA State Holstein Open & Jr Shows ‘18 Owned by: Brandon Almeida, F,C,A,J,H,L Borba & J,M,B Branco
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HANK YOU TO MY PARENTS FOR ALL OF THEIR SUPPORT OVER THE YEARS. THIS WOULDN’T HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE WITHOUT YOU. I’D ALSO LIKE TO THANK DIANE BORBA AND JOEY BRANCO FOR PARTNERING WITH ME ON SEVERAL SPECIAL ANIMALS!! “ - Brandon
MB LUCKY LADY FARMS BRANDON ALMEIDA
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PO Box 296 Hilmar, CA 95324 • Ph: 209.620.1432 • brandonalmeida@me.com Joey Branco: 209.495.8075
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Aged Cow RtoL: 1. (BO & BU) Jacobs Lauthority Loana (Lauthority), Ferme Jacobs & Pat Conroy, QC; 2. Weeks Dundee Anika (Dundee), Milksource Genetics LLC., WI; 3. TK Plain View Ripley (Dempsey), Milksource Genetics LLC., WI; 4. Cavanaleck BG Bruin (Goldwyn), Majestic View Genetics, R Shore & R Connery, WI; 5. Knonaudale Mudpie (Sid), Justin Powell, IL.
INTERNATIONAL HOLSTEIN SHOW 394 HEAD
Judge: Carl Phoenix, ON Associate Judge: Joel Phoenix, ON
JUNIOR CHAMPION Milksource Taelyn-ET (Armani), 1st Summer Yearling, MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION Garay Doorman Blind Date (Doorman), 1st Fall Calf, JM Valley, Ferme Fortale & JP Proulx, QC
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION Knonaudale Snylodge Jasmine (Jacoby), 2nd Fall Calf, Makayla & Kaleb Osinga, TX
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Erbacres Snapple Shakira ET (O Kaliber), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Ferme Jacobs, Ty-D Holsteins, Killian Tehraulaz, Ferme Antelimarck & C&F Jacobs, QC
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Unique Dempsey Cheers (Dempsey), 2nd Jr 3yr Old, Budjon, Abbott, Vail, Woodmansee & Ferme Blondin, WI
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Ms Goldwyn Saturday-ET (Goldwyn), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Ferme Jacobs, Ferme Intense & W Morrille, QC
“Two beautiful cows we’ve got before us” Judge Carl Phoenix commented during the Aged Cow class. “I just prefer the slope to the rump, the slope from hooks to pins of this first cow, and she’s got a little more pop and height to her rear udder.” SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION & BEST BRED & OWNED CHAMPION Jacobs Lauthority Loana (Lauthority), 1st Aged Cow, Ferme Jacobs & Pat Conroy, QC
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION Weeks Dundee Anika (Dundee), 2nd Aged Cow, MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI
HM SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION Co-Vale Dempsey Dina 4270-ET (Dempsey), 1st 5yr Old, Ransom Rail & MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI
SPRING CALF (42)
1. Budjon-Abbott Alexandra-ET (Doorman), Kaelyn, Kenadee & Keegan Weigel, WI 2. (B&O) Quietcove Winning Ways-ET (McCutchen), Quietcove Holsteins, OH
1. Beslea Doorman Lattitude (Doorman), Rick & Shannon Allyn & Jeremiah Lungwitz, CT 2. (B&O) Sun-Made Crave Drn Diane-ET (Doorman), Crave Brothers Farm LLC., WI
1. Ryan-Crest Hnotic Elisha-ET (Hypnotic) NDIRA, CA 2. (BO) Beckholm Doorman Trish (Doorman), Terry Beckett, ON
WINTER CALF (36)
FALL CALF (34)
SUMMER YEARLING (34)
1. (B&O) Milksource Taelyn-ET (Armani), MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI 2. Maple-Downs PV Drman Gavina (Doorman), Maple Downs Farms II & Peter Vail, NY
SPRING YEARLING (28)
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1. Reyncrest Avlanche Lusha-ET (Avalanche), Pat Conroy, Clarkvalley & London Dairy, IN 2. Blondin T&L Avalanche Angelina (Avalanche), Glamourview, MD
1. Garay Doorman Blind Date (Doorman), JM Valley, Ferme Fortale & JP Proulx, QC 2. Knonaudale Snylodge Jasmine (Jacoby), Makayla & Kaleb Osinga, TX
Intermediate Champion LtoR: Intermediate Champion Erbacres Snapple Shakira ET, Ferme Jacobs, Ty-D Holsteins, Killian Tehraulaz, Ferme Antelimarck & C&F Jacobs, QC; Reserve Intermediate Champion Unique Dempsey Cheers, Budjon, Abbott, Vail, Woodmansee & Ferme Blondin, WI.
Junior Champion Milksource Taelyn-ET, MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI.
1. AHD Doorman Silk (Doorman), Glamourview, MD 2. Petitclerc Doorman Sapphire-ET (Doorman), Grant Vosters, WI
FALL YEARLING (16)
BEST 3 JUNIOR FEMALES (6)
1. Winright Holsteins, ON 2. Garay Holsteins, QC
PREMIER BREEDER - HEIFER SHOW Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY
PREMIER EXHIBITOR - HEIFER SHOW Glamourview, MD
MILKING YEARLING (17)
1. (BU) Midas-Touch Av Cling-ET (Avalanche), Westcoast Holsteins, BC 2. (B&O) Hodglynn Beem Me Up (Beemer), Hodglynn Holsteins, ON
JUNIOR 2 YEAR OLD (20)
1. (BU, B&O) Juniper Sid Chardonnay-ET (Sid), Borderview Genetics - Tim & Sharyn Abbott & Juniper Elite Holsteins, VT
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5yr Old 2nd Pull LtoR: Co-Vale Dempsey Dina 4270-ET (Dempsey), Ransom Rail & MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI; Jacobs Jordan Carmel (Jordan), Ferme Blondin, QC; Harvue Atwood Ginger (Atwood), Mike & Julie Duckett & Harvue Farm, WI.
2. Garay Awesome Beauty (Awesome) Lookout, Gerald Halbach, Frank & Diane Borba, QC
SENIOR 2 YEAR OLD (28)
1. Kingsway Doorman Andrea (Doorman), Glamourview, MD 2. (B&O) Duckett Doorman Giselle ET (Doorman), Mike & Julie Duckett, WI
JUNIOR 3 YEAR OLD (23)
1. (BU) Erbacres Snapple Shakira-ET (O Kaliber), Ferme Jacobs, Ty-D Holsteins, Killian Tehraulaz, Ferme Antelimarck & C&F Jacobs, QC 2. Unique Dempsey Cheers (Dempsey), Budjon, Abbott, Vail, Woodmansee & Ferme Blondin, WI
SENIOR 3 YEAR OLD (26)
1. (BU) Ms Goldwyn Saturday-ET (Goldwyn), Ferme Jacobs, Ferme Intense & W Morrille, QC 2. (PA) Mapleley Goldwyn Julia (Goldwyn), Lookout, G Todd, F&D Borba & Elite Haven, QC
4 YEAR OLD (20)
1. (BU, B&O) Jacobs Windbrook Aimo (Windbrook), Ferme Jacobs, QC 2. Idee Windbrook Lynzi (Windbrook), Allyndale, MB-Luckylady, JM Valley & S Gendreau, QC
Senior 3yr Old LtoR: 1. (BU) Ms Goldwyn Saturday-ET (Goldwyn), Ferme Jacobs, Ferme Intense & W Morrille, QC; 2. (PA) Mapleley Goldwyn Julia (Goldwyn), Lookout, G Todd, F&D Borba & Elite Haven, QC; 3. (BO) Ms WBK Brittany-ET (Windbrook), Mike & Julie Duckett, WI.
5 YEAR OLD (17)
1. (BU, PA) Co-Vale Dempsey Dina 4270-ET (Dempsey), Ransom Rail & MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI 2. Jacobs Jordan Carmel (Jordan), Ferme Blondin, QC
AGED COW (14)
1. (BU, B&O) Jacobs Lauthority Loana (Lauthority), Ferme Jacobs & Pat Conroy, QC 2. Weeks Dundee Anika (Dundee), MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI
PRODUCTION COW (10)
1. (BU, B&O) Liddleholme Resur Lu-ET (Ressurrect), Anthony Liddle, NY 2. Loyalyn Goldwyn June (Goldwyn), Pierre Boulet, QC
BEST 3 FEMALES (3)
1. Ferme Jacobs, QC 2. Triple T Holsteins, OH
PREMIER BREEDER Ferme Jacobs, QC
PREMIER EXHIBITOR
Duckett Holsteins, WI
PREMIER SIRE
Braedale Goldwyn
INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR HOLSTEIN SHOW 216 HEAD
Judge: Chris Hill, MD Associate Judge: Robert Teixeira, CA
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Budjon-Abbott Alexandra ET (Doorman), 1st Winter Yearling, Kaelyn, Kenadee & Keegan Weigel, WI
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
PRODUCE OF DAM (4)
Lellavan Avalanche Fuji (Avalanche), 1st Milking Yearling, B Almeida & F, C, A, L, J & H Borba, CA
NASCO TYPE & PRODUCTION AWARD
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION & BEST BRED & OWNED
1. Triple T Holsteins, OH 2. Triple T Holsteins, OH
T-Triple-T Platinum ET (Goldwyn), Triple T Holsteins, Aaron Eaton & Brad Murphy, OH
Production Cow LtoR: 1. (BU & BO) Liddleholme Resur Lu ET (Ressurrect), Anthony Liddle, NY; 2. Loyalyn Goldwyn June (Goldwyn), Pierre Boulet, QC.
Gamlake Destry Sallie (Destry), 1st Aged Cow, Samantha Gambonini, CA
Junior Show Grand Champion LtoR: Senior & Grand Champion Gamlake Destry Sallie (Destry), 1st Aged Cow, Samantha Gambonini, CA; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Lovhill Braxton Funky ET (Braxton), 2nd Aged Cow, Joseph, Zach, Jerome & Darian Stransky, MN. COWSMOPOLITAN Fall Special Edition 2018
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Excitement at Elmvue!
Ms Elmvue Novelty Keeley EX-93 3rd 4yr Old World Dairy Expo 2018 1st 4yr Old, BU & BB&O Northeast Fall National 2018
W E A R E P R O U D TO H AV E B R E D A N D D E V E LO P E D T H I S YO U N G CO W !
Inquiries Welcome!
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WESTCOAST DEFIANT ADDISON VG-89 3YR 1st Sr 3yr Old, Res Int & HM Grand Champion R&W WDE 2018 Champion Bred & Owned R&W WDE 2018 Dam: KHW Regiment Apple 3-Red EX-94 4* Grand Champion R&W WDE 2013 • Int Champion R&W WDE 2011 2X All-American R&W • Next 6 Dams EX
MS APPLES ALEDA EX-93 1st 5yr Old & Res Sr Champion R&W WDE 2018 Dam: KHW Regiment Apple-Red EX-96 4E 22* DOM Grand Champion R&W WDE 2011 • Res Grand Champion R&W 2013 3X All-American • Next 6 Dams EX
OAKFIELD A SHAMPAGNE VG-89 3YR 1st Jr 3yr Old, Int & Grand Champion R&W WDE 2018 1st Jr 2yr Old R&W WDE 2017 All-American Jr 2yr Old 2017 Next 5 gens VG or EX Dams
MIDAS-TOUCH AV CLING VG-88 2YR 1st Milking Yearling & Best Udder WDE 2018 1st Milking Yearling Mid-East Summer National 2018 7 EX Dams from the Regancrest PR Barbie EX-92 GMD DOM Family Thank you to Triple-T, Heath & Bowen for making her available!
WESTCOAST ORION ARYANE 4727 3rd Milking Yearling WDE 2018 +4.0 PTAT Dam: Ms Apple Aryane VG-88 2yr Next Dam: KHW Regiment Apple-Red EX-96 4E 22* DOM
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Intermediate Champion contenders LtoR: HM Intermediate Champion Antia Absolute Joline-Red, Ferme Intense, Ferme Gilles Lapointe, Dany Germain, QC; Intermediate & Grand Champion Oakfield A Shampagne-Red ET, Westcoast Holsteins, BC; Reserve Intermediate, HM Grand & Bred & Owned Champion Westcoast Defiant Addison-Red, Westcoast Holsteins, BC; Ms AOL Diamondback Raspberry Red (Diamondback), 1st Milking Yearling, Jaydn, Kennedy, Caroline & Andrew Kimball, ME
INTERNATIONAL RED & WHITE SHOW 257 HEAD
Judge: Blair Weeks, PE Associate Judge: Tom DeGroot, BC
“What a trio of cows we have for the champions, just beautiful mammary systems, hard topped, but the Champion today has an advantage up through her head and neck and is nicer on her front feet for me today,” commented Judge Weeks.
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Ms Kress-Hil Saphire-Red-ET (Avalanche), 1st Fall Calf, Owen & Kendyll Kress & Savanah Barts, WI
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Synergy Jordy Spike-Red (Jordy) 2nd Fall Calf, M, C & E Jauquet & M, C & S Haack, WI
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
OCD Jordy Lochness-Red (Jordy), 1st Winter Calf, Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY
INTERMEDIATE & GRAND CHAMPION Oakfield A Shampagne-Red-ET (Armani), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Westcoast Holsteins, BC
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE, HM GRAND & BRED & OWNED CHAMPION Westcoast Defiant Addison-Red (Defiant), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Westcoast Holsteins, BC
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Antia Absolute Joline-Red (Absolute), 2nd Jr 3yr Old, Ferme Intense, Ferme Gilles Lapointe, Dany Germain, QC
SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION & BEST UDDER
Highcroft Absolute Lily-Red (Absolute), 1st 4yr Old, Steve Smith & Anthony Crothers, KY
RESERVE SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION
Ms Apples Aleda-Red-ET (Redburst), 1st 5yr Old, Westcoast Holsteins, BC
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Junior Champion Ms Kress-Hil Saphire-Red-ET, Owen & Kendyll Kress & Savanah Barts, WI.
HM SENIOR CHAMPION
TJ-Pollema Rdlnr Shania-Red (Redliner), 1st Production Cow, Lookwell Farm & Bob Osborn, IN
JUNIOR SHOW CHAMPIONS JUNIOR CHAMPION
Ms Kress-Hil Saphire-Red-ET (Avalanche), 1st Fall Calf, Owen & Kendyll Kress & Savanah Barts, WI
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Ms AOL Diamondback Raspberry-Red (Diamondback), 1st Milking Yearling, Jaydn, Kennedy, Caroline & Andrew Kimball, ME
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Robin-Hood Pretty In-Red (Action), 4th 4yr Old, Regan Demmer, IA
SPRING CALF (31)
1. (B&O) Firewall Elegant Flower-Red (Jordy), Jason A Swanson, IL 2. Ms Hot Off The Press-Red (Avalanche), Westcoast Holsteins, BC
Intermediate & Grand Champion Oakfield A Shampagne-Red ET, Westcoast Holsteins, BC.
WINTER CALF (37)
1. (B&O) OCD Jordy Lochness-Red (Jordy), Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY 2. MS Luncrest Ali 1949-Red (Avalanche) Dusty & Nicole Schirm, OH
FALL CALF (40)
1. (1st JR & B&O) Ms Kress-Hil Saphire-Red-ET (Avalanche), Owen & Kendyll Kress & Savanah Barts, WI 2. (2nd JR) Synergy Jordy Spike-Red (Jordy) M, C & E Jauquet & M, C & S Haack, WI
SUMMER YEARLING (19)
1. Rosedale Avala Lollipop-Red-ET (Avalanche), Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY 2. (1st JR) St Jacob Lady Stark-Red-ET (Addiction P), Kayla Umbel, MD
SPRING YEARLING (17)
1. (1st JR) Weeberlac Tickle Me-Red-ET (Avalanche), Alyson Philips, TX 2. (B&O) Glaustar Jacot Majesty-Red (Jacot), Lookout, Glaustar, Frank & Diane Borba & Adam Fraley, QC
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WINTER YEARLING (11)
1. (1st JR & B&O), Dayspring Diamond Jingle-Red (Diamondback), Caleb McGee, PA 2. Jobo DB Maise-Red (Diamondback), Alisa Louise Mercuro, MD
FALL YEARLING (10)
1. Entourage-LC Felicia-Red (Hypnotic), Kaydn Gibson, Ken Homolya & Lukas Schmitt, KY 2. Borderview Luchesse-Red (Addiction P), Amelia Sammelinger, OH
BEST 3 JUNIOR FEMALES (1)
4yr Old RtoL: 1. (BU) Highcroft Absolute Lily-Red (Absolute), Steve Smith & Nicolas Crothers, KY; 2. Leawood Spice Girl-Red (Absolute), Grady & Lane Wendorf, WI; 3. Rynearson Rainy Razzy-Red (Barnie), Matthew & Kate Smith, MN.
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR HEIFER SHOW
2. Antia Absolute Joline-Red (Absolute), Ferme Intense, Ferme Gilles Lapointe, Dany Germain, QC
MILKING YEARLING (10)
1. (BU, B&O) Westcoast Defiant Addison-Red (Defiant), Westcoast Holsteins, BC 2. Budjon-Vail HZ Lacey-Red (Destry), Allison Galton, NY
1. Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY
Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY
1. (BU, 1st JR) Ms AOL Diamondback RaspberryRed (Diamondback), Jaydn, Kennedy, Caroline & Andrew Kimball, ME 2. (2nd JR) Flower-Brook Coral-Red (Avalanche), Kaleb, Cole & Carter Kruse, IA
JUNIOR 2 YEAR OLD (16)
1. (BU, 1st JR, B&O) Mead-Manor Def AdelineRed (Defiant), Mike & Megan Moede, WI 2. Rob-Sara Awe Lovelee-Red-ET (Awesome Red), M, R & M Busker & C & C Meier, IL
SENIOR 2 YEAR OLD (16)
1. (BU, B&O) Siemers Awesome Great-Red (Awesome), Siemers Holstein Farm Inc., WI 2. Schluter Shelby Lee-Red-ET (Awesome), Dennis & Keith Engel, IL
JUNIOR 3 YEAR OLD (14)
1. (BU) Oakfield A Shampagne-Red-ET (Armani), Westcoast Holsteins, BC
SENIOR 3 YEAR OLD (11)
4 YEAR OLD (14)
BEST 3 FEMALES (1)
1. Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY
PRODUCE OF DAM
1. (BU) MS Apples Aleda-Red-ET (Redburst), Westcoast Holsteins, BC 2. Colganados D Avianca-Red (Destry), Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY
NASCO TYPE & PRODUCTION AWARD
5 YEAR OLD (11)
AGED COW (4)
1. (BU) L-Maples Hvezda Calli-Red (Hvezda), Budjon Farms & Peter & Lyn Vail, WI 2. (B&O) Crazy-For Contender Dacia-Red (Contender), Kenny R Coppini, OR
Toronto is Canada’s largest city and a world leader in such areas as business, finance, technology, entertainment and culture. Its large population of immigrants from all over the globe has also made Toronto one of the most multicultural cities in the world FOOD & EATS Carousel Bakery - 92 - 95 Front Street East, Toronto, Ontario • This bakery inside the St. Lawrence Market sells a famed peameal bacon sandwich. It's cash only. Peameal bacon is pretty much a Canadian thing, most popular in its birthplace, Ontario Hodo Kwaja - 656 Bloor Street W, Toronto, Ontario • Hodu Kwaja is a street food staple in South Korea. Shaped like walnuts, the small pastries have a crisp, golden-brown interior that cracks (much more easily than a real walnut) to reveal a soft cake interior. In Toronto’s Koreatown neighborhood, however, this bakery offers an unexpected filling: mashed potatoes as well as the traditional sweet red bean filling Alo Restaurant - fine dining ; 163 Spadina Ave, 3rd floor, Toronto • Chef Patrick Kriss combines seasonal Canadian ingredients with French technique to create his tasting menus. Book a seat in the dining room or at the chef’s table and try dishes like steelhead trout with crème fraiche or Quebec foie gras with sunchokes, hedgehog mushrooms and chicken jus. Bar Raval - For the tapas and pintxos - 505 College St., Toronto • Authenticity is key at chef Grant Van Gameren’s Spanish tapas bar, named one of Canada’s Best New Restaurants in 2015 by Air Canada enRoute, where a mostly-standing-room set-up means rubbing elbows (and maybe sharing a round of spicy shishito peppers) with fellow diners. The menu is a mix of deceptively simple snacks and seafood offerings. Who knew jamón and bread could be so exceptional? Rosen’s Cinnamon Buns - For the java jolt • Since upping the city’s coffee game in 2009, SJCB now has five locations, including one in the financial district and another across from Trinity-Bellwoods Park. Each location serves coffee and espresso made with beans from Sam James’ roasting company, Cut Coffee.
