Jersey Focus - Autumn 2022 by JerseyNZ

FOCUS

JUNE 2022

| OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF JERSEY NZ

President’s Perspective

General Manager’s Comment

Office News

Dates To Remember

Committees

Industry Affairs Report

Registrations

FOCUS

Why is the Jersey tipped as the breed of the Future

Strategic Plan 2022

Jersey FutureTM

JerseyGenomeTM

Ian Harris Memorial Heifer Competition

World Wide Sires - Bull Profile

TOP Review 2021

International News

Special Awards 2022

J T Thwaites Sire of the Season

TOP Inspectors - we need you

2020/21 Jersey NZ Production Awards Service Awards

Production Highlights 2020/21

Madam President: Julie Pirie

In My Opinion

NZAEL Update

Youth Council article - Celine Pirie

10 in 7 Milking - is it right for you?

Regional Embassadors

Annual Conference Report

Annual Conference Gallery

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National All Dairy Breeds Youth Camp

CRV - Bull Profile

Link Livestock Update

Jersey genetic advantage & monitoring

techology can address heat stress

Jersey Advantage update

Jersey Sales - Autumn 2022

Samen - Bull Profiles

Waikato Jersey cow reels in record-breaking moola

Crescent Genetics - Bull Profile

Jerseyland Farms Update

RAS List update

Jersey Hall of Fame

Obituaries

A New Commodity Price

The Jersey Review

Calf ClubNZ 2022

Show Season Highlights 2021/2022

New Members

Scholarship Fund Roll of Honour Club Contacts

Can screening milk help farmers manage Facial Eczema in the herds?

Te Awamutu Jersey Club Report

Manawatu Jersey Club Report

Hawera Jersey Club Report

Lower Waikato Jersey Club Report

Statements made by contributors to the Jersey FOCUS or views expressed by writers of Letters to the Editor of the Jersey FOCUS are not necessarily those of the New Zealand Jersey Cattle Breeders Association (Inc). Front

The NORLANDS Jersey Stud (Euan Reeve) quietly grazing during the Te Awamutu Jersey Club On Farm Competition.

President’s Perspective

The Board’s June meeting provided an opportunity to review JerseyNZ’s strategy. The facilitator started by asking us to celebrate success, asking what had JerseyNZ achieved in the two years since the last strategy meeting?

This process was very refreshing, and we were all surprised with just how much JerseyNZ had achieved. On the farm, in board meetings, in fact anywhere in the world in the past two years it’s been easy to get bogged down with the mundane and focus on the negative.

There will be stories of success in this issue of the Focus –including the recent JerseyNZ conference, held in Palmerston North.

It would be fantastic to see a dramatic cultural shift in New Zealand. Accentuate the positive rather than the tall poppy syndrome that seems to dog our psyche.

Recent prices paid for stock of all breeds both in New Zealand and around the world should be celebrated – at long last the cow is being valued – this is positive for the breeders, the purchasers and the dairy industry.

The price consumers are willing to pay for good wholesome natural products is at an all-time high – even our fat products – which taste good, and in appropriate quantities are good for us.

Yes, there are head winds, and they’re going to hurt. Many of the current proposals simply don’t make sense when given scrutiny. I’m very pleased that there are groups and individuals looking at all aspects of issues and are being taken seriously when challenging the changes. Roger Ellison and his team on the Industry Affairs committee are a good example of this –working with JerseyAdvantage in challenging the outcomes in

Jersey NZ Board

Julie Pirie

President

Ngatea jpirie@jersey.org.nz 027 608 2171

Barry Montgomery

Vice President

Dargaville bmontgomery@jersey.org.nz 021 034 0068

Tony Landers

Hawera tlanders@jersey.org.nz 027 458 4465

our calf value chain. He has taken out the emotion and is dealing with facts. It’s an interesting read.

Personally, and for JerseyNZ, there is cause for celebration in the purchase of Jerseyland Farms. A lot of work in the background, and huge support from the membership and investors has got this proposal initiated by Mark Townshend off the ground. I have reported on the Farm’s first year in this issue, it is a real cause for celebration.

Succeeding in Strategy has meant setting short term goals and focussing on ticking them off one by one. Our focus is moving to investigate ways to use new and current resources to provide better membership engagement and services.

As a challenge to myself I am going to start each day celebrating – not only will it put me in a good mood for the day, but it will allow me to appreciate all that I have. Let’s make a difference one success at a time!

Julie Pirie | President

Peter Gilbert

Ashburton

pgilbert@jersey.org.nz 027 435 6334

Glenys Ellison

Hamilton

gellison@jersey.org.nz 021 147 4490

Alison Gibb

Taupiri

agibb@jersey.org.nz 027 481 0820

Our Strategic Purpose

Supporting our membership and wider Jersey community by promoting and driving the Jersey breed and Jersey products

Animal Evaluation Data

Unless otherwise stated, all BW, PW and LW ratings shown throughout this issue are as at the Animal Evaluation run of 19 May 2022.

Unless otherwise stated, all NZMI figures quoted throughout this issue are as at the NZMI run of 19 May 2022.

Julie Pirie

General Manager’s Comment

It is so easy to focus on what we are not yet achieving, that the recent opportunity to reflect on our successes since our last strategy refresh two years ago was a welcome opportunity. There was plenty to celebrate:

• A successful pivot to the way that we interact with members during Covid, including our team working from home for long periods

• Continued financial success throughout two years of Covid lockdowns without having to access government assistance

• The sale of the Deed of License to the wing at LIC and the move for the office into the CBD fringe

• The continued success of the Jersey Future programme with sales increasing year on year

• The significant investment in Jerseyland Farms Ltd, ensuring the financial sustainability of our organisation

• The adaptation of our team to absorb all administrative functions for Jerseyland Farms

• Our successful and continuing collaboration with Jersey Advantage

• The important industry work undertaken by the Industry Affairs and Genetics Committees, ensuring that the Jersey NZ voice continues to be heard

• Good staff retention with only one permanent change in over three years

• Our fully owned subsidiary Link Livestock going from strength the strength, increasing their sales force and returning a dividend to Jersey NZ

• The successful retention of the contract to undertake all administration for Ayrshire New Zealand

• The continued success of the JerseyGenome joint venture with young bulls selected for progeny testing

• Successful debt reduction following the Jerseyland Farms investment

• Increased TOP member inspections following the changes to the award system

• The implementation of BreedIT, which once complete will allow further bespoke programme and core service efficiencies

• Excellent sale prices for Jersey animals including some new breed records

• Jersey bulls continue to dominate the RAS list

• Increased Jersey Focus advertising following the change in publication timing

Jersey NZ Team

Pam Goodin General Manager pgoodin@jersey.org.nz

Michelle Calcott Business Administrator mcalcott@jersey.org.nz

Following the strategy refresh our core values remain, and it is very easy to relate each one of these successful outcomes to the Jersey NZ values.

INTEGRITY | SUSTAINABILITY | QUALITY | COLLABORATON

As always, the Strategic Plan is included in the Jersey FOCUS. In this issue following the refresh, we publish the updated strategy so that you as members can follow our journey. We mustn’t rest on our laurels, there is still plenty more to be achieved!

One of the issues faced by many of our members over recent months has been the disparity in indexes between LIC and Animal Evaluation. This has also caused disruption for some of our Jersey NZ programmes that rely on index data. The June animal evaluation run should see a significant realignment of indexes which has been well explained recently by both LIC and NZ Animal Evaluation Ltd.

This first June issue of the Jersey Focus celebrates the success of both Jersey NZ and our members. We welcome columns from many of our collaborative partners and provide updates on our joint programmes. We celebrate the success of our members during the 2020/21 production season and of course 120 years of Jersey NZ was celebrated at our Annual Conference in early May. We welcome new President Julie Pirie, revisiting her farm and recognizing her many achievements.

This bumper issue will cover a longer period also as we realign to the new publication dates of June and November annually.

Pam Goodin | General Manager

Sean Bresnahan Promotions & Marketing Co-ordinator sbresnahan@jersey.org.nz

Karen Maxwell Member Services Administrator Maternity Leave Cover info@jersey.org.nz

The Jersey FOCUS

The Jersey FOCUS is the official publication of Jersey NZ published bi-annually in June (Winter) and November (Spring) respectively.

Jersey NZ is the official trade name of the New Zealand Jersey Cattle Breeders’ Association Inc.

Pam Goodin

Office News

JERSEY FOCUS TIMING

It’s been a few months between drinks with the timing of the Jersey Focus changing to June & November from 2022. In the last issue (September 2021) we asked members to support the change with continued advertising and editorial content. What a response we have had – advertising has doubled!

TRAITS OTHER THAN PRODUCTION SEASON

Are you interested in becoming a TOP Inspector?

We could really use a few more inspectors. This would really take the pressure off existing inspectors – as the old saying goes ‘’Many hands make light work’’. Inspectors receive a daily allowance, and all expenses are covered including travel, accommodation, and meals. If you are interested in finding out more information, or tagging along with an inspector for a ride-along to see what its like or how to get certified, please contact Karen info@jersey.org.nz or 07 856 0731.

BREEDIT

With BreedIT now live, members will notice that their reports such as registration certificates and TOP Cow Listings will look different. These are also all now provided in PDF (portable document format) and will be e-mailed to members where possible. If you don’t already have Adobe PDF Reader downloaded on your computer, we suggest that you do so. It is available for free.

At this stage, Three Generation Pedigrees are still being provided via LIC.

There are ongoing data access issues with BreedIT which may affect some members, so please contact Karen if you have any questions.

SEMEX ON FARM CHALLENGE

Due to uncertainties around Covid protocols in late 2021, the Jersey NZ Board regretfully made the decision to cancel the 2021 Semex On Farm Challenge. While we were saddened to have to make this decision, at the time we were very mindful of the potential impact on member farms as the country moved into the new Covid Protection Framework. We hope that members understand that the reason for this decision, and that it was made with your best interests at heart.

Competition sponsors Semex were fully supportive of this decision, and we both look forward to bringing you the Semex On Farm Challenge again in 2022.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2022

Another victim of covid cancellation last year was the in-person AGM originally scheduled for late September, which was eventually replaced by a Zoom AGM in February 2022.

The 2022 Annual General Meeting has been scheduled for Thursday 29 September in Hamilton, and will likely be a hybrid in person / Zoom meeting. Look out for more information in the coming months.

Between the Ordinary meeting held at the Annual Conference and the Annual General Meeting in late September, members

now have two opportunities each year to address issues directly with the Board in a member forum. The opportunity to join the AGM virtually means that all members are enfranchised to take part, increasing membership participation in these governance activities.

JERSEY NZ TEAM

Robyn Gordon and partner Angus McNab welcomed Ollie Ellis McNab to their family on 20 March 2022. We all welcome Ollie to the Jersey family and congratulate Robyn and Angus on his arrival.

Karen Maxwell joined the team in January on a 12 month fixed term contract in the Member Services Administrator role while Robyn is on maternity leave. Robyn will rejoin the team part-time in mid-August and will support Karen.

MEMBER CONTACT

We ask members to consider their sustainability footprint when receiving newsletters and updates from Jersey NZ. Electronic notification is now the simplest, quickest and more cost-efficient way for us to remain in contact with you, highlighted by longer mail delivery times and increased postage costs. All our newsletters, forms and activities are also downloadable from the website, and online forms are also available for most activities. Where your newsletter is printed, we will not print and include attachments, but these will still be available on request from the office.

We urge members to choose electronic delivery as their preferred option to receive notifications from us. To do so, just email us at info@jersey.org.nz.

DATES TO REMEMBER

INDUSTRY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

Roger Ellison, Julie Pirie, Glenys Ellison, Cameron Townshend, Pam Goodin

AUDIT & RISK

Glenys Ellison, Alison Gibb

JUDGING & CLASSIFICATION

Barry Montgomery, Peter Gilbert, Ross Riddell, Richard Adam, James Wallace, Graeme Collins, Robert Hall, Warren Ferguson, Maurice Pedley

GENETICS

Steve Ireland, Tony Landers, Ross Riddell, Aaron Courage, Clive Perrott, Barry Montgomery

ANNUAL CONFERENCE ORGANISING COMMITTEE

Pam Goodin, Alison Gibb, Ross Riddell, Ash Hazlitt, John Ellison, Maurice Pedley, Susan Ingram

LINK LIVESTOCK LTD

Trent Paterson, Alison Gibb, Jeff Greenaway

DIRECTORS APPOINTMENT COMMITTEE

Robert Hall, Ross Riddell, Trent Paterson

JERSEY GENOME WORKING GROUPS

Tony Landers, Glenys Ellison, Glenn Wilson, Josh Sneddon

YOUTH

Julie Pirie, Ruth Jeyes, Nick Browning, James Wallace, Peter Gilbert

DIRECTOR EXPENSES REVIEW PANEL

Steve Ireland, Colin Hickey

Bobbies – it is time for an open, informed debate.

Roger Ellison | Industry Affairs Convenor Member of Future Proofing Committee, Jersey Advantage.

There is a lot of talk about bobbies, often by people who have a vested interest in promoting dairy-beef or by fellow farmers who have found an outlet for their male calves. The common angle is that the bobby trade is bad and all farmers should be doing something to reduce numbers.

In contrast to all of this talk, there is very little real, open and informed discussion happening in the industry. Actual facts to inform such a discussion are hard to find so a discussion quickly degrades into people airing their own personal opinions.

With this as the background, the Industry Affairs and Genetics Committees have put a lot of effort into lifting the debate away from personal opinion and breed level to a whole of industry focus because we believe it is an industry wide issue.

At this point in time, the message from industry leaders is that there is no current intention to mandate a decrease in bobby calf numbers. However, when we dig a little deeper we become aware of a lot of behind the scenes activity in this area, coordinated by DairyNZ.

This activity can best be described as a scoping exercise. They are looking at how the industry would progress to a reduction in bobby numbers, what this could look like and what are the hurdles that need to be reduced or overcome for this to be a reality. This was explained clearly to us in a zoom call late last year and we were appreciative of this engagement. There were some possible timelines presented and even a possible goal of reducing bobby numbers to x by 202 y.

We came away from the zoom call thinking this is all a fait accompli! And then we started to think …but we haven’t had a real industry discussion on this yet. Where is the business case that demonstrates to us the economic benefit of dropping bobby numbers? A business case has both sides of the ledger – the cost of doing something and the benefits. What are the benefits? All we seem to get from the industry leaders is that there is consumer resistance to the bobby industry. How much of an increase in product value is likely if we go to zero bobbies? OK, these things may be hard to put in dollar terms but surely the industry can come up with a reasoned estimate. Why would dairy farmers go down a path of bobby reduction if the cost of doing so is greater than the probable benefits? DairyNZ believes that it is not an animal welfare issue anymore. The industry has done well to tighten up on this since these issues hit the media a few years ago.

In order to push our case for a more informed debate (and one that includes the people most affected, farmers) we did a ‘back of an envelope’ calculation of the cost for the average-sized dairy farmer and, by extension, the dairy industry if we had to decrease bobbies by 50% and 100%. Remember there are close to 2 million bobbies processed each season so we are talking about finding a home for another 1 million or 2million animals per year respectively. Because of the large number of

extra animals involved, we believe that most of these would have to stay on the dairy farm as there is limited opportunity for them to find a home elsewhere. Refer to the text box to explain our reasoning on this.

On farm economic impact of reducing bobbies by 50% or 100%.

If calves not required as replacements stay on the dairy farm, then milk production will decrease and beef income increase. The table below demonstrates what this would do to a farmer’s gross income.

*Average industry figure

The average-sized NZ dairy farmer would have $90,000 and $134,000 less gross income if bobby numbers were halved or eliminated entirely.

Impact at the national level

There are approximately 11,000 dairy herds in NZ with an average herd size of approximately 400 cows. If it was mandated to reduce bobbies by 50% or 100% and most of these had to stay on farm then the loss of income at $6 for beef and $8 for milk would be:

For 50% bobby reduction: 11,000 dairy farms x $89,800 = $988 million

For 100% bobby reduction: 11,000 dairy farms x $134,400 = $1.48 billion

The above are gross income figures and thus costs are not accounted for. At least initially, these costs would be substantial as most farms would have to greatly upgrade and expand their calf rearing facilities plus the additional labour costs of competent calf rearers (if they are available in large numbers).

We shared these figures with the people at DairyNZ and, at the same time, expressed our concern that the ‘so-called’ market benefits of dropping bobby numbers hadn’t been expressed to the industry in a meaningful way and that this needs to happen to inform an industry debate.

In response, they were appreciative of our work and concerns and shared some figures that they had on the economic cost of bobby calf reduction. They were in the same ‘ballpark’ as ours which was heartening. They also shared with us that they intended to develop a business case which included working with the milk processors to get estimates of the impact of doing nothing or something in this space – i.e. a business case!

We are encouraged by their response. We still fear though that some of the people that are in a position to make these big decisions on behalf of farmers, don’t fully appreciate the impact that these decisions have. You need ‘skin in the game’ to fully appreciate this. Mandating or not, a reduction of bobby numbers is the biggest decision the industry has had to make probably ever. The industry needs all the information, from both sides of the ledger so that an open, meaningful debate involving all affected parties can occur. We will continue to push this point of view.

There certainly can be no room for vested interests to influence the direction of this debate.

Roger Ellison Convenor, Industry Affairs Committee

The other main options for dairy-beef rearing would be:

1. Calves reared in large scale calf rearing facilities and finished in feedlots

There are two big negatives with this approach – a large spike in agricultural GHG emissions from an extra 1-2 million animals in NZ. Also, it would crush our free range, green, grass fed image which is worth a lot to our exports.

2. Replace many sheep flocks and beef cow herds with dairy-beef

The amount of land available for agriculture is decreasing (18% decrease from 20022019, StatsNZ) due to urban encroachment, horticulture expansion and forestry. This is putting pressure on land uses that already exist, especially sheep and beef, so finding a large amount of extra land for another stock type would seem unrealistic unless there were strong financial incentives to do this. This is unlikely to be the case at current lamb prices. Also, much of the land where there are currently sheep flocks and beef herds is unsuitable for growing dairy beef animals due to a combination of topography, pasture species and pasture quality. Beef herds are often used as ‘clean up’ animals after sheep. Asking young growing dairy beef animals to do this would result in serious animal welfare issues and poor financial returns.

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Registrations

Registrations for 2021 born calves are now well underway, and many members have already completed this process for the season.

What benefits does registering have?

• Registered cattle give more options for how they can be marketed. A registered pedigree herd has a profile through your studname that offers many quality added value opportunities, including brand development.

• Registered cattle give more options for how they can be marketed, on average a registered herd sells $200-$800 per cow above similar herds.

• Registered animals are eligible for programmes administered by Jersey NZ including automatic access to the JerseyGenome™ programme.

• Industry good. Your registrations increase the subset of Jersey animals whose data can contribute to the national herd, increasing reliability for education and advocacy purposes.

• Registration is a prerequisite for successful bulls in the genetics industry, most AB companies require young Jersey bulls to be registered in the Jersey Herd Book.

• Higher genetics bulls sold as service sires often attract a premium when registered.

Why are registrations important to us?

Not only can registering your animals add value to your own herd there are two main benefits to wider industry, advocacy and operations:

• The primary reason is information. As part of our data access arrangements we can readily access information on the subset of registered Jerseys within the national herd. The more information we can access (i.e. the greater number of registered Jerseys), the more reliable that data is.

• Registrations generate income for Jersey NZ. It is that income that provides the resource for Jersey NZ to advocate to and work alongside industry partners on your behalf; educate Jersey and dairy farmers, and the industry, about the benefits of the Jersey breed; driving the growth of the Jersey breed.

Along with registration numbers increasing we are also increasing the number of members taking part in our registration standing order process. Increased member participation by 68% in one year has made predicting workloads and allocating time accordingly much more efficient.

If you register year to year, but struggle to remember to get your information in, fill out a standing order form and leave the rest of work to Karen.