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1. Ron & Kristy Ratliff & Trustees, KS 2. Owen & Kendyll Kress & Savanah Barts, WI
Toronto, Ontario
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125,000 LB (6)
1. (BU) Highcroft Absolute Lily-Red (Absolute), Steve Smith & Nicolas Crothers, KY 2. Leawood Spice Girl-Red (Absolute), Grady & Lane Wendorf, WI
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5yr Old LtoR: 1. (BU) Ms Apples Aleda-Red-ET (Redburst), Westcoast Holsteins, BC; 2. Colganados D Avianca-Red (Destry), Jonathan & Alicia Lamb, NY; 3. Frozenes LP Contdr Lark-Red (Contender), Cresentmead & MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI.
DAM & DAUGHTER (6)
1. Kara-Kesh Holsteins, MN 2. Matthew Boop & Cael Hembury, PA
Hillrose Advent Anna-Red (Advent), Joseph Brantmeier, WI
PREMIER BREEDER
Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY
PREMIER EXHIBITOR
Westcoast Holsteins, BC
PREMIER SIRE
Apples Absolute-Red
ATTRACTIONS & SHOPPING IN TORONTO The Monkey's Paw • A book collector's dream, Toronto has the world's first "Biblio-Mat", a random book vending machine. Winter Garden Theatre • A botanically themed auditorium blooms within the world’s last operating double-decker theatre • In this theatre, leafy plants cascade downward, cloaking the ceiling in a veil of flora. Nature scenes adorn the walls, making each performance feel like an enchanting garden adventure. Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada - 288 Bremner Blvd, Toronto • Spend a few hours with the 16,000 sea and fresh water specimens at Canada’s largest indoor aquarium located next door to the CN Tower. • There’s plenty of interactive, kid-friendly programming, including the chance to touch a shark or swim with stingrays. • Don’t leave without snapping the requisite silhouette-against-neon-seascape pic. St. Lawrence Market - 93 Front St. E., Toronto • Housed in a grand brick hall on bustling Front Street, this award-winning market offers superlative local and international fare. • When Pigs Fry: Walking Food Tour of Toronto's Hogtown History - 3-hour food tour of Toronto’s Hogtown history • Like a walk back in History, best cheese selection in town • It is 2 floors filled with really diverse food, fresh and packaged from all over the world The Toronto Eaton Centre • A bright and airy shopping mall in the heart of Toronto's downtown that houses more than 250 stores - the third largest mall in Canada and, measured by visitors, Toronto's biggest tourist attraction The PATH • For your indoor shopping pleasure, the PATH is an underground system of walkways lined with stores, restaurants, and services. Sources: www. Air Canada enRoute, Trip Savy
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HIGHCROFT ABSOLUTE LILY-RED EX-93 (EX96 MS)
1st 4yr Old, Sr Champion & Res Grand Champion WDE R&W Show 2018 1st 4yr Old & Grand Champion Northeast Fall Nat’l R&W Show 2018 1st 4yr Old & Grand Champion NY Spring R&W Show 2018 1st 4yr Old & Grand Champion Central NY Holstein Show 2018 Absolute x VG-86 2yr Wisconsin x 10 more VG/EX Dams from Sheik Lulu Family Lily was owned with Tom Hosking | Due back 12/5 to Diamondback GOOD LUCK TO LILY’S NEW OWNER, STEVE SMITH & ANTHONY CROTHERS, KY!
MAPLE-DOWNS-PV DMAN GAVINA
1st Summer Yearling & Jr Champion Central NY Holstein Show 2018 1st Summer Yearling & Res Jr Champion Northeast Fall Nat’l 2018 2nd Summer Yearling WDE 2018 Doorman x EX-94 GChip Galina x EX-94 2E Storm x VG-88 Durham x EX-93 2E Linjet Owned with Peter Vail
I N QU I R I E S A LWAYS W E L C OM E ! Maple Downs Farms
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JULIE-ANN TEQUILA
Asia VG-89 2YR
1st Fall Yearling in Milk, BU & BB&O WDE Open Show 2018 1st Fall Yearling in Milk, Int Champion, BU & BB&O WDE Jr Show 2018 1st Fall Yearling in Milk All-American Jersey Show & Premier National Jr Show 2018 1st Fall Yearling in Milk & Int Champion 2018 “Shootout” Shippensburg, PA (Open & Jr) 1st Fall Yearling & HM Jr Champion New York Spring Jr Holstein Show 2018 Tequila x VG Reagan x VG Motion x VG Sultan x EX Counciller x Giprat Renn Anastasia EX-95%
WE PURCHASED ASIA’S GRANDDAM, WF MOTION ALASKA VG, AS A FALL CALF FROM PAUL STILES & WAVERLY FARM IN EARLY 2011 NOT KNOWING WHERE THE FAMILY WOULD TAKE US! WHAT A RIDE IT’S BE EN!
Alaska’s Daughters: Julie-Ann Reagan ALABAMA-ET VG-88 • Julie-Ann Reagan ARIZONA-ET VG-84% Julie-Ann Fire ANNAPOLIS-ET EX-90 Julie-Ann Fire AUGUSTA-ET EX-91%, Owned by Paul Stiles & Sandy McCauley Julie-Ann Fire ALBANY-ET VG-88%
Thank you to everyone who has helped us every step of the way in HARRISBURG & LOUISVILLE last year - Jack and Logan Cliffe! NEW YORK & MADISON - Kevin and Barb Ziemba and the entire ZBW and Retso crew! An extra special thanks to our partner Jack Lomeo for believing in me and for making this journey absolutely magical! I can’t wait to see where it leads next!
Stover Farms
Julia, Ron, Deb & Analise Stover; Ann & Neil Shughart 100 Horners Rd Carlisle, PA 17015
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Stu Hollenshead, Amy Graeson & Colter Brickner 4777 Ft Loudon Rd. Mercersburg, PA 17236 Amybrickner28@gmail.com PH: 717-448-0747
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Senior Champion RtoL: Senior & Grand Champion MB Lucky Lady Feliz Navidad-ET, Rivendale Farms, PA; Reserve Senior & HM Grand Champion RRF Comerica Daisy, River Valley Farm & Reinholt Jerseys, IL; HM Senior Champion Avonlea Premier Chocolate Chip, Avonlea Genetics Inc., ON.
INTERNATIONAL JERSEY SHOW 388 HEAD
Judge: Pat Conroy, IN Associate Judge: Justin Burdette, PA
Judge Pat Conroy when speaking of his Grand Champion, “Beautiful dairy frame cow, she’s just fresh, but she’s feminine and has lots of style, she’s the cow today.”
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Milksource Gentry Marriot-ET (Gentry), 1st Fall Calf, MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Arethusa Fizz Callie-ET (Fizz), 1st Summer Yearling, Mikaela Joy Yoder, BC
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Meadowridge Fizz Sparkle (Fizz), 1st Winter Yearling, Cole Kruse & Gene Henderson, IA
INTERMEDIATE & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
South Mountain Voltage Radiant (Voltage), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Ernest Kueffner & Terri Packard, MD
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Townside Tequila Response R (Tequila), 2nd Jr 3yr Old, Rivendale Farms, PA
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
River Valley Excitation Flawless (Excitation), 1st Sr 2yr Old, Misty Meadow Farm, OR
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
MB Lucky Lady Feliz Navidad-ET (Tequila), 1st 4yr Old, Rivendale Farms, PA
RESERVE SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION
RRF Comerica Daisy (Comerica), 1st Aged Cow, River Valley Farm & Reinholt Jerseys, IL
HM SENIOR CHAMPION
Avonlea Premier Chocolate Chip (Premier), 1st 5yr Old, Avonlea Genetics Inc., ON
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Junior Champion Milksource Gentry Marriot-ET, MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI.
Junior Champion, Jr Show Meadowridge Fizz Sparkle, Cole Kruse & Gene Henderson, IA.
JUNIOR SHOW CHAMPIONS JUNIOR CHAMPION
Meadowridge Fizz Sparkle (Fizz), 1st Winter Yearling, Cole Kruse & Gene Henderson, IA
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Julie-Ann Tequila Asia (Tequila), 1st Milking Yearling, Analise Stover, PA
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
SV Impression Holly-ET (Impression), 3rd 5yr Old, River Valley Farm – Ben, Andy, Blessing & Grace Sauder, IL
SPRING CALF (30)
1. Parkview Grand Something Honest (Valentino), Brock Liddle, Jason Healy & Kaylee Wilson, NY 2. HC-Hearts Desire Fizz Lucky (Fizz), E Kueffner, T Packard & M&L Hellenbrand, MD
WINTER CALF (31)
1. Heart & Soul Fizz Faith (Fizz), D Cole & B, C, M & M Mazzaro, OH 2. Ratliff Showdown Volcano-ET (Showdown), CKK Syndicate, WI
Grand Champion, Jr Show Lto: Senior & Grand Champion SV Impression Holly-ET, River Valley Farm – Ben, Andy, Blessing & Grace Sauder, IL; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Meadow Ridge Jackknife Summer, Michael Riebe & Alleah & Emma Anderson, WI.
FALL CALF (42)
1. (B&O) Milksource Gentry Marriot-ET (Gentry), MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI 2. Milksource Gentry Mink-ET (Gentry), MilkSource Genetics LLC., WI
SUMMER YEARLING (37)
1. Arethusa Fizz Callie-ET (Fizz), Mikaela Joy Yoder, BC 2. South Mountain Premier Sophee (Premier), Rivendale Farms, PA
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Junior 3yr Old First Pull Lineup LtoR: South Mountain Voltage Radiant (Voltage), Ernest Kueffner & Terri Packard, MD; Townside Tequila Response R (Tequila), Rivendale Farms; Billings Impression of Booboo-ET (Impression), Budjon Farms & Peter & Lyn Vail, WI; Pleasant Nook Premier Jellyroll (Premier), Pleasant Nook Jerseys, ON
SPRING YEARLING (29)
JUNIOR 2 YEAR OLD (14)
1. Big Guns Andreas Virtue-ET (Andreas), Virtue Partners, OH 2. Arethusa Impression Visa-ET (Impression), Izzy Bohrer, MD
1. (BU & B&O) Pleasant Nook Apple Dumpling (Applejack) Pleasant Nook Jerseys, ON 2. Brew-Line Tequila Dove (Tequila), Emilee Brewer, PA
1. (1st JR) Meadowridge Fizz Sparkle (Fizz), Cole Kruse & Gene Henderson, IA 2. Entourage Fireman Stacey-ET (Fireman), Carly Shaw, MD
1. (BU & PA) River Valley Excitation Flawless (Excitation), Misty Meadow Farm, OR 2. (B&O) Avonlea Venom Keep Me Klose-ET (Venom), Avonlea Genetics Inc., ON
1. (1st JR) Wildweed Primero Lightning (Primero), Michael & Megan Moede & Katie Ledvica, WI 2. (B&O) Elliots AJ Confetti-ET (Applejack), Ernest Kueffner & Terri Packard, MD
1. (BU & B&O) South Mountain Voltage Radiant (Voltage), Ernest Kueffner & Terri Packard, MD 2. Townside Tequila Response R (Tequila), Rivendale Farms, PA
WINTER YEARLING (27)
FALL YEARLING (10)
BEST 3 JUNIOR FEMALES (5)
1. Arethusa Farm, CT 2. Pleasant Nook Jerseys, ON
PREMIER BREEDER - HEIFER SHOW South Mountain Jerseys, MD
PREMIER EXHIBITOR - HEIFER SHOW Meadow Ridge Jerseys, WI
MILKING YEARLING (17)
1. (BU, B&O, 1st JR) Julie-Ann Tequila Asia (Tequila), Analise Stover, PA 2. Elliotts Vitality Cisco (Vitality), Ernest Kueffner & Terri Packard, MD
Milking Yearling RtoL: 1. (BO, BU & 1st Jr) Julie-Ann Tequila Asia (Tequila), Analise Stover, PA; 2. Elliotts Vitality Cisco (Vitality), Ernest Kueffner & Terri Packard, MD; 3. Lightning Ridge Tequila Fernleaf (Tequila), F&D Borba, D Patten & C Moscript, QC.
SENIOR 2 YEAR OLD (22)
JUNIOR 3 YEAR OLD (25)
SENIOR 3 YEAR OLD (17)
2. Scottiere Kacey Tequila (Tequila), River Valley Farm – Ben, Andy, Blessing & Grace Sauder, IL
AGED COW (14)
1. (B&O) RRF Comerica Daisy (Comerica), River Valley Farm & Reinholt Jerseys, IL 2. (BU) JL Vincent Sapphira (Vincent), River Valley Farm – Ben, Any, Blessing & Grace Sauder, IL
LIFETIME CHEESE PRODUCTION (7)
1. (PA & BU) Arethusa Tequila Vision (Tequila), Ron & Christy Ratliff Trustees, KS 2. (B&O) Discoverys Tequila Jewelene (Tequila), Lisa Demmer, WI
BEST 3 FEMALES (6)
1. Arethusa Farm, CT 2. Pleasant Nook Jerseys, ON
EXHIBITORS HERD (4)
1. (BU) Minister Gail-ET (Minister), Rivendale Farms, PA 2. (B&O & 1st JR) Fire-Lake Premier Meg (Premier), Joshua, Hannah, Nicole & Rebecca Sanders, CA
1. Arethusa Farm, CT 2. Meadow Ridge Jerseys, WI
1. MB Lucky Lady Feliz Navidad-ET (Tequila), Rivendale Farms, PA 2. Arethusa HG Svana-ET (Hired Gun), Glamourview, MD
PREMIER BREEDER
4 YEAR OLD (20)
5 YEAR OLD (19)
1. (BU & B&O) Avonlea Premier Chocolate Chip (Premier), Avonlea Genetics Inc., ON
Junior 2yr Old RtoL: 1. (BO & BU) Pleasant Nook Apple Dumpling (Applejack) Pleasant Nook Jerseys, ON; 2. Brew-Line Tequila Dove (Tequila), Emilee Brewer, PA; 3. Stoney Point Giller Dazzler (Giller), Lookout, FD Borba & H Foster, QC.
NASCO TYPE & PRODUCTION AWARD & TOTAL PERFORMANCE WINNER Arethusa Tequila Vision (Tequila), Ron & Christy Ratliff Trustees, KS Pleasant Nook Jerseys, ON
PREMIER EXHIBITOR
Rivendale Farms of Pittsburg LLC., PA
PREMIER SIRE
Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET
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Grand Champion RtoL: Senior & Grand Champion Cutting Edge T Delilah, Kyle Barton, NY; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Cutting Edge Stratus Sue, Ronald R Kelm, WI; HM Senior & HM Grand Champion R N R Lebron Emily, Ronald M. & E. Renee Michalovich, OH.
INTERNATIONAL BROWN SWISS SHOW 333 HEAD
Judge: Steve Wagner, VT Associate Judge: Chip Savage, MD
Judge Steve Wagner on his Grand Champion selection: “This is the easiest decision I’ve made all day, this cow is spot on. A cow that has grace, openness, dairyness and a beautiful mammary system. She blows you away.”
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Robland Norwin Mayday (Norwin), 1st Spring Yearling, Elijah Landgraf, MO
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Wind Mill Carter Snow Angel (Carter), 1st Winter Yearling, E Kueffner, T Packard & M & L Hellenbrand, MD
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Bradner-4G Carter Triumph (Carter), 1st Winter Calf, Golden Gate Farms, BC
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Cutting Edge B Kandy (Baxter), 1st Jr 2yr Old, Ken Main, Peter Vail & Allen Brisson, NY
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Iroquois Acres Jong Cali (Jongleur), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Matthew Pacheco, CA
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
RAD-ical Showring Ready-ETV (Garbo), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Lindsey Rucks, FL
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION & BEST BRED & OWNED & BEST UDDER Cutting Edge T Delilah (Thunder), 1st 5yr Old, Kyle Barton, NY
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION Cutting Edge Stratus Sue (Stratus), 1st Aged Cow, Ronald R Kelm, WI
HM SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION
R N R Lebron Emily (Lebron), 2nd Aged Cow, Ronald M. & E. Renee Michalovich, OH
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JUNIOR SHOW CHAMPIONS JUNIOR CHAMPION
Silver Top Allstar Trick (All-Star), 2nd Spring Yearling, L: Shelby Biasini, O: Silver Top Swiss, VT
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Jenlar Carter Waltz-ETV (Carter), 4th Jr 2yr Old, Brianna Meyer, WI
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Cutting Edge T Delilah (Thunder), 1st 5yr Old, Kyle Barton, NY
SPRING CALF (27)
Junior Champion, Jr Show Silver Top Allstar Trick, L: Shelby Biasini, O: Silver Top Swiss, VT.
FALL CALF (41)
1. M&M T Sweetie (Thunder), Tammy Voegeli & Louis & Garen Oliveira, WI 2. (BO) Allandra Rich Marcy (Richard), Allan Brisson, VT
1. (B&O) Brook Hollow Totally Had It-ET (Total), Leslie & Linda Bruchey, MD 2. All-Glo Carter Popsicle (Carter), Justin & Ashley Kaufman, PA
1. (B&O) Bradner-4G Carter Triumph (Carter), Golden Gate Farms, BC 2. New View C Bravo (Carter), M Moffett, J & B Ayars & K Manion, OH
1. (B&O) Brook Hollow B Posh Party (Braiden), Delbert & Heather Yoder & Interstate Heifer Care, OH 2. Brown Heaven Carter Tutti (Carter), Matthew Pacheco, QC
WINTER CALF (36)
SUMMER YEARLING (31)
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Intermediate Champion RtoL; Intermediate Champion Cutting Edge B Kandy, Ken Main, Peter Vail & Allen Brisson, NY; Reserve Intermediate Champion Iroquois Acres Jong Cali, Matthew Pacheco, CA.
SPRING YEARLING (31)
JUNIOR 2 YEAR OLD (22)
1. (B&O) Robland Norwin Mayday (Norwin), Elijah Landgraf, MO 2. (1st JR) Silver Top Allstar Trick (All-Star), L: Shelby Biasini, O: Silver Top Swiss, VT
1. (BU, B&O) Cutting Edge B Kandy (Baxter), Ken Main, Peter Vail & Allen Brisson, NY 2. Latimore Braiden Twinkie (Braiden), Lindsey Rucks, FL
1. Wind Mill Carter Snow Angel (Carter), E Kueffner, T Packard & M & L Hellenbrand, MD 2. Siegerts Power Merry (Power), Hayleigh Geurink & Kelvin Webster, MI
1. (BU) RAD-ical Goliath Good Luck (Goliath), Terri Packard & Cynthia Warner, MD 2. Eloc Biver Rennie (Biver), Pierre Boulet & Yvon Sicard, QC
1. (B&O) Vogrin Fabulous Ping-TW (Fabulous), Tammy Voegeli, WI 2. Fairdale Hill Braiden Shey-ET (Braiden), Leslie & Linda Bruchey, MD
1. (BU) Iroquois Acres Jong Cali (Jongleur), Matthew Pacheco, CA 2. (B&O) Red Brae Spa August Lillia (August), Steven Armbruster, WI
WINTER YEARLING (19)
FALL YEARLING (16)
BEST 3 JUNIOR FEMALES (6)
1. Elite Dairy, NY 2. Brown Heaven, QC
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR HEIFER SHOW Elite Dairy, NY
MILKING YEARLING (9)
1. (BU) Round Hill Braidn Wanita-ET (Braiden), Lindsey Rucks & Jenna Hoffman, FL 2. (B&O) VB HP Norwin Teanna-ET (Norwin), Voegeli Farm, Inc. & Hillpoint Partners, WI
Senior 3yr Old RtoL: 1. (BU, PO, BU) RAD-ical Showring Ready-ETV (Garbo), Lindsey Rucks, FL; 2. Cuting Edge CP Margo-ET (Chili Pepper), Allan Brisson, VT; 3. Shen Val Supreme Satin-ET (Supreme), Ken Main and Peter Vail, NY.