Call (07) 856 0731 or e-mail kmaxwell@jersey.org.nz - Karen Maxwell

New Member? Jersey Plus Registrations! Are you a new member looking to get your herd registered? Then consider registering your herd through our Jersey Plus programme. The offer is available to all new members who register their herd before 31 August of the year they join (i.e. for the next Herd Book). This programme applies to you if you:

• Are a new member with or without a registered Studname/Prefix

• Use the automated ‘Turn Your Herd On’ option to register all current females J12 & over in your herd

• Use either the MINDA naming system or the default naming system and sign up to the annual standing order programme.

Prices will be as follows:

First 100 females $7.75 + GST

Next Over 100 females $3.25 + GST

With additional discounts for larger groups as follows: (discount to apply to total account)

200 – 300 females registered additional 10% discount

301 – 400 females registered additional 15% discount

401 – 500 females registered additional 20% discount

501 + females registered additional 25% discount

That is a saving of AT LEAST $7.25 PER ANIMAL on any female animal over one year of age.

Offer does not apply to bull registrations, these must be processed individually. Call the office now to see if this could work for you.

For more on registrations including bulls ane the full registration policy, head to www.jersey.org.nz/registration

Why is the Jersey tipped as the breed for the future?

The Jersey breed is on the up

Its qualities are increasingly being recognised by producers around the world who are seeking efficiency, health and highquality milk production, all of which are driving an interest in its use. In fact, Jersey has now become one of the fastest growing dairy breeds in the world and is tipped as the breed for the future.

This comes as no surprise to Peter Larson, Senior Breeding Manager with VikingGenetics, who was not only brought up milking Jerseys but has been closely involved with the breed throughout his career.

He says dairy producers often turn to Jersey to improve their herd’s fertility and the quality of its milk. But they discover when she comes that she brings a range of further benefits, such as:

• Good health

• Long lifespans

• Excellent legs and feet

Overall ease of management also comes with the package, which is partly a result of her fertility, health and mobility, but also a function of her diminutive stature.

“When I was a child, my parents were the only farmers in the village milking Jerseys and, because the cows were small, I was ridiculed at school for milking goats,” he says.

“However, they were efficient goats and profitable goats, so I have stuck with the breed.”

Efficient, climate-friendly cows

Today, it is these efficiencies which are attracting more attention across the mainstream farming industry, where the efficiency of turning feed into milk solids is increasingly valued in the drive for environmental benefits and sustainability.

Research has shown that the Jersey cow produces approximately 20% more milk solids per kilogram of dry matter intake than the Holstein breed. This is, in part, due to her substantially lower costs for maintenance.

Trials to discover whether this is reflected, as would be expected, in lower greenhouse gas emissions have also been carried out.

“We measured the breath of different breeds and again found the Jersey had 20% lower greenhouse gas emissions per kilogram of milk solids,” says Peter.

Amongst the Jerseys around the world, he expects the VikingJersey breed to be the most efficient. These animals rank highly on efficiency indexes in many countries, like in the Profitable Lifetime Index (£PLI) in the UK.

“We already know VikingJerseys are leaders in health, fertility and longevity,” he says. “And when we start to evaluate genetic levels for feed efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions, I am confident we will find the same.”

Breeding for health and efficiency

The VikingJersey’s lead in health and fertility stems from a long tradition of recording a wide cross-section of traits.

This started in Denmark with milk recording as long as 125 years ago, but for the past 40 years has also included a wide range of health and efficiency traits.

Today, Nordic farmers are very willing to record everything they can, while data from the vet, AI technician, hoof trimmer, dairy company and slaughterhouse, is all added to the mix in the calculation of genetic evaluations.

The result is a highly efficient animal which has been developed using Jersey bloodlines from around the world but with a unique Viking twist. She’s an animal which, in her pure form, holds her own on efficiency and sustainability against all other breeds and is also used increasingly in crossbreeding programmes.

Many farmers are choosing the breed to reduce the size of cows which have become too large and difficult to manage. And if used in a three-way rotation, with VikingHolstein and VikingRed, the benefits of hybrid vigour are retained while the size of the cows in the herd becomes more uniform than with a two-way cross.

Breed of the future

So, it is the health, efficiency and longevity of the Jersey, and its ability to produce milk of the highest quality, which all help explain a significant resurgence in interest for the breed.

But its versatility also comes into the equation, seen in the breed thriving around the world.

“The Jersey cow just fits into all types of production system, under all types of management and climatic conditions, from the heat of Australia to the cold of our Scandinavian countries,” he says. “And that’s no matter whether you’re producing conventional or organic products, or even designer products, such as A2 milk.”

Peter is completely confident the Jersey is the breed of the future and when we have more information on her feed efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions, she’ll be valued even more highly than she is today.

Article reproduced courtesy of Viking Genetics

CALL TO ACTION –JERSEY PRODUCERS

Do you know someone who is creating Jersey milk product?

We would love to be able to feature them on our website and provide links to their websites. It can be anything - milk, cheese, yoghurt and other food products or even Jersey themed gear.

Contact Pam Goodin pgoodin@jersey.org.nz

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Jersey NZ’s Strategic Plan 2022

CORE PURPOSE:

Supporting our membership and wider Jersey community by promoting and driving the Jersey breed and Jersey products

BHAG:

Jersey #1 Breed

Adding integrity and value to your farming business

3 YEAR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:

FINANCE

• Increase members participation and use of core services

• Continue & increase diversity of income streams

• Incentivise DNA & genomic testing

• Refinance Jerseyland Farms investment loan

MARKETING & SALES

• Consumer awareness of the Jersey benefits

• Collaborate with Jersey Advantage for consistent messaging

• Sustainable bobby calf solutions available for dairy farmers

• Actively positioning Jersey NZ

PEOPLE & CULTURE

• An organisation that is up to the task

1 YEAR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:

FINANCE

• Budget & forecast profit – planned debt reduction

• Explore collaborative relationship around genomic testing

• Explore diversity of income streams

MARKETING & SALES

• Maintain awareness of consumer trends and animal welfare issues

• Keep driving membership numbers – National Fieldays

• Refine and promote our value proposition – breed & organisation

PEOPLE & CULTURE

• Ensure appropriate team numbers and resourcing to achieve goals

• Increase our numbers of TOP Inspectors

• Survey member feedback and develop multiple channels for member & club engagement

• Empower our Ambassadors

• Youth Council engagement

• Maintain and continue to form collaborative partnerships with industry leaders

VISION:

Recognised for leading in

• Profitability and efficiency

• Membership and engagement

• Genetic gain

• Reduced environmental footprint

• Consumer preference

• Animal welfare

CORE VALUES:

Integrity | Sustainability | Quality | Collaboration

TECHNOLOGY

• Modernisation of administration programmes utilising BreedIT

• Provide scientific research to validate vision

• Genetic diversity

TECHNOLOGY

• BreedIT fully operational – bespoke opportunities explored

Reviewed in 2022 the full Strategic Plan includes One and Three Year Strategic Priorities along with 90 day Action Priorities. The full Strategic Plan can be viewed at www.jersey.org.nz/governance/

2022 Jersey Future Team:

The Jersey Future catalogue was released in late April with a fantastic line up of young bulls making up the 2022 team. Jersey Future 2022 is backed by well-established genetics, elite cow families and utilises the very latest genomic technology.

Jersey Future continues to deliver bulls from outstanding proven and performing cow families. Many of you will be familiar with these maternal families. This 2022 team supports our goal to deliver outstanding Jersey genetics while supporting Jersey genetic gain.

Invest in our future. Invest in Jersey Future.

2022 Team

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Lynbrook Trigg Bravado

Thornwood Titus Vulcan

Crescent Vin Mistique

Order Forms:

A Joint Programme

Lynbrook Vjquin Trick / Lynbrook Farm Ltd

Okura Floyds Kamo / Kowhai Properties Ltd

Two View Cyclone Reva / G & C Vowles

Williams Goldie Lemon / Totara Dairy Ltd

Lynbrook Star Bowie / Lynbrook Farm Ltd

Thornwood Kingpin Vera JG / Thornwood Family Trust

Crescent Goldie Momo / Agrivest Ltd

To complete an order please head to https://www.jersey.org.nz/jersey-future/

Future Success:

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In the 2021 season, Jersey Future bulls continue to succeed with six young bulls from previous teams standing out from the programme and making it into potential LIC 2022 Premier Sires teams. These bulls have left outstanding daughters across the nation and are proving their high genetic merit.

By identifying young bulls with high potential and with the help of Jersey NZ members, we’re finding the sire of the future.

Little River Trident S3J

Tironui GB Montage-ET

Thornlea Misty Topshot-ET

Hawthorn Grove GH Oganeev

Posterity Banff Desire Norlands PKC Roxton ET

PS Daughter Proven Jersey

PS Forward Pack Jersey

PS Sexed Jersey

PS Forward Pack Jersey

/ 82%

/ 61%

/ 60%

/ 57%

/ 61%

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JerseyGenomeTM

Elite heifer programme to identify potential bull mothers

What is JerseyGenome™?

• A programme to identify and acknowledge the best pedigree Jersey breeding heifers in New Zealand.

• A joint venture to identify potential bull mothers for Jersey NZ & CRV Ambreed, to generate sires that will enhance the future of the Jersey breed.

Keep up to date with JerseyGenome™ at: www.jersey.org.nz/jersey-genome

2021 Team JerseyGenomeTM Update

2021 JerseyGenome Testing Team (2020 born)

• 116 animals

• 33 members represented These heifers have received a mating contract and semen provided to owners at no charge. They will begin their testing year in August/September 2022.

2020 Team JerseyGenomeTM Update

2020 JerseyGenome™ Testing Team (2019 born)

• 121 animals

• 28 members represented The 2020 team have just finished their first lactation. All heifers that scored above the 6-6 criteria for udder overall and dairy conformation have now qualified for graduation.

Below are tables listing top ten heifers in the current testing team based on LW and NZMI.

TABLE 01 - TOP ANIMALS BY LW

Wairakau Triple Brom

Wairakau Omega Belinda JG

Wairakau Triple Marvel

Rockland Flint Petra

Ellison TS Heather

Puriri Tstar Dianne JG

Ellison OI Stella

Wairakau Integ Bess

Glencolbe 19-47

Benworth Watch Annie

Wairakau Farm Trust No 1

Wairakau Farm

Rockland Farm 1 Roger & Glenys Ellison

Farms

Roger & Glenys Ellison

Wairakau Farm Trust No 1

Colin & Berenice Jensen

Benworth Ltd

TABLE 02 - TOP ANIMALS BY NZMI

Puriri Tstar Dianne JG

Lynrich Nucleus Jaden JG

Puriri Carrick Dior

Two View Triplestar Tess

Rockland Floyd Lara

Thornwood Misty Mavis

Ellison TS Heather

Puriri Carrick Kitty

Glen Kaycee LRN Rwanda

Rockland Flint Petra

Wilson Farms RF & CL Lansdaal Ltd

Wilson Farms

Gavin & Catherin Vowles

2020 JerseyGenometm Testing Team - (2019 Born)

Congratulations to the 15 breeders of the 49 heifers that graduated from the 2020 JerseyGenome team. One heifer was awarded the PERFORMANCE AWARD on the graduation criteria and the largest lift from her ancestry NZMI to NZMI post four herd tests. A further 10 heifers graduated with MERIT status. All graduated heifers are listed in the table below.

The JerseyGenome award structure represents three distinctive levels of participation in the programme and a one-off award for an outstanding performer.

NAME OWNER

Cluain Wins Judy

Ellison GW Ruthy JG

Ellison TS Cara

Ellison Quigly Glenda S3J

Evleen Tstar Charisma

Freydan Index Tasmania

Freydan Champ Golden

Freydan Champ Sunny

Freydan Misty Maddy

Freydan Tstar Solomio S2J

Glen Kaycee Misty Lourdes

Glen Kaycee Vivaldi Moira

Glen Kaycee Watchman Lyna

Glencolbe RMK Ali S3J

Glencolbe 19-20

Glencolbe 19-35 S3J

Glencolbe 19-88

Glenui Misty Lamona

Glenui Misty Lenora

Linan Clancy

Lockhart Lennox Estha

Lynrich Tripstar Tosca

Mersey Triple Olive

Puriri Maxwell Diva

Puriri Carrick Kitty

Puriri Carrick Damson

Puriri PGW Samantha JG

Puriri Triplestar Heidi

Puriri Darby Rita JG

Puriri Misty Joany

Rangeview Star Nesta

Rangeview Atime Ale

Tahau Quid Cortina S3J

Two View Kingpin Zandra

Two View Kaino 19-53

Wairakau Triple Jemma

Wairakau Integ Bess

Wairakau Triple Dee

Wairakau Integ Dainty

Ellison TS Heather

Ellison TS Patty

Glencolbe 19-47

Lynrich Nucleus Jaden JG

Mersey Carrick Sugar S3J

Puriri Carrick Dior

Puriri Misty Blaze

Two View Triplestar Tess

Wairakau Triple Brom

Wairakau Triple Marvel

Glen Kaycee LRN Rwanda

• Graduates: Heifers that complete the programme

• Merit: Heifers that complete the programme with distinction, who are in the top quartile of the graduating team.

• Elite Graduate: Heifers that complete the programme with excellence, and are in the top group of highest indexing heifers in New Zealand

These Graduating heifers have now complete testing within the programme, we will continue to track their progeny.

Cluain & Te Moanui Jerseys

Roger & Glenys Ellison

Evan & Shirleen Smeath

D J & F J Lynch Ltd

Kaycee Farms Ltd

Colin & Berenice Jensen

Goreland Partnership

Megaw Family Trust

Benjamin Burmeister Trust

RF & CL Lansdaal Ltd

R P & C Jones

Wilson Farms

Cluain & Te Moanui Jerseys

J M & K L Sneddon Partnership

Gavin & Catherin Vowles

Wairakau Farm Trust No 1

Roger & Glenys Ellison

Colin & Berenice Jensen

RF & CL Lansdaal Ltd

R P & C Jones

Wilson Farms

Gavin & Catherin Vowles

Wairakau Farm Trust No 1

Kaycee Farms Ltd

2022

JerseyGenometm Team - (2021 Born)

Congratulations to the 32 breeders of the 96 heifers that have been selected for the 2022 JerseyGenome Team. A total of 330 heifers were available for selection.

Jersey NZ look forward to working with these breeders and thanks members for their continued support of the JerseyGenome Joint Venture programme.

NAME NAME OWNER OWNER

Baylor Lucian Marsha

Belgrove Hoss Fern S3J

Canaan Pace Tenderness P JG

Ellison Floyd Ginga

Ellison Floyd Kate

Ellison Quart Mandy

Ellison Wman Heather JG

Evleen Coastal Caramel

Freydan Hoss Glow

Freydan Hoss Miro

Freydan Kcarrick Genie

Freydan Lunar Celeste

Freydan Lunar Star

Freydan Nucleus Katie

Freydan Tudor Katie JG

Glen Elgin 21-34

Glen Elgin 21-45

Glencolbe 21-125 S3J

Glencolbe AP Ali P JG

Glencolbe Gml Abby JG

Glenui Bjorn Ronda JG

Glenui Titus Regina

Gralyn 21-24

Gralyn 21-81

Jura Carrick Kali S3J

Jura Maxwell Beauty

Jura Maxwell Lana-P

Kahanui Lars Selphie

Kahiwi GL Martha

Kahiwi Polly

Kahiwi Super Dim Sum

Kahiwi Super Sheryl

Kahiwi TMT Sammie

Karaka Super Julie

Kiwi Carrick Minnie ET

Kiwi Carrick Missy ET

Lockhart DRF Qla S3J

Lockhart Lancer Alice S2J

Lockhart Lancers Trina

Lockhart Trig Windy

Lynrich Glory Jamie

Lynrich Glory Vino

Lynrich Lennox Harper

Lynrich Norsemen Holly JG

Lynrich Superman Diana

Lynrich Superman Hills

Lynrich Transpire Berry S2J

Matagouree PKC Briar

Milnes 21-81

Omanawa Dorothy

Omanawa Elsie

Puriri Hiwe Dancer JG

Puriri Lancer Dina JG

Puriri Liberation Odette

Puriri Makara Opal JG

Puriri Trigger Sasha

Puriri Watchmand Kitty JG

Baylor Ltd

Belgrove Farms

Canaan Farming Dairy Ltd

R & G Ellison

E & S Smeath

DJ & FJ Lynch Ltd

Keoghan Farm Limited

C & B Jensen

Goreland Partnership

Gralyn Farm No 1

Henry Easton

R & C Browne

Mills Farm Ltd

R & C Turner

Production Plus Trust

Benjamin Burmeister Trust

RL & CL Lansdaal

J & D Gloyn

Cape Fear Limited

McFetridge Farms Ltd

Wilson Farms Ltd

Rockland Faith Casey

Rockland Hoss Koala

Rockland Lat Trixie

Rockland Lot Cammie 84-ET S3J

Rockland Lotto Ava 92-ET S2J

Rocklea KC Felitta

Rocklea Ovation Kate

Sharons Hoss Ophelia

Somerton Omega Minnie ET

Te Ariki Bjorn Isa JG

Te Ariki Bjorn Isolde JG

Te Waiu Berkly Fanta

Te Waiu Berkly Lucy

Te Waiu Broadcaster Betty

Te Waiu Donatello Fanta

Te Waiu Donatello Portia

Te Waiu Donatello Simone

Te Waiu Jazzman Hay

Te Waiu Jazzman Pita

Te Waiu Lattitude Feris

Te Waiu Lattitude Marvel

Te Waiu Litigator Lottie

Te Waiu Litigator Philippa

Thornwood Connacht Joy JG

Two View Hiwe Celeste JG

Two View Makara Rose

Waiokura 21-13

Waiokura 21-2

Waiokura 21-28

Waiokura 21-30

Waiokura 21-31 S2J

Waiokura 21-45

Waiokura 21-55

Waiokura 21-60

Waiokura 21-85

Waiokura Sandy

Waiokura Vivi

Wee Burn Floyd Kate

Wee Burn Trigger Uma S3J

Rockland Farms

DNA Jerseys Ltd

Sharons Jersey Cattle Ltd

Somerton Jerseys Ltd

Potae & Van der Poel - Black

Te Waiu Ltd

Thornwood Family Trust

G & C Vowles

Dairy Glenn Farm Ltd

GPS 2007 Limited

G & P Wilson

Ian Harris Memorial Heifer Competition

Proud Sponsors of the 2022 Competition

2021/22 Competition

Junior Entrants

Entrant

Carlisle Christensen

Kemnay Christensen

Boyd Ferguson

Molly Fletcher

Annabel Jeyes

Malachai Pickett

Charlie Scherer

Gabrielle Scherer

Henry Scherer

Charlie Williams

George Williams

Jack Williams

Ruby Williams

Junior Winners

Jack Williams

Charlie Scherer

Charlie Williams

Senior Winners

Shaun Good

Krystle Bennett

Thomas Jeyes

Heifer Selected

Northern Little Joss 2 ET

Northern Maudie

Five Star Genominator Lennie

Glenalla Colton Mags

Manor Index Darling

DTRP-19-27

Sherborne Radcal Kira S1J

Glenalla Hired Wendy

Sherborne Chrome Fern

Williams Limerick Feijoa

Williams Floyd Lemonhoney

Williams Misty Tabs

Williams Flint Zara S1J

Williams Misty Tabs

Sherborne Radcal Kira S1J

Williams Limerick Feijoa

Thornwood Winston Nelly

Benworth Watch Annie

Ferdon Tequila Lois

Senior Entrants

Entrant

Chloe Belfield

Krystle Bennett

Shayne Caird

Sophia Clark

Aaron Courage

Shaun Good

Thomas Jeyes

Hamish Mead

Aaron Mills

Amy Pickett

Ryan Pickett

Anna Thomas

Shaun Thomas

Shaun Woods

Heifer Selected

DTRP-19-2

Benworth Watch Annie

Willow Downs Bel Charming S0J

DTRP-19-97

Roma Kingpin Aisler

Thornwood Winston Nelly

Ferdon Tequila Lois

Waiokura Mandie

DTRP-19-71

DTRP-19-52

DTRP-19-84

Roma Kingpin Larke

Roma Kingpin Jazz

DTRP-19-119

Production Winner

TOP Winner

Look out for entries opening soon for the 2022/23 competition

1976

WAIRAKAU JERSEYS

GRAHAM, LYN, NATHAN AND AMANDA LAWRY

We congratulate the Te Awamutu Jersey Cattle Club on it’s Centennary and look back on the many enjoyable herd visits and comradeship over the years and look forward to the club activities and new membership in the future. Also, congratulations to Jersey New Zealand on it’s 120 years.