SENIOR 2 YEAR OLD (20)
JUNIOR 3 YEAR OLD (21)
SENIOR 3 YEAR OLD (11)
1. (BU, PA, B&O) RAD-ical Showring Ready-ETV (Garbo), Lindsey Rucks, FL 2. Cutting Edge CP Margo-ET (Chili Pepper), Allan Brisson, VT
4 YEAR OLD (17)
1. (BU) Top Acres Peppy Songbird (Chili Pepper), Noah Sparling, PA 2. (1st JR, PA) Niermans Valor Violet (Valor), Anna Marie & Carter Settles, IN
5 YEAR OLD (15)
2. (2nd JR, PA) Precious B Pretty-ET (Bonanza), Elise Regusci, CA
AGED COW (16)
1. (PA) Cutting Edge Stratus Sue (Stratus), Ronald R Kelm, WI 2. (BU, B&O) R N R Lebron Emily (Lebron), Ronald M. & E. Renee Michalovich, OH
COMPONENT MERIT (5)
1. (BU, PA, 1st JR) Alfa Creek Parker Victory (Parker), Keaton & Kinley Topp, OH 2. Grassland Speedy (Elevation), Topp-View, OH
BEST 3 FEMALES (6)
1. Elite Dairy, NY 2. Brown Heaven, QC
PRODUCE OF DAM (8)
1. Elite Dairy, NY 2. Just So Farm, WI
NASCO TYPE & PRODUCTION AWARD & TOTAL PERFORMANCE WINNER
VB HP Advantage Sugar (Advantage), Voegeli Farm, Inc. & Hillpoint Partners, WI
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR Elite Dairy, NY
PREMIER SIRE
Blessing Tex Braiden-ET
1. (BU, B&O, 1st JR) Cutting Edge T Delilah (Thunder), Kyle Barton, NY
4yr Old LtoR: 1. (BU) Top Acres Peppy Songbird (Chili Pepper), Noah Sparling, PA; 2. (1st Jr)(PO) Niermans Valor Violet (Valor), Anna Marie & Carter Settles, IN; 3. (B&O) Cutting Edge B Sonny (Bonanza), Ken Main and Peter Vail, NY.
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World Dairy Expo 2018 GUERNSEY 227 HEAD
Judge: Brian Schnebly, MD Associate Judge: Mike Hickman, TN
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Springhill Jokes Finale-ETV (Levi), 1st Fall Calf, Springhill, OH
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Knapps Pie Time to Dance-ETV (American Pie), 1st Winter Calf, Austin & Landen Knapp, IA
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Rutter Bros Top Notch Cali-ETV (Top Notch), 1st Spring Yearling, Kelly J Johnson, PA
INTERMEDIATE & HM GRAND CHAMPION
Hi Guern View Diva Designer (Levi), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Riley Zettle, IL
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Warwick Manor Ty Carter (Ty), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Kaila, Karli & Kolby Stoltzfus, PA
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Springhill Fame Urania-ETV (Fame), 1st Sr 2yr Old, Springhill, OH
Grand Champion LtoR: Senior & Grand Champion Willow Brook Labron Toni, Jake Booher, PA; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Hi Guern View Dancing Diva-ET, Brian & Kristi Dinderman, IL.
“This cow is in her wedding clothes, the not biggest cow but extremely correct and wow, what an udder,” commented Judge Brian Schnebly on the winning 5yr Old & Grand Champion cow. HM SENIOR CHAMPION
Misty Meadows Levi Suede-ET (Levi), 1st 4yr Old, Beth Anne Clark, PA
NASCO INTERNATIONAL TYPE & PRODUCTION AWARD
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Lantz Farm Preppy Indy (Preppy), Melinda Rushing, OK
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Sniders Gary Anjolee (Gary) 1st 4yr Old, B Potter, E & K Nicley & B Gable, PA
Willow Brook Labron Toni (Labron), 1st 5yr Old, Jake Booher, PA Hi Guern View Dancing Diva-ET (Yogibear), 1st Mature Cow, Brian & Kristi Dinderman, IL
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TOTAL PERFORMANCE WINNER
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR
Junior Champion Springhill Jokes Finale-ETV, Springhill, OH.
Austin & Landen Knapp, Knapp’s Guernseys, IA
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Springhill Jokes FINALE-ETV 1st Fall Calf & Jr Champion WDE 2018 Results
Springhill Disco JARICA - 2nd Spring Yearling Crown J HP Lucifer JEDI – 1st Winter Yearling
Springhill Spider JABRILL-ETV - 2nd Winter Yearling Springhill Pies JOY-ETV - 1st Fall Yearling
Springhill Lonestar UNIVERSE-ETV -2nd Milking Yearling
Springhill Fame URANIA-ETV - 1st Sr 2yr Old & HM Int Champion
1st Exhibitor’s Herd - 1st Senior & Junior Best 3 - 1st Produce of Dam
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Judge: Brian Behnke, WI Associate Judge: Carla Stetzer, WI
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Innisfail-Wo Julius Lucy (Julius), 1st Spring Yearling, Jeffrey McKissick & Mike Uber, PA
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
KnH Endres Zeus Legendary (Zeus), 1st Fall Yearling, Mikayla Endres, WI
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Designer Genes Butterqueen (Liam), 1st Winter Yearling, Kara Yannesse, PA
INTERMEDIATE & HM GRAND CHAMPION
Corstar Presto Mango P-EXP (Presto), 1st Junior 3yr Old, Cory & Kristen Salzl, MN
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Corstar Presto Lulu-ET (Presto), 2nd Junior 3yr Old, Cory & Kristen Salzl, MN
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Lazy M PS LadyLump EXP-ET (Perfect Storm), 1st Sr 2yr Old, Scotty Young & Brett Groebner, WI
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Maple Fudge of 12 Oaks (Snappy), 1st 4yr Old, Colton & Ashley Brandel, WI
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Kuszmar Mega Lely-62 (Megadeth), 2nd 4yr Old, John P. & Marjorie Kuszlyk, NY
Senior Champion LtoR: Senior & Grand Champion Maple Fudge of 12 Oaks, Colton & Ashley Brandel, WI; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Kuszmar Mega Lely-62, John P. & Marjorie Kuszlyk, NY; HM Senior Champion & Nasco International Type & Production Award Corstar Lovely Lady-EXP-ET, Cory & Kristen Salzl, MN.
“Its pretty cool to make a little girl Grand. This cow just puts it all together for me, she has balance, dairyness, a combination of strength and width. I love this cow,” said Judge Brian Behnke during his Grand Champion selection. HM SENIOR CHAMPION & NASCO TYPE & PRODUCTION AWARD
Corstar Lovely Lady-EXP-ET (Robin), 1st Lifetime Merit, Cory & Kristen Salzl, MN
TOTAL PERFORMANCE WINNER
Kuszmar Arkansas Mud-EXP (Mudslinger), Steven W. Kuszlyk, NY
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272 HEAD
Judge: Callum McKinven, QC Associate Judge: Dean Malcolm, AUS
JUNIOR CHAMPION
KnH-Endres Burdette Mayhem (Burdette), 1st Summer Yearling, Leslie & Linda Bruchey, MD
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Jomill Burdette Kalliope (Burdette), 1st Fall Calf, Glamourview, MD
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Dale-Vista Vicking Love (Vicking), 2nd Fall Calf, Glamourview, MD
INTERMEDIATE & HM CHAMPION
Old-N-Lazy Dream Of A Diva (Dreamer), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Mike Maier & Rosedale Genetics, WI
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Palmyra Shockwave BP Rosy (Shockwave), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Kurt Wolf & John Cannon, IA
Grand Champion LtoR: Senior & Grand Champion Palmyra Berkley P Ruth, Palmyra Farm, MD; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Marilie Gentleman Karmina, Peter Vail & Mike & Linda Hellenbrand, WI; Intermediate & HM Champion Old-N-Lazy Dream Of A Diva, Mike Maier & Rosedale Genetics, WI.
Judge Callum McKinven on the winning 4yr Old and his Grand Champion pick: “This cow has tremendous ring presence and when you see her profile across the ring there really isn’t much you would change about her.”
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Terrace Bank Tae (Harrison), 1st Jr 2yr Old, H. Bouchard, A. Beauchemin, D. Lussier & C. Roberge, QC
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION & TOTAL PERFORMANCE WINNER
Palmyra Berkley P Ruth (Berkley), 1st 4yr Old, Palmyra Farm, MD
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION Marilie Gentelman Karmina (Gentleman), 1st 5yr Old, Peter Vail & Mike & Linda Hellenbrand, WI
HM SENIOR CHAMPION
Bear-Ayr Burdette Ray (Burdette), 1st Aged Cow, Peter Vail & Mike & Linda Hellenbrand, WI
JUNIOR SHOW CHAMPIONS JUNIOR CHAMPION
Four-Hills Burd Sassy 64671 (Burdette), 1st Spring Yearling, Johnathan Hill, VT
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Misty River Burdette Jaciee (Burdette), 3rd Jr 3yr Old, Monica J Howe, MA
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Toppglen Wishful Thinking (Prime), 2nd 5yr Old, Tanner, Brennan, Marissa & Logan Topp, OH
SPRING CALF (27)
Junior Champion KnH-Endres Burdette Mayhem, Leslie & Linda Bruchey, MD.
SPRING YEARLING (20)
1. (BU, B&O) Old-N-Lazy Dream of a Diva (Dreamer), Mike Maier & Rosedale Genetics, WI 2. Onword Lazy M Special Agent (Special K), Jacob Worden, IA
1. (B&O) Domynaire Born Wrong (Double Barrel), Jessica Peter & Garrett Schmidt, WI 2. Baywatch Handsome Baymont (Handsome), Levi Banowetz, IA
1. (BU) Palmyra Shockwave BP Rosy (Shockwave), Kurt Wolf & John Cannon, IA 2. Hardy Farm Prime Kringle (Prime), Ridale Genetics & Hardy Farm, MA
1. Old-N-Lazy Gentleman Whammy (Gentleman), Glamourview, MD 2. (1st JR) Lazy M Distinct Lanie (Distinction), Mikayla Endres, WI
1. (BU, B&O, PA) Palmyra Berkley P Ruth (Berkley), Palmyra Farm, MD 2. De La Plaine Bingo Stinger (Bingo), BlueSpruce Farm, VT
WINTER YEARLING (19)
FALL YEARLING (11)
JUNIOR BEST 3 FEMALES (3)
1. Palmyra Farm, MD 2. Old Bankston Ayrshires & John Cannon, IA
1. Double-A Top Notch Danielle (Top Notch), M&J Hemp, S Melotz & D Ossenkop, IL 2. Lazy M Gentle Sage (Gentleman), Georgia Hazelwood, TN
1. (BU, B&O) Jackson-Hill Freebeer Tomorrow (Free Beer), Jeff Atherton, NY 2. Palmyra Reagan DT Rosy (Reagan), Palmyra Farm, MD
1. Jomill Burdette Kalliope (Burdette), Glamourview, MD 2. Dale-Vista Vicking Love (Vicking), Glamourview, MD
1. (BU) Terrace Bank Tae (Harrison), H. Bouchard, A. Beauchemin, D. Lussier & C. Roberge, QC 2. (B&O) Onward LZM Distinct Addiction (Distinction), Jacob Worden & Mike Maier, IA
1. KnH-Endres Burdette Mayhem (Burdette), Leslie & Linda Bruchey, MD 2. Maple-Dell Burdette Desiree (Burdette), Maple Dell Farm, MD
1. (BU) Old-N-Lazy V Madison (Vicking), Ridale Genetics & M&M Cattle Co., MA 2. Mackinson Double Dare (Double Barrel), Glamourview & Kurt & Michelle Wolf, IA
FALL CALF (31)
SUMMER YEARLING (20)
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1. (B&O) Miss Malibu Mimosa (Reagan), Michelle Wolfe & Melissa Burns, IA 2. Blue-Spruce Rubicom Spinner (Rubicom), Blue-Spruce Farm, VT
WINTER CALF (29)
Intermediate & HM Champion Old-N-Lazy Dream Of A Diva, Mike Maier & Rosedale Genetics, WI.
PREMIER BREEDER - HEIFER SHOW Lazy M Farm, WI
MILKING YEARLING (4)
JUNIOR 2 YEAR OLD (12)
SENIOR 2 YEAR OLD (17)
SENIOR 3 YEAR OLD (12)
4 YEAR OLD (16)
5 YEAR OLD (8)
1. (BU) Marilie Gentleman Karmina (Gentleman), Peter Vail & Mike & Linda Hellenbrand, WI 2. (1st JR, B&O) Toppglen Wishful Thinking (Prime), Tanner, Brennan, Marissa & Logan Topp, OH
AGED COW (13)
1. (BU) Bear-Ayr Burdette Ray (Burdette), Peter Vail & Mike & Linda Hellenbrand, WI 2. Hardy Farm Rio Verify (Rio), Ridale Genetics, MA
100,000 LB COW (8)
1. (BU) Mowry’s Burdette Summer (Burdette), Hall’s Ayrshires & V-Lane Farm, WI 2. (B&O) Sunny Acres Riggins Ramona (Riggins), Kathryn Evans, NY
NASCO TYPE & PRODUCTION AWARD
De La Plaine Burdette Bling (Burdette), Ferme De La Plaine, QC
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR Palmyra Farm, MD
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SUPREME CHAMPION Arethusa Impression Villeneuve, Jersey, Arethusa Farm, CT
NORTHEAST FALL NATIONAL HOLSTEIN SHOW
230 HEAD
Judge: Nathan Thomas, OH
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Junior Champion Miss OCD Doorm Georgette-ET, Oakfield Corners, NY.
Intermediate Champion LtoR: Intermediate Champion Butlerview Braz Camille-ET, Tim & Sharyn Abbott, VT; Reserve Intermediate Champion Oakfield WB Tiffany-ET, Oakfield Corners, NY; HM Intermediate Champion Vale-O-Skene Gold Karmilla-ET, Oakfield Corners, NY.
Senior & Grand Champion Bella-Rosa GW Sara-ET, Oakfield Corners, NY.
Jersey Junior Champion Tierneys Andreas Lorina, Patrick & Kathryn Bosley & Tierney Farm, NY.
Jersey Senior & Grand Champion LtoR: Senior, Grand & Supreme Champion Arethusa Impression Villeneuve, Arethusa Farm, CT; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Arethusa Vespera, Arethusa Farm, CT.
R&W Junior Champion Rosedale Avala Lollipop-Red, Oakfield Corners, NY.
Miss OCD Doorm Georgette-ET (Doorman), 1st Winter Calf, Oakfield Corners, NY
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Maple-Downs-PV Drman Gavina (Doorman), 1st Summer Yearling, Maple-Downs Farms II & Peter Vail, NY
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Rosedale Avala Lollipop-Red (Avalanche), 2nd Summer Yearling, London Dairy, Clarkvalley & Eaton, NY
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Butlerview Braz Camille-ET (Brazzle), 1st Junior 3yr Old, Tim & Sharyn Abbott, VT
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Oakfield WB Tiffany-ET (Windbrook), 2nd Junior 3yr Old, Oakfield Corners, NY
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Vale-O-Skene Gold Karmilla-ET (Goldwyn), 1st Senior 3yr Old, Oakfield Corners, NY
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Bella-Rosa GW Sara-ET (Goldwyn), 1st Aged Cow, Oakfield Corners, NY
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Homtosta Attic Fereeda (Attic), 2nd Aged Cow, Ferme Ralston, QC
HM SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION
Liddleholme Resur Lu-ET (Resurrect), 1st Production Cow, Anthony Liddle, NY
PREMIER BREEDER
Reyncrest Farm, NY
PREMIER EXHIBITOR
Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY
JERSEY
103 HEAD Judge: Jamie Black, NY
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Tierneys Andreas Lorina (Andreas), 1st Spring Calf, Patrick & Kathryn Bosley & Tierney Farm, NY
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Arethusa Impression Krimson (Impression), 1st Winter Yearling, Arethusa Farm, CT
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Arethusa Tequila Valioso (Tequila), 1st Senior 2yr Old, Arethusa Farm, CT
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Care Bear Koop Gina (Koop), 2nd Senior 2yr Old, Carol Weddle, NY
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Arethusa Impression Villeneuve (Impression), 1st 4yr Old, Arethusa Farm, CT
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Arethusa Vespera (Redford), 2nd 4yr Old, Arethusa Farm, CT
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR
Arethusa Farm, CT
RED & WHITE
80 HEAD
Judge: Aaron Eaton, NY
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Rosedale Avala Lollipop-Red (Avalanche), 1st Summer Yearling, Oakfield Corners, NY
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
OCD Jordy Lochness-Red-ET (Jordy-Red), 1st Winter Calf, Oakfield Corners, NY
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Oakfield Abs Candy-Red (Absolute-Red), 1st Junior 3yr Old, Oakfield Corners, NY
R&W Senior & Grand Champion Highcroft Absolute Lily-Red, Maple-Downs Farms II, NY.
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
MS-AOL Dback Raelynn Red- ET (Diamondback), 1st Milking Yearling, Anthony Liddle & Kara White, NY
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Highcroft Absolute Lily-Red (Absolute-Red), 1st 4yr Old, Maple-Downs Farms II, NY
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Colganados D Avianca-Red-ET (Destry), 1st 5yr Old, Oakfield Corners Dairy, NY
PREMIER BREEDER
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147 HEAD
Judge: Darryl Smith, ON
JUNIOR CHAMPION
P&A Rockstar Josey (Rockstar), 1st Spring Yearling, Ryan & Marjorie Rida & Ridale Genetics, MA
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Brown Swiss Junior Champion Silver Top Allstar Trick, Shelby Biasini & Silver Top Swiss, VT.
Brown Swiss Senior & Grand Champion Top Acres Peppy Wizella, Elite Dairy, NY.
Ups and Downs DB Aphrodisiac (Barrel), 1st Fall Yearling, Ashley Owen, MA
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Deer-Hill Periwinkle (Predator), 1st Summer Yearling, Beverly J Donovan, ME
INTERMEDIATE & GRAND CHAMPION
Hardy Farm Prime Kringle (Prime), 1st Senior 3yr Old, Henry Hardy & Ridale Genetics, ME
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Blue-Spruce Medalist 13912 (Medalist), 1st Junior 2yr Old, Blue-Spruce Farm, VT
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Milking Shorthorn Junior Champion Gin-Val Logic Lauretta EXP, Johnathon Clark, NH.
BROWN SWISS
96 HEAD
Judge: Jake Hushon, PA
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Silver Top Allstar Trick (Allstar), 1st Spring Yearling, Shelby Biasini & Silver Top Swiss, VT
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Arethusa Northern Lights (Kingpin), 2nd Spring Yearling, Arethusa Farm, CT
INTERMEDIATE & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Cutting Edge CP Margo-ET (Chilli Pepper), 1st Senior 3yr Old, Allan Brisson, VT
Milking Shorthorn Grand Champion LtoR: Senior & Grand Champion Heavenly Betty-EXP, Ridale Genetics, MA; Intermediate & Reserve Grand Champion Heavenly Creampuff, Johnathon Clark, NH; Reserve Intermediate & HM Grand Champion Ridale Sumthin Special EXP-ET, Ryan & Marjorie Rida & Ridale Genetics, MA.
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Ridale Sumthin Special EXP-ET (Destry Lad), 1st Jr 2yr Old, Ryan & Marjorie Rida & Ridale Genetics, MA
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Heavenly Betty-EXP (Applejack), 1st Aged Cow, Ridale Genetics, MA
RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION
Ridale Royal Sahara ET (Royalty), 1st 4yr Old, Ryan Rida & Ridale Genetics, MA
PREMIER BREEDER
Peter Cate, VT
PREMIER EXHIBITOR
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Bill Bartlett, NH
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
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On-A-Whim Richard Porsche-ET (Richard), 1st Senior 2yr Old, Katie Larmon, NY Top Acres Peppy Wizella (Chilli Pepper), 1st 5yr Old, Elite Dairy, NY
RESERVE SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION
Beu Dell Bonanza Sadie (Bonanza), 1st Aged Cow, Elite Dairy, NY
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR
Elite Dairy, NY
MILKING SHORTHORN
119 HEAD
Judge: Craig Hawksley, RI
SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Hardy Farm Rio Verify (Rio), 1st Aged Cow, Ridale Genetics & Ryan and Marjorie Rida, MA
RESERVE SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION
De La Plaine Bingo Stinger (Bingo), 1st 4yr Old, Blue-Spruce Farm, VT
HM SENIOR CHAMPION
Cottrells Hannibal Midnitemoon (Hannibal), 1st 100,000 lb Cow, Aubrey Andrews III & Susanna Camacho, RI
PREMIER BREEDER
Beverly J Donovan, ME
PREMIER EXHIBITOR
Blue-Spruce Farm, VT
GUERNSEY
Judge: Randy Knapp, IA
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Howacres JW Alexandra-ETV-P (Jetway), 1st Fall Calf, Zachary Johnson, VT
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Matt M Primetime Lark (Primetime), 2nd Fall Calf, Matthew Meacham, MA
Ayrshire Junior Champion P&A Rockstar Josey, Ryan & Marjorie Rida & Ridale Genetics, MA.
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Huckins Crunch Kitkat (Crunch), 1st 4yr old, Kylie Ells, NH
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Huckins Bucky Aprico (Bucky), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Kylie Ells, NH
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Mark & Mary Ann Meacham, MA
Gin-Val Logic Lauretta EXP (Logic), 1st Winter Calf, Johnathon Clark, NH
Old-N-Lazy V Madison (Vicking), 1st Senior 2yr Old, Ridale Genetics & M&M Cattle Co., MA
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR
Gin-Val Patriot Creampie (Patriot), 1st Spring Calf, Johnathon Clark, NH
INTERMEDIATE & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Heavenly Creampuff (Megadeth), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Johnathon Clark, NH
Ayrshire Grand Champion RtoL: Intermediate & Grand Champion Hardy Farm Prime Kringle, Henry Hardy & Ridale Genetics, ME; Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Hardy Farm Rio Verify, Ridale Genetics & Ryan and Marjorie Rida, MA; Reserve Senior & HM Grand Champion De La Plaine Bingo Stinger, Blue-Spruce Farm, VT. COWSMOPOLITAN Fall Special Edition 2018
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MAKING DREAMS A REALITY WITH CONSISTENT SHOW TYPE BREEDING
By Amanda Poelman, BC
The trends in breeding cattle continue to change as does the dairy industry. The industry has made significant advances over the past several decades by way of embryo transfer, focusing on pedigrees, sire stacks, components and health traits and now the use of genomics. Even though the ability to market animals that are a product of the “older philosophy” of breeding for type and using proven bulls instead of the next genomic hot shot, the Troup family of Vale-O-Skene Holsteins are living proof that there is still a place in the industry for high-type cows with generations of solid breeding. The Vale-O-Skene story originates in Scotland, in the district of Skene, where Bill Troup’s family began milking British Friesian cows in the 1950’s. The family farm consisted of 100 milking cows in a free-stall, 850 acres of cash crops and a herd of Suffolk sheep. Operated in partnership with his brother and father, Bill had other plans for his family’s future in dairy farming. “When BSE hit the UK in the 1990’s things were tough and we wanted to give Gary and the girls a better chance at dairy farming if they wanted to,” says Bill. Impressed by the quality of Canadian cattle after several visits to the Royal Winter Fair, Bill and his wife Wendy decided to immigrate to Canada while his family continued the family farm with sheep, beef and cash crops in Scotland. In 2004 Bill and Wendy along with their children Laura, Gemma and Gary, moved to Little Britain, Ontario. A Family Affair All of the Troup family is involved at Vale-O-Skene in some capacity. Bill takes care of all of the fieldwork and shares in the mating decisions with Gary. His wife, Wendy, takes care of the calves from birth to 9 months and has “incredible attention to detail”, according to Bill. She makes sure all the hutches and super hutches are cleaned two times per day. Gary is home full time now after spending a few years on the road as a cattle fitter and manages the cow side of the business, focusing on breeding and the show cows. His girlfriend Brianna Dracup also helps out in the barn and the couple welcomed their first child, Logan, earlier this year. Working as a full-time general account for DLF Pickseed, Gemma handles all the accounting for the farm and helps out with milking when needed. She and her husband Donald and daughter Paige live close by. Laura is married to Ryan Parish and together with
FARM FACTS
• Located in Lindsay, ON, 2 hours northeast of Toronto • Milking 40 cows in a tie-stall • Current sires used: Addiction P, Atwood, Unix, Control & Diamondback • Own 196 acres (32 acres for corn) and rent 100-150 acres of hay land 70/30 alfalfa grass mix • Feeding protocol: • • • •
Cows: 50/50 wet & dry hay, corn silage & 18% custom pellet Dry Cows: oat balage & 1st Cut hay Heifers: dry hay, corn silage (for bred heifers), wrapped hay Calves: milk replacer till 3 months, 21% calf starter, free choice hay at 8 weeks, 19% custom pellet grain after 3 months
their children, Conner and Claire, own and operate Ryla Holsteins, near to the home farm. The family milks 40 cows in a tie-stall facility that was converted from a horse barn. As far as barn upgrades go, Bill says, “I’ve taken it this far, now it’s up to the next generation to continue.” A careful watch on the future of quota will dictate the pace at which any facility upgrades happen. “The quota system is partially what drew me to Canada initially. I’ve seen quota disappear so I’m probably more nervous about it than most. Quota should be simple but it never is,” says Bill. Currently the herd consists of 7 ME, 10 EX, 29 VG and 5 GP, with an average of 88 points across the barn and a herd average of 11,000kgs. Recently, the Vale-O-Skene herd ranked #1 in the 30-39 registrations per year category as one of the top classifying herds in Canada, averaging 85.31 points. Laura and Ryan’s Ryla herd also scored #1, in the 7-14 registrations category! Focused on Type The main goal of the breeding program at Vale-O-Skene is to breed everything for type and manipulate everything else afterwards. “If you’re going to milk cows and spend as much time in the barn as
The Troup Family LtoR: Laura & Claire, Brianna, Gary & Logan, Wendy, Bill, Gemma, Donald & Paige. Not pictured Ryan & Connor. Photo supplied.
“The quota system is partially what drew me to Canada initially. I’ve seen quota disappear so I’m probably more nervous about it than most. Quota should be simple but it never is,” says Bill Troup.
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you do, they better look nice,” says Bill. Also looking for potential show ring candidates, anything that doesn’t look the part or milk well gets sold. To achieve these goals the Troups select high type bulls and use limited index bulls. “We like to know what we’re going to get and we’d rather stand back and look than jump head first into using a new bull,” says Bill. Service sires like Addiction P, Atwood, Unix, Control and Diamondback are currently being used in the breeding program but the Troups are not afraid to go back and use an older bull that has worked well. Criteria for selection includes a strong maternal line, good sire stacks and exceptional cow “We like to know what the cows are doing and see that families.
on paper. We’ve built up some great pedigrees now and
A firm believer in the value of registration will continue to register to keep those pedigrees going.” and classification, Bill says, “we aim to - Bill on the value of registration & classification breed high scoring 2 year olds in hopes they will become excellent cows. We like to know what the cows are doing and see that on paper. We’ve built up some great pedigrees now and will continue to register to keep those pedigrees going.” Incredible emphasis is placed on cow comfort and cow care. “The boys are OBSESSED with black and white cows,” says Wendy, “they spoil our cows rotten!” The Troups are very hands on in their approach, with very few cows calving unassisted. They don’t use a lot of fancy technology, mostly just sexed semen, which is used for the first two services. Showring Bound Getting involved in shows proved to be a great way for the Troup family to get involved in the community and build connections and friendships with other great breeders around the province and across the country. “Showing is the only hobby we’ve got,” says Bill. The excitement of showing moved to a new level when Gary won the TD 4-H Classic in 2009 with Vintage Dolman Milly, a Spring Yearling heifer that had been purchased in partnership. “No one really knew us before then, but we got to know everyone after that,” says Bill! The Troups participate in an extensive list of shows including the Ontario Spring Show, Maxville, Autumn Opportunity, World Dairy Expo, the Royal, county shows in Peterborough, Port Perry and Victoria, and sometimes the Quebec Spring Show and Supreme Dairy Wendy raises all the calves from birth to nine months with incredible attention to detail, cleaning and Show. “This industry is so much fun, everyone is always so happy for you and the support bedding them twice per day. is always incredible,” says Bill. Shows have also led to good friendships with the likes of Dakota Doyle, who looks after the show heifers and helps at “People know us because of what our cows have done either for us or other herds shows, and Jenn Charlton who is a key member of the show team. Shows have also proven to be a great way for the Troups to market their
and that is the best advertising,” says Gary. “You should always be ready to sell because your prefix will always be on her,” added Bill.
genetics. “The minute you switch off your advertising, you get forgotten,” says Bill. Gary takes care of the social media aspect which has allowed them to highlight what their cows are doing. “People know us because of what our cows have done either for us or other herds and that is the best advertising,” says Gary. Not reluctant to sell the good ones, Bill adds, “you should always be ready to sell because your prefix will always be on her.” Although they don’t buy many themselves, purchases are usually show cows and have to be better than what they have at home. “We want to take it up a notch, so she has to be good and the pedigree has to be there,” says Bill. Locally, the Troups have been lucky to have a great market for breeding bulls in their area, as well as their top-quality genetics which are sought out by many sale managers. Impact of Cow Families When the Troups moved from Scotland they had the opportunity to buy into a lot of good cow families, including 4-5 different families from the Robrook herd, who have all had EX daughters. Now they are able to pick and choose what they buy and prefer to spend time breeding and flushing their own cows, furthering their genetics with 4-5 conventional flushes per year. The purchase of Tiny-Acres Dundee Kathleen EX-92 2E, as a Summer Yearling, has made the biggest impact on the herd and really helped to further the Vale-O-Skene name internationally. Her daughters include Vale-O-Skene Lauthority Kitty EX-91, owned by Ack-Lee Holsteins in Ohio, who was 1st Senior 3 Year Old, Intermediate & Grand Champion at the Ohio Spring Show this year. Her full sister, Lauthority Koke, is still at Vale-O-Skene and scored VG-88 on her second calf. This year, Vale-O-Skene Gold Karmilla EX-93, owned by COWSMOPOLITAN Fall Special Edition 2018
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Oakfield Corners in New York, was 1st Senior 3 Year Old, Intermediate and Grand Champion at the Western NY State Regional Show, 1st and Honorable Mention Intermediate Champion at the Big E and was recently 11th at World Dairy Expo.
was 1st Senior 2 and Reserve Intermediate Champion at the Ontario Spring Show this year. Looking to the Future
Bill and Wendy are happy to have the opportunity to watch their kids In the last two years homebred cow, Vale-O-Skene Pure Gold Abigail and grandkids get involved at the farm and are EX-94 has also made a large impact on the herd. optimistic that there will be continued success Backed by a VG-87 Igniter and an EX 1* Rudolph, “I’ve always dreamed of breeding a Royal class winner for the Vale-O-Skene herd. Starting from almost Abigail was the 2nd Mature Cow at the Royal in and we got so close with Abigail,” said Bill. nothing, they are humbled and proud by what 2016 and is recently fresh again. “I’ve has been accomplished so far with 40+ always dreamed of breeding a Royal nominations (All-Ontario, All-Canadian class winner and we got so close with & All-American) in the past 14 years! Abigail,” says Bill. Abigail already has Striving for that Royal class winner as one VG-86 2yr to her credit and a fancy well as continuing to improve the herd granddaughter by Atwood. Bill says the ultimate goal is to become a Master Breeder recipient, “then you can sit back and say, ‘yes that worked!’”
Other show string fixtures include Vale-O-Skene Lauthority Scotty EX-92 who was 1st 5 Year Old & Honorable Mention Grand Champion at the 2018 Ontario Spring Show, Mount Elm Royce Jalapeno EX-94 3E who has an impressive list of show winnings and was HM All-Ontario 5 Year Old in 2016. Owned with Dakota Doyle their Jersey addition, Jasper Valentine Evergeen
Goals well within reach, the Troups will continue build on their solid foundation of cow families, adhere to their high-type breeding philosophy and keep producing the quality cattle that has become synonymous with the Vale-O-Skene name. Vale-O-Skene Pure Gold Abigail EX-94 was 2nd Mature Cow at the Royal in 2016 and is the closest the Troup family has come to having a class winner at the Royal.
Mount Elm Royce Jalapeno-Red EX-94 3E 1*, is a big part of the Vale-O-Skene Show string, pictured here as 2nd 5yr Old at the 2016 Supreme Dairy Show. She has daughters by Leverage, Unix & Addiction-P at Vale-O-Skene.
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Vale-O-Skene Lauthority Kitty EX-91 was 1st Senior 3yr Old, Intermediate & Grand Champion Mid-East Spring Show 2018, owned by Ack-Lee Holsteins, OH.
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By Dr. Lisa Hemphill, BC
Over the years, the dairy industry has done a tremendous job of breeding cows with the ability to produce large volumes of milk, with todays milk cow performing like a Ferrari within days of starting her lactation. However, this ability has come at an expense. Metabolic challenges around the calving time have also increased. Data shows that up to 25% of cows that leave some dairy herds do so within the first 60 DIM. The transition period, defined as 3 weeks before and 3 weeks after calving, is an important and vulnerable period for the dairy cow. How well she adapts to the physiological changes during this time play a very important role in determining her productivity, health, and ultimately profitability. Each kg increase in Peak Milk production equals 200 additional kg of milk over the lactation. Research tells us that Peak Milk production can be 4.5-9 kg lower in cows that do not transition well. That means there is over 1800 kg of milk on the line, yet the dry cow often seems neglected and forgotten on farms. By providing the proper management and nutrition, producers can prepare their cows for a successful and profitable lactation. This article will cover some of the key practices for the transition cow. MAXIMIZE COW COMFORT: The prefresh/maternity pens are the only pens on the farm that the cows get to decide when they leave, with every cow on the farm occupying the prefresh pen at least once a year. The biggest mistake that farms make is not designing their closeup area large enough. Even farms with a good reproductive program will have peaks and valleys to their calvings, just not as large of swings. To accommodate these swings, the transition/ close-up pen should be large enough to house 1.31.5 x your average weekly calvings. Transition pens MUST be designed with ultimate cow comfort in mind. Stocking density should be 80% of maximum capacity, with the bedding pack allowing for at least 120 ft2 of clean, dry bedding per cow. biggest mistake that farms make is not designing When designing transition The their close-up area large enough. cow stalls, one needs to keep in mind that these cows, either heavy in calf or just recently fresh, need extra space for getting up and down. These stalls should be deep bedded stalls measuring 108+ inches long and 50+ inches wide for cows, and 48 inches for heifers. A low stress environment with adequate water access will translate into higher intakes, as well providing transition cows with a comfortable place to lie down will promote increased rumination times. MANAGE THE FEED BUNK: The close-up cow is the fussiest eater on the farm, with dry matter intake decreasing up to 30% in the last week or 2 leading up to calving. Keeping this in mind, care should be taken to get the feeding management right every day. Forages should always be fresh, mold free, and low in potassium and sodium. Energy intake needs to be controlled in both the far-off and close-up diets. These cows should not be able to sort, with the longest straw or hay particles being less than 1.5 inches and dry matter of the TMR at 4648%. Water can be added if necessary. Each cow should have > 30 inches of bunk space and a minimum of 4 linear inches of clean, fresh water from 2 water sources per pen. The fresh cow diet should consist of good quality forages with adequate amounts of fiber to encourage feed intake during the early lactation period. MINIMIZE TRANSITION DISEASE: Transition diseases can result in a considerable economic loss for the producer through decreases of up to 2-5 kg of milk per day at peak lactation. 58
Clinical vs Subclinical Milk Fever (Goff, 2008).
Research has also shown that there is a domino effect: when a cow suffers from one transition disease she is more likely to develop another. A cow with milk fever is eight times more likely to develop mastitis early in lactation. Any disease process that results in a moderate inflammatory response, such as metritis, mastitis, or even lameness, during the first 3 weeks after calving will have significant effect on both milk production as well as reproduction. Successful treatment of these diseases should not be considered a victory: it represents a significant loss of time, money, cow productivity and welfare. MANAGE HEAT STRESS: Heat abatement is important for all dairy cows but is often overlooked in the transition group. If a dry cow experiences heat stress it can cause her to calve early, decrease her immune system function, decrease milk production in the next lactation, and even decrease the next lactation conception rate. Recent studies show that heat stress during the dry period can decrease DMI during the week of calving by nearly 50% and decreased peak milk production by more than 5 kg/day (do Amaral et al, 2011). Heat stress also effects the fetus and even the calf long after she was born. Calves born to heat stressed dams have a lower body weight and have lower milk production when she calves in as a heifer. IMPLEMENT COW-LEVEL AND HERD-LEVEL MONITORING: Progressive farms implement monitoring programs at the cow-level. Non-specific symptoms will often appear 5-10 days before onset of specific clinical signs. Monitoring for elevated or depressed body temperature, changes in milk composition or production, reduction in activity, and changes in feeding behavior can allow for early diagnosis and treatment decisions on an individual basis. These farms also incorporate weekly herd-level monitoring, such as urine pH and ketone testing to help indicate when changes are needed in feed and management. By following these management practices, you can get your dairy cows the head start they need coming out of the transition period to ensure a healthy, productive lactation. Dr. Lisa McCrea is a veterinarian and partner at Agwest Veterinary Group. She has expanded her practice over thte years to include a full Bovine Embryo Transfer Mobile Service and partnered with Boviteqwest to include IVF services for her clients. Most recently, Agwest and Westgen have formed a new partnership called Proventus, a consultation network which allows producers the opportunity to access expertise that encompasses everything from veterinary care to agribusiness management. Photos supplied.
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Missiska is made of 100% purebred Jerseys, the 35-head milking herd produces all the milk for the Fromagerie. Photos supplied. Molly Westwood with Panda Heart Of Gold Red Now VG-87 2Yr (EX-MS). Photo by Jess Westwood.
Amanda started Backroad Creamery in 2016 and processes all of her farm’s milk into cheese. Photos supplied.