BULL PROFILE:

JX Pine

AB Code: 319736

As an A2A2 Beta-Casein and BB Kappa-Casein sire, 7JE1699 JX PINE {6} offers big-time JUI™ (+13.4) and components (+0.13% Fat, +0.14% Protein) along with great fertility traits (+2.8 SCR, +1.9 DPR) to bring the complete package to Jersey enthusiasts! According to Herby Lutz, Select Sires Inc. Jersey Development Manager, “in my mind, JX PINE {6} is the next super star in the Select Sires lineup. Select Sires has had a long list of influential bulls in the Jersey breed population with the likes of DUNCAN, SOONER, BERRETTA, ROCKET, ACTION, JACE, VALENTINO and CHROME. JX PINE {6} has the pedigree and is stamping the daughters to be the next one listed in this group of generational improvers.” He is one of the few JX Frisco {5} sons in AI and Frisco is a JX Harris {4} out of a VG-88% Hilario who was also bred at Ahlem Farms in California USA. The maternal side is what you expect from the master breeder herd Ahlem Farms Partnership with JX PINE {6}’s dam being a VG-87% DIMENSION followed by an EX-93% ACTION, a VG-83% ROCKET, an EX-91% JACE and then an 88% Avery.

Breeders around the world love their JX PINE {6} daughters and the consistency the bull delivers. Pieter van Deventer of Doornvlei Jerseys in South Africa had this to say, “Our first two JX PINE {6} daughters calved in with a bang! They have excellent frame and beautiful udders with production to match their looks. Both cows are producing over 30 liters and were confirmed pregnant at 65 days in milk!”. Lutz continues, “I started seeing daughters in January and quickly realized we had something special as they are so consistent. Great feet and legs with a steep foot and strength all the way through. Not to mention their udders…wow! They have well attached fore udders, high wide rear udders that are carried high above the hock while adding a little teat length.”

To see daughters and for more information on JX PINE {6} check out World Wide Sires New Zealand on Social Media or contact your local Breeding Consultant.

TOP Review 2021

In the 2021 TOP & Classification season, Jersey NZ classified a total of 15,663 animals as follows

I W Scott & Sons Ltd

Leithlea Jerseys Ltd

B & D Tippett

Stockwell & Co

Denson Dale Jerseys Ltd

R & G Ellison

R E & J C Gibson

Just Jerseys Ltd

Totara Dale Farm Ltd

Snowfed Farm

Agrivest Ltd

Mangapiko Jerseys

N J Moffitt Trust

Jay Trust Partnership

B W & I C McClean

Karaka Jerseys Ltd

D & F Post

Robo Jersey Genetics

Rivermere Jerseys

S & L Harrison

Pacey Woolley Partnership

Keripapa Farms Ltd

C & D Perrott Partnership

Muzzal Farms Ltd

Ferdon Genetics Ltd

Goreland Partnership

N Atkins

Summit Farms (Otorohanga) No 1

J M & K L Sneddon Partnership

Platinum Genetics

G & M Wallace

Caratacus Farms Ltd

S & C Terry

G W & K A Weld

K A Tosland

G P S 2007 Limited

G & P Wilson

Ngarua Dairy Ltd

Greenacres (Kereone) Ltd

Jeyes Farming NZ Ltd

S Ingram Glenalla Farm Ltd

Kirbydale Farms Ltd

Northerly Farms Ltd

Premier Cattle Co Ltd

Pirie Farms Ltd

Reymar Dairy Ltd

R F & C L Lansdaal Ltd

Jaff Genetics

Farms Ltd

ELLISON JERSEYS

Ellison Terrific Jo Ex4, 9 - 9

“GROWING GOOD COWS & GOOD PEOPLE ”

MINDA BW 284/PW 278 May 2022

Breeders of Neon, Audi, Kaka, Panterra, Tungsten, Archer & Others. We will have Yearling Bulls at the National Jersey Bull Sale .

Proud to support the Te Awamutu Jersey Club, as it celebrates A Golden Century of outstanding Jersey Cows, Bull Breeders and Member Support.

Contacts: Roger 0274479560, Glenys 0211474490, glen.rog@xtra.co.nz

International News

Andrew and Jennifer Vander Meulen of Avonlea Genetics, winners of the WJCB Certificates of Achievement for 2021 - Jersey Canada

Congratulations to Andrew and Jennifer Vander Meulen of Avonlea Genetics, winners of the World Jersey Cattle Bureau Certificates of Achievement for 2021. “This award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a positive influence on the Jersey breed in their own country through their consistent and long-term efforts.”

Andrew and Jennifer are active leaders in the Canadian Jersey community. They continue to share their knowledge and abilities within the Jersey Community and have done so consistently for many decades.

Jennifer Vander Meulen is tireless in her promotion of the breed both in Canada and worldwide. She has been an active part of the over 300 All-Canadian-nominated Jerseys that they have either bred or shown. She has a long history with the breed and actively promotes Jersey excellence through her involvement on committees at both the provincial and national level. She has been an active member on the National Show Committee, and she is instrumental in establishing and creating opportunities for the Jersey breed to be shown across Ontario. In 2011, Jennifer was a WJCB JETA recipient where she was recognized for her leadership and business excellence. Jennifer brings exceptional marketing skills and is a key part of the success of Avonlea Genetics.

Full article available online at: https://jerseycanada.com/ andrew-and-jennifer-vander-meulen-of-avonlea-geneticswinners-of-the-wjcb-certificates-of-achievementfor-2021/

Pedigree Livestock Services to take on the role of Company Secretary for the Society - Jersey Cattle Society UK

The Directors of the Jersey Cattle Society of the UK are pleased to announce that Pedigree Livestock Services have been selected to replace Jolly British as our Company Secretary. Emma Horn will remain in position during the hand over which should be completed by the end of May. In the meantime points of contact for members continue to be Emma, Becky our Field Officer and Claire at NBDC animal registrations.

National Jersey Leadership Named at Annual Meetings - US Jersey Journal

Officers and directors of the USJersey organizations were elected during the Annual Meetings of the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) and National All-Jersey Inc. (NAJ) held on June 24 and 25, 2022 in Portland, Ore.

Alan Chittenden, Schodack Landing, N.Y., was elected to a one-year term as President of AJCA on June 25. Chittenden became the first third-generation President of the AJCA, following in the footsteps of his father, Paul, and grandfather, Stanley. He is a fourth-generation breeder and owner of Registered Jerseys. Chittenden owns and operates Dutch Hollow Farms LLC in New York with his parents and two brothers. They milk 900 Registered Jerseys and have the herd enrolled in REAP, are contract advertisers in the Jersey Journal and have contributed to Equity for nearly 50 years. In 2012, the family was honored with the AJCA Master Breeder award. In addition, he has served as General Chair of The All American Jersey Shows & Sales in 2018, and chair of The All American Sale Committee in 2016. He served two terms as AJCA Director from the Second District from 2014-2020.

Chittenden succeeds Jonathan Merriam, Hickman, Calif., who served four years as AJCA president.

Joel Albright, Willard, Ohio, was re-elected as AJCA Director from the Fourth District and as Vice President of the association. He owns and operates Albright Jerseys LLC, a 600-cow operation enrolled on REAP, with his family. The Albrights have placed several bulls in A.I. and have consigned animals to numerous sales. In 2016, Joel received the AJCA Young Jersey Breeder Award. He serves on the All American Sale Committee and is the Associate General Chair of the All American for 2022. He currently serves as chair of the Breed Improvement committee and is a member of the Type Advisory committee and Jersey Performance Index Advisory committee.

Donna Phillips, DVM, Newton, Wis., was re-elected to a threeyear term as Director from the Seventh District.

Full article available online at: https://usjerseyjournal.com/ national-jersey-leadership-named-at-annual-meetings-2/

Pedigree Livestock Services (PLS) specialise working in partnership with Livestock Breed Societies providing a bespoke administrative support service. The company can provide as little or as much resource to any Society from their dedicated Pedigree Livestock Services team.

Pedigree Livestock Services will be providing administration support to the Jersey Cattle Society of the UK and their members and will be taking up the position of Company Secretary for the breed.

Full article available online at: https://jerseycattlesociety.uk/pedigree-livestock-services-to-take-on-the-role-of-companysecretary-for-the-society/

Special Awards 2022

George Henry Dawick Memorial Cup

Bruce Cameron

The George Henry Dawick Memorial Cup is presented to a member who has attained significant achievement at either a national or international level that reflects progressive Jersey excellence in any field relating to the Jersey breed.

This year’s recipient has demonstrated a real passion and enthusiasm for his particular type of Jersey cow. He has established two Facebook groups, one targeting NZ farmers which has over 1000 members which he started in 2014, He began the Polled NZ Dairy Cows Facebook page to help encourage other kiwi farmers to use Polled bulls. At the start, the majority of interest in the page was from overseas, but this is slowly changing.

The second facebook group has over 13500 members internationally which was started in 2020. He has been a regular advertiser in #PolledPlace since the beginning in 2014. This has really helped their profile outside of New Zealand.

He has also exported semen from his own bulls around the world, particularly Europe, America and Australia. These bulls Zigzag, Dimple, Overlord and Octane are all Homozygous PPolled, A2A2 and BB kappa casein. The continuing development of Polled, A2A2 and grazing markets worldwide has meant steady interest in what he is doing.

He continues to focus on breeding sound Polled grazing cattle with the genetic qualities he thinks are going to be important in the future. He is in the process of further DNA testing to find his next PP/A2A2/BB kappa casein bulls!

The 2022 recipient is Bruce Cameron

Distinguished Member Award

Bruce Cameron

Bruce Cameron of Ardachie stud is awarded a Distinguished Members Award for a lifetime commitment to polled Jerseys in New Zealand and Worldwide. Bruce has persevered against all odds to have his herd recognised as Pedigree Jerseys even though in the First Herd Book , Volume 1, 1903 there was a bull , Polled Prince recorded.

At Ardachie the first polled animal was a heifer calf bought by Bruce’s grandfather with her bull being used over the herd leading to whole herd being polled by 1950. It took until 1991 for the herd to be registered as SJ and graded up for a further four generations to be recognised as pedigree. Jersey NZ only allowed this as in 1988 the USJCC wanted a bull Opportunity imported by Ambreed to be recognised as a full pedigree.

It is now recognised that polled genetics are the way of the future, even supported by Fonterra in their Handbook.

Special Member Recognition for Services to TOP & Classification

Don Shaw

It can be a difficult task, to thank and recognize someone who has contributed so much and has already received the highest recognition that our organization can bestow.

In March of this year, Don Shaw decided not to re-certify for the role of TOP Inspector/Classifier. He thus chose, at the age of eighty-one to draw the curtain down on thirty-five years of contributing in this role.

Don’s contribution to Jersey New Zealand and the wider dairy industry is well known and has been profiled in national publications. His custodianship, with his family, of the Kiwi and Anchor Jersey studs at Ohaupo, achieved them national prominence and as a CRV Ambreed consultant he has had a positive influence on the genetic gain and balance of many breeders’ herds. His record for service and longevity as a A.I. Technician is legendary.

In 1996 Don and his wife Lynne were awarded an Honorary Life Membership of Jersey New Zealand for their work in the field of Youth Training, Youth Exchange and Youth Development Seminars.

Through tragedy and heartbreak, Don has remained steadfastly loyal to Jersey NZ, always presenting thoughtful and challenging ideas and comment and is a current Jersey NZ Ambassador.

With this citation, the board of Jersey NZ are specifically recognizing Don’s contribution in the role of TOP Inspector and Classifier. Through the years of his involvement as a classifier, Don has seen and adjusted to all of the changes that have taken place in this field.

From being one of the original “paper boys,” to using the first hand-held units to collect linear information and ultimately the new handhelds and new awards system, Don has taken it all in his stride.

He has travelled the length and breadth of New Zealand classifying dairy cows, with his contribution, in the last few years, being classification work closer to home.

As he parks his classifiers boots in the garage, Don can reflect on a job well done.

With this “Special Member Recognition”, the Board of Jersey NZ and Classification Convenors past and present, would all like to thank Don sincerely for his time and expertise in his work as a TOP Inspector and Classifier.

Cyril Dermer Cup Graeme Collins

“Outstanding Services To The Jersey Breed and Jersey New Zealand”

Northern Wairoa Jersey Club President Graeme Collins, is a Jersey NZ Ambassador, TOP Inspector/Classifier and a member of the Judging/Classification Committee. Although he dispersed his Waiteitei Stud herd in 2018 he has remained as involved with Jersey NZ activities as he ever was. He takes every opportunity to fulfill his roles, creating profile for our organisation at all relevant events. Apart from his official Jersey NZ commitments he is sought after by many Jersey Clubs to officiate at on-farm shows and he never turns them down.

In the course of the past year’s SPS and main TOP & Classification window, Graeme had more “sticks up his nose” than most would deem acceptable. With Graeme being an “unwilling Jaffa” (Just Another Fabulous Friendly Aucklander) farming on the extreme northern boundary of the Greater Auckland Region at Tomarata, east of Wellsford he had border controls in every direction. To move in and out he had to undergo a Covid test each way. This did not deter him from contributing to more than his share of SPS and classification work, often picking up the extra jobs that came along. He was the only TOP Inspector/Classifier compromised to this extent by the Covid rules. The extra personnel time committed to gain Covid clearances was considerable.

It was this sort of willingness and co-operation that allowed JNZ to complete it’s SPS/Classification commitments in a very difficult year.

It is thus with a great deal of thanks and appreciation that the Board of Jersey New Zealand, presents the Cyril Dermer Cup “for Outstanding Services to the Jersey Breed and Jersey New Zealand” in the past year to Mr Graeme Collins.

Mr & Mrs J W Singers Efficiency Scroll Award

Shaun & Michelle Good

This award is made to the person who, in the opinion of the Jersey NZ Board, has done the most or been the most active in promoting and publicising the Jersey breed and the Association. The award covers all phases of a breeder’s activities including testing, showing, breed promotion and administration.

In 2022 the Jersey NZ Board has much pleasure in presenting the J W Singers Efficiency Scroll Award to Shaun & Michelle Good who are the proud Jersey breeders behind the Thornwood stud. The couple has been farming together for the past 10 years, firstly 50/50 sharemilking in 2012, then progressing to the purchase of their first farm in an equity partnership in 2017 and moving their 400 cow Jersey herd from Te Awamutu to Otorohanga where they are now based. This season the couple will expand their herd again, taking on the lease of an adjoining farm, and will milk 800 cows across the two properties.

Shaun and Michelle have worked on developing strong cow families within their herd and made breeding decisions focussed on efficient, profitable genetics backed by excellent conformation, health, and fertility. While predominantly using New Zealand genetics the couple has also included the best overseas bulls to bring diversity to their herd.

Throughout their time as herd owners the couple has sold over 22 bulls to AB centres from six cow families, most notable Premier Sires Thornwood Degrees Trigger and Thornwood Banff Titus.

Michelle’s participation in Te Awamutu Jersey Club activities began as a child. Also as a child, Michelle took over the Thornwood prefix when her grandfather Richard Adam Snr retired. Both Shaun and Michelle are active members of the Te Awamutu Jersey Club and enjoy participating in club events such as the on-farm show, production awards and Jersey Classic.Shaun has held the role of President for two years. Shaun and Michelle say that the Club has been a great way for them to meet like-minded people, who share the same passion of farming and the Jersey breed.

Their two children Amaya (4) and Arlo (2) are both Junior members of Jersey NZ. Michelle is on the Jersey NZ Youth Council and was also the first General Manager of Jersey Advantage, bringing her professionalism to the role. She continues now in a volunteer role on its Working Groups. Her background in Marketing and Communications is of great value. On their first try in the Waikato Dairy Industry Awards in 2016 they placed third.

The commitment of our young members, like Shaun and Michelle, to the Jersey breed is a positive for the future of Jersey NZ. It is a great pleasure to acknowledge the contribution made by Shaun and Michelle Good in presenting them with the J W Singers Efficiency Scroll Award for 2022.

JT Thwaites Sire of the Season - Criteria

1. Bulls Eligible

• Only new bulls emerging with an initial proof (logic check: bull code in appropriate cohort year)

• Must be J16 breed makeup and registered with Jersey New Zealand

• Must be New Zealand born irrespective of ancestry.

• eg: Imported embryos are considered New Zealand bred

2. Production Criteria - Must have a widespread proof defined as:

• Minimum Fertility BV of 0

• Minimum Liveweight BV of -65

• Reliability of BW not less than 75%

• Production daughters spread over at least 20 herds

• Minimum of 40 production daughters in the evaluation

• Bull must be on the NZ Ranking of Active Sires (RAS) list

3. TOP Criteria

• Not less than +.1 BV for each of Overall Opinion, Udder Overall and Dairy Conformation

• TOP daughters spread over at least 10 herds

• Minimum of 20 TOP daughters in the evaluation

4. Interbull Criteria

• The bull must meet the necessary criteria to be accepted by Interbull for an International Evaluation

5. Evaluation Used

• Animal Evaluation run in April (Interbull run)

JT Thwaites Sire of the Season

Congratulations to Troy Hughes and Victoria Scott, breeders of Shelby Integ Labyrinth who was named ‘JT Thwaites Sire of the Season” by Jersey NZ.

LIC Bull acquisition manager Danie Swart said the award acknowledges Labyrinth as a highly ranked sire and is a fantastic achievement for his breeders.

“Its always really exciting to see our sires acknowledged for their genetic merit and to celebrate our breeders who put a lot of hard work into breeding the best bulls for New Zealand farmers.

“We are delighted for Troy and Victoria and are proud to work alongside them and our other breeders right across New Zealand who are delivering top sires for our national herd.“

6. The Winning Bull

• After meeting criteria, the bull with the highest BW (where equal BW, higher reliability wins).

7. Recipient of the Award

• The breeder of the bull receives the award and may or may not be a member of Jersey New Zealand and may or may not be the owner of the bull

TOP Inspectors - We Need You

Our pool of inspectors is growing smaller and we are seeking members who may be interested in becoming involved and qualified. With a wider pool of inspectors available we hope to be able to shorten both tour length and daily hours. Having more inspectors will also take the pressure off those inspectors who already commit year in and year out and are having to do more and more as the pool of inspectors lessens.

What does it take to become an inspector?

All that is needed are people with good stock sense and a keen eye for conformation, who can talk to farmers.

Each year in March certification days take place in the North Island, plus every two years in the South Island. Certification is a two day process, with training on day one and a certification process across three farms and three breeds on day two. Only certified inspectors can undertake assessments that will be included for animal evaluation. Inspectors are also required to become certified Body Condition Score inspectors.

Inspectors are required to re-certify for both TOP and Body Condition Score every four years, and recalibrate BCS annually.

No prior qualifications are required and Jersey NZ covers all costs involved with getting your certification.

How do the tours work?

Each year, we contact all inspectors to check on their availability for the season. It is up to you how much you are prepared to be involved and this may vary from season to season. The TOP Convenor and TOP Coordinator will then work with Karen/Robyn to produce the tour schedules.

Will I be working on my own?

That is dependent on cow numbers within individual herds. Due to data validation requirements, herds under 90 cows must be inspected by one inspector. Where there are more than 150 cows, we will ensure that a second inspector joins you. New inspectors are always accompanied by a more experienced inspector.

The time scheduled for each farm is calculated by the number of animals to be inspected. With over 18,000 animals to be inspected by Jersey NZ during the season, time is of the essence.

However, extra time is usually allowed for member herds where they are undertaking inspections for the first time. This is to give the member a better idea of the process and allow you to go over a couple of animals with them.

Do I get paid?

For inspections, Inspectors are paid a daily allowance, plus all expenses are covered. These may include rental cars, petrol, accommodation and meals.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BECOME AN INSPECTOR, OR FIND OUT MORE CONTACT:

TOP CONVENOR

Peter Gilbert p: 027 435 6334

e: pgilbert@jersey.org.nz

TOP CO ORDINATOR

Robert Hall p: 027 431 8610

e: 8raro8@gmail.com

MEMBER SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR

Karen Maxwell p: 07 856 0816

e: kmaxwell@jersey.org.nz

2020/21 Jersey NZ Production Awards

Production awards are a recognition to members with significant herd and production statistics. These awards were presented at the Jersey NZ Conference in Palmerston North. Congratulations to all those who received awards

(Top Herd by Milksolids)

Jubilee Cup - Presidents Section

Herd Size 20-150 cows – Cliff Shearer

Milksolids: 667 Registered Jerseys: 28 Milk: 6,621 litres Fat (kgs): 378 Protein (kgs): 289 DIM: 300

Jubilee Cup - Council Section

Herd Size 151-300 cows – Frecklington Farms, C Frecklington

Milksolids: 637 Registered Jerseys: 212 Milk: 6,650 litres Fat (kgs): 359 Protein (kgs): 278 DIM: 289

Jubilee Cup - Breeders Section

Herd Size 301-500 cows – Lynbrook Farms Ltd, S & N Ireland

Milksolids: 529 Registered Jerseys: 309 Milk: 5,208 litres Fat (kgs): 301 Protein (kgs): 228 DIM: 280

Jubilee Cup - Pioneers Section

Herd Size 501+ cows – Gralyn Farm No 1, G & V Robinson

Milksolids: 490 Registered Jerseys: 561 Milk: 4,751 litres Fat (kgs): 282 Protein (kgs): 208 DIM: 270

Jersey NZ Production Award Trophy

Top Milksolids Cow – P & A Wisse - Roma T-Bone Magic, Ex4

Milksolids: 929 Milk: 9,523 Litres Fat (kgs): 540 Protein (kgs): 388 DIM: 304

Jersey NZ Service Awards

KA Bennett Memorial Trophy

Top Milksolids Cow (10 years & over) Non member owned - Lynbrook 10-53 S1J

Milksolids: 841 Milk: 9,473 Litres Fat (kgs): 476 Protein (kgs): 364 DIM: 257

Mitchell Challenge Trophy

BW: 390

Dairy Glenn Farm Ltd, H Mead

Cows: 78 Milk: 4,649 Litres Fat (kgs): 276 Protein (kgs):

200 Milksolids: 476 DIM: 246 BW: 257

Top herd by BW West Lynn Trophy

Leading living lifetime producer I & C Jordon Willowhaugh BR Rowena, Ex4

Milksolids 7107 kg in 15 lactations

These awards are designed to acknowledge members support for the Association through use of its products and services. Members must ‘qualify’ for consideration of the award in the following areas:

• They must use Jersey Future (must purchase minimum quantity of 20 straws of Jersey Future semen for use in their own herd)

• They must TOP & Classify their entire two year old contemporary group of heifers

• They must register all animals over Jersey 12 content (excluding any lease animals)

• They must complete a minimum of four Herd Tests within a season

• They must submit at least one heifer for consideration for the Jersey Genome programme.

To acknowledge the number of years the breeder has achieved the award, a number will appear at the end (for example, Jersey NZ Services Award 1 indicates one year of meeting all criteria).

Breeder Namre

K, C & K Tucker

R & G Ellison

B & J Pirie

G Lawry

N Wilson

G & P Wilson

G & C Vowles

T Landers

Farm Name

Kaycee Farms Ltd

Pirie Farms Ltd

Wairakau Farm Trust

Wilson Farms Ltd

Goreland Partnership

Breeder Namre

D & W Harker

G Ferguson

H Dimock

GF & ML & JK Wallace

C & B Jensen

K Bennett

D & R O’Sullivan

Farm Name

Westell Properties

Horopito Jerseys

Malibu Jerseys

Benworth

Belgrove Farms

Top BW Cow Maharee Farms Ltd, B & S White - Glen Leith Hanks QLA

Production Highlights 2020-21

Jersey NZ is please to announce the top ranked herds for the 2020/21 season as follow: These tables are based on registered Jersey cows, and results are limited to those herds that have completed a minimum of FOUR herd tests in the 2020/21 season.

Name

Cliff Shearer

Christine Frecklington

Pacey Woolley Partnership

Peter & Kathy Horn

Roma Farm Ltd

Premier Cattle Co Ltd

Robert & Stephanie Trainor

Jeremy & Deborah Gloyn

Lynbrook Farm Ltd

Goreland Partnership

Name

Dairy Glenn Farm Ltd

Totara Dairy Ltd

Glanton Holdings Ltd

Kowhai Properties Ltd

Northerly Farms Ltd

Palm Grove Trust

Fraser & Christine Macbeth

Agrivest Limited

C W & N J Hickey

R F & C L Lansdaal Ltd

Name

Cliff Shearer

Pacey Woolley Partnership

Premier Cattle Co Ltd

Name

Christine Frecklington

Peter & Kathy Horn

Roma Farm Ltd

Lynbrook Farm Ltd

Goreland Partnership Ashvale Jerseys Ltd

Disclaimer: Jersey NZ is reliant on information received via reports ordered via LIC from the National

While every effort is made to ensure data is correct, Jersey NZ accepts no responsibility for any incorrect information printed.

Top 10 herds by milksolids

Top 10 herds by BW

Top 3 herds by milksolids - Herd size 20 - 150 cows

Top 3 herds by milksolids - Herd size 501+ cows

Gralyn Farm No 1

The TOP rankings include the two year old herd averages for members herds with a minimum of 20 two year old registered Jersey classified in the season

How Are Production Statistics Calculated?

Currently, all Production statistics, award and tables are calculated from the Production Suite. The Production Suite is a set of reports set up by & for the Breed Societies when the LIC national database was set up with Breed Societies as industry partners. The basic parameters of the data were agreed at that time by all of the participating Breed Societies, and initially all reports were received as paper reports. None of these reports calculated milksolid totals, so as time as passed more manual calculations were required as each Society reported more on milksolids than individual components.

Data is received for two formats:

• Individual animal data. A few years ago, the individual animal data became available as a ‘download’. This meant that Breed Societies have been able to customise their own reporting to some extent.

• Herd average data. Downloads have not been available for herd average data. In the Jersey NZ office, we enter herd data on all member herds that meet the registered herd size minimum into an internal spreadsheet to calculate awards.

ALL data available is subject to the following:

• 100 days in milk

• Minimum of 4 herd tests (in one herd)

As an internal control, Jersey NZ individual animal data is also limited to S3J registration status & above for the purposes of production reporting & awards. Herd average data incudes all registered Jerseys, regardless of registration status.

The Production Suite programmes are run in October annually. This allows for late calving animals to complete their lactation and be included. Herd data will NOT include animals that have not completed their full lactation in your herd. The basic premise is that the data calculated for the Production Suite should match the lactation data for each animal. As Breed Societies, we also ONLY receive data on registered animals therefore we can only calculate herd awards based on registered animals by breed.

The new BreedIT programme will change the way that we can report on production statistics, although it is not yet clear what format this will take. It is a requirement of the programme that each Association can customise their own reporting internally from the programme. It is expected that we will be able to report on this with more certainty over the next three months or so. BreedIT reporting will still be limited to registered animals only.

Top 5 herds by Udder Overall

Top 5 herds by Dairy Conformation

Production Highlights 2020-21

Ardachie AG Deelite P VG3 Dutch Hollow Milk Olive-P EX93 Dam of Damo

Broadlin Constance 2565 P EX92

"Polled is a triple bottom line trait; it is best for the calf, the farmer & the dairy industry." Bruce Cameron

Ardachie Damo PP/a2a2 is sired by Dutch Hollow Oliver- P and is the unique combination of the two modern cornerstone Polled Jerseys matrons, Dutch Hollow Mik Olive-P EX93 & Broadlin Constance 2565 P EX92. Damo semen will be available from us this spring !

Ardachie Dimple PP & Outlander PP semen available from APG. Ardachie Overlord PP & Peacemaker PP available at CRV & Ardachie Haymaker PP at Samen NZ.

Ardachie Polled Genetics Ltd - Samantha & Bruce Cameron ardachie@xtra.co.nz | 06 322 8281 | 021 0220 4468 | Ardachie Polled Jerseys

Madam President - Julie Pirie

– Written by Pam Goodin

Three years ago in 2019 we profiled Julie Pirie as she was appointed to the Jersey NZ Board. Recently elected as President, we take the opportunity to catch up with her again and hear her vision for the future of the organisation.

Julie is an appointed Director of Jersey NZ. That means that she has not come to the Board via the election process, but her appointment is through a recommendation to the AGM from the Director Appointments Committee. This Committee considers strengths and weaknesses in the Board’s makeup at the time, along with the strategic goals and objectives. Following her initial appointment in 2019, she was re-appointed for a one-year term in 2021 (the one year appointment was timed to bring the years back into line) and then for a two-year term in 2022.

Farming alongside husband Brian at Waitakaruru on the Hauraki Plains, their 850 cow herd is now 40% Jersey, 40% Jersey cross with the balance Friesian and Friesian cross, plus daughters Ella’s six Milking Shorthorns. Back in 2019, the Jersey percentage was sitting just under 30%, so there is a clear move towards more Jersey. The main farm at Waitakaruru is now 274 ha, and the 160 ha runoff 9 km away has been retained. Since our last article, an additional 44 ha has been leased from neighbours. Julie & Brian employ five full-time staff, plus a runoff Manager for the support block. This June most of the staff have moved on to higher positions on new farms, so they have seen an influx of new staff.

Even with this support, Julie & Brian are still very hands on with Julie looking after all of the administration, helping to rear the calves and assisting out at herd testing. Brian acts as ‘go-for’overseeing the operation, planning new projects and providing additional support where required.

The farm is situated on the flat peat of the western Hauraki Plains. The bulk of the herd is wintered on the farm, with about 300 grazed at the runoff. Only 1m above sea level, water management is key. There is a good local water

management scheme, and blocks are used in drains to retain water and nutrients as long as possible through the spring and summer periods. This also needs to be carefully managed through periods of high rainfall. Rainfall through the past four seasons has only been about two thirds of their annual average, and this is starting to bite.

As a result they have been feeding almost double what they would normally do at this time of year. They grow their own maize & silage, about 12 ha per annum using both the farm and runoff, with all grass silage made at the runoff. A palm kernel blend is also fed through the shed to provide additional minerals through the spring and autumn.

The 2022 season just completed saw them produce 369,000 kg milksolids. The farm record is 380,000 kg (2019/20 season) but that was prior to the additional 44 ha of lease land being included in the platform, and this season’s target was 400,000 kg.

With calving now underway, Julie and her team will rear about 260 calves this spring. Up until now they have reared all AB calves and sold any surplus as replacements.

Moving forward they will concentrate more on growing extra feed and will not rear extra calves. They will look at reducing the size of the runoff and try to keep everything on farm –become more self-contained from a biosecurity perspective and not so reliant on chasing outside feed.

Heifers started calving on 20 June, and the cows followed on 1 July. These early dates are the result of dry summers and their ability to grow plenty of grass through the winter. Here growing grass is the priority, getting the water, fertiliser and pasture management right is all about growing grass to feed the cows.

Julie and Brian have been using Jersey Future bulls for several years now, with good results. They have been used over the yearlings as they have facilities to AB mate at the runoff. Cows are mated to Premier Sires with genomic Premier Sires Forward Pack now in the mix as well as daughter proven, along with a few nominated straws to keep the technicians on their toes. They do use 2-3 polled bulls each season as they have a line of polled animals that they want to maintain. These days 95% of all semen used on the farm is Jersey as they move most of the herd in this direction.

Improved performance has allowed both Julie and Brian to be able to look up more. They are starting to think about farm succession and can do more off farm. For Julie that has been taking on industry governance roles. For Brian is has been getting on farm management to a point where he can get stuck into a new development project.

In addition, cows and their families have become more of an interest. The move from Friesian cross to Jersey is due to the benefits of smaller, more efficient animals that are also more adaptable to issues that are being faced from an

environmental perspective. Initially the move came from a decision to start registering their Jerseys to show them. Both Julie and Brian came from pedigree farming backgrounds, Julie with Milking Shorthorn and Brian with Holstein-Friesian. They saw getting involved on the show circuit as a great way to include their girls Celine and Ella on farm. Once they got involved with showing, they started to see the real benefits of Jerseys and it went from there. The practical aspect of farming Jerseys makes real sense to them, and Julie believes that they have even dispelled some myths, finding that with good calf rearing practices Jersey calves are actually easier to rear as they are smaller.

Julie’s governance and leadership roles within the industry are also Jersey focused. For a number of years she has worked with a local school to involve more kids in calf club, hosting them on farm and supporting them. Within Jersey NZ she heads up the Youth Committee, and has been the driver behind the Jersey NZ IDW Youth Challenge team that has now travelled to International Dairy Week in Australia three times to complete in the Youth Challenge event. The first year was a fact-finding mission. Competing without meeting some of the team requirements meant they were not likely to place, but it gave some valuable insight for the following years where the team placed first in 2019 and second in 2020, on both occasions the only international team from more than a dozen teams entered, each with 10 members. Covid-19 put paid to the next two years, but a team is currently being formed by Julie to attend the event again in 2023.

Since 2018 Julie has been the Chair of the Donald Pearson Farm Trust. This South Auckland farm was bequeathed by a Milking Shorthorn breeder to the NZ Young Farmers. It’s purpose is to connect young people with farming, and in November they will have over 1000 Manurewa High School students coming on farm over a period of seven days, all funded by MPI. It has been a long road to get to this point, and while in some aspects M. Bovis and then Covid-19 gave them some breathing space to get the farm into a better position, it has also been a very frustrating time. Julie helps oversee the running of the farm and maintains a connection with the Education Advisory Committee which is engaging with the education sector. Julie knows from talking to people who have gone farming from a city background, that they all had an impactful farm experience as youngsters. She relishes the opportunity to lead more people to the life she loves.

The farm has moved away from Milking Shorthorn (although they will always retain a few) to Jerseys under Julie’s leadership. First and foremost the farm needed to be able to be financially successful to support the education plans. To Julie, Jerseys were the obvious choice due to the soil type and summer dry area. She also feels that a pure Jersey herd offers more educational opportunities than crossbreds. The 64 effective ha farm has increased production from 23,000 kg milksolids to 37,000 kg with the potential to reach 40,000 kg.

Just on a year ago Julie also took on the Chair position for Jerseyland Farms Ltd, a newly established joint venture between Jersey NZ, Jersey Advantage and five private investors (all Jersey farmers). She is really relishing this role, learning a lot about putting deals together quickly. Strategically it has meant a change in thinking – from how to promote Jersey to how to fund that promotion work.

Julie is gaining confidence in all her roles. She comments that the challenges these roles bring will also bring learning opportunities. She has learnt that there will always be support for her – for her to succeed, the farms to succeed and the organisations behind them to succeed. More and more she is driven by industry good – promoting the benefits of the industry and the people in it. And as she says, its more fun than housework!

For Jersey NZ, Julie would like to encourage more farmers to understand that the cows they are milking are important. Traditionally Jersey breeders have always been very successful in this. Recognizing the value of and connection with cows will be important from a consumer perspective, connection with animals is so valuable and truly enhances the dairy industry.

She recognizes that a great way to display this connection and bridge the gap with the consumer is via A & P Shows and hopes that shows are able to return from the double-whammy of M. Bovis and Covid-19. Mainstream and social media are also important platforms to help consumers understand where natural and nutritious food comes from, she sees this as an important way to continue to promote the Jersey cow.

Julie’s plans include ensuring that Jersey NZ remains a sustainable organisation in terms of providing services to members, promoting the breed and further professional development for both the Board and management.

Have an opinion on the current industry movement?

Jersey NZ invite members to share their thoughts in the “In My Opinion” segment.

Discuss relevant thoughts regarding the Dairy Industry, Breeding and Genetics, Life as a Farmer or anything else that pops into mind.

Send at any time to: info@jersey.org.nz

Opinions expressed by editorial contributors or claims made in advertisements are not necessarily those of The Jersey FOCUS, General Manager and Board of Jersey NZ.

In My Opinion:

No matter which path you choose to travel in your personal pursuit of the ideal jersey cow, may it be generations of VGs or Excellent classifications, the number of lactations over time representing fertility and survivability, or the number of championship ribbons a special cow family can produce, the personal satisfaction of reaching any of these can be presented as a number which can be ratified by classification or herd test results and even the reasons from a senior judge who has undergone the judging school system to achieve their judging role.

So when the email came from Link Livestock asking for entries for the 2022 convention sale celebrating 120 years of the Jersey cow in New Zealand, we thought it would be a great opportunity to SHOWCASE a heifer from our stud due to long association my family has had with the “little brown cow”. I emailed the Jersey association to get 3gps from what we deemed to be our best two yearlings so we could decide which one to put forward, one was sired by an LIC bull whilst the other was sired by a CRV sire. We knew that the classification and production was as good as we could offer and hoped that the indexes would also be TOP SHELF, the heifer by the LIC bull exceeded our expectations for index while the CRV heifer was way below what we thought she should be so we asked for a NZAEL 3pg and to our relief she came up 50bw points but not only that, her grand dam who came up empty this season went from the cull list to the flush program. So which index is the real one, we knew we could stand behind the milk solids and the TOP scores, but if we sold the CRV one and the purchaser buying on the indexes only to find when she was transferred to their herd fell quite dramatically.

Jeremy & Deborah Gloyn

I am wondering now after the record price paid recently how her index was once transferred to her new owners. So my question is this, what role should or does our Association have when it comes to THE INFORMATION, and which figures do they stand behind, because there seems to be a one size does not fit all situation developing and certainly a BUYER BEWARE read the fine print. Another thought to ponder is this, If the society doesn’t own or control the information do we really need them if we are paying a herd fee and membership subscription to a Mistro or Minda they can probably do do the registrations at a click of a mouse. We belong to another cattle breed society which is celebrating 50 years in New Zealand this year to which we pay a herd and membership subscription. We can visit their web page and follow pedigrees and cow families back to the original importations not just of our animals but any stud in the country to see which bulls are leaving top shelf progeny.

PUKETAWA KING CARRICK JG

Birth Ident: BHYD-13-60 (314515) Breed : PJ J16

BW ($): 403/98 Protein BV (kg): 15/99 Fat BV (kg): 37/99 Milk BV (ltr): -219/99 Liveweight BV (kg): -40/95 Fertility BV (%): 0.8/98 Functional Survival BV (%): 2.9/92 Somatic Cell BV: -0.52/99

NZAEL

REGISTERED JERSEY

22/12/2021

FLAXMILL LT DANE S3J

NZAEL JUNE RUN UPDATE:

The NZAEL Animal Evaluation run for June was delayed to 23rd of June. This was to allow time for LIC to implement a new method for assessing production data across multiple lactations in its animal evaluation model and allow them to release their results in line with NZAEL’s monthly update.

A new multi-trait model was introduced by NZAEL in December 2021, continuing our focus on improvement to support the sectors success. We are pleased to see LIC joining us with the release of their multi-trait model with this next AE run. This will produce more alligned Breeding Worth values between LIC and NZAEL. In addition, both NZAEL and LIC are implementing changes to how we include the Herd Testing data from later lactations to improve quality of the BV’s estimated.

If you have questions please contact: Andrew Fear, NZAEL Manager - andrew.fear@dairynz.co.nz Rachel Bloxham, LIC - rachel.bloxham@lic.co.nz

Improvements in animal evaluation - genetic gain in the national dairy herd

NZAEL Update by Andrew Fear

Genetic gain in the dairy herd can have a profound impact on farmer profitability. As an industry, there is more to be done to ensure we continue to see increased improvements in genetic gain and remain internationally competitive. New Zealand Animal Evaluation Limited (NZAEL) is guiding the industry forwards on behalf of farmers through a commitment to continuous improvement in animal evaluation.