DAIRY WOMEN MAKING AN IMPACT In an industry that has long be considered a male occupation, we see women rising to the challenge of managing their own farms, or assuming executive positions in major corporations and excelling in these roles. “Women in agriculture” is not just a buzz word anymore as women are encouraged to pursue their goals in this business. While they might not be managing 1000’s of cows, Caroline Pelletier, Amanda Shedd Kennedy and Molly Westwood have one thing in common - they carved out a place for themselves in this industry and are chasing their dreams, showing us that when you aren’t afraid to take risks anything is possible! Caroline Pelletier - Missiska Jerseys & Fromagerie, QC, Canada Caroline grew up on her family dairy farm in Saint-Armand, Quebec, which is located about an hour southeast of Montreal, right next to the USA border. She has been raising purebred Jerseys for the past 20 years. Caroline and her husband Paulin Bard have two children, Emily (6) and Louis (4). Caroline is the President and CEO of Missiska Jerseys, where they milk 35 head of purebred Jersey cows, and received the Jersey Young Achievers Award from Jersey Canada in 2012. She is also the chief cheesemaker at Fromagerie Missiska Inc., where cheddar cheese in both blocks and curds, Jersey Royal - a 10-day ripened soft cheese, and non-homogenized milk are sold. Amanda Shedd Kennedy - Backroad Creamery, PA, USA Amanda grew up in Mansfield, a small town in north central Pennsylvania. She milked a herd of 50 cows with her dad and brother that was dispersed in 2001. In 2003, she married her husband Jon and started working on his 60-cow family farm. Amanda bought her first registered calf with her dad, Craig Shedd, in 2009 and they began showing together. A few years later, Jon built Amanda a barn and she began milking a few of her own cows there. A parlor, milk house and creamery were added in 2016, which launched Amanda’s current business, Backroad Creamery. She now milks 6-10 purebred Holsteins and turns all of their milk into cheese on the farm, processing between 150-200 lbs of cheese in a week. The main focus is cheese curds, but Amanda also makes 4 kinds of block cheddar and fresh feta. Most of the cheese is marketed locally with 80% being sold wholesale to 60
stores, markets and restaurants. Amanda also attends 5-6 festivals a year selling another 10% of the production, with the final 10% of sales coming from online sales and retail right at the farm. Along with her kids Sara (13), Anna (11) and Jon (5), Amanda continues to exhibit her animals and also boards a few show animals for others as well. Molly Westwood - Panda Holsteins, Warwickshire, England Molly was born and raised on the family dairy farm in Warwickshire, England, which was sold in 2007. She then took up a job opportunity to work at Morsan Farms in Canada at the age of 16. Molly worked there for 4 years looking after their show cattle and sale cattle before returning home with 5 embryos to start up the Panda prefix. Those 5 embryos resulted in her best brood cow who is still alive today - Panda Lexander Fools Gold Red EX93-2E. So far she has bred 5 VG 2 year olds and 2 All Britain Champions. Today Molly runs a genetic and sales business, keeping just over 60 head of cattle with her father Andrew. In the future she hopes Panda Holsteins will be one of the most recognized prefixes globally. Q: Tell us about your career. Where has your career path taken you? Have your plans changed from what you originally wanted to do? CAROLINE: I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy from Laval University with a specialization in Animal sciences. I started my career at an environmental club near the farm with a group of woman in agriculture. They were my first mentors. I was taking care of my Jersey heifers at the same time and dreaming about a beautiful Jersey herd. From 2005-2009, I held a position with the communications and genetics division at CIAQ (Centre d’insémination artificielle due Québec), a branch of Semex. I discovered that I had advertising, marketing and creative ability, and started designing ads for breeders from home, as well as the new Missiska that I’d started with my husband. In 2016, I trained in the microbiology of cheese production, ripening and cheesemaking at École nationale d’industrie laitière ENILBIO de Poligny (France), as well as in safety and wholesomeness at the Institut de technologie agroalimentaire’s Saint-Hyacinthe campus. I have been very blessed to start my business after only 10 years after we started milking cows!
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AMANDA: My show career has led to a great group of friends around the globe. We have been able to market genetics around the world thanks to these people. That show career ultimately led to me opening the creamery, which has led to a whole new world of opportunities. Locally where I live, there is a great group of local artisan entrepreneurs and we work together to offer a local selection of produce and goods for our community. Growing up, I never knew for certain what I wanted to do, except farm. I knew conventional farming is tough so diversifying my farm was a pretty natural solution. I would have never guessed the rough road that would follow to get me where I am at now. I attended a cheese conference a few years back and listened to Rufus Musser III from Milton Creamery in Milton, IA, speak. He emphasized not to start making cheese only because you see how much money the processor is making. He said it’s a long road to get your cheese on the store shelves, and he was definitely right! Two years in, and my cheese is now in 30 different stores, restaurants, and markets. It’s definitely a group effort to get the cheese into the hands of the consumers.
MOLLY: Having had a good background knowledge of cow sales, breeding and showing Holsteins I felt I wanted to learn more about the bull side of things so decided to apply for a job at an AI company upon returning to the UK. My full-time job role is a bovine genetics advisor for, formerly Dairy Daughters and now Mastergen. I am responsible for selecting the product line (i.e. bulls), marketing and sales. I really enjoy working with pedigrees and improving genetics for both farmers and myself at home at Panda. My long-term ambition is to work full time at home and continue to develop the Panda prefix. I have always dreamed of breeding the best cattle and will continue to strive for this goal. Q: What has been the biggest key to your success? CAROLINE: Only hard work leads to success, from the day you decide to make concrete plans and put those plans into action. Planning and research, as well as assistance from experts in each area of the project (financial, production, managing), contribute to success. I’m an intuitive woman who listens to the little voice in my head, so when it’s time to move I go forward and don’t look back!
Caroline’s biggest key to her success: “I’m an intuitive woman who listens to the little voice in my head, so when it’s time to move I go forward and don’t look back!” Caroline Pelletier is the President and CEO of Missiska Jerseys and the Chief Cheesemaker.
L-R Molly with her mom Sharon Westwood, Father Andrew Westwood, Twin Sister Jess Westwood, picture taken when Molly was the runner up for the Farmers Weekly Young Farmer of The Year 2017. Photo Supplied.
AMANDA: There is a lot of factors here. First off, I am determined to make my creamery work. As with most farmers, I can’t imagine doing anything other than farming and working with cows on a daily basis. I am continually pushing myself to step outside my comfort zone, to go after that new account that I’ve been wanting, or to introduce myself to someone who’s inspired me. Marketing and sales are definitely out of my comfort zone, but I’ve learned a lot about it, and I think it gets a little easier all the time. My family has been truly instrumental to making this work. My husband is always there to support me and help me when I need it, and our girls help me do evening chores, package product and other things when they have time. My faith has also played a big part in where I am. Doing what I am doing can get overwhelming and can be exhausting. I spend a lot of time in prayer and try not to over think things knowing God is in control. MOLLY: For me personally, what you put in is what you get out. Never give up on your dreams, if you keep working hard and don’t let a setback defeat you, you will succeed. I have always been a big believer that if you want to succeed you have to work hard to earn it, and it means so much more when its down to your efforts and not others. I have a hunger to be the best, those long days of starting at 4:30 am and finishing at 11pm when the weather is miserable seem to surpass when you have a goal to strive and work for. When I go to a show or a sale, I always try and watch the people that are successful or have a big name, to see what I can do better. Q: What do you see as the biggest opportunities and challenges for women in agriculture? CAROLINE: Women are intuitive and multitasking people able to build and lead beautiful projects. Too often, they listen people’s opinion instead of listening their own voice. The biggest challenges are balancing a work/family schedule, especially with young kids! Agriculture is hard physically and emotionally, we deal with early mornings and full time/no vacation for months or even years. AMANDA: I think the agriculture industry is a huge opportunity for women. I feel it is one industry where gender discrimination is really a thing of the past. Everywhere we look, women on the farm are jumping in a tractor and helping with the harvest, taking milking shifts in the parlor, feeding cows, breeding, and even running their own dairies. I have never felt like someone thought I couldn’t do what I am doing because I am a female. I think the opportunities are there for the taking! We bring a unique dynamic to the industry, and I think COWSMOPOLITAN Fall Special Edition 2018
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“We bring a unique dynamic to the industry, and I think women everywhere are doing an awesome job portraying that.”
The challenges we all face as dairy -Amanda on opportunities for women in ag farmers, regardless of gender, is the public misconception of the industry. This has led to consumption decrease. We need to educate the public as much as we can and open our farms in a responsible way so people can see what we are doing. Another huge challenge we are facing is the number of consumers that are lactose intolerant. We need to find a solution to this! Is A2A2 milk the solution? I’m not sure, but it’s a great place to start. Selling cheese and dealing with consumers one on one, I see so many people struggling with this - more than I would have ever imagined. MOLLY: Being a woman in the dairy industry which is mostly dominated by men is never easy, but I like to be different and I think farmers today are more accepting towards women working in our industry. A couple of personal challenges I have experienced are when I first started selling my stock at the local market, senior farmers were less keen to deal with myself, being a woman. Over the last few years I have gained these senior farmers’ trust and they are a lot more welcoming. I feel women are very thorough in their work and can be very open minded towards challenges faced today. I think there are more opportunities for women today than there has ever been. Man or woman, it doesn’t matter what sex you are - with hard work and determination you can achieve any goal you set yourself! Q: Have you been presented with other challenges outside the industry and how have you handled them? Do you feel the challenges have changed over the years - less, more or different? CAROLINE: I was challenged by a men’s team construction team that were not always happy to work together. Construction is a marathon that causes lots of stress and anxiety, the actual start-up is another hard run. It was like I was pregnant with my third baby for 2 years! The words I heard most often in the last 6 months were, “you have big balls to take on this enormous project!” I kept taking one step at a time and one year later I feel I accomplished a lot in a period that I thought was too long at the time. AMANDA: The biggest challenge I deal with is marketing. This has gotten easier as my business has grown and people start to recognize my brand. Another challenge I deal with is the changing regulations due to the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). It’s hard to say at this point just how much it is going to directly affect my business, but I will keep taking the regulations on one at a time and hope that each new
Amanda with Ms Danielle S Destiny-ET, 4th Winter Calf at the 2018 Eastern National Holstein Show. She is a Solomon daughter of 3X Nom. All-American Ms D Apple Danielle-Red-ET.
one is attainable for my small business. What might not be a big deal to a big business, can be a game changer for one of my size and we mostly held to the same criteria. Q: What inspires you to keep moving forward? What people have helped you? What words do you live by? CAROLINE: Only people that try can discover how far life can bring you. When your direction is chosen, never doubt it, go forward and listen your instinct. The results and level that I reach step by step pushes me, every little victory in a project inspires me to keep moving to the next step, to move forward. Lots of experts helped me to realize the cheese factory project, but the unconditional love of my family and watching my children grow helps me to continue every day. I have to keep in mind the ultimate goals of each project. I have a mentor for my new business and I am surrounded by incredible long time friends. Lots of people have inspired me on this journey and its my turn to give it back to others. The words I live by are, “After every storm, the sun is shining!” AMANDA: There are a few things that inspire me to keep moving forward. First of all, my love for this dairy industry. The camaraderie, the passion, the devotion, the strive for excellence, is all bar none. When you go to a cow show like World Dairy Expo and feel the energy surrounding the ring, it inspires you! It makes you believe in what you are doing, constantly striving to breed a better cow and to keep doing better. On the cheese side of things, I believe I am making a high-quality product. So much heart and soul is poured into every batch of cheese. From milking the cows, to the cheese making process, to packaging, marketing and delivering, my hands are on all of it. I am 100% committed to giving my customers the highest quality product I can, and their positive feedback keeps me going. The support from my community and area businesses are amazing! The main inspiration for me is my kids. When I started this business, the love for dairy was evident in my 2 girls. Thinking long-term, I am not sure
“ You get in Life what you have the Courage to ask for “
Caroline oversees all the products made at Missiska, including cheddar cheese, 10-day ripened soft cheese, non-homogenized bottled milk and yogurt.
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determined to be defeated.” Q: What is the best piece of advice you were ever given? What advice would you give to women entering any kind of career path of choice? CAROLINE: You only live once. Things happen one after the other, sometimes when you don’t expect them to happen. Do what you love the most and you will never be working. AMANDA: The best advice I was ever given in the barn came from my dad. Being the cow fanatic that I am, I take losing them pretty hard. When a heifer my dad and bought in 2009 died calving, I was devastated. He told me, “I know it’s hard, but always be thankful it’s in the barn and not in the house.” I have lost cows since, and every time, I think of those words and count my blessings. Amanda milks about a dozen Registered Holsteins to meet her cheese demand, while also investing in well-known families.
there will be a future for small dairies 10-15 years down the road. They are 7th generation dairy farmers, and their love for this industry keeps me believing in this dream. Sara told her dad recently, “I’d be proud if I grew up to be like my Mom.” I was so humbled by these words and it reminded me that I have these young kids watching and learning from me. A lot of people have helped me, but it started with my dad. I wouldn’t be where I am, doing what I am doing if it wasn’t for him. He instilled in me a love for dairy animals and a strong work ethic. There are no words to describe how much he means to me and how much I owe to him. My husband is always there to listen when I need to think out loud, or to bounce ideas off. He is great at giving advice and his honest opinion. He is a problem solver and is quick to do research for me if I am having trouble with cheese. He is also always there when I break something to fix it, or when I need help breaking a heifer. He is an amazing supporter of what I am doing, and is the best partner I could ask for in business and in life. My mom has always been my biggest cheerleader. She is always available to lend an ear and some positive advice when I need it. Between my parents, in-laws, siblings, and friends, there is always someone to lean on. I am lucky to have a huge support system surrounding me.
The best advice I have received since opening the creamery came from my Uncle Rod. He told me to always be thinking of what the consumer is going to want 10 years down the road and start heading that way now. At first, I wasn’t sure what that meant for me because that is exactly what I thought I was doing, but I find myself thinking of this often and pondering what it could mean for me and the Creamery. I now have a goal for my business in 10 years, and I think it’s important to keep pushing forward and to continue to improve what we are doing. My advice for young women everywhere is to figure out what drives you. I think if you are doing something you’re passionate about, your chances for success are much higher. Oprah said, “passion is energy”, and I love that because it’s so true. Success takes an immense amount of energy, add passion to the mix and it comes naturally. Mentally, put yourself on an even playing field with everyone around you. Surround yourself with people and friends that challenge you to be a better version of yourself. Challenge yourself to get out of your comfort zone and try something new, introduce yourself to people who inspire you and who might be in a position you want to see yourself in someday. Most of all, believe in yourself. MOLLY: When it comes to careers, you’ve got to fight for what you want to do. Just because you’re a woman, doesn’t mean you’ve got to act like one - someone has got to show the men how to do it!
Words to live by: “Don’t decrease the goal, increase the effort”. I also refer a lot to Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who gives me “I am too positive to be doubtful, too optimistic to strength.” be fearful and too determined to be defeated.” MOLLY: My ambition to breed and sell the best and have Panda Holsteins as one of the most globally known prefixes is what inspires me every day. I love waking up to milking my small herd and hearing great feedback and success stories from our customers.
- Molly’s words to live by
One of my biggest role models is Chris Parry who gave me the great opportunity to work in Canada which was one of the best things I ever did. His drive and dedication to succeed is something I admire and I will always be grateful for what he has taught me. My other great role models are my Mum and Dad who sacrificed everything for us when we were little to give us the best upbringing they could. What words do you live by: “I am too positive to be doubtful, too optimistic to be fearful and too Auchensala Avalanche Liqueur Red- R& W Jr Champion UK EXPO 2018, she’s the only Red Avalanche in Europe and a granddaughter of Rockymountain Talent Licorice EX-95-2E. Richard Hodgson Photography. COWSMOPOLITAN Fall Special Edition 2018
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INT'L OPPORTUNITY AVG $31,000 Held during World Dairy Expo, the International Opportunity Sale hosted by GenoSource averaged $31,366 on 39 lots, grossing $1.2 million. Topping the sale for $200,000 was Melarry Medley 1116-ET, +2932 +1044NM Racer from the Larcrest Oside Champagne family. She was consigned by Melarry Farms & Shawn Hollerman, MN, and purchased by Select Sires.
BAZOOKA SOARS TO EXCELLENT-96 Hendercroft Fever Bazooka is Canada's newest EX-96 Holstein! Her dam is Hendercroft Lheros Gumball, also scored EX-96! Recently she was Reserve Grand Champion at the Eastern Ontario Western Quebec Championship Show. In 2017, she was Reserve Grand Champion at Ontario Summer Show and 5th 5yr Old at the Royal. Congratulations to Hendercroft Holsteins, ON, on this achievement!
LADA IS NEW EX-95 IN NY
Tierneys Tequila Lada, owned by Tierneys Farm Jerseys, NY, recently classified EX-95 at 7-04. Lada is a Tequila from Tierneys Jade Leta (EX-91), Reserve Grand Champion, Eastern States 2009. Next dams include EX-94 x VG-88 x EX-95 Linda Lou x EX-93 x VG-85 x EX-92. Congrats to them on this accomplishment!
ATWOD FAITH IS GRAND Judge Mike West selected Willows-Edge Atwod Faith as Grand Champion of the Eastern Ontario Western Quebec Championship Show. The 4yr Old is owned by Velthuis Farms Ltd., ON.
MATRIX SCORES EX-95
Congrats to Ferme Vert D’or with their newest EX-95! Vertdor Lauthority Matrix was 4th at the Royal last year as a 4yr Old! She’s a 10th generation VG/EX from EX-95 Sunnylodge Skychief Amy.
ATLANTIC FALL SHOW Intermediate & Grand Champion went to the winning Junior 3yr Old, Woodmansees Harris Jora (left), owned by Weeksdale, Gerardo & Jose Gonzalez, Select Farm & Export Services.
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The winning 5ry Old, Tuytel Atw Barbara 9-ET, was named Grand Champion for Samuel Fisher & Chip Savage, PA.
The World Classic ’18 averaged $34,966 for 50 lots, totaling gross sales of $1,748,300. Topping the sale at $205,000 was Lexvold Rolan AnneET, a +2930G Rolan from the Aiko & Altitude family, purchased by Westcoast Holsteins, BC, and consigned by Larry Lexvold, MN.
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manage our breeding programs without a lot of hormones. Progressive farms recognize that maintaining the health of the herd throughout lactation plays a major role in reproductive performance. Inflammatory disease postpartum and mastitis just before and during the breeding period significantly impairs a cow’s ability to get pregnant and even maintain that pregnancy. Improvement in cow comfort, reduction in lameness, and increase milk quality, has translated into a reduction of days to first breeding, increased conception rate, and lower pregnancy loss.
Reproduction literally is what makes the dairy industry possible. For a dairy cow to produce milk she must have a calf, and to keep her in the herd she must continue to have a calf each year. Seems like a pretty simple concept, however farms still struggle with reproduction. A farms Pregnancy Rate, expressed as the number of cows confirmed pregnant divided by the number of cows eligible to be bred in a 21-day period, is the best way to assess its reproductive performance. It enables us to monitor the efficiency by which cows get inseminated and are confirmed pregnant.
The goal to maximize farm profitability through reproduction is simple: breed all cows so that they maximize the area under the lactation curve. A high pregnancy rate with an appropriate voluntary waiting period is key. There is often a debate whether profitability is achieved by having short lactations and lots of them, or long lactations and minimize the transitions. Perhaps the answer lies somewhere in between and varies from one farm to another and even within farms. As farms get more efficient and utilize genomics, cows are peaking higher and maintaining that production further out into the lactation. With the introduction of robots into the dairy industry, cows no longer are restricted to the number of times they are milked per day. Robots allow cows to become
All too often, dairy producers still use the percent of cows pregnant at herd health to evaluate how well their herd is doing reproductively, however monitoring reproduction that way only tells part of the story. This calculation only looks at the cows the farm actually bred, which is a calculation of Conception Rate. A herd could have a 50 percent Conception Rate, but if they only breed 30 percent of the cows eligible to be bred, then their overall Pregnancy Rate is 15 percent, and therefore not maximizing the herds reproductive efficiency. In 2015, Dr. Paul Fricke introduced 5 keys of a successful breeding program to help farms achieve a 30 percent Pregnancy Rate. •
Key 1 & 2: Breed cows quickly after the end of voluntary waiting period and at the correct time in relation to ovulation
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Key 3: Improve AI efficiency: Who is breeding the cows and technique
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Key 4 & 5: Identify nonpregnant cows early after breeding and get them rebred efficiently
Since then, progressive farms have flown right passed 30 percent and consistently run a 35-40 percent Pregnancy Rate all year round. However, despite some farms success, the average Pregnancy Rate for North American dairy farms remain between 14-20 percent, depending on the region and size of the farm. A common misconception working with farms to improve their reproductive performance is that to achieve high Pregnancy Rates a farm must use synchronization programs and hormones. With todays technology and herd management, that is no longer the case. Innovative tools, like Activity monitors with Rumination, Herd Navigator, and Dairy Comp Herd Management software programs, allow us to
Frequent herd healths with a veterinarian to identify the open and problem cows in a timely manner and get them rebred is a key part in a successful breeding program.