NZAEL’s Breeding Worth (BW) data provides farmers and animal breeders with independent information they can use to inform their breeding decisions. This is produced by NZAEL through its multi-trait animal evaluation model. For many farmers, the goal is to breed cows that can efficiently convert feed into profit.

There is more than $300 million dollars in annual profit growth to be made by farmers through genetic improvement in the national herd*. There is the potential for even more profit to be made if we continue to guide the industry towards increased improvement in genetic gain. NZAEL’s work helps farmers reap the financial rewards that genetic gain can provide.

An investment in a new multi-trait model in December 2021 was the foundation to ensure continuous improvement. In April 2022, based on farmers asking for more importance on udders, we introduced Udder Overall as a ninth trait to Breeding Worth. Positive changes to the liveweight breeding values were also introduced.

The next improvements to animal evaluation currently in development are to Calving difficulty and gestation length traits, as well as improving how breed composition is recorded, specifically the Holstein / Friesian proportions.

NZAEL is working with Breed societies, animal breeders and industry to ensure that together we are delivering the best opportunities for genetic gain. This starts with having the best models in place to provide independent and credible data to assist breeding decisions.

The inclusion of genomic information to animal evaluation is crucial to our ability to see continued increase in genetic gain. NZAEL is continuing to invest in the inclusion of Genomic information in our genetic evaluations (NZAEL 3.5). We expect to be able to launch our improved BW incorporating genomic data in the new year. This is an incredibly exciting time for our industry, and we are looking forward to the positive impact we will be making to the industry once we have launched NZAEL 3.5.

NZAEL is a subsidiary of DairyNZ and is funded by Dairy farmers though the DairyNZ levy.

*This is based on a $10BW improvement per year across the national herd which is less than the current rate of improvement.

Andrew Fear NZAEL Manager

Youth Council Article

Celine Pirie

Raised on a Dairy Farm in the Hauraki Plains by my parents Brian and Julie Pirie, I have grown up knowing about the Dairy industry and the opportunities available. It is this experience that formed a passion for sharing these opportunities with other young people.

I graduated with a Bachelor of Agri-Science from Massey University at the end of 2019 and followed up with a Post Graduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching in 2020. I am now working as an Agriculture and Horticulture teacher at St Peter’s in Cambridge. Being a teacher has allowed me to share my passion, enthusiasm and knowledge of the primary sector with students. Helping students ignite this passion and for them to see the various exciting future career pathways within the sector is important. Having the demonstration farm, Owl Farm, just a stone’s throw away from my classroom, is another great resource and allows for students to observe first-hand the theory taught in the classroom.

It is used regularly for a wide variety of practical applications

such as animal feeding, breeding and health, pasture composition, growth rates and dry matter percentage, pasture and weed identification and more.

A highlight for me within the Jersey NZ space, was attending International Dairy Week in Tatura, Australia in January 2018 (pictured), following the success of the Hot Shots team I was involved with at the 2017 Dairy event. We competed as part of a team of 10 in the Youth Challenge at IDW placing eleventh. It’s exciting to see the team continue to compete and represent New Zealand well, with new members each year.

The primary sector is an exciting sector to be involved in and one I hope to continue to be in for the years to come.

This article was written by Celine Pirie, and on behalf of the JerseyNZ Youth Council we thank you for putting this together! It’s encouraging to see the progression of our Jersey Youth in the industry, and we look forward to following your journey.

Students harvesting vegetables grown in the St Peters gardens

2018 IDW Youth Challenge team

10 in 7 Milking - Is it right for you?

– Michelle Adam, Youth Council

Variable milking routines have increased in popularity. With a tight labour market, and more emphasis on work-life balance while still maximising production and profitability – could 10 in 7 milking be right for you?

According to DairyNZ in the 2019/20 season, over 50 percent of farms nationally were implementing different milking intervals for all, or part of the season, with once-a-day (OAD) being more popular in the North Island and other variable milking routines more popular in the South.

Source: DairyNZ - https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-intervals/

In our business, we traditionally put our young herd on oncea-day early in the new year with the second herd transitioning to OAD around March depending on cow condition, the grass situation and production levels.

But this season, amid an exceptionally dry January but wishing to capitalise on a strong payout, we decided it was time to try something new.

I’d talked to farmers who had given 10-in-7 a go and swore by it for the ability to achieve better production levels than on OAD, better manage cow condition and animal health than twice-a-day (TAD), and give themselves and staff a break. In a nutshell 10-in-7 milking is a take on the traditional 16-hour milking regime. As it suggests, you complete 10

milkings in 7 days (or 40 in a four-week period) versus 42 on 16-hour milking.

The advantage of 10-in-7 is that milking times are consistent week after week and there’s no unpopular 10pm milking like with the traditional 16-hour option.

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday we milked at 5am and 5pm. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays we milked at 11am, and on Sunday at 9am. The pattern repeats, week on week so on any given day you know exactly what time you’ll be milking.

Of course, the timings are flexible, and you can tweak the hours to suit your team. DairyNZ have a handy milking time planner tool on their website which calculates the milking intervals for you as you adjust milking times.

DairyNZ is also nearing the end of their three-year Flexible Milking research project on variable milking routines, led by Dr Paul Edwards and Dr Jane Kay into best practice for milking frequency.

According to their research, milk accumulation in the udder is almost linear for up to 16 hours post-milking. That means there’s no significant difference in milksolids production between TAD and 16-hour milking assuming other factors (e.g. feeding) are constant.

Where milking times exceed 16 hour intervals (as they will at times with 10-in-7) DairyNZ’s research has concluded that cows will drop around 5% in production from the time variable milking is introduced, whether it’s at the start of lactation or a later date. However, they also found that the drop came mostly in the form of protein production, which meant a corresponding improvement in cow condition score – up to 0.25 condition score better by the end of the season if variable milking was used throughout.

Source: DairyNZ - https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-intervals/

One of the (many) great things about Jersey cows is that they are particularly suited to variable milking routines because of their concentrated milk (e.g. high solids, low volume). Research completed in 2014 showed that in once-a-day herds, Jerseys produced 9% and 6% more milk solids per kilogram of liveweight than Friesian and crossbreed animals respectively over the first 150 days of lactation.

So what’s the verdict?

Despite milking for two weeks less this year our production is 1% ahead of last year, in contrast to the Fonterra average for our region which is likely to finish up between 3-4% down on last season. Of course, it is hard to attribute changes in production specifically to any one factor, although this has been achieved with relatively consistent cow numbers and feed levels, and significantly less pasture growth from March through to May.

Cow condition, somatic cell count and general animal health (lameness, mastitis) are all comparable or better than last season when we were fully OAD by March. Both ourselves and our team were able to enjoy more rest and relaxation through January and February when we would normally be milking TAD.

The other bonus was fewer hot afternoon milkings. Let’s face it, no-one really likes milking in the heat, but with 10-in-7 you’re missing that 3pm peak heat and milking at slightly cooler times.

Regional Ambassadors

In 2018, Jersey NZ developed a new volunteer role known as the Jersey Regional Ambassador. Many of the new Regional Ambassadors have already been active in their local areas supporting prospective and existing members alike. The Regional Ambassadors have been well resourced, we encourage members and clubs to make use of them regularly.

Purpose:

• To be the face of Jersey NZ on farm and in the field.

• To support members and potential members of Jersey NZ.

• To represent and advocate for the work of Jersey NZ and hold to the highest standard the purpose and values of the organisation.

General Guidelines: Provide a two way communication between the Jersey NZ Board of Directors, Jersey NZ Membership and Jersey Clubs in their respective region

• Provide a presence representing Jersey NZ at regional industry events and Jersey Club events

• Provide a regional referral service for Jersey Marketing Services as becomes apparent

• Promote breed relevance within the industry while representing Jersey NZ

• Approach prospective new members in their respective regions

• Where the position is filled by a qualified TOP classifier; include the promotion and additional service of TOP & Classification

Clubs and members alike are encouraged to use this valuable resource to increase participation with Jersey NZ.

If you’re involved in Saturday sport, then there’s also the option of switching up your weekend milking times to suit your lifestyle. That’s the great thing about 10in-7 you can set it up to work for you and your team. Just keep in mind the goal of having as many of those windows between milkings as close to 16 hours (or less) as possible while making milking times consistent week upon week.

We are looking forward to using 10-in-7 again next season and are considering whether we tweak milking times and employ it earlier in the season. As with anything new there will be some trial and error.

In a climate where labour is scarce and farmers are competing for quality staff, not just amongst ourselves but also with other industries, anything that can make farming more attractive while maintaining productivity and profitability is an exciting prospect.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CHECK OUT:

• DairyNZ.co.nz for Flexible Milking Project updates, the Milking Time Planner tool and podcasts from pilot farms

• Ludf.org.nz/research/variable-milking-project to read about Lincoln University Dairy Farm’s experience with variable milking

Jersey NZ Regional Ambassadors 2022

Convenor: Northland:

Graeme Collins 027 426 1172 / 09 423 7058 waiteitei243@gmail.com

Team: Waikato: Des Hickey 027 450 9346 / 07 828 5902 2deshickey@gmail.com

Waikato: Don Shaw 021 069 1236 / 07 870 1482 donandlynne@xtra.co.nz

Taranaki: Tony Luckin 027 540 0130 / 06 752 4192 leithlea@xtra.co.nz

Lower North Island: Karen Fitzgerald 027 408 0098 / 06 329 3224 karenfitz@xtra.co.nz

Upper South Island: Brian Nesbit 027 225 9969 / 03 525 9969 chardonnay.nz@gmail.com

Upper South Island Ted Ford

027 444 2805 / 03 544 2805 westbourne@xtra.co.nz

Canterbury: Robert Hall 027 431 8610 / 03 348 8406 8raro8@gmail.com

JUNE 2022

Jersey NZ Annual Conference 2022

Palmerston North, 9 – 11 May 2022

May 2022 saw the Jersey NZ Annual Conference celebrate 120 years since the New Zealand Jersey Cattle Breeders Assn was formed in 1902. While not the giddy heights of the Centenary Conference, well on the way to the next major milestone of 125 years we still celebrated the Association’s achievements. There was a significant historical display available to view, and all tables held quotes from the 50th and 75th publications of the Association. All speakers were also asked to share quotes, with many of them weaving the quotes into the fabric of their presentations.

The venue of Palmerston North was chosen as it was here that the Association was originally founded by local members, and in the 1930s the first Jersey office was built. While not able to see inside the building, we still took the opportunity to drive by during the week.

Despite all the uncertainty of the past couple of years around Covid, and only a couple of weeks out of Covid Protection Framework red, almost 120 members, speakers, sponsors and staff joined us over the three days of the Conference.

While the Board met on the afternoon of Monday 9 May, registrations commenced in the afternoon as delegates arrived to the Distinction Coachman Hotel. Happy hour in the Hotel bar was followed by the Allflex Awards Dinner. Federated Farmers President Andrew Hoggard, newly returned from Europe, opened Conference for us without being too affected by jetlag.

Awards were presented to members for the production awards; show season awards; youth awards and special awards. The inaugural Jersey Hall of Fame awards were presented with much fanfare. All awards are listed elsewhere in this publication, with full details of the Special Award winners and Jersey Hall of Fame winners. Sadly, the Semex On Farm Challenge awards were missing following the cancellation of the 2021 competition, but we anticipate they will be back next year.

Once again Link Livestock sponsored a quiz to finish out the evening. There was lots of laughter, plenty of discussion (and possibly a little cheating) before the top and bottom teams won prizes.

On Thursday morning we welcomed two of our keynote speakers who both inspired our members

• Wayne Langford – YOLO Farmer and Meat the Need. Wayne is a famer from the Collingwood region who shared with us his battle with depression and the development of the YOLO (you only live once) Farmer Facebook page, now celebrating over 1400 days of posting something positive each day. Wayne is also a founder of the charity Meet the Need. His very personal story touched and inspired all of us.

• Sir Lockwood Smith – former MP and Speaker of the House; former High Commissioner to the UK; Trade & Agriculture Commission member and Belgian Blue beef farmer. Sir Lockwood spoke about many of the issues facing dairy at this time, and his work with dairy beef.

Delegates were then bused to the Coach House Museum in in Feilding for lunch, where the general consensus was that we just didn’t leave enough time for a really good look around. Then it was on to the Cartref herd of Christine and Paul Frecklington, visiting Christine’s pedigree herd after driving through the larger farm. Both Managers and Paul & Christine were on hand to answer questions about their high producing operation.

Returning to the Hotel, delegates enjoyed the AgriSea dinner. With no official entertainment organised this evening, it was a lovely evening to really reconnect with many old friends and make some new ones.

Friday morning saw presentations from both Jersey Advantage and Jerseyland Farms Ltd. This was a great opportunity for members to learn more about each organisation and to celebrate the success of these collaborative relationships. Our final keynote speaker was Alastair MacGibbon from the Fonterra Research Development Centre. Our original plan was to visit the Centre based at Massey University, but the University is currently locked down to these visits. So Alastair came to us with a very informative presentation centered around overseas markets and product innovations.

After lunch the Special General Meeting was held to consider Notices of Motion, and members also had the opportunity to ask questions of governance and management during General Business. This is still a valuable opportunity for members with the Annual General Meeting now taking place in September.

Back on to the coach we visited the Merrifields herd of Richard & Joy Gibson in their new home, for many members it was their first visit to the new farm.

The final event for the Conference was held at Orlando Country, just outside Palmerston North. Here delegates spent a couple of hours enjoying golf driving, knife throwing and archery. The driving was off the deck of the building out over the lake, and most had the balls going in the right direction. Knife throwing and archery were both taught with varied success, and we found out that being good at one didn’t necessarily mean any success with the other! This was another great time for just enjoying everyone’s company, with plenty of bravado and laughter (and luckily no stray knives or arrows!).

The 29th Jersey Pride Sale hosted by Link Livestock is always a much anticipated event, and this year was no different. This very successful hybrid bidr sale broke several records

• Highest ever average for any NZ sale for the Jersey breed of $10,454.

• Highest ever average for any line of incalf heifers at any Jersey sale in NZ of $12,738.

• Record priced all time incalf heifer price of $23,600.

The proceeds from the Jersey semen donated by LIC each

year covers their conference sponsorship, and this year raised just under $17,000 for Jersey NZ.

The LIC final dinner followed the sale, and hats in all shapes and sizes came out for hat night with prizes awarded for the best hats. Entertainment tonight was from Vicki Lee, a local entertainer who also specializes in Vera Lyn songs. Tonight was music from many eras, and by the end of the night she also had a backing vocals team (complete with their hats!).

The Organising Committee for the 2022 Annual Conference was Pam Goodin, Alison Gibb, Ross Riddell, Michele Capper along with locals Susan Ingram, Ash Hazlitt, Maurice Pedley and John Ellison. Jersey NZ extends the thanks of all delegates and members to this Committee, and to the Jersey NZ team of Pam Goodin, Michelle Calcott, Karen Maxwell and Sean Bresnahan for their contributions and work at Conference.

Conference would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors, we thank them heartily for both their sponsorship and attendance, and ask that members do also by using their product or services where possible.

Conference 2023 has yet to be finalized, this will be announced to members shortly.

National All Dairy Breeds Youth Camp

Annabel Jeyes

The 7th to 10th of January was the National All Dairy Breeds Youth Camp, I attended thanks to sponsorship from the Jersey Youth Council. The Youth camp was held at Westell Properties near Te Awamutu, Wendy and David Harker were great hosts and they were kind enough to let me stay at their house during the camp. The aim of the youth camp is to educate and encourage young people who are interested in dairy cows, especially the preparation of youngstock for shows, breeding, animal care and nutrition. I was excited to attend the camp as I wanted to improve my clipping and show preparation skills. I have Jersey calves and cows that I have reared and shown. I wanted to learn new techniques and increase my confidence.

We all showed up on friday afternoon and picked out our calves to prep and show for the weekend. I picked a Jersey calf from Ferdon Genetics, it was great that breeders helped the camp by lending calves for the weekend. We took some before photos with our animals and learnt about clipping equipment maintenance. We were lucky enough to have Corey Ferguson, Luke Gilbert and Brett Barclay volunteer to help out at the camp with clipping. They did a clipping demonstration and talked about lots of good clipping techniques. Their help was amazing and I learnt a lot from them. Friday night was spent doing team building activities and challenges. The activities were fun and required a lot of teamwork.

Saturday was when it really started we woke up early and washed our calves. We did three activities throughout the day: clipping, showmanship and nutrition. It was a very informative day and we increased our knowledge. We rounded up Saturday evening with a fun quiz night.

On the third day we started doing our calve’s bellies, toplines and blending. On Sunday as well as clipping we learnt about judging, TOP and selecting sires. That afternoon after we finished up the modules we went to a local goat farm, which was new and interesting to many.

The final day of the camp was filled with final preparations for the on-farm show. It was good to be able to get some practice in the ring.

I would like to finish off by thanking everybody that helped out. The hosts Wendy and David Harker. Amelia from HFNZ for organising and helping with everything. Brett, Luke and Corey for helping us improve our clipping and preparation skills. The helpers that made everything run smoothly and the sponsors that made this camp happen. It was a very enjoyable four days and it was great to attend.

I really enjoyed working with my calf in and out of the ring. I was pleased with how well me and my calf worked as a team.

BULL PROFILE:

Cluain Presely Mondale

AB Code: 318508

Breeder: Cluain Jerseys, I & J Emslie

Location: Norsewood, Manawatu - Whanganui

New to the Jersey team is Mondale who offers a very valuable pedigree (Presely x Walker) and three generations of well classified dams behind him, from the substantial Jersey herd of Iain and Jo Emslie in Norsewood. Combine this with his excellent CRV Health and Efficiency figures, short gestation

CRV Health 7%

-0.95 Somatic Cell Score

+2.3% Fertility

+0.77 Udder Overall

CRV Efficiency 10%

+49kg Fat & Protein

-65kg Liveweight

-7.6 days Gestation Length

CLUAIN PRESLEY MONDALE DAUGHTER

Link LivestockLTD Update

Link Livestock have been busy expanding our team with the new addition of Business Manager Lisa Treleaven, agents Tania White and Jason Duncan. We have had a great season with auctions and would like to thank all of our vendors and purchasers for your support to make these auctions a success.

I am a born & bred Waikato girl growing up in town in the Piako region, moving into the farming space as a young adult, where I spent 10 years in various aspects while raising a family. I now call the Waipa district home.

Recently joining the team at Link Livestock as Business Manager, I have been working in livestock administration for 11 years including 4 years at LIC followed by the move into support for livestock agents where I have been for the last 7 years. I enjoy the challenges that this position has provided me with a balance of both office & on farm scopes.

Outside of work I have three daughters to keep me busy & I enjoy getting out for a bit of amateur photography, along with getting into the gym for a bit of destressing.

Hi, my name is Tania White.

I am from the Morrinsville/ Te Aroha area, I am a mum of five nearly all grown children, with only two living at home now.

I have been in the dairy industry all my life and previous to

my current sharemilking position I 50/50 sharemilked in Te Awamutu.

I am currently 50/50 sharemilking, with my current location coming up 5 years. I have 170 Jersey and a few Crossbred high BW/PW cows that I put on OAD in December.

I have been second in Fonterra with SCC for the last 3 years, I am also an AB technician of 25 years with LIC and have also worked for 3 years as a field assist for LIC, working with farmers in all aspects of the business whether it be computer work on their herd to DNA or even just tagging.

I have recently joined Link Livestock and am very excited to start this position. I have an extreme passion for dairy cows, this is my hobby, the breeding and just loving my cows. I really enjoy working with farmers as being one myself I can totally relate to the lifestyle and everything that goes with it. I love my work and am very passionate about what I do, a job is not just a job to me.

Covering Ngarua, Kiwitahi & Walton, for all your livestock inquiries feel free to contact me.

My name is Jason Duncan.