Based on your Peak Milk and Herd Persistency, find a balance that allows your cows to spend more time of their lifetime in the area of the Lactation graph that is most profitable when milk production is the highest.
individuals within a herd and are free to express their true potential more easily. This changes the lactation curve which can allow us to maintain cows in a profitable state longer without having to go through the most vulnerable time for a cow, giving birth. Finally, successful farms know their reproductive goals and have a game plan for achieving those goals. They have tools in place to allow them to monitor their progress and adjust quickly when things go sideways. As well, all the key players on the farm, from the veterinarian to the nutritionist to the employees, know the herd goals and work together as a team to reach the desired outcome. Once your farm has mastered the basics of reproductive success and profitability, you can move on to more advanced reproductive opportunities available to dairy farmers today. Part 2, in the next issue, will look at using innovative technology, such as genomics, sexed semen, embryo transfer and IVF to maximize farm profitability and some of the economics behind these tools. Dr. Lisa McCrea is a veterinarian and partner at Agwest Veterinary Group. She has expanded her practice over thte years to include a full Bovine Embryo Transfer Mobile Service and partnered with Boviteqwest to include IVF services for her clients. Most recently, Agwest and Westgen have formed a new partnership called Proventus, a consultation network which allows producers the opportunity to access expertise that encompasses everything from veterinary care to agribusiness management. All photos supplied.
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MEET THE ROYAL WINTER FAIR JUDGES With the sights of trees changing colour, days becoming shorter, and Mike Berry, OR: National Jersey Show crops beginning to be harvested, we know that the final show of the year Mike Berry developed a passion for in North America is quickly approaching. After months of anticipation, show animals at a young age as he was the highest elite dairy cattle come together in the spotlight of the surrounded by Holsteins and Jerseys. He city lights for the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in downtown Toronto. took a strong interest to the dairy industry The culmination of each exhibitor’s hard work hits the climax and is from his father, who was a Holstein appraised throughout 4 different breed shows. Classifier for 10 years and also managed a This year the judges who have the prestigious honour of evaluating the best animals in North America are: Jamie Black - National Black and White Holstein Show, Jack Lomeo Jr. – National Red and White Holstein Show, Mike Berry – National Jersey Show and André Richard – National Ayrshire Show.
Learn all about Jamie, Jack, Mike and André below before they stand in the center of the ring! Jamie Black, NY: National Black and White Holstein Show Jamie Black was raised in eastern Ontario at Montdale Holsteins and now lives in Brushton, New York, where he owns and operates Opportunity Holsteins and Jerseys. Growing up, Jamie was an accomplished dairy fitter while buying and selling leading show animals. He is extremely honoured and humbled to have owned over 60 All-American and All-Canadian nominated animals in multiple breeds. Jamie is thoroughly involved in the business, especially working as a Sale Manager and a Sale Contact for many elite sales across North America.
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Upon graduation from the Dairy Management program at Michigan State University, Mike made a natural transition to become a dairy fitter while buying and selling elite animals. Currently, Mike owns Mike & Kristin Berry. Photo supplied. approximately 100 Holsteins and Jerseys under the Robinhood prefix. Mike raises the top end of his show heifers and cows in Albany, Oregon, where he lives with his wife Kristin and 10-month-old daughter, Morgan. André Richard, QC: National Ayrshire Show
Jamie Black working the ring at the Arethusa Avonlea Summer Splash Sale.
Jamie is extremely grateful for the owners and breeders who have allowed him the honour of evaluating their animals at the Royal this year. Jack Lomeo Jr., NY: National Red and White Holstein Show Jack Lomeo Jr. is a Regional Sales Manager in New York State for ST Genetics. He breeds and owns approximately 50 Holsteins and Jerseys under the recognizable Purple Fever prefix. Jack has been honoured to own many All-American and All-Canadian nominated animals, mainly in ownership with partners who have housed his cattle throughout North America.
André Richard hails from Rivière – Ouelle, Quebec, where he owns and operates Ayr-Ouelle alongside his parents, Roger and Thérèse, his wife, Nathalie Ouellet and two children, Émile (2) and Léo (4). AyrOuelle was established in 1984 and is now a Master Breeder herd that milks 50 cows and farms 800 acres of land. André has enjoyed exhibiting animals at the Royal Winter Fair for many years and is honoured to be the Official Judge of the Ayrshire show this year.
André Richard along with his wife, Nathalie and son, Léo in Moncton, New Brunswick in 2016 when they received their Master Breeder Shield. Photo supplied.
1. What has been your most memorable judging experience so far? JAMIE: I have had lots of great judging experiences but I am sure that the Holstein Show at the Royal this year will certainly be the highlight of my judging career.
JACK: My most memorable judging experience was evaluating the elite Milking Shorthorn animals at the World Dairy Expo last year. It was such an amazing honour to be on the big stage knowing that you were voted in by your peers and exhibitors that appreciate your opinion on their hard work. Additionally, I recently got back from a judging Jack was first assignment in Brazil that I will never forget. It was amazing to judge introduced to the cattle in a foreign country as the people were incredibly welcoming business through his and respectful. Both judging assignments were a gigantic honour, father, who used to without a doubt. go to Canada and buy MIKE: The animals at the World Dairy Expo are incredible and judging loads of registered the Jerseys last year was something I will never forget. However, I bred heifers and fresh also really enjoyed judging the Sydney Royal Show in Australia. My Jack Lomeo Jr. judging the International Milking Shorthorn show at the World Dairy cows. Although his Expo in 2018 with his associate, Simone Lalande. brother and I traveled together and we got to do a lot of farm tours and father was more of a sightseeing. The entire trip in general was amazing. commercial buyer, there was one heifer in a load of cattle his father brought back to the United States that really stood above the rest. Jack ANDRÉ: Two years ago, I judged at the Victoriaville Show and my Grand convinced his father to keep her and she was the first show animal Jack Champion choice was also Grand Champion at the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin. ever owned, creating a strong passion for the show business in him.
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Jamie selecting his Champion, Weeksdale Judges Harmony, at the Northeast Fall National Holstein Show in 2016.
3. What do you love the most about judging? Jack Lomeo Jr. selecting his Reserve Junior Champion calf at the Duchess County Fair in 2017. Photo supplied.
2. Who is your favorite cow of all time? One that you have judged and/or one that you admire. JAMIE: I will keep that a secret because I am sure some of my favourites will be at the Royal! However, some cows that I have always admired include: Vandenberg Amedeo Gorgeous, Thrulane James Rose and RF Goldwyn Hailey. JACK: Brookview Tony Charity is my favourite cow of all time. The time Charity was at her climax was the same time that I was starting to really pay attention and get involved in the business. I was always amazed by the length of her and I still remember they would have to make the pack a foot longer where she stood. My favourite cow that I have ever judged was Pierstein Cicero Time Out, owned by Ferme Jacobs. I judged her last year at the Trois-Rivières show in Quebec and I fell in love with her from the moment she walked in the ring. She is my stylelong, feminine, great feet and legs and an amazing udder. MIKE: My favourite cow of all time is Elliots Blackstone Charlotte-ET, who I made Reserve Grand Champion at the World Dairy Expo last year. She is the most unique animal I have ever judged, combining her pedigree and conformation. Her dam is Arethusa Veronicas Comet EX-95, a Royal Winter Fair Champion, and her grandam is Huronia Centurion Veronica EX-97, a two-time Supreme Champion at the World Dairy Expo. Having 3 generations of champions at elite shows is super cool, which is why she is my favourite. ANDRÉ: I had the chance to take care of Thrulane James Rose at a show and I really appreciated her because she’s a modern model of a dairy cow. In the Ayrshire Breed, Sunnymead Jade’s Silk EX-95, a past Grand Champion at the Royal Winter Fair, is a cow that I really admire and feel very fortunate to have taken care of her at my own farm.
André judging the Classique des jeunes raraux in Montmagny, Quebec in 2014. Photo supplied.
JAMIE: I really enjoy evaluating good cows and comparing each cow to the true type model in my mind. I also find it an honour to be voted and entrusted by breeders and exhibitors to judge their cows based on my opinion. JACK: The thought of your peers valuing your opinion enough to let you evaluate their hard work, breeding and purchases is a gigantic honour to me. Additionally, I love how there is a variety of showing. For example, there are experts who do an incredible job with their animals 365 days a year to exhibit at elite shows, and there are young members who are eager to learn and exhibit at 4-H shows. Last year I judged the Dutchess County Fair and made a young girl with a Brown Swiss calf first in her class and Reserve Junior Champion. When I went up to her to congratulate her, she was like “Me?! Really?! You don’t actually mean me?!” I loved seeing that innocence and it is why I find it an honour to judge all levels of shows. Lastly, I really enjoy the fact that I can describe what I see on the mic and explain my placings through my reasons. My hope is that when I am all done, if people didn’t even see the show, they have some vision of what the cows looked like. MIKE: I love the feeling of never knowing what is going to come in the ring next. Perhaps it will be the next young cow, a famous cow, or a future super star…. the unknown is exciting. ANDRÉ: I love judging because I get to really appreciate great animals. Additionally, it is truly amazing to see breeder’s passion and hard work. 4. Describe the feeling you had when you got the call to judge the Royal. JAMIE: I was so honoured and excited. Judging the Royal is always something I wanted to do. To be on the ballot is one thing, but to be selected over two great judges and cowmen was truly humbling. JACK: Judging the Royal is one of the biggest honours a judge could have. When my dad would come to Canada to buy commercial animals, I would often travel with him and see all the small dairies in Canada with amazing quality. Since I grew up and spent so much time with the people in Canada, it is such an amazing feeling being chosen by them to evaluate their cattle.
Mike leading 2nd place Aged Cow, Crazy For Contender Dacia-Red owned by Kenny Coppini at the World Dairy Expo Red & White show 2018.
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Jack Lomeo Jr. with his champions at the Trois Rivieres Holstein show in 2017.
Jamie Black has had the opportunity to lead winning animals around the world. Photo The Bullvine.
ANDRÉ: It was so incredible but it took me a few days to realize the have always done everything together and I have always wanted to use good news! him for a big show somewhere. He has such a good eye for cattle and I am happy to have him as my associate. ANDRÉ: Peter Berresfort will be my ringman for the Royal this year. I chose Peter because we share the same ideas about cows and he has JAMIE: I am looking for balanced dairy cows with great udders and extremely good judgment. functional feet and legs. 7. What is your best piece of advice for upcoming judges or ones that JACK: I am looking for a modern, feminine dairy cow that is functional. aspire to judge big shows? She has to be big enough, but not too big, and have balance and style. However, the most important part is she has to have a great set of feet JAMIE: My best piece of advice to any aspiring judge is to be honest and legs and a beautiful mammary system that will allow her to survive and make yourself happy. A very good friend of mine always gave me the advice of “Judge, take what you like!” throughout many lactations. MIKE: I am looking for cattle with high quality, good feet and legs and JACK: The most important thing is to keep your eyes open to watch the great udders. Size doesn’t matter to me, they just have to be good and shows and your ears open to listen to the reasons. Do more listening and watching than talking. Watch for what you like and if you see functional. one that you like better than the judge does, listen to his/her reasons ANDRÉ: I like to keep it simple. I look for balanced cows with really and see why they placed them the way that they did and learn from good udders, large rumps and great feet and legs. that. One thing that I pride myself on is throughout all the years of my judging, I have been extremely honest to myself and won with the cows that I love. I think it is important that a young, aspiring judge has 6. Who is your associate judge? How did you select them? to find a pattern and not pay attention to the owners, leadsmen and JAMIE: Cameron MacGregor was my choice for associate. Ever since previous placings. Just go out there and make yourself the happiest! the time that I placed my first show, I had always said he would be my MIKE: It is important to judge the cows for how they look at that associate. We have known and worked with each other for many of moment. Do not over think what they could look like on a different years. He has always been a mentor to me, but most importantly, he’s day. At a big show, they have to be on the money because the quality always been a great friend. is amazing. Although they may look different on another day, it is important to remember that we are not judging what the future might JACK: I do not have an associate judge. be or what the past was. MIKE: My brother Allen will be my associate for the Royal this year. We ANDRÉ: Don’t be afraid to go and trust yourself! 5.What are you looking for in your winners?
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opinion ASK THE EXPERTS Question: A2A2 milk sales are on the rise. How have you seen the effects of this in your country and in what ways will this impact your bull selection process now and in the future? DAVE EASTMAN, VALIDITY GENETIC TESTING & VOGUE CATTLE CO., CANADA Today there is no milk being marketed in Canada I’m aware of. Having said that there is tremendous opportunity to provide more alternatives for consumers. There is more and more awareness and interest in A2 given recent commercials that crossover on CDN TV from US companies – A2 is being marketed aggressively in the USA currently. If we watch what the trend has been in other countries, I really believe we will see A2 milk on Canadian dairy shelves in the Dave Eastman, Canada near future - it presents great opportunities/ alternatives to growing various “nut” milks which are eating away at our dairy sales domestically. It traditionally has been a premium priced product, so I really don’t see any down side in selecting for it today - I know many herds that have been using only A2 sires for many years now and will be in a great place to capitalize on it when the opportunity presents itself. We have been favouring A2A2 sires in our mating’s/marketing program already for 7-8 years. We have many multiple generation animals already & have actively been trying to combine it with polled gene “I really believe we will see A2 milk as well. We genomic test all on Canadian dairy shelves in the near our animals for genomics and future - it presents great opportunities/ at the same time A2A2 (Beta alternatives to growing various “nut” Casein) in addition to other milks which are eating away at our dairy milk proteins (Kappa Casein of which BB is most favorable). We sales domestically.” have several markets that have - Dave Eastman strong interest in A2 & polled embryos. The majority of bulls in AI today have been tested for A2 and eventually get their results updated on CDN website which also allows for quick searches – otherwise we need to look up each bull on various websites which takes time. We don’t feel we have had to sacrifice genetics to bring along the A2 gene - popular heavily used proven bulls today like Brewmaster, Lautrust & Doorman both are A2A2, in fact at quick look on CDN proven bulls in August shows 5 of the top 7 proven bulls are A2A2. Older bulls like Aerostar, Storm & Outside are a couple of bulls that come to mind that were also A2 and have a huge presence in Canadian pedigrees. With my genetic testing company, Validity Genetic Testing, we are doing more and more herds for A2 to help breeders establish the level they currently have for A2, to accelerate their A2 levels even faster through genetic selection. TARA BOHNERT-YODER, INDEPENDENT JERSEY SPECIALIST, USA American consumers are becoming more health conscious and as a result, A2 milk has risen to the top in current milk trends. The colored breeds have become poster children for their prevalence of having two copies of the A2 gene for beta-casein. I have even heard of cases where doctors recommend Jersey milk, verses saying A2, for dairy digestive related problems in their clients.
It has been several years since dairymen began inquiring about sires that carry the A2 alleles. Today, we publish the beta-casein results on all sires and have incorporated that as an option for selection indexes. Being A2A2 almost comes natural for Jerseys. Approximately 80% of the marketed “Dairymen should evaluate if they Jerseys are A2A2 sires. Sires are are being paid premiums for A2 milk evaluated for their opportunity cost for production and the health and make their genetic plans with that in mind.” and conformation traits first and foremost. Even without emphasis - Tara Bohnert-Yoder on it, there are minimal A1A1 sires marketed. Just as milk sales are consumer driven, our selection process is driven by our clients. A2 milk demand will continue to rise and we will be prepared with A2A2 Jersey genetics. Dairymen should evaluate if they are being paid premiums for A2 milk and make their genetic plans with that in mind. HARRY SCHUILING, SEMEX, WESTERN EUROPE, ASIA & SOUTH AFRICA The popularity of A2A2 genetics is on the rise in the majority of the 13 countries I work with in my job at Semex. In a minority of these countries there’s a A2A2 strategy in the dairy industry in place but everyone agrees it’s a hot topic in the dairy industry and so it is in the genetic industry. There is for sure a growing popularity of A2 beta-casein milk among consumers and dairy farmers, that’s what I experience on many of my business trips. My belief is that there will be more and more dairy producers who will be incentivized to produce A2 milk to meet the growing demand in what is considered to be a healthier alternative to conventional dairy. However, the science behind this trend remains controversial and is not well understood by many consumers and producers. Implications of research on Beta Casein and some clinical studies, as well as lots of attention in the media, have provided evidence supporting the benefits of removing A1 beta casein from the diet of potentially susceptible patients to some diseases. For example, switching to a gluten- and casein-free diet is declining some symptoms of autism. Lactose intolerance may also be wrongly diagnosed and could resolved by replacing A1 beta casein with A2 beta casein. Avoidance of A1 beta casein may also prevent the activity associated with type 1 diabetes, neurological disorders, and specific heart diseases.
Harry Schuiling, Western Europe, Asia & South Africa
More studies are needed to confirm the potential clinical benefits of reducing A1 beta casein consumption. Coming back to the alleged lactose intolerance of “Implications of research on Beta Casein some individuals and/or populations, it is especially and some clinical studies, as well as lots the dairy exporting countries of attention in the media, have provided putting special attention to the Beta Casein subject to evidence supporting the benefits of removing supply their export markets A1 beta casein from the diet of potentially susceptible patients to some diseases.” with health problem solving products. I also experience - Harry Schuiling some great local initiatives of dairy farmers who are actively working on producing local cheese from a 100% A2A2 herd. A2 is hot and a genetic strategy on the usage of A2A2 genetics is in many herds in many different countries will continue!
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ALL-AMERICAN DAIRY SHOW Sept 18-21, 2018‚ Harrisburg, PA
SUPREME CHAMPION JUNIOR CHAMPION
Savage-Leigh Lalas First-ET (Doorman), Holstein, Chase Savage, MD
SUPREME CHAMPION
Cutting Edge T Delilah (Thunder), Brown Swiss, Kyle Barton, NY
EASTERN NATIONAL HOLSTEIN
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Judge: Yan Jacobs, QC
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Savage-Leigh Lalas First-ET (Doorman), 1st Fall Calf, Chase Savage, MD
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Holstein Senior & Grand Champion LtoR: Senior & Grand Champion Trulea G W Atwood Candy, Glamourview Farm, MD; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Ack-Lee Dempsey Passion, Jay Ackley, Pat Conroy, Peter Vail, OH; Intermediate & HM Grand Champion Midas-Touch Jedi Jangle-ET, Eaton Holsteins, Clarkvalley Holsteins & London Dairy, NY.
Knonuadale Snylodge Jasmine (Jacoby), 2nd Fall Calf, Makayla & Kaleb Osinga, TX
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Keystone Solomon Allstar (Solomon), 1st Winter Calf, Ella Hlavaty, PA
INTERMEDIATE & HM GRAND CHAMPION
Midas-Touch Jedi Jangle-ET (Jedi), 1st Jr 2yr Old, Eaton Holsteins, Clarkvalley Holsteins & London Dairy, NY
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Roll-N-View Def Bojangle (Defiant), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Allison Galton, NY Holstein Junior Champion LtoR: Junior Champion Savage-Leigh Lalas First-ET, Chase Savage, MD; Reserve Junior Champion Knonuadale Snylodge Jasmine, Makayla & Kaleb Osinga, TX; HM Junior Champion Keystone Solomon Allstar, Ella Hlavaty, PA.
Holstein Intermediate Champion LtoR: Intermediate Champion Midas-Touch Jedi Jangle-ET, Eaton Holsteins, Clarkvalley Holsteins & London Dairy, NY; Reserve Intermediate Champion Roll-N-View Def Bojangle, Allison Galton, NY; HM Intermediate Champion Ms Smith-Oak-PW D Maggie-ET, Eaton Holsteins, Clarkvalley Holsteins & London Dairy, NY.