I have been living in Putaruru for the last 14 years. My wife Angela and I live there with our three children.

I have a background in farming, having spent my whole life either living on a farm or working in the industry. I grew up in Gordonton and have spent 20 years progressing my way through farming from a farm worker to a 50/50 share milker. We finished our farming career in Putaruru after 50/50 share milking here. In 2012 my family made the difficult decision to leave farming and I have been a livestock sales representative since then.

In my spare time I play indoor bowls or golf and I am a member of the Putaruru Rangers, the local football team. I also enjoy casual twilight cricket and outdoor bowls during summer. I often relief milk for some of my local farming friends.

I have recently joined the Link Livestock team and am excited to start this new opportunity working with and getting to know farmers in the South Waikato area and greater Waikato.

Lisa Treleaven - Business Manager

Jason Duncan - covering South Island

Tania White, covering Ngarua Kiwitahi & Walton

Jersey genetic advantage & monitoring technology can address heat stress

– Amanda Kilby, VMD, MA, Allflex Technical Veterinarian

Heat stress reduces milk production and conception rates. This is because when cows are heat stressed, they graze, ruminate, and lie down less, in favor of standing, drinking, and seeking shade. They also have increased breathing rates and body temperatures, which disrupt normal biological processes.

Dairy cows are prone to heat stress due to their large body size, relatively low sweat gland density (compared to horses and humans, for example), and high metabolic heat production from rumen fermentation and lactation. Every cow has a different level of heat tolerance, but signs of heat stress can begin when the ambient temperature is as low as 18 degrees.

Selecting for heat-tolerant dairy cows would be beneficial, as average global temperatures continue to rise. Several factors contribute to a cow’s vulnerability to heat stress, including large body size, high feed intake/milk production and lower sweat production.

Compared with other European dairy breeds, Jerseys have a heat stress advantage. Their small body size means they have a higher skin surface area to body volume ratio, which helps dissipate heat. They generally produce lower volumes of milk, and their skin has a slightly higher density of sweat glands. In a grazing system, they also produce less heat as a byproduct of moving around than larger bodied animals.

The impact of these advantages has been published. A 2013 study (Smith et. al) observed that Jerseys tolerated mild and moderate heat stress without a corresponding drop in milk yield. Jerseys also did not demonstrate milk fat depression in the face of heat stress, while Holsteins did.

Alongside the long-term strategy of genetic selection for heat tolerance, monitoring cows for signs of heat stress and implementing mitigation strategies is a good day-to-day

solution to assure high standards of animal welfare. Some monitoring technologies, such as Allflex collars, can detect heavy breathing and report the proportion of animals that are heat stressed. This can be used to determine when to alter milking times, apply sprinklers on the yard, or shift cows to paddocks with shade.

Both short and long-term strategies are needed to address heat stress in dairy cows—genetic selection for heat tolerance and animal monitoring technology are two promising approaches.

References:

Banerjee (1964). Cutaneous evaporation as an index of heat tolerance in dairy cattle. PhD Dissertation. Louisiana State University.

Davison et al (2020). Detecting Heat Stress in Dairy Cattle Using Neck‐Mounted Activity Collars. Agriculture. 10: 210. doi:10.3390/agriculture10060210

Pinto et al (2020). Critical THI thresholds based on the physiological parameters of lactating dairy cows. Journal of Thermal Biology. 88: 102523.

Saizi et al. (2019). Heat tolerance level in dairy herds: a review on coping strategies to heat stress and ways of measuring heat tolerance. J Animal Behavioral Biometeorology. 7:39-51.

Smith et al. (2013). Short communication: comparison of the effects of heat stress on milk and component yields and somatic cell score in Holstein and Jersey cows. Journal of Dairy Science. May;96(5):3028-33. doi: 10.3168/jds.20125737

Jersey Advantage update

Mark Townshend

It is a great time to be a Jersey Farmer in NZ. The 8% milksolids advantage for Jerseys over HF is very significant at a $9-10/kg MS price. 25% of that advantage is eroded by lower meat returns and another 25% is lost with additional per cow costs at a higher stocking rate to have the same kgs LWT/ ha. This leaves a net +4% advantage for Jerseys. 4% does not sound a huge breed advantage margin, but once cost of production and bank interest is paid, 4% margin translates into roughly +15-20% profit margin.

Increasingly, cow fertility is a greater concern amongst NZ farmers. Since the abolition of inductions in NZ, and increasing feeding levels in NZ, national non pregnancy rate is now 15-16% in spring calving herds. All evidence, from multi sources, demonstrates Jerseys have a 4-5% pregnancy rate advantage over HF. Ease of calving, less mastitis, fewer collapsed udders all add to the Jersey Advantage, and the only real negative with Jerseys is that they take more looking after in the first 3-6 months of life.

The Manuka operation in Chile across 59 large scale herds, has a consistent ownership and farm management system across all farms. The herd breed mix is heading towards a weighted average J12F4 animal, with a few high merit J16 herds for breeding service bulls. Currently the breed mix across 59 herds ranges from F10J6 through to J16. The pastoral system is identical to NZ and Manuka has been using NZ genetics for 15 years. There was some suggestion that maybe the J12F4 mix should head back towards J8F8. The observation of herd performance by MS% across all of the herds for lameness, pregnancy rates, and most importantly cash margin was so strong in favour of the Jersey and JX animals that it became a very short discussion. The correlation between high MS% and lameness, fertility and profitability was very high.

Jersey Advantage Acknowledgements

1. Michelle Good retired as JA General Manager at the end of 2021. Michelle did a great job; and we were sorry to lose her from the role. But we will still have her to help with promotional work.

2. Louise Berry has capably looked after the administration role of JA while we have been seeking a replacement for Michelle.

3. Six parties; the Bailey, Bocock, Colebrook, Dobson and Gibson families, and Southland real estate firm Country and Co each generously donated $50,000 to the Jerseyland Farm Project. In addition, the five families all took a 10% share in Jerseyland Farms Project.

4. Other families including the Atkins, Cutforth and Ingram families have donated or advanced material funds to JA. And of note, old Argentinian friend of NZ Jerseydom, Jock Campbell donated NZ$50,000 to the JA Jerseyland farms cause.

5. The goodwill and cooperation of JerseyNZ with regard to Jerseyland Farms allowed this project to eventuate. Jerseyland Farms, and a future business plan has the ability to change the future income streams for both JA and JNZ.

6. Thanks to the Jerseyland Farms Board and shareholders for sanctioning distributions from year one of the farm project.

JA received $50,000 as its share of distributions. With JA’s charitable trust status, all of this sum can go to running JA activities for the betterment and advancement of Jerseys.

7. And a thank you in advance for any other Jersey people who wish to support the JA financial cause. This could be by way of donations, or next time updating your Family Wills, Jersey Advantage may be a very worthwhile cause to support for those who have devoted a good part of their life to farming and promoting Jerseys.

Jersey Advantage Responsibilities

- Milk Payments.

The issues on the table here are Fonterra volume charge and component pricing. Currently Synlait and Tatua have volume charges at 4c/L and above reflecting the full cost of handling volume up to the point of milk standardisation. This covers both operational and capex volume related costs. Fonterra in its wisdom, is only reflecting the cost of running vats and tankers and has no allowance for replacing them. This is neither right nor equitable. The other matters which will come up for another round of discussion will be component pricing regarding Lactose (Jerseys produce less volume attached lactose), casein protein value vs whey protein (Jerseys have higher Casein: Whey protein ratios hence the Jersey advantage in cheese production) and the Fat value in Food Service. Food Service is predominantly fat based products and are some of the most profitable parts of the Fonterra profits beyond the Milk Price Model, and escape the VCR component net applied to the milk price. Jersey Advantage has had some good support from Zach Ward in these matters. Zach is very knowledgeable in this field. He farms Jersey cross type herds and from the archives, Zach’s grandfather, Norman Ward, won the Champion cow at the Waikato show in the late 1960s when higher profile studs usually dominated the show ring

- BW and PW matters:

This is an area that James Courtman leads and he sits of the NZAEL Farmer Advisory Panel. The key areas of focus here will be the upcoming LWT economic value review. The LWT EV is a blend of cow maintenance, cow replacements, cow salvage value and calf values. One of the discussion points to be tabled is whether the LWT EV is split into two being maintenance and replacement costs (a negative value) and meat values from culls and calves (a positive value). Future discussion points within BW will likely consider methane and nitrate emissions. It is not unreasonable to think that Jerseys should do well with something like a 12% carbon footprint advantage over HF on a MS basis (8% on milksolids yield + 2% on lower required replacement rate + 2% on milk collection and drying of higher concentration milk)

- Environmental matters:

Michelle Good and Roger Ellison, on behalf of JNZ working with JA, have spent plenty of time in this area. It is an on-going matter which is evolving over time. Because of Jersey carbon and nitrate efficiency, this is not an area of concern unless there was some limitation placed on stocking rate per cow rather than stocking rate of Kgs LWT/ha. Anyone with knowledge of the matter will concede stocking rate in Kgs LWT/ha is the appropriate measure. But it is essential JA has a seat at the discussion table to ensure that any stocking rate considerations are factually accurate (LWT/ha) rather than headline numbers (cows/ha). Roger has good knowledge on these matters.

- Bobby calf issue:

We all know the issue and pressure to reduce bobby calves. The headline points on bobby calves are the headwinds for some farmers in terms of increasing Jersey semen use. The irony here is that the cost of the bobby conundrum has to date fallen with HF farmers. The talk of reducing bobbies has flooded the market with beef calves. Good HF bull calves or whiteface calves have through oversupply dropped in price by approximately $100 per head. All this has achieved is that $100 per calf has gone from the pocket of a dairy farmer to a beef farmer. Ben Watson leads the charge for JA on this matter. For those less informed on the bobby matter, the reality is that if NZ has a finite amount of stockfeed, and NZ has a carbon reduction target, if the 2 million bobby calves were reared and taken through to 18-24 months of age, then the NZ Dairy Industry would need to shrink to 65-70% of its current size. Completely

unrealistic and simply swapping $9/kg MS product for $3/kg LWT meat product with the same feed conversion efficiency. Nonetheless, Jerseydom needs to take the reduction of bobby calves seriously. There are options to decrease the total number of bobby calves. This will be an ongoing matter where common sense pragmatism needs to be applied rather than headline unrealistic outcomes.

Mark Townshend (on behalf of the Trustees of JA, John Bailey, Rodney Dobson, Glenys Ellison (JNZ), Richard Gibson and Evan Smeath (JNZ)

Support Jersey Advantage

Jersey Advantage is a not-for-profit organisation, founded and funded by farmers to promote the economic, environmental and animal welfare benefits of the Jersey breed.

To support us through the donation of a cull cow or cash donation please email louise@ jerseyadvantage.co.nz or click the Contact Us link on our website – jerseyadvantage.co.nz

Work Detail

- 2 days’ work per week

- Report up to the Jersey Advantage Trust Board

- Coordinate the work streams of the JA Committee leaders

- Develop skillsets of the working committees

- Work with Industry leaders with Committees

- Appropriately remunerated for level of interaction

Enquiries to louise@jerseyadvantage.co.nz

Glenui Integrity Lace ET VG7 BW 467 PW 656 570kgms in 241 days

Glenui Bowies Honeydew EX5 BW 343 PW 607

Glenui Goldie Lacey ET VG4 BW 459 PW 528 562kgms in 246 days

Glenui Super Lamar

BW 498 gBW 495

Glenui Super Larkin ET

BW 505 gBW 463 Marketed by LIC

Glenui Integrity Shanty EX2 BW 387 PW 691 464kgms in 232 days

Glenui BC Laredo ET S3J

BW 483 gBW 421 Marketed by LIC

Glenui SS Liam ET S3J

BW 448 gBW (CRV) 393 Marketed by CRV

Glenui Super Laird ET

BW 428 gBW (CRV) 391 Marketed by CRV

Glenui Pepper Shaker

BW 429 gBW 386 Marketed by LIC

Glenui Degree Hoss ET BW 438 gBW 413 Marketed by LIC

Jersey Sales - Autumn 2022

Jerseys have experienced some unprecedented sales results during Autumn 2022, with a number of both breed and all breeds records.

• All Breeds cow record of $55,000 at the Posterity Dispersal Sale

• Breed in-calf heifer record of $23,600 at the Jersey Pride sale

• Two more in-calf heifers breaking into the top 10 – one at Posterity and another at Jersey Pride

• Jersey Pride 2022 with a record overall price average and record in-calf heifer average for all Jersey Pride sales

• Record breed annual sale average at Allandale Annual Sale

Te Awhata Jerseys Dispersal Sale, 1st April 2022

119 cows averages $2580; 9 Jersey empty in milk cows ave $1556; 23 in-calf heifers av. $2200; 32 rising yearling heifers av. $1363.

Top price cow was Lot 11 Te Awhata Van Nicky, Exc (s. Pannoo Abe Vanahlem – Aus) sold for $7,700 to purchasers Tony & Lois McAllister, Ngahinapouri. Two other cows made over $7000 and both were also purchased by the McAllisters. The top price rising yearling was Lot 267 Te Awhata KK Victoria (s. Kuku Vanahlem Emperor, a maternal sister to the top price cow. Victoria was purchased for $5,100 by the Jeyes Family, Te Kuiti.

Cawdor Farms 2nd Annual Reduction Sale, 6 April 2022

Fraser & Christine McBeth, Nelson – 100% online 89 lots averaged $1,780; 33 in-calf cows av. $2,209; 24 in-calf heifer av. $2,173; 32 rising 1 yrs av. $1,045.

Top price cow was Lot 1 Cawdor OK Donatta S1J (s. Okura ILM Kaino ET) selling for $3,200; top price in-calf heifer Lot 49 Cawdor HS Whistle (s. Glenui Degree Hoss ET) sold for $3,950 to Karen Milligan; and top price R1 Lot 76 Cawdor Casadi sold for $1,850.

Kohitiata Annual Sale, 11th April 2022

Norm Atkins, Dannevirke – Hybrid on-farm auction 51 lots averaged $1,797; 49 in-calf heifers av. $1,810, 2 cows av. $1,475

Top price in-calf heifer was Lot 20 Kohiti Sunny P (s. Kohiti Sundowner P) sold for $3,400.

Posterity Dispersal Sale, 20th-22nd April 2022

Dick & Faye Post, Hamilton – 100% online over 3 days 348 lots average $3,219; 265 cows av. $3,179; 83 in-calf heifers av. $3347.

In a record all breeds price for New Zealand, the top price cow was Lot 139 Posterity Man Susie (s. Tironui Superman ET) sold for $55,000 to Riverbank Dairies Ltd. Top price in-calf heifer was Lot 317 an unregistered J16 heifer (s. Scottsdale BT Coolchange), sold for $23,400 to Glanton Holdings Ltd.

Other highlights:

• Lot 127 Glenui Strider Angie, 5 yrs (s. Stratford WTH Strider S2J) sold for $11,050 to Goreland Partnership.

• Lot 136 Posterity Stride Susie ET S3J, 5 yrs (s. Stratford WTH Strider S2J) sold for $23,100 to Riverbank Dairies Ltd.

• Lot 171 Posterity Lars Posh, 2 yrs (S. Crescent Excell Misty ET) sold for $13,200 to Roger & Glenys Ellison.

• Lot 178 Glenui Bastion Lynne, 2 yrs (s. Glanton LT Bastion ET) sold for $11,500 to Goreland Partnership.

Denson

Dale Jerseys Elite Dispersal Sale, 26th April 2022

Lloyd & Anne Wilson, Matamata – Hybrid on-farm auction

248 lots averaged $3,933; 167 cows av. $4,539; 41 incalf heifers av. $3,414; 40 rising 1 yrs av. $1,885. Top price cow was Lot 69 Denson Dale Van Vede ET, VG, 2 yrs (s. Pannoo Abe Vanahlem – AUS) sold for $21,000 to Leithlea Jerseys. Top price in-calf heifer was Lot 197 Denson Dale David Coral (s. Sunset Canyon David - USA) sold for $9,000 to Tony & Lois McAllister. Top price rising yearling heifer was Lot 226 Denson Dale David Corals (s. Sunset Canyon David - USA) and daughter of the top priced in-calf heifer also sold for $4,000 to Tony & Lois McAllister.

Other Highlights:

• Lot 6 Denson Dale Vulcn Coral, EX4, 6 yrs (s. Denson Dale Vulcan) $15,000 to Ludlow Hills Ltd

• Lot 9 Denson Dale Lin Coral, VG87, 3 yrs (s. Broadlin Aussiegold P) $11,000

• Lot 13 Denson Dale Valen Coral, EX2, 4 yrs (s. All-Lyns Louie Valentino ET – USA) $12,000 to Jamie Taylor & Donna Manley

• Lot 14 Denson Dale Van Coral, Ex2, 5 yrs (s. Pannoo Abe Vanahlem – AUS) $14,000 to Leithlea Jerseys

• Lot 58 Denson Dale Vulcan Kava, VG89, 4 yrs (s. Denson Dale Vulcan) $11,000 to The Macdonald Family Trust

• Lot 72 Denson Dale Van Vida, Exc, 5 yrs (s. Pannoo Abe Vanahlem – AUS) $11,000 to Tony & Lois McAllister

• Lot 127 Denson Dale TBone Pearl, EX4, 8 yrs (s. Richies Jace Tbone – USA) $11,000 to Tony & Lois McAllister

• Lot 128 Denson Dale Valen Pearl, VG89, 4 yrs (s. AllLyns Louie Valentino ET – USA) $10,000 to Cherryland Jerseys Ltd

• Lot 132 Denson Dale Lemon Isa, GP84, 2 yrs (s. Steinhauers Samson Lemonhead – USA) $11,000 to N J Moffitt Trust

• Lot 134 Denson Dale Valen Brownie, Exc, 4 yrs (s. AllLyns Louie Valentino ET – USA) $20,000 to Tony & Lois McAllister

• Lot 145 Denson Dale Van Meg, Exc, 5 yrs (s. Pannoo Abe Vanahlem – AUS) $13,500 to T H Davies Farming Ltd

Kauri Gold Annual Sale, 28th April 2022

Northland multi-vendor – 100% online

32 lots averaged $3,272; 7 cows av. $3,386; 25 in-calf heifers av. $3,240

Top price cow was Lot 2 Lochnoor Con Daybreaker, 3 yrs (s. Bells CM Conrad S2J) purchased from vendor Lochnoor Farms Ltd for $6,000 by Toby & Rebecca Sneddon. Top price in -calf heifer was Lot 27 Pukenui Dexters Tracey S3J (s. Riverview AND Dexter S2J) purchased from vendor Brian McClean for $6,100 by Totara Dale Farm Ltd.

Jersey Pride Sale, 11th May 2022

Jersey NZ Annual Conference, Palmerston North – Hybrid on-farm auction

13 lots averaged $10,454; 8 in-calf heifers av. $12,738; 4 rising yearlings av. $6,300; 1 cow av. $8,800.

In a new New Zealand breed record, the top price in-calf heifer was Lot 1 Glanton Punch Bria ET (s. Kaimatarau Terrific Punch) was sold on behalf of vendors Glanton Holdings Ltd for $23,600. Top price rising yearling heifer was Lot 10 Ruanui Carrick Dixie (s. Puketawa King Carrick JG) sold by vendors Rob & Stephanie Trainor for $9,200 to Baldrick Farms Ltd.

Other highlights:

• Lot 2 Lynbrook Hoss Treat (s. Glenui Degree Hoss ET) purchased from vendor Lynbrook Farm Ltd for $16,800 to T H Davies Farming Ltd.

• Lot 3 Riverina pick of 3 ET sisters Riverina Hoss Cherise ET(s. Glenui Degree Hoss ET) sold on behalf of vendor Riverina Jerseys Ltd for $13,000 to Rocklea Farms Ltd.

• Lot 6 Kaimatarau Misty Gretal (s. Crescent Excell Misty ET) sold by vendors Carnavon Farms Ltd for $12,600 to Wairakau Farm Trust.

• Lot 7 Glanton Trojan Bailey (s. Camp BC Trojan S3J) sold by vendor Russell Thomson fpr $11,700 to D J & F J Lynch Ltd.

• Straws of 317001 Glanton SS Bastille S3J selling for up to $300 per straw

Allandale,Kuku & Ypres Sale, 12th May 2022

Peter & Kathy Horn and family, Feilding – Hybrid on-farm auction

33 in-calf heifers averaged $3,848, a sale record.

Top price went to Lot 36 Kuku Casino Hazel (s. Elliotts Regency Casino ET – USA) sold for $7,200 to Michael Gilbert.

Lindsay Park Jersey Sale, 26th May 2022

Clive & Donna Perrott, Hamilton – 100% online

32 lots averaged $2,544.

Top price was Lot 15 Ashvale Speedy Jaffa (s. Kelland KC Speedway) sold for $5,400 to Black & White (2020) Ltd.

Jersey Power Annual Sale, 8th June 2022

Just Jerseys Ltd , Nigel & Julz Riddell, Otorohanga - 100% Online

44 lots averaged $1911; 41 in calf heifers av. $1890; 3 rising 1 yr av. $2200.

Top price for the in-calf heifers was Lot 3, pick of two full ET sisters. Top price rising 1yr heifer was Lot 42 Thornlea 21-22 ET (s. CDF Irwin Steve – USA) purchased for $3700 by Black & White (2001) Ltd.

Jersey NZ Acknowledges breed sales record material provided by Cliff Shearer with thanks.

Semex On Farm Challenge

Look out for entries opening soon for the great Semex On Farm Challenge.

This prestigious competition goes from strength the strength. Judging will take place in December 2022. Entries by form or online at www.jersey.org.nz

Entries close 28 October 2022.

Get more heifer replacements from your best cows with LIC’s Long Last Liquid fresh sexed semen. As a world-leading provider, our fresh sexed semen has been proven to deliver nonreturn rates better than frozen semen.

To get more heifers from your best cows and reduce calf wastage from your herd, contact your Agri Manager today, or visit lic.co.nz.

Large framed outcrossed polled Jersey sires with superior udders from Samen NZ are in hot demand amongst Jersey breeders across New Zealand. Both bred right here in New Zealand, Ambition Pp and Future Direction Pp are set to have a major inpact on the New Zealand Jersey herd.

BULL PROFILE:

Ambition Pp AB Code: 318729

Ambition Pp was bred by Steve Ireland in Temuka, Canterbury. Sired by Dutch Hollow Oliver Pp, Ambition Pp’s Dam Lynbrook TFC Amtion S3J is as close to a perfect cow you will see achieving EX9-9.

With an udder BV of 0.87 Ambition Pp is two standard deviations higher than average promoting better udders in almost any Jersey herd here in New Zealand.

Ambition Pp’s larger frame and outcross to the New Zealand Jersey herd promotes larger framed Jerseys with increased Jersey beef capability.

+ High Type

+ Large Framed

+ Outcross

+ Polled

+ A2A2

Ambition Pp is an influential sire that will promote a larger framed, efficient high type Jersey herd with great udders.

BULL PROFILE:

Future Direction Pp

AB Code: 317729

Future Direction Pp is a large framed New Zealand proven polled brother of renowned RAS List sire Global Bounce Reward and has been used as a sire of sons.

With an udder BV of 0.69 Future Direction Pp is one and a half standard deviations higher than average again promoting better udders in almost any Jersey herd here in New Zealand.

Future Direction Pp’s larger frame and outcross to the New Zealand Jersey herd promotes larger framed Jerseys with increased Jersey beef capability.

+ Large Framed

+ Polled

+ High Type

+ Outcross

+ A2A2

Both Ambition Pp and Future Direction Pp are leading New Zealand polled Jersey sires available from Samen NZ.

Contact your local representative today. www.samen.co.nz | 0800 220 232

Daughter of Ambition Pp, Ngatimaru Farming Company Ltd, Ashburton

Daughter of Future Direction Pp, HHF Partnership, Waimate

Thanks to Tim & Gayle Sneddon & the Jersey NZ Board for our two awards ‘The Distinguished Member Award’ and ‘The George Henry Dawick Memorial Cup’, at the recent JNZ AGM. Our Polled Journey began with my grandparents & their foundation Polled Jersey cow “Poley” born 1926. Below are mentors that have helped & inspired our Polled journey. “If Poley wasn’t any good I would never have worked with her, but she was & became my best cow’. HJ (Jack) Cameron.

“Use Polled or loose Polled” my father Shaun Cameron. “I never put an index ahead of a Polled head” Stanley Chittenden, Fair Weather Farm USA. “Breed Polled to Polled if you want Polled” Dr John Reber Doc’s Herd Polled Jerseys USA. “The art of breeding is selection” Ken McCabe. “Breeding the horns away is an easier route.” Dave Burket, Burket Falls Holsteins USA. “Successful breeding of cows is understanding the relationship of parts” Jan Schilder, aAa Weeks Analysis Netherlands. “Cow families matter & use a bull for his mother” Lloyd Wilson, Densondale Jerseys.

Bruce and Samantha Cameron pictured with Julie Pirie

Jersey

Poley & her son Ardachie First, the herd’s foundation Polled cattle.

AGENTS

Ross Riddell (Link Livestock LTD) 027 211 1112

Richard, Christine & Family

200 Luck at Last Road, Karapiro, Cambridge Sale held under cover, lunch provided and free coffee on site.

10 x R2 Elite Jersey Bulls BW’s: 298 - 377

60 x R1 Elite Jersey Bulls BW’s: 193 - 399

(All G3 profiled, A2A2 tested. To be sold by Link Livestock Ltd) 6

140 x R1 Jersey Bulls

(All fully recorded, G3 profiled. To be sold by NZ Farmers Livestock Ltd. Bull plan finance available)

Outcross Bulls Available Outcross Bulls available with sires from Hazard, Gieslv. Also ex contracts from CRV, Jersey Genome and LIC.

Ollie Carruthers (NZ Farmers Livestock) 027 451 5312

at the

NZ 2022 Conference recieving the GH Dawick Cup.

Waikato jersey cow reels in record-breaking moola

Te Aorewa Rolleston, Stuff NZ

One of Waikato farmer Dick Post’s caramel jersey cows has turned out to be more of a golden calf.

The Tauwhare breeder lives for agriculture and more than anything else, dairy farming. But the retiring breeder along with his wife Faye never anticipated that one of their jersey cows would be a record breaker.

Last week the pair put their herd of 265 cows and 85 in-calf heifers or female calves in a dispersal sale held via an online platform.

And, with a stroke of luck, the caramel jersey hit the jackpot, with an Otago-based farmer claiming it for $55,000 - record for a single cow for the last 50 years.

“It was surreal, the mother went first, and she did very well and then the daughter came, and all hell broke loose,” said Post, remembering how they sat on the edge of their seats watching the price creep up.

“She’s exceptional, she’s a once in a lifetime cow.”

But it didn’t stop there.

The mother, or dam, and half-sister of the successful jersey were also bought by the same Otago farmer with the former grossing $23,100 and the latter $23,400.

Post was born and bred on his Tauwhare farm and loves the liberation of being out in the paddocks.

He has been managing this herd since 1978, and it was proving to be one of the most productive herds in the country.

The cows produce an average of more than 400 kilograms annually of milk solids and more than 1900 kilograms of milk solids per hectare.

Their breed of jersey was also valued for its solid build, functioning udders and prolific fertility.

It was all about the “TLC” or tender, love and care said Post cheekily, that was the key to rearing thriving dairy cows.

“It’s very high in protein...she generates not only just milk but also high milk solids which is fat plus protein,” he said.

“You have to rear your young stock. If we leave them in a bare paddock, they’re not going to grow like that, the first two years when we rear them, that’s the meat in the sandwich.

“You shift them every day, when there’s a drought we need to supply more feed, you don’t let them suffer because you won’t get a cow like that.”

He felt their accomplishment was a testament to the value of the agricultural industry and farmers more importantly.

“It’s just a great story for agriculture and for the dairy industry,” said Post.

“It’s a lifetime investment...and the story hasn’t finished yet.”

Article sourced from: https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/farming/300583989/ waikato-jersey-cow-reels-in-recordbreakingmoola#:~:text=Waikato%20farmer%2C%20Dick%20 Post%20and,more%20of%20a%20golden%20calf.

Post was born and bread on his Tauwhare farm and cherishes being out in the paddocks with his herd.

BULL PROFILE:

GLOBAL BOUNTY REWARD 318658

We are very proud to offer Global Bounty Reward semen to the market on the following credentials

- BW 455 – Reliability 81%

- Proof based off 114 HT dtrs in 15 Herds

- Sired by the under-rated and under-utilised sire Cr Kenya

Bounty BW 360 / UO BV +.71

- A2A2

- Somewhat outcross genetics

- Strong Production Traits – Fat +39 and Protein +20

- Good Fertility BV at +5.7

- Very Good SCC BV at -.36

- Strong in Conformation at +.57 UO and +.43 DC

We believe Reward is an excellent all-round bull, and his UO and DC BVs will increase with more inspected daughters.

Areas to protect would be high tail setting and progeny will be of medium size.

Semen Pricing:

- 20-100 straws $20

- 101-999 straws $15

- >1000 straws $10

- Perfectly acceptable for one party to buy a parcel and split with friends or associates provided it is one dispatch and invoice for Crescent

Also available for sale at $10 per straw (minimum parcel of 20 straws)

- Crescent Master Leyton 318772. BW 377/66% reliabilityExtreme high Fert BV at +12.6

- Crescent OI Extreme 318800. BW 392 / 88% reliability

Crescent Young Sire Semen Packs:

- ($5 for >300 straws, $7 for 100-299 straws)

- Including sons of Global Bounty Reward (3), Cr Leo Dominator (3), Crescent OI Extreme, Braedene Max Total

For Semen Orders: Email office@townshend.co.nz or Phone 07 867 7279

IP SEMEN SALE CONDITIONS:

Crescent holds the IP rights on male progeny of semen sold. A waiver will be provided on any male progeny entering the Matriarch Sire Program. Crescent will be agreeable to a bull for bull swap with any AB company i.e., should a bull breeder wish to offer a bull calf resulting from a Crescent semen sale to LIC or CRV, the sale can proceed on the basis of the purchasing company providing a waiver on a bull calf sired by an LIC or CRV sire.

Established 1953

Townshend family first registered Jersey in 1916

James Wallace has left Crescent after 5 seasons to pursue herd-owning sharemilking in his own right. We thank him and wish both James and Ruby well in their progression in the dairy industry.

Crescent Genetics Success

• Crescent Excell Misty and Excell Monopoly have had a high profile in recent years. Now that they both have thousands of tested daughters it is good to hear plenty of positive reports. The perfect bull is still to be bred, but these two bulls have contributed their part and their BWs held up well.

• Fertility is increasingly a more significant issue. NZ’s national non pregnancy rate is 15% (12% for Jerseys). Crescent has five of the Top 15 Fertility Jersey bulls on the Guess list for bulls with BW >300, including the top two bulls Crescent Master Leyton (+12.6 Fert BV) and Crescent Pioneer Mannix (+12.0 Fert BV) – Mannix is maternal brother to Misty

• In the post Manhatten/Maunga era, undoubtedly the most influential Jersey bull we used was Crescent Kenya Bounty. In the 800 NZAEL enrolled Jersey bulls with 05 to 09 AB codes, Bounty is the highest and sits at BW 360, followed by high profile bulls including Degree, Manzello, Terrific, Genius and Goldie. Bounty had the added asset of UO BV +.71. Unfortunately, through the genetically impairing impacts of AB company IP clauses, Bounty did not get the opportunity to sire sons into leading AB companies. However, he has produced a couple sons proven by Crescent who can carry Bounty’s flag, namely Global Bounty Reward (BW 455) and Pukeroa Bountys Belgrade (BW 403)

• We are acutely aware of the conception rate disappointment for Crescent Leo Dominator along with a lot of other bulls processed at ABS in 2022. We have some of our best cows incalf to Dominator via natural mating and still some semen from earlier years. We believe Dominator is a very good bull and hope that his semen production currently at Xcell in Canterbury will solve the conception rate issues. Crescent will be marketing three young Dominator sons this spring with a further two in the Matriarch team.

KEY CRESCENT PREGNANCIES: Cow BW PW Incalf to

Bern Katie 426 665 Coyote

Bern Katie 426 665 Nucleus

Bentley Doll 425 429 Dominator

Bentley Doll 425 429 Trident

Hoss Bashful 421 596 Lamar

Bounty Tessa 402 549 Dominator

Terrific Lelani 401 611 Dominator Con Nicety

522 Coyote

Skippy Mel 395 578 Dominator Bern Brylee 377 517 Trident

Bounty Dilly 391 526 Coyote Lex Tara 398 536 Marcus

YEARLING BULLS FOR SALE AT THE THAMES VALLEY ANNUAL BULL SALE IN SEPTEMBER 2022 OR FOR PRIVATE SALE

Sons of Crescent bulls: Dominator, Extreme, Marcus, Vindicate, Braxton and Monopoly Also, sons of Trigger, Hoss, Carrick, Favour and Gallant

Enquiries:

Jerseyland Farms Update

by Julie Pirie

He who builds a farming enterprise on the Jersey breed builds wisely.

- THE JERSEY Symbol of New Zealand Dairy Economy 1940

I used this quote in my presentation to the Jersey Conference – it was a long time coming, and the initial discussion around JerseyNZ owning a farm had commenced well before my time in JerseyNZ, but thanks to a huge commitment from Mark Townshend, a group of supportive investors and good due diligence from JerseyNZ and JerseyAdvantage – Jerseyland Farms became a reality.

Looking back on the timeline gives some perspective of the project, and the ability to make things happen when there is a common goal, and a shared vision.

2021

18 March

Meeting between Jersey Advantage and JerseyNZ to discuss farm purchase proposal

Due Diligence and Finance Committee set up - Dairy Direct to report on farm

31 March

Advised of a counter-offer made on farm

26 April Farm back on market

Announced intention to purchase farm at JerseyNZ Conference New Plymouth

30 April

Sale and Purchase agreement signed (with conditions)

5 May

Had $1.5 million pledged from private investors, $300,000 from JNZ and JA

12 May

Name for the joint venture decided.

14 May

Settlement delayed until June 15 – legal work required to set up Limited Partnership, arrange finance.

21 June

Deal completed

The governance group met, and put in place a management structure for the year ahead. The governance group comprises of Rodney Dobson, Ray Colebrook, Mark Townshend and myself.

Contract Milker Chris and Phillipa retained were as part of the purchase deal. This gave advantages due to their knowledge of the farm, and they are very good practical and tidy farmers. Whilst Rodney Dobson is from Southland, the board needed a hands-off approach, so employed Dairy Direct to supervise the farm. This involves regular visits – with Dairy Direct basically acting like the farm owners, providing guidance to the Contract Milkers, and reporting on progress to the board. Vicki Goodeve had this role from June to March, with Pete Atkin taking over from Vicki. Pete joins us following a few years in a similar role in America, and having farmed in the Waikato prior to that.

The administration is looked after by JerseyNZ – with accounts processed within Xero, and budgeting through Figured. The accountant firm engaged is CooperAitken

On-farm situation

At the time of writing in early June, the cows are dry, and all but 30 grazed off farm.

Production ended up at 234,194 kgMS, which was 1.6 % behind last year, but ahead of the budget of 225,000 kgMS.

The farm cover is 1900 kgDM/ha, which was the target. Grazing off requires careful consideration of calving dates and feed. 300 cows are at Balfour and The Keys, 150 cows are walked down the road – these are the earlier calvers. 146 in-calf heifers are grazing at Waimate, having been purchased from Whangarei, Ngatea and Dunedin.

The yearlings are grazing at Tokanui.

A thorough consents process for effluent and water was undertaken by a consultant. This has been accepted by Southland Regional Council.

Finance

Jerseyland Farms has a bank loan from BNZ. It has 5 private investors – Baileys, Bococks, Colebrooks, Dobsons and Gibsons. JerseyNZ and JerseyAdvantage made equal contributions.

Financial Results

The financial results have been incredible – an investment is all about timing. There were a few issues with take over costs being higher than anticipated, but overall the running costs were well controlled, with production exceeding expectations and the milk payout reaching record levels. This has meant that there have been two dividend payment to all parties totalling $200,000. Once the accounts for the year are paid, the board will decide to reduce debt and perhaps purchase Fonterra Shares. The farm is on a 6 year contract, and currently has 1000 Fonterra shares.

The governance board is made up of a JerseyNZ member, a JerseyAdvantage member and two of the private investors.

Outlook for the new season

There are new contract milkers in place – Dyllan and Rachel Geerlings. They come with plenty of enthusiasm and are looking forward to improving the farm and working with the Jerseyland Farms Team.

Reporting will be improved through the use of Trev –this will help better inform investors and members of both JerseyNZ and Jersey Advantage.

The herd is getting golden as fast as we can – the board decided to breed into Jerseys, rather than sell more of the existing herd. The addition of 146 Jersey two year olds will help this, and a number of Friesian and crossbred calves were sold and replaced with Jerseys. The herd is in-calf to Jersey sires.

The success so far gives the board confidence that given the right circumstances further investment in dairy farming can be made.

The goal is for Jerseyland Farms to produce 500,000 kgMS. The company has moved from 40 to 50 % equity in just one year. When equity approaches 60% we will need to be ready to make the next move – this could happen as quickly as this one did.

This could not have happened without the support of those mentioned, but also the support of JerseyNZ members. I feel very privileged to have been given the responsibility to Chair this venture. It has been an incredible process, and one that all members of JerseyNZ can be justifiably proud of. Jerseyland Farms are looking forward to being able to welcome members to the farm in the future – possibly at next years conference.

-Jerseyland Farms Investors

The following members have supported the Jersey NZ investment in Jerseyland Farms through a donation and/or the provision of an interest free loan to Jersey NZ.

Pirie Farms Ltd

Fyvie Meadows Ltd

Lower Waikato Jersey Club

R & G Ellison

Lynbrook Farm Ltd

Goreland Partnership

Te Awamutu Jersey Club

R & E Riddell

E & S Smeath

R H & J Potts

P & S Ingram

Ede Investments Ltd

Nelson & Golden Bay Jersey Club

SHELBY INTEG LABYRINTH ET

TIRONUI SUPERMAN ET

SHELBY BC LOTTO ET S3J

GLENUI SUPER LARKIN ET

GLENUI SUPER LAMAR

GLANTON DESI BANFF

GLENUI BC LAREDO ET S3J

LITTLE RIVER OI SAMURAI

LITTLE RIVER TRIDENT S3J

OKURA PEPPER LUCCA

GLOBAL BOUNTY REWARD ET

CRESCENT LEO DOMINATOR

GLENUI SS LIAM ET S3J

CRESCENT I FIRELIGHTER ET

GLENUI DEGREE HOSS ET

MAXWELL GOLDIE MATAI S2J

GLENUI PEPPER SHAKER GLENUI

BELLS BERN FLYNN S3J

ELLISON PS TUNGSTEN JC14

CLUAIN PRESELY MONDALE

LOCKHART OI JOEL JC15

TIRONUI

The inaugural Jersey NZ Hall of Fame was presented at the Annual Conference in May 2022. Six finalists were promoted on social media in the lead up to Conference, with two awards being presented.

Finalists – nominated by

• Cardrona Fjord Bethany – Peter Allison

• Cardrona Pepsi S2J - Bruce Cameron

• Crescent RG Madam – Mark Townshend

• Glanton Mans Blanche – Rob Thwaites

“Iris” wears the matriarch crown at Okura, and has contributed a significant building block in the NZ Dairy Industry that we know today.

Born in 1994, Iris’ 3GP is stacked with quality genetics with Dante featuring three times in her pedigree and Admiral her famous sire. Her family lines were founded at the Glenmore herd, developed at the Gaylyn herd, and subsequently resided at the Okura herd.