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Ms Smith-Oak-PW D Maggie-ET (Doorman), 1st Sr 2yr Old, Eaton Holsteins, Clarkvalley Holsteins & London Dairy, NY
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Trulea G W Atwood Candy (Atwood),1st 4yr Old, Glamourview Farm, MD
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Ack-Lee Dempsey Passion (Dempsey), 2nd 4yr Old, Jay Ackley, Pat Conroy, Peter Vail, OH
HM SENIOR CHAMPION
TC Sanchez Kristina (Sanchez), 1st 150,000 Lb., Eaton Holsteins, NY Jersey Arethusa Impression Selia, Carly Shaw, MD.
JERSEY
137 HEAD Judge: Steve Wagner, VT
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Arethusa Impression Selia (Impression), 1st Fall Calf, Carly Shaw, MD
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Heaths Prime Suspect Jayce (Prime Suspect), 1st Spring Yearling, Rivendale Farms, PA
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
South Mountain Premier Sop (Premier), 1st Summer Yearling, Rivendale Farms, PA
INTERMEDIATE & GRAND CHAMPION
Minister Gail (Minister), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Rivendale Farms, PA
Jersey Intermediate Champion LtoR: Intermediate & Grand Champion Minister Gail, Rivendale Farms, PA; Reserve Intermediate Champion Brew-Line Tequila Dove, Emilee Brewer, PA; HM Intermediate Champion Townside Tequila Response, Rivendale Farms, PA .
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR
Windy-Knoll-View, James & Nina Burdette, PA
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Brew-Line Tequila Dove (Tequila), 1st Jr 2yr Old, Emilee Brewer, PA
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Townside Tequila Response (Tequila), 1st Jr 2yr Old, Rivendale Farms, PA
SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Bri-Lin Valson Spirtz (Valson), 1st 4yr Old, Rivendale Farms, PA
RESERVE SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION
Humming BT Finalist Dottie (Bowtie), Aged Cow, Kennedy Crothers, NY
HM SENIOR CHAMPION
Crossbrook HG Dixie (Hired Gun), 1st 5yr Old, Rivendale Farms, PA
Jersey Senior Champion LtoR: Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Bri-Lin Valson Spirtz, Rivendale Farms, PA; Reserve Senior & HM Grand Champion Humming BT Finalist Dottie, Kennedy Crothers, NY; HM Senior Champion Crossbrook HG Dixie, Rivendale Farms, PA.
PREMIER BREEDER
Caroline Arrowsmith, PA
PREMIER EXHIBITOR
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123 HEAD
Judge: Garrit DeBruin, WI
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Brook Hollow Totally Had It (Total), 1st Fall Calf, Leslie & Linda Bruchey, MD
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Cutting Edge C Skylar (Carter), 1st Summer Yearling, Ken Main & Peter Vail, NY
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Fairdale Hill Braiden Shey-ET (Braiden),1st Fall Yearling, Leslie & Linda Bruchey, MD
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Round Hill Braiden Fenny (Braiden), 1st Junior 2yr Old, Hills Valley Farm, LLC, NY
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
RADical Showring Ready-ETV (Gib), 1st Senior 3yr Old, Lindsey Rucks, FL
Brown Swiss Senior & Grand Champion LtoR: Senior & Grand Champion Cutting Edge T Delilah, Kyle Barton, NY; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Cutting Edge Fawn, Ken Main & Peter Vail, NY.
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Lee-Anns Durham Finley (Durham), 1st Senior 3yr Old, Ken Main & Peter Vail, NY
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Cutting Edge T Delilah (Thunder), 1st 5yr Old, Kyle Barton, NY
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Cutting Edge Fawn (Nemo), 1st 4yr Old, Ken Main & Peter Vail, NY
HM SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION
Bittersweet Victor Roxanne (Victor), 1st Aged Cow, Ken Main & Peter Vail, NY
Brown Swiss Junior Champion Brook Hollow Totally Had It, Leslie & Linda Bruchey, MD.
Brown Swiss Senior & Grand Champion & Supreme Champion Cutting Edge T Delilah, Kyle Barton, NY.
Ayrshire Junior Champion Jomill Burdette Kalliope, Taylor Heeter, PA.
Ayrshire Senior & Grand Champion RtoL: Senior & Grand Champion Palmyra Berkley P Ruth-ET, Evan Creek, MD; Reserve Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Hawvercrest Etglen Sizzle, Izzy Bohrer, MD.
PREMIER BREEDER
Hills Valley Farm LLC, NY
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR
Elite Dairy, NY
AYRSHIRE
119 HEAD
Judge: Molly Sloan, WI
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Jomill Burdette Kalliope (Burdettte), 1st Fall Calf, Taylor Heeter, PA
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
KnH-Endres Burdette Mayhem (Burdette), 1st Summer Yearling, Leslie & Linda Bruchey, MD
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Heineman Vicking Carma (Vicking), 1st Winter Calf, Angela Heineman-Fuller, NY
INTERMEDIATE & HM GRAND CHAMPION
HM SENIOR CHAMPION
Sunny Acres Riggins Ramona (Riggins), 1st100,000 lb. Cow, Sunny Acres Farm, NY
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR
Sunny Acres Farm, NY
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Marilie Reality Melana-ET (Reality), 1st Sr 2yr Old, Glamourview Farm, MD
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Old-N-Lazy Gentle Wipeout-ET (Gentleman), 1st Jr 2yr Old, Peter Vail, NY
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Mowry’s Ryder Gollee (Ryde), 1st Junior 3yr Old, Katie Shultz, PA
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Palmyra Berkley P Ruth-ET (Berkley), 1st 4yr Old, Evan Creek, MD
RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Hawvercrest Etglen Sizzle (Bradock), 2nd 4yr Old, Izzy Bohrer, MD
1. Chip & Chase Savage share a congrats after winning Junior Champion. 2. Reese Burdette winning the Spring Yearling class on Jr Show day. 3. Keith Fisher and Dale Bendig.
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106 HEAD
Judge: Mike Berry, OR
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Knonaudale Lite My Fire-Red (Jordy), 1st Winter Calf, Daniel Kitchen, PA
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Entourage LC Felicia-Red (Hypnotic), 1st Winter Yearling, Matt Hawbaker, MD R&W Junior Champion LtoR: Junior Champion Knonaudale Lite My Fire-Red, Daniel Kitchen, PA; Reserve Junior Champion Entourage LC Felicia-Red, Matt Hawbaker, MD; HM Junior Champion Hill-A-Way Jordy Apache-Red, Sabrina Clark, PA.
R&W Grand Champion RtoL: Intermediate & Grand Champion Budjon-Vail HZ LaceyRed-ET, Allison Galton, NY; Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Cherry-Lor Ladd RippleRed, Matthew Boop & Cael Hembury, PA; Reserve Intermediate & HM Grand Champion Savage-Leigh Classy-Red-ET, Connor Savage, MD.
HM JUNIOR CHAMPION
Hill-A-Way Jordy Apache-Red (Jordy), 1st Fall Calf, Sabrina Clark, PA
INTERMEDIATE & GRAND CHAMPION
Budjon-Vail HZ Lacey-Red-ET (Heztry), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Allison Galton, NY
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE & HM GRAND CHAMPION
Savage-Leigh Classy-Red-ET (Diamondback), 1st Jr 2yr Old, Connor Savage, MD
SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Cherry-Lor Ladd Ripple-Red (Ladd P), 1st 4yr Old, Matthew Boop & Cael Hembury, PA
RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION
Milking Shorthorn Junior Champion Innisfail-WO Julius Lucy, Jeffrey McKissick & Mike Uber, PA.
MILKING SHORTHORN
72 HEAD
Judge: Jason Lloyd, NY
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Innisfail-WO Julius Lucy (Julius), 1st Spring Yearling, Jeffrey McKissick & Mike Uber, PA
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Lite HP Nighttime (Ricochet), 1st Fall Calf, Peter Vail, NY
INTERMEDIATE & GRAND CHAMPION
RESERVE SENIOR & HM GRAND CHAMPION
HC-HP Red Rob Fireball EXP ET (Red Robin), 1st Aged Cow, Peter Vail, NY
PREMIER BREEDER
Keith & Donnette Fisher, PA & John & Marjorie Kuszlyk, NY (tie)
PREMIER EXHIBITOR
Keith & Donnette Fisher, PA
GUERNSEY
Long-Brook RL Sweetie Pie-Red (Redliner), 1st 125,000lb. Cow, Marshman Farms & Hembury Farms, LLC, NY
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR
Douglas Wolfe, NY
INTERMEDIATE & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Millborne HP Kringle Tara (Kringle), 1st Sr 3yr Old, M Miller, M Hellendbrand & P Vail, CT
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Walnut Corner Rebel Avita (Rebel), 1st Jr 3yr Old, L Bros & K Stoltzfus, PA
SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION
Willow Brook Labron Toni (Labron), 1st 5yr Old, Jake Booher, PA
BDF Madness Marsha (Madness), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Dallas Butts, IN
136 HEAD
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Kuszmar Muddy Rose-86 (Mudslinger), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Peter Vail, NY
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Springhill Jokes Finale-ETV (Levi), 1st Fall Calf, Springhill, OH
Lovee Crest Carter Georgi (Carter), 1st Aged Cow, Kevin & Dina Stoltzfus & Dr Joseph Piskorowski, PA
SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION
Knapps Guernseys, IA
Judge: Matt Lawrence, PA
Kuszmar Mega Lely 62 (Megadeth), 1st 4yr Old, John P. & Marjorie Kuszlyk, NY
Rutters Bros Top Notch Cami-ET (Top Notch), 1st Spring Yearling, Kelly Johnson, PA
PREMIER NATIONAL JUNIOR SHOWS
JUNIOR CHAMPION
HOLSTEIN 195 Head; Judge: Molly Sloan, WI JUNIOR CHAMPION
JERSEY 134 Head; Judge: Nate Oleniacz, PA KCJF Andreas Cancun (Andreas), 1st Fall Calf, Landree Fraley, PA
GRAND CHAMPION
Keystone Solomon Allstar (Solomon), 1st Winter Calf, Ella Hlavaty, PA
Humming BT Finalist Dottie (Bowtie), 1st Aged Cow, Kennedy Crothers, NY
GRAND & SUPREME CHAMPION
GUERNSEY 90 Head; Judge: Mike Berry, OR
Plum-Line Reginald Velour (Reginald), 1st 4yr Old, Brooke Carey, PA
R&W 137 Head; Judge: Jason Lloyd, NY JUNIOR & SUPREME JUNIOR CHAMPION
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Knapps Pies Making Magic-ET (Pies), 1st Fall Calf, Landree Fraley, PA
GRAND CHAMPION
Hill-A-Way Jordy Apache-Red (Jordy), 1st Fall Calf, Sabrina Clark & Evan Hillegass, PA
Willow Brook Labron Toni (Labron), 1st 5yr Old, Jake Booher, PA
GRAND CHAMPION
AYRSHIRE 89 Head; Judge: Jack Lomeo, Jr., NY
Cherry-Lor Ladd Ripple-Red (Ladd), 1st 4yr Old, Matthew Boop & Cael Hembury, PA
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Milking Shorthorn Grand Champion LtoR: Intermediate & Grand Champion BDF Madness Marsha, Dallas Butts, IN; Senior & Reserve Grand Champion Kuszmar Mega Lely 62, John P. & Marjorie Kuszlyk, NY.
JUNIOR CHAMPION
Nor-Bert Lochin Vesta (Lochinvar), 1st Fall Calf, Dalton, Dillon & Breanne Freeman, IN
RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION PREMIER BREEDER
PREMIER EXHIBITOR
Kevin & Dina Stoltzfus, PA
GRAND CHAMPION
Mowry’s Burdette Mojo (Burdette), 1st Jr 3yr Old, Sabrina & Cassie Clark, PA
BROWN SWISS 84 Head; Judge: Matt Lawrence, PA JUNIOR CHAMPION
Way Lyn Biver Diva (Biver), 1st Winter Calf, Dylan Duncan, PA
GRAND CHAMPION
Latimore Tanbark Tanzy (Tanbark), 1st Sr 3yr Old, Zachary Logan, OH
MILKING SHORTHORN 60 Head; Judge: Jack Lomeo, Jr., NY JUNIOR CHAMPION
R-Generation Poker Melody (Poker), 1st Winter Calf, Landree Fraley, PA
GRAND CHAMPION
Valley View Oakleigh 2390-EX (Blaine), 1st Sr 2yr Old, Brittany Crawley, AR
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sponsored by Cowsmopolitan Dairy Magazine
Guidelines 2018
To qualify animals: • Must be purebred of 75% or higher in purity registered Holstein • Have placed in the top three at Western Canada designated shows • All 2018 show placings must be listed
Entries
• Must be completed in full. If information is missing or incorrect (eg. sire name, wrong class, age etc) the entry may not be accepted • Completed entry form must be submitted for each animal or Breeders Herd • Photos must be taken during the 2018 show season • Either a hard copy or photo number MUST be supplied • In the event Cowsmopolitan does not have a current photo on file a reprint will be ordered at the owners’ expense 4-H Entries: • To be completed on the same form • Must be shown by the member in the eligible shows • All first, second or third placing at a 4-H or Junior shows on the below list qualify • All Provincial 4-H shows, WCC and Canadian Classic
2018 All-Western Designated Shows British Columbia • • • •
North Okanagan (Armstrong) Spring Show - HO BC Holstein Spring Show (Abbotsford) - HO Vancouver Island Show (Duncan) - HO Interior Provincial Exhibition (Armstrong) - JE & HO
Classes 1. Junior Calf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born March 1, 2018 to May 31, 2018 2. Intermediate Calf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Born Dec. 1, 2017 to Feb 28, 2018 3. Senior Calf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born Sept 1, 2017 to Nov 30, 2017 4. Summer Yearling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Born June 1, 2017 to August 31, 2017 5. Junior Yearling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Born March 1, 2017 to May 31, 2017 6. Intermediate Yearling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born Dec 1, 2016 to Feb 28, 2017 7. Milking Senior Yearling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born Sept 1, 2016 to Nov 30, 2018 8. Junior 2-Year-Old . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born Mar 1, 2016 to Aug 31, 2016 9. Senior 2-Year-Old . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Born Sept 1, 2015 to Feb 28, 2016 10. Junior 3-Year-Old . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born Mar 1, 2015 to Aug 31, 2015 11. Senior 3-Year-Old . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Born Sept. 1, 2014 to Feb 28, 2015 12. 4-Year-Old . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born Sept. 1, 2013 to Aug. 31, 2014 13. 5-Year-Old . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born Sept. 1, 2012 to Aug. 31, 2013 14. Mature Cow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born prior to Sept. 1, 2012 15. Breeder’s Herd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .group of 3 animals from the same breeding unit. The exhibitor must solely or jointly own at least one animal in the group; the other two animals may be owned by other exhibitors.
Jersey Classes
(If there are more than 3 entries per class, classes will be split into the appropriate class)
Alberta • Calgary Dairy Classic - HO & JE • Alberta Dairy Congress - HO • Red Deer Westerner Championship Showcase - JE & HO Additional 4-H Shows Only • • • •
Western Canadian Classic Canadian Classic Provincial 4-H Shows Club Achievement Day
***Cowsmopolitan reserves the right to drop any Holstein show that does not have more than 75 entries as well as any Jersey show that does not have more than 25 head and consideration will be given for shows over 75 head. *** National Show results will be published but not considered in placings.
DON’T FORGET TO GET YOUR COWS PHOTOGRAPHED Entry forms available on line at www.cowsmo.com Call and we will mail, fax or email forms. Fax form to 403-335-9230 Carol - 403-335-3780 or Lexi - 403-862-5600
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1. Calf Class (Intermediate & Senior Calf) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . born Sept. 1, 2017 to Feb 28, 2018 2. Yearling Class (Summer, Jr & Int Yearlings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . born Dec 1, 2016 to Aug 31, 2017 3. Intermediate Cows (2yr & 3yr Olds). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .born Sept 1, 2014 to Nov 30, 2016 4. Senior cows (4yrs & Older) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Born prior to Aug 31, 2014
Super Cow Class
Class will be based on 70% production, 10% classification and 15% on the photograph. Show results will not contribute to the nomination. The requirements to submit a nomination will be that the cow must be scored VG or better and production must be submitted along with a photo that has been taken in the last 2 years.
4-H Classes- All Breeds
1. Intermediate Calf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . born Dec. 1, 2017 to Feb 28, 2018 2. Senior Calf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . born Sept. 1, 2017 to Nov 30, 2017 3. Summer Yearling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . born Jun. 1, 2017 to Aug 31, 2017 4. Junior Yearling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . born Mar 1, 2017 to May 31, 2017 5. Intermediate Yearling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . born Sept 1, 2016 to Feb 28, 2017 (The 4-H name is used with the permission of the Canadian 4-H Council)
Selection Process
• Panel of judges will determine the top six nominations to be featured in the All Western Nomination section on line December 15, 2018 (Cowsmopolitan has discretion to use all animals in nomination process) • A full panel of judges will then vote on the top six nominations and the winning entries will be published in the Spring 2019 issue of Cowsmopolitan • Winners will be notified by phone by Jan 20, 2019
Entry Deadline
All entries must be received by November 15, 2018
Entry Forms will be available at fall shows or Call 403-335-3780 or Fax 403-335-9230 or download from the Cowsmopolitan website: cowsmo.com
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UK DAIRY DAY Sept 12, 2018, Telford, UK
INTERBREED CHAMPIONS INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Allstar Provider Honesty (Provider), 1st Ayrshire Sr Heifer in Milk, E T Tomlinson & Evie Tomlinson & I Wilson
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Kedar Blooming Rosa (Blooming), 1st Brown Swiss 2yr Old in Milk, T Lochhead & Sons
HM INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Wyndford Doorman Atlee 2 (Doorman), 1st Holstein Sr 2yr Old in Milk, D W & C E Jones
Holstein Intermediate Champion LtoR: Intermediate Champion Wyndford Doorman Atlee 2, DW & CE Jones; Reserve Intermediate Knowlesmere Solomon Diamond, A&J Whittaker.
Holstein Grand Champion LtoR: Grand Champion Davlea Bradnick Alicia, BL Davies & Son; Reserve Grand Champion Riverdane Ashlyn Gold, Evening Holsteins; HM Grand Champion Peak Goldwyn Rhapsody, Yasmin Bradbury.
R&W Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Interbreed Champion Wiltor Chipper Rosie Polled Red, D W & C E Jones.
Dairy Shorthorn Grand Champion Cotonhall Absolute Joy, R Kite.
GRAND CHAMPION
Davlea Bradnick Alicia (Bradnick), 1st Holstein Sr 3yr Old in Milk; Born between 1st May’ 14 – 31st Oct ’14, B L Davies & Son
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Wiltor Chipper Rosie Polled Red (Chipper-P), 1st Red & White Cow in Milk, D W & C E Jones
HM GRAND CHAMPION
Kedar Alaska (Blooming), 1st Brown Swiss 4yr Old Cow in Milk, T Lochhead & Sons
NATIONAL HOLSTEIN
67 HEAD; 12 R&W
Judge: Mick Gould, UK
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Wyndford Doorman Atlee 2 (Doorman), 1st Sr 2yr Old, D W & C E Jones
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Knowlesmere Solomon Diamond (Solomon), 1st Int 2yr Old, A & J Whittaker
GRAND CHAMPION
Davlea Bradnick Alicia (Bradnick), 1st Sr 3yr Old, B L Davies & Son
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Ayrshire Intermediate Champion & Interbreed Intermediate Champion Allstar Provider Honesty, E T Tomlinson & Evie Tomlinson & I Wilson.
NATIONAL AYRSHIRE
Riverdane Ashlyn Gold (Goldchip), 2nd Sr 3yr Old, Evening Holsteins
38 HEAD
HM GRAND CHAMPION
Judge: Lisa Window-Walker, UK
Peak Goldwyn Rhapsody (Goldwyn), 1st Mature Cow, Yasmin Bradbury
R&W GRAND CHAMPION
Wiltor Chipper Rosie Polled Red (Chipper-P), 1st Red & White Cow in Milk, D W & C E Jones
PREMIER BREEDER & EXHIBITOR
Davlea - B L Davies & Son
GRAND CHAMPION
Halmyre Urr Mayflower 240 (Pinsent), 1st Sr Cow in Milk; Having had 4 calves or more, K Davidson
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Allstar Provider Honesty (Provider), 1st Sr Heifer in Milk, E T Tomlinson & Evie Tomlinson & I Wilson
RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION
Lessnessock Creamsilk FSP (Predator), 2nd Sr Heifer in Milk, A Montgomerie
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Ayrshire Grand Champion LtoR: Grand Champion Halmyre Urr Mayflower 240, K Davidson; Reserve Grand Champion Willowfields Winnie 2, D M Lindsay / H & L Batty; HM Grand Champion Allstar Provider Honesty, E T Tomlinson & Evie Tomlinson & I Wilson.
Willowfields Winnie 2 (Reality), 1st Int Cow in Milk; Having had 3 calves, D M Lindsay / H & L Batty
HM GRAND CHAMPION
Allstar Provider Honesty (Provider), 1st Sr Heifer in Milk, E T Tomlinson & Evie Tomlinson & I Wilson
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Judge:James Lamb, UK
GRAND CHAMPION
Cotonhall Absolute Joy (Absolute), 1st Heifer in Milk, R Kite
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Westonia Gay Lass 5th (Ernie), 1st Sr Cow in Milk; Having had 4 calves or more, R Stockton & R Morgan
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1. Ayrshire Young Breeders responsible for helping breeders get cows ready for the National Ayrshire Show.. 2. Emma & Alice Yates with Izzy & Ted Jones ringside at UK Dairy Day. 3. Jason Helen and Brendan Greenan. 4. International classifiers conference delegates Thomas Ender and Bruno Jubinville enjoying the show. 5. Sam Wake and UK Ayrshire Cattle Society President Keith Davidson.
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16 HEAD Judge: Anna Stable, UK
GRAND CHAMPION
Windyridge Tequila Diamond (Tequila), 1st Jr Cow; Having had 2 or 3 calves, P Manning & E J Murray
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Bluegrass Crimson Blusher (Festival of Fireworks), 1st Sr Cow: Having had 4 calves or more, A H Wilson
HM GRAND CHAMPION
Rivermead Primero Tweeny (Primero), 1st Heifer in Milk, The Davis Family
BROWN SWISS
10 HEAD
Judge: Dr Angelo Pozzatti, IT
GRAND CHAMPION
Kedar Alaska (Blooming), 1st 4yr Old, T Lochhead & Sons
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Kedar Blooming Rosa (Blooming), 1st 2yr Old, T Lochhead & Sons
Jersey Grand Champion LtoR: Grand Champion Windyridge Tequila Diamond, P Manning & E J Murray; Reserve Grand Champion Bluegrass Crimson Blusher, A H Wilson; HM Grand Champion Rivermead Primero Tweeny, The Davis Family.
Brown Swiss Grand Champion Kedar Alaska, T Lochhead & Sons.
GUERNSEY
10 HEAD
Judge: James Warren, UK
GRAND CHAMPION
Kimcote Legend Fragrant 4 (Legend), 1st Jr Cow in Milk; Having had 2 or 3 calves, A D & R M Thomas
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Kimcote Legend Angel 3 (Legend), 2nd Jr Cow in Milk; Having had 2 or 3 calves, A D & R M Thomas
HM GRAND CHAMPION
Grand Champion Kimcote Legend Fragrant 4, A D & R M Thomas.
Kedar Alino Carmen (Alino), 1st 3yr Old Cow, T Lochhead & Sons
HERE'S THE SKINNY Which World Dairy Expo Grand Champion has had the most influence on their breed and why? DOUG BLAIR, BC, CANADA:
MARK RUETH, ROSEDALE GENETICS, WI, USA: “I would say KHW Regiment AppleRed. Look at her impact on type bulls! Her daughters have done well, but her sons have made the biggest impact in my opinion because Black & White breeders have also used Apple sons, which has really expanded the Red & White breed.”
This is an interesting question as the Holstein Grand Champion list starts in 1967, 51 years ago, and the R&W list starts in 1999, only 19 years ago. The first 20 champions in the Holstein breed didn’t have the advantage of embryo transfer, which has allowed more recent champions to have more impact. Champions since 2010 such as KHW Regiment Apple-Red are in the early stages of a tremendous impact on the breed. For total influence I have chosen Rainyridge RIDLEY WIKKERINK, STANHOPETony Beauty EX 5E. Grand Champion at WDE in 1995 and 1999, and Holstein KHW Regiment Apple-Red-ET EX-96 4E WEDGWOOD, BC, CANADA: Canada Cow of the Year in 1999, she has 3 EX and 9 VG daughters which is impressive, but not spectacular. What is spectacular is that these 12 daughters “There have been a lot of memorable champions in the Holstein ring at have 14 EX and 36 VG daughters! These 50 granddaughters have many more Madison. Any multiple winners like Beauty, Hailey, Frosty and Paradise, and EX and VG progeny in herds across cows like James Rose, Lily and Missy have all had an impact on the breed. Canada. A shining example is Beauty’s However, it’s hard to deny cows like Veronica and Apple when it comes to daughter Raverley Briana Milan EX 2E, total breed impact. Those cows have gone on whose daughter RF Outside Breeze to breed great daughters, and maybe more EX-95 2E is the dam of Rainyridge importantly sons, that have had huge impact of Talent Barbara EX-95 USA, a 13* Brood the breed. There hasn’t been a cow in the Black Cow in Canada, 1st 5 Year Old at WDE & White breed that has even come close to the 2010, All-American & All-Canadian 5 sphere of influence as those two cows.” year old in 2010 and Holstein Canada MICHAEL HEATH, MD, USA: Cow of the Year in 2013. More i m p o r t a n t l y, Rainyridge Tony Beauty EX 5E “Veronica without a doubt! She’s the dam she is the and grandam of many champions at “She is second to none in the dam of major shows across North America brood cow business!” up to five EX and seven VG daughters, making and abroad. And now many of the her progeny 100% VG or better in Canada. top sires in the business go back to Michael Heath on Beauty’s family is still developing and her her as well. She’s second to none in Veroonica’s influence on type and ability to win major shows has been the brood cow business!” the Jersey Breed passed on to 4 generations to date. Huronia Centurion Veronica 20J EX-97 5E
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ASSESSING COWS IN A STRUCTURED WAY By Joep Driessen, founder CowSignals Training Company
“What is the most important thing you take home from this training?” I always ask this question at the end of my trainings. One of the participants told me: “Have a structured way to look at cows. You often miss the little things.” I can’t agree more with him.
For the close-up cow, I also find it important to touch the cow: feel for rumen fill and consistency. Also look closely for wounds and thick, irritated skin. Of course, you need to do these things stress-free. Respect the cows and keep yourself quiet.
Mind the gap
Let your cow do the talking, she’s always right
I can only emphasize how important it is to see everything. I know that most vets and advisors see a lot, but, in my humble experience, most of them also miss some cow signals. We always stay in our own comfort zone, which could be feed, health, breeding or milk quality for example. All aspects influence each other and, in the end, animal welfare. We look at things through coloured lenses and that leaves us with gaps.
A waiting cow is your best management advisor, I always say. Cows give off signals every day, telling you what they need. You just have to see what she’s telling you. That’s why my checklists always focus on the cows, helping you interpret everything she’s saying.
Use a checklist to remember everything Your short-term memory can contain an average of 7 pieces of information at the same time. That doesn’t give you much to remember everything you need to check when you’re at a farm. That’s why checklists are so important. With CowSignals we use 3 checklists with a total of 56 questions, that will help you remember everything you need to do. I always like to compare it to pilots. They have an entire checklist they have to do before they can take off. You can’t fly if the tire pressure is too low, like a cow can’t walk if she’s lame. A pilot checks the plane’s tank, you need to check the cow’s tank. How is the rumen fill? From large to small Going from large to small is a good way to make sure you don’t miss anything. My own checklists always have these three steps:
Learning to assess cows in a structured way Assessing cows in a structured manner can be simple. You just need to get a basic understanding of all factors involved: housing, feed, management, breeding, economics, milk quality and health. Than you need a checklist that looks at all these points, in a structured way. That’s it! * The training we’re referring to is the open Certified CowSignals Master course, which included the checklist mentioned in the article.* About CowSignals: the secrets of successful dairy farming CowSignals wants to help farmers give their cows a healthy and longer life. We just developed a new video learning ‘Udder Signals’. Using ‘Miss Udderhealth’ we show how to increase resistance and to reduce infection pressure. Udder Signals is for all farmers, vets, (feed) advisors, barn designers and others motivated to help prevent mastitis.
1. Looking from the feed alley to get an overview 2. Go between the cows and see how they move 3. Close-up on one cow for details
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n some parts of the world we have already had a taste of Winter weather and when the cold hits that early in Western Canada , it gives one good reason to think about visiting warmer destinations. According to the travel experts there are a few little know destinations they suggest one should visit. Not only will you avoid long lines at the must-see restaurants and sights, but you might just discover a new culture or type of cuisine you never knew you loved.
INSTEAD OF: DUBLIN, IRELAND - TRY: BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND While you shouldn’t totally discount Dublin (it has a budding design scene), consider its neighbor to the north instead. Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom, so expect everything to be different than what you’ll find on the rest of the island of Ireland—from the currency to the accent. Start off with the historic Titanic Museum, where you can explore the docks of the famed ship, and then scope out the scenic Antrim Coast. The beaches are extraordinary, and you can even look out to the remote Isle of Man, halfway between Ireland and Scotland. If you dare to venture out further, you have to stop at the famed Giant’s Causeway, which, according to folklore, is believed to have been built by an actual giant.
last year, according to founder and president of Friendly Planet Travel Peggy Goldman, but offers unparalleled landscapes that are hard to beat. “Dubai’s authentic Emirati neighbor is home to the world’s largest uninterrupted sand mass— that’s actually the same size as France—known as The Empty Quarter or the Rub’ al Khali desert,” says Goldman. “Travelers can go dune bashing, camel racing, and sandboarding into the sunset of the exotic Arabian desert, and spend their nights in Bedouin style woven huts, palm houses, or the fort tower, all with luxurious interiors in the Arabian Nights Village.” Other can’t-miss spots include the white marble and crystal embellished Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque—one of the largest mosques in the world, and the largest in the country—and the newly installed Louvre Abu Dhabi, which is a must for culture lovers.
INSTEAD OF: NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA - TRY: THE FINGER LAKES, NEW YORK While often viewed as a New York-centric fall escape that isn’t the Hudson Valley, the Finger Lakes region is actually well-known for its vast collection of wineries, including Domino favorites Heart & Hands and Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard—which you need to stop at for the delicate Rieslings. Music lovers should also head to the region in order to enjoy festivals such as the Grassroots Festival, all while experiencing new lakeside restaurants and distilleries such as Hook & Spoon and Waterman’s Distillery. See Domino’s entire guide to the Finger Lakes here, and be sure to stay at the Inns of Aurora, a collection of four luxurious lakeside inns with stunning decor and old-school charm.
INSTEAD OF: ICELAND - TRY: LATVIA
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INSTEAD OF: DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES TRY: ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Dubai is dripping with cosmopolitan glitz and glam, thanks to its striking architecture, high number of expats, and a serious shopping scene, but for a touch of Middle Eastern cuisine and culture without the wild times, head to Abu Dhabi. The often over-looked UAE state had 10 million fewer visitors than Dubai did
Although everyone should see Iceland’s stunning Blue Lagoon at least once in their lifetime, the Baltic state of Latvia has some gorgeous Scandi-inspired moments that make it a must-see as well. Consisting of miles of unspoiled countryside, pristine beaches, and unpretentious charm, Latvia has been largely undiscovered by hordes of tourists. The coastal capital of Riga is a wonderful mix of modern and classic, with the Old Town boasting cobbled streets, Gothic and Baroque-style churches, and hidden courtyards. The New Town has wide open spaces and Jugendstil Art Nouveau architecture. Also peek the Freedom Monument, a testament to Latvia’s battle for independence.
INSTEAD OF: IBIZA, SPAIN - TRY: SINTRA, PORTUGAL If you love gorgeous blue waters and islandhopping, but feel too old or partied out to go to Ibiza and Mallorca, editor-in-chief of Airbnb Mag, Mike Steele, recommends Sintra, Portugal. Only 40 minutes from Lisbon by train, the town is much bigger than the islands, and offers a host of other things to do besides beaches (although Steele highly recommends both Praia da Adraga and Praia da Ursa). references: www.domino.com
Cheese & Onion Bread
1 loaf unsliced sourdough bread - 1 lb or 400 - 450 g ½ cup butter melted 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped or minced ½ cup green onions chopped (about 4-5) 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley 1 pinch salt 5 slices American cheddar cheese 1 cup fresh shredded Mozarella Cheese 1. Preheat oven to 180°C | 350°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet or tray with nonstick oil spray 2. Cut bread in criss-cross pattern without cutting all way through, place on prepared pan. 3. Combine butter, green onions and 1 tbsp of parsley, salt and pepper. 4. Spoon mixture into the bread cuts. Arrange cheese slices and shredded cheese between cuts. Cover & bake 15 min. Unwrap and bake another 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly. Source: dinnerthendessert.com
Ham and Cheese Eggbites
12 slices ham 1 c. shredded Cheddar 12 large eggs kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
1. Preheat oven to 400º and spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray. 2. Line each cup with a slice of ham and sprinkle with cheddar. Crack an egg in each ham cup and season with salt and pepper. 3. Bake until eggs are cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes (depending on how runny you like your yolks). 4. Garnish with parsley and serve. 5. Yields 12 Source: delish.com
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COLEMAN, Dustin & Veronica McLean, Innisfail, AB are proud to announce the arrival of Evan James Coleman, born Sept 18, 2018, at 4:41 pm at Olds Hospital, weighed 7 lbs 1 ounce and 20 inches long. Proud Grandparents Greg and Cheryl Coleman, Innisfail, Ted Crowe, Breton and Lisa McLean, Two Hills. Excited great grandparents are Stan and Marg Coleman from Lil Buster/ Green Hectares Jerseys, Innisfail, AB
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Tyler & Abby Fornwald, Bienfait, SK, are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their son Walker Frederick Fornwald. Walker was born May 29, 2018, weighing 7lbs 10 oz and measuring 21 ¼ inches long. Walker is also welcomed by Terry & Laurie Fornwald (Lampada Holsteins), Carlyle, SK, and Garth & Sheila Timoruski of Moose Jaw, SK.
Morgan & Lindsay McMillan welcomed their first child, Lawson McMillan, on September 7, 2018, weighing 8 lbs 2 oz. Proud grandparents are Gary & Debbie Oxby (Sprucecho Holsteins), Mohrfield, ON, and Gord & Pauline McMillan (Kingsway Farms), Hastings, ON.
Jon & Christina Fornwald welcomed a healthy baby boy on September 29, 2018. Jett William weighed 7lbs 7oz, and shares a birthday with his great uncle, Gord Rendle. Proud grandparents are Rod Rendle & Christine Betts (Stanhope Dairy Farm), Victoria, BC, Debbie Rendle and the late Ray Kreager, Duncan, BC, and Terry & Laurie Fornwald (Lampada Holsteins), Carlyle, SK.
HASTIE, Miller Logan Scott & Jillian Hastie (Wendon Holsteins) are happy to announce the arrival of Miller Logan Hastie, born Sept 28, 2018 weighing 6lbs 1oz and 18 inches long. Baby brother is welcomed by big brother Marshall and sister Maddyn along with proud grandparents Don & Wendy Chalack (Wendon Holsteins), Innisfail, AB & Brian & Linda Hastie, formerly Brilyn Holsteins, ON
EMMA MCMILLAN & SANDY COLE Emma McMillan & Sandy Cole were married September 15, 2018, at Kingsway Farms in Hastings, ON. Proud parents are Gord & Pauline McMillan (Kingsway Farms) and Dean & Rita Cole (Eloc Farms). After a honeymoon in Switzerland the couple will continue to reside in Middle Musquodoboit, NS, where Sandy continues to dairy farm and Emma operates her fitness business.
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COURTNEY CONNORS & KURT ATCHISON Courtney Connors & Kurt Atchison were married July 21, 2018, at the Connors Homestead in Chute-aBlondeau, ON. The ceremony took place across the road from the family’s 6th generation dairy farm. Courtney is the daughter of Heather Connors (Nixon) and Jess Connors of Hawkesbury, ON, and attributes her passion for the dairy industry to her late grandfather Horace Nixon (Burnacres Farms), a 2X Master Breeder. Kurt is the son of Murray & Patricia Atchison of Elora, ON. The happy couple resides in Fergus, ON, where Courtney continues her role as an Agriculture Account Manager at TD Canada Trust in Mount Forest, ON, and Kurt is employed at Linamar, where he is currently participating in the 3-5 year management development program.
TARA MCKINVEN & STEVE GLAUDE Tara McKinven & Steve Glaude were married on September 15, 2018. Tara is the daughter of Callum McKinven & Kathy Beerwort (Lookout Holsteins & Jerseys), Canton de Hatley, QC, and Steve is the son of Christian and Marie Glaude (Clanmar Farms), Bainsville, ON. The wedding was held at the picturesque Lookout Farm and the couple plans to honeymoon in Hawaii in March. They will continue to reside in Quebec where Tara works at Global Excel Management and Steve is employed at Ferme Séjour. The couple hopes to start their own farm someday with animals registered under their “Glaustar” prefix.
ANDY MUELLER & BREANNE MCKINNON Andy Mueller married Breanne McKinnon on August 25, 2018, at Roswitha Holsteins in Steinbach, MB. Andy is the son of Friedel & Ursula Mueller (Roswitha Holsteins) and Breanne is the daughter of Sandra McKinnon & Ian McKinnon, both of Winnipeg, MB. The happy couple enjoyed a honeymoon to Minneapolis, MN, and Las Vegas, NV, and will continue to reside Roswitha Holsteins and where Andy farms fulltime and Breanne helps out, as well as works as a consultant for a skincare company.
MCNEIL, “CHRISSY” CHRISTINE MARIE (WALKER)
MEINEN, Marinus “Rien” It is with deep sadness to announce the passing of Marinus “Rien” Meinen on September 9, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Gery, son Ryan (Rachelle), daughters; Shannon (Jamie), Dominique (Brock), and Zoe (Carson), and grandchildren Nate & Finley. If anyone is wishing to make a memorial donation in Rien’s name, donations maybe made to the ALS Society of Alberta at http://www.alsab.ca/takeaction
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Leighton Slingerland of Diamond City, AB, married Elana Goudzwaard on August 30, 2018. The wedding was held in Chilliwack, BC. They live in Coalhurst, AB, close to the family farm Diamond Park Dairy, where Leighton works. Congratulations Leighton & Elana
of Springfield, ON, passed away at Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital on Thursday, September 20, 2018. She was 56. Dear daughter of John Walker Sr. of R. R. #1 Aylmer and the late Anne (McClennan). Beloved wife of Larry McNeil. Loving mother of Matt (Lindsay), Michael (Dayna) and Mark (Ashlan) and Katie (Justin Veens). She will be missed by her grandchildren Owen, Carson, Madison, Payton, Rieley, Charlie, Emma and Mya. Sister of Shelley Doan (Randy), Jon Walker (Linda), and Judy Killough (Larry). Daughter-in-law of Alex and Evelyn McNeil. Born in St. Thomas, on December 27, 1961. Chrissy’s greatest joy was her family and her love for the farm. She was known as the ‘Queen of Lyons’ because she had such a huge heart for her community. Donations to the Ronald McDonald House would be appreciated.
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