Early rise of her line up of genes was expressed in her extreme BW against her peers at Okura. Awarded with the Cow of the North title, recognised her ability to breed herd improvers. Iris was flushed intensely which has created the platform for her 28 daughters to now include 1700 females that go back to Iris just through her female lines. These daughters were often marketed and fetched premium prices and Iris genes were dispersed through out NZ enhancing Iris’ proof through a variety of farming systems. Progeny were tested and proven at the Jersey Jet programme at Kurigers and at Shaws. The information from these 1700 females contribute to the current BW 166, impressive for a 27 year old cow.

In addition, her sons and grandsons and great grandsons continue to add value to our NZ dairy industry providing efficient, productive, well liked cows that add value to our farmers businesses. Imran, Isaaq, Icon, Inspector, Ivins, Iceaxe, Inspire, Invoke, Innes, Index and Integrity, to name a few, all proud sons, grandsons and great grandsons all descending from Iris. AB companies still investing in the Iris family purchasing today 23 years after the first purchase of an Iris son. Thousands of daughters through this male line crossing the breed boundary thoughout New Zealand. To date, 11 of the top 20 bulls on the RAS list have Iris in the back of their pedigree.

In nominating Iris for the Hall of Fame, we acknowledge the building blocks she was created on and celebrate the significance of this matriarch and brood cow for our dairy industry today.

Okura Admirals Iris - Nominated by Lyna Beehre

Blanche is without question the best cow milked at Glanton in the seventy years our family have owned the stud. We chose not to mate her last season as a fifteen year old and culled her at the end of the season.

She was the highest producing cow in her age group at every herd test throughout her lifetime – four seasons our highest producing cow, and three the runner-up to one of her daughters.

Currently she has fifteen female descendants at Glanton with BWs above 300.

We have only sold one female descendant to date, Glanton Triple Bardot, for $14,200 at Jersey Pride, 2019. Blanche has eleven daughter proven male descendants to date.

Glanton Desi Banf

Glanton SS Bastille

Glanton Jingo Berlin

Glanton SS Baltic

Glanton LT Brahms

Glanton Heads Borodin

Glanton Index Balfour

Glanton LT Bastian

Glanton Degree Balkan

Glanton Trig Boston

Glanton Zaga Bodhi

2023 Jersey Female Hall of Fame

The Jersey NZ Hall of Fame 2023 will be presented in 2023 at the Annual Conference.

• Each member may nominate one cow to be considered for the Jersey NZ Female Hall of Fame annually

• Any cow that has been registered with Jersey NZ is eligible for nomination (current or historic)

• Jersey NZ will appoint three Judges annually to consider nominations, these judges will be selected from a cross-section of Jersey NZ membership

• Finalists will be announced via e-mail, website and Facebook prior to Annual Conference

• Up to 10 cows will be inducted annually into the Jersey NZ Female Hall of Fame at the Annual Conference Awards Night. This presentation will highlight the inductees and their accomplishments

• Nomination reasons may include (but are not restricted to) high index; outstanding progeny; on farm results; show results; great cow family; any other accomplishment worthy of consideration.

Entry will close on 30 November for presentation at the Annual Conference 2023. The Hall of Fame will be maintained on the website with photos and brief citations for each inductee. Get your thinking cap on now and get your nomination in!

Glanton Mans Blanche - Nominated by Rob Thwaites

Obituaries

It is with deep regret and profound sadness we record the passing of the following members, previous members and friends of Jersey NZ.

Rob Farley - WAIOHINE, Waikato, passed away December 2021

Kevin Lehmann - PUKERAKAU, Waikato, passed away June 2021

EE & MG Billington - GOODRICH, Waikato

Bev Oyler - BORO VALE, Waikato, passed away 2019

Dot Green - MOUNT MEADOWS, Taranaki, passed away May 2022

Glenville Reeve - NORLAND, Waikato, passed away June 2022

Drumclog Jerseys congratulates the Te Awamutu Jersey Club in celebrating their 100 year Centenary.

Here at Drumclog we are breeding robust Jerseys able to produce well. We are proud of breeding Drumclog Manzello Lucas and have been having recent success in breeding Polled bulls sought after by breeding companies.

A New Commodity Price - A New Opportunity

Contributed by Dr. Joe McGrath Technical Manager Ruminants, DSM Senior Lecturer - Ruminant Nutrition, University of New England, Australia

Milk prices are at never before seen prices, and while they may settle a little, they are likely to stay in a new range.

Guess what, so are costs.

But big shifts in commodity prices create fantastic opportunities to re-evaluate your production system and potentially make significant gains in profitability. Otherwise, be prepared to just shift more dollars around your farm, i.e. from the milk cheque to your costs.

One of the opportunities is to grow maize silage on the platform. This is a significant shift for most operators. For it to be done correctly it requires a whole farm plan. But we will try and give a brief outline of the critical components that need to be addressed if this is going to be successful.

Maize silage is significantly more productive than pasture. Yields of greater than 20mt/ha.DM are regularly achieved, combined with between 3 and 5mt of annual ryegrass it is close to double what you can achieve of pasture. If you also consider the benefit of renewing your permanent pasture every 10yrs in a rotation the benefits increase further.

However, how do you capture this benefit in the cow? It is not that easy. In fact, many farmers do it wrong. If you can’t conquer the following issues then forget about it

1) Must use a feedpad, wastage can be as high as 25%. When coupled with a fermentation loss of about 10% this is starting to look bad. 20mt of corn minus fermentation loss equals 18mt, then take off 25%, which leaves you with 13.5mt/ha. Not very impressive now.

2) Must match corn silage with the required nutrients. Particular Calcium, Phosphours and Sodium. Sometimes also Magnesium. It is very short in trace elements, and has basically no Vitamin A or E. With most of these nutrients at acceptable levels in grass.

3) Maize silage is also short in protein. Depending on the usage rate this can be a positive or negative but needs to be taken into account.

4) It’s a real cash flow killer, you have to take out grass and spend most of your money about 6 months before you get access to it.

So, assuming you can get around the above problems what are the real positives (outside of yield) that you need to take into account?

1) It allows you to fill feed gaps very cost effectively (the obvious one).

2) It allows you to tailor diets to allow for preventative animal health measure

3) Fantastic for transitioning cows with effective supplement such as Tranzsol.

4) Great for cost effectively adding lactation supplement programs such as Lactisol.

5) A good medium for other feed ingredients such as molasses, protein meals and even starches when required.

6) Helps to dilute the excessive Potassium and Nitrogen in most diets.

7) Perhaps most importantly it allows you to increase milk production per cow and DECREASE cow numbers.

The last point maybe a little contentious. There are no two ways about it. Pollution intensity per litre of milk is greatest in low producing cows. In New Zealand they try to average it across hectares of land and other wacky ways, but the rest of the world looks at per litre of milk. Why? Because you don’t have to produce milk from a certain piece of land. In other words, milk less cows and lock up some land for trees (preferably not pines).

High production cows are clean cows. I don’t know a herd of cows producing more than 600MS that are not using maize silage in some way. There are many reasons why they use it, and many more components of the ideal system but preventative animal health (transition feeding, proper supplementation and diet balancing), and keeping the cow full are the most important points.

One more thing to remember, Jerseys are fantastic converters of forage based feeds into the two components that farmers get paid for Fat and Protein. Maize silage is typically 65% forage and 35% concentrate, and is ideal for Jersey cows. I have worked with many herds of Jersey producing large amounts of milk from such diets.

Joe McGrath

FUTURE FOCUSED Ngatea Jerseys

Encouraging Youth & Supporting the next generation. Supporting JerseyNZ through the use of JerseyFuture Sires.

Brian, Julie, Celine and Ella

Ngatea Jerseys

Brian - 027 2919533

Julie - 027 6082171

Welcome visitors to their home and farm near Ngatea, Hauraki Plains.

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The Jersey Review

by Cliff Shearer

The very first issue of the New Zealand Jersey Review was printed in October 1954 [Blue Cover Image above].

Front cover photo was the members who attended the 1954 Annual meeting at Christchurch. At that time the NZJCBA had over 4000 members and was the largest breed society in the Southern Hemisphere. Prior to this first issue the NZJCBA had used the “New Zealand Farmer“ magazine as its official publication. “The Dairy Exporter“ magazine also published a lot of Jersey information including the great Jersey Specials printed in the late 30’s and 40’s filled with short articles of many Jersey herds and photos of their top cows. Magazines like “The Studmaster Review“ also printed details of all the happenings of the NZJCBA.

It is surprising that it took so long for NZ to have its own breed magazine as the US “Jersey Bulletin“ was founded in 1882 and most other countries were issuing their own magazines prior to WW1. Many keen breeders in NZ subscribed to the US and Jersey Island magazines which helped spread the Jersey word around the world. Possibly the fact that having a dairying magazine as its official magazine helped keep the breed at the forefront of all farmers in NZ not just Jersey breeders.

The very first issue was only 18 pages long and consisted almost entirely of Annual Meeting and Council meeting reports. The only article was one reprinted from The “Canadian Jersey Breeder“ called “The importance of Type”. The front cover layout of a photo in the middle of two bands of colour remained in use until the 1990’s when a full page photo was used on the front. The colours changed over the years but after a while the different months issues became locked in with March being Red, May being Teal and annual meeting report, August being Blue and December being Yellow. The months

changed around a bit then as now.

Four issues a year was the most the Review ever got up to. Sadly I don’t know the exact number of issues so far but it must be very close to 200. What a resource of Jersey history. Every outstanding cow, great herd and top results over the last 100 years are mentioned somewhere in these pages. My favourite cover cow is from February 1956 of Meon Metalline VHC CP pictured with her 22nd calf at 24 years of age. And incalf again in her 25th year. She was a daughter of the immortal Brampton Dreaming Sam C.B.B.

The February 1964 issue was the first to include advertisements and the editorial from that issue is included here for your interest [Red Cover Image above].

Advertisers in the issue included well known studs of the day like ;Brookdale, Glanton, Ashcroft, Broken Hill, Branston, Glenmore, Beechlands, Brookvale, Tarnhowe, Seddonville, Countenan and Merriland as well as a number of trade adverts. This issue had grown to 42 pages long and included several articles of interest from around the world, Show results and photos of Champion cows along with Club news.

As time went by the Review generally devoted the majority of its pages to Show results and photos along with Annual and Council meetings reports.

Most of the 60’s and 70’s issues had farming cartoons in them too. Many pages of advertising also filled the magazine. It’s interesting to look back at regular advertisers over the years. A yearly list of top producing herds and cows and TOP classification results were always of interest.

Photos of local breeders were always included at meetings and shows. Reports from all the World Conferences have all made for great reading.

Depending on how you think, the highlight or lowlight of advertising came in the early 90’s with a Chevella ad that was easily the most read and talked about ad of all time in the Jersey fraternity in NZ. Certainly every single breeder had an opinion about it at the time. Over the years there have been several different editors of the review all of who put their own mark on the magazine.

Now the name has changed and there are only a couple of issues a year but nothing beats getting out a heap of old Jersey Reviews and reading through them.

I hope we will always have a paper magazine as its something to keep and reread for many years. The US Jersey Journal which was easily the largest subscribed Jersey magazine on the planet went to just an online copy at the start of 2022.

Which in my opinion is a real shame. Nothing beats a paper copy. And with this current issue we have had 68 years of NZ Jersey magazines to entertain and educate us. There is so much that is fascinating and interesting in a collection of Jersey Reviews.

Jersey NZ Farm Signs

Hang it like the Lansdaal’s, screw it to a fence, smack it in your shed, or jimmy up a light display from the electric fence and flash everyone who drives past.

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Pricing Quote will be provided with order! To order email info@jersey.org.nz

PURIRI JERSEYS

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Calf ClubNZ 2022 Results

Congratulations to all the Jersey NZ kids who competed in the 2022 Calf ClubNZ Competition! To see all entrants and their photos, stories, and results go to www.calfclubnz.co.nz

Charlie Williams

Location:

Class:

Primary/Intermediate Northland

Result:

• 1st Leading

• 2nd Rearing

• 2nd Dairy Type

George Williams

Class: Location:

Result: Primary/Intermediate Northland

• 2nd Leading

• 1st Rearing

• 1st Dairy Type

Ruby Williams

Location:

Class:

Primary/Intermediate Northland

Result:

• 5th Leading

• 3rd Rearing

• 3rd Dairy Type

Ellie-May Riddell

Location:

Class:

Jacoba Gread

Location:

Class:

Result: Highschool North Waikato

• 1st Leading

• 2nd Rearing

• 1st Dairy Type

Summer Olding

Location:

Class:

Result: Primary/Intermediate East Waikato

• 3rd Leading

• 2nd Rearing

• 1st Dairy Type

Ava Fowlie

Location:

Class:

Result: Primary/Intermediate East Waikato

• 5th Leading

Result: High School Otorohanga

• 1st Leading

• 1st Rearing

• 1st Dairy Type

What is Calf ClubNZ ?

Welcome to Calf Club NZ 2022, New Zealand’s largest online Calf Club. In 2018 and 2019 the farming community faced by the dreaded M-Bovis came up with an idea to ensure Calf Clubs would survive through this hard time. The industry quickly banded together and rose up to help. This year it seems we may have another situation that could potentially effect gatherings.

We are striving to create yet another amazing event that bands our our industry together nation wide and ensures the continued growth and development of our young farmers.

Together we have established a fantastic format that allows our youth to share their triumphs and compete with a broader range of contestants. Calf Club NZ consists of two main categories FORMAL and SOCIAL. These categories are then divided into three age groups Pre-school, Primary/Intermediate and High-school. Each of these divisions is then also split into Dairy or Beef and then regions across the entire country.

SHOW SEASON HIGHLIGHTS 2021/22

NZ Dairy Event2022

HELD: 25th – 27th January - Manfield, Feilding

JERSEY SECTION JUDGES: Craig Robertson; Associate Julie Pirie

FULL RESULTS:

www.jersey.org.nz/nz-dairy-event-2022/

Jersey Supreme Champion

+ Senior In-Milk Jersey Champion

+ 1st Place - Jersey 7 Years Old & over in-milk

+ Senior In-Milk ALL BREEDS Honorable Mention

+ 2nd Place - ALL BREEDS 7 Years Old & over in-milk

BS Vienna ET / Ferdon Genetics, Otorohanga

Intermediate In-Milk Jersey Champion

+ Best Uddered Intermediate Jersey Cow

+ 2nd Place - ALL BREEDS 2 Year Old in-milk

+ 1st Place - Jersey 2 Year Old in-milk

+ Intermediate ALL BREEDS in-milk Honorable Mention

Ruanui Oliver P Muffin / Ruanui Holsteins, Dannevirke

Senior In-Milk Jersey Reserve Champion

+ Best Uddered Senior Jersey Cow

+ 1st Place - ALL BREEDS 4 Year Old in-milk

+ 1st Place - Jersey 4 Year Old in-milk

Kuku Tbone Quintet / Horn Genetics, Feilding

Intermediate In-Milk Jersey Reserve Champion

+ 1st Place - Jersey 3 Year Old In-Milk

+ 2nd Place - ALL BREEDS 3 Year Old in-milk

Allandale Tbone Lassette / Horn Genetics, Feilding

Ferdon

Junior Jersey Champion

+ ALL BREEDS Reserve Junior Champion

+ 1st Place ALL BREEDS Senior Yearling Heifer

+ Senior Yearling Heifer

Ferdon Ribben Eliza / Clement Ireland, France

Murray Harnett Challenge

Congratulations to Thomas Jeyes who won the Murray Harnett Challenge for the Jersey Young Judge Competition at NZ Dairy Event 2022.

From a complement of six competitors, Zoe Botha placed second. Thomas and Zoe went on later in the day to represent Jersey NZ in the World Wide Sires All Breeds Young Judge Competition, where Zoe placed second behind Dean Fullerton representing Holstein Friesian New Zealand.

Special thanks to the overjudges Nick Gilbert and Craig Robertson, both previous winners of this competition. Thanks also to all exhibitors who made animals and handlers available. We couldn’t do it without you!

Junior Jersey Reserve Champion

+ Junior Yearling Heifer

+ 3rd Place - ALL BREEDS

Glenalla Hired Mona / Gilbert Family, Ashburton

North Island Championships

Following the Cancellation of the Jersey Classic Show in November due to Covid, the North Island Championship ribbons were presented to Senior Champion and Reserve at the NZ Dairy Event 2022.

Ferdon BS Vienna ET / Ferdon Genetics, W & M Ferguson

South Island Championships

HELD: October 2021 - Ellesmere A & P Show, October 2021

JUDGE: Nick Gilbert

Thomas Jeyes - Winner of the Murray Harnett Challenge

Allandale Tbone Brielle / Tahora Farm, D & J Geddes

Somerset OT Leader / Belbrook Farming Ltd

South Island Champion Cow

South Island Reserve Champion Cow

Mount Cosy T Pantheon ET

We are proud to be associated with Mount Cosy T Pantheon ET currently in the CRV Ambreed 2022 Catalogue

Mount Cosy Herd Pictured above is our very own Mount Cosy herd on the foothills of Mount Pirongia

Originally from Somerton, England, Paul's great great grandparents farmed Jerseys in New Zealand from the 1890's. Somerton Jersey Stud is the 5th generation actively farming registered Jerseys with the 6th and 7th generations growing up now! Our home is on part of the family farm purchased in the area in 1908 by Paul's great grandparents John T. Johnson & Rosa Billington.

Somerton Jersey Stud consists of 410 cows. We farm a predominantly grass based system while breeding strong milking families whose progeny give outstanding performance wherever they go. High BW Bulls and females are sold annually. Nuturing our herd and land for future Jersey generations is our focus.

Congratulations to the Te Awamutu Jersey Cattle Club on its Centenary! The club has been a hugely important part of our farming and personal life for generations.... and we look forward to the next 100 years!!!

VISITORS AND ENQUIRIES ARE ALWAYS WELCOME Paul and Marion Johnson

email: somertonjerseys@gmail.com

CLUB CONTACTS

Can screening milk help farmers manage Facial Eczema in their herds?

– Dr Lorna McNaughton, LIC Senior Scientist

Facial eczema (FE) is an ongoing problem for farmers in summer and autumn in the North Island and increasingly in parts of the South Island. This disease, caused by animals ingesting a fungal toxin, results in millions of dollars of lost production each year (estimates range from $10 - $100m per year on dairy farms, Faull, 1991). Whilst traditionally we think of cows with FE as those we see with sensitive red and peeling skin, it is a disease of the liver. For every cow that is showing clinical skin signs, there will be 10 – 20 cows with elevated liver Gamma Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) – an indicator of liver damage.

Since 2018, LIC has been investigating new methods to help farmers tackle facial eczema. Most recently, LIC has been working to develop a bulk milk test for facial eczema as part of the Resilient Dairy research programme (a Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures programme in conjunction with MPI).

The latest breakthrough in this research is the successful detection of biomarkers in milk that are associated with liver damage resulting from when the herd is exposed to medium to high levels of fungal toxin.

The biomarker test is run on vat milk samples that are collected by the tanker. An elevated biomarker result indicates there is liver damage, caused by facial eczema.

LIC is using the bulk milk test to identify herds that have undergone ‘natural challenge’ and have liver damage as a result. Herds with an elevated biomarker result are contacted so blood samples can be collected from every animal in the herd to validate the milk test results.

Results from the individual blood tests reaffirmed what the milk test was picking up – herds that had elevated biomarker concentrations in their vat milk had nearly 40% of cows with liver damage.

LIC is currently collaborating with Fonterra to further validate test’s effectiveness on bulk milk samples.

Along with developing the milk-based test for facial eczema, through the Resilient Dairy Programme LIC is aiming to breed dairy animals that have a natural resilience to FE.

Facial eczema resistance is a heritable trait. If we’re able to generate a facial eczema breeding value, we could rank our artificial breeding bulls based on their resistance for farmers to select from, but a lot of data needs to be collected and analysed first.

LIC has collected around 9,000 blood and milk samples from cows that have been naturally exposed to facial eczema for analysis which we expect to complete by the end of the year. From here we will investigate our ability to breed FE resilient sires for farmers to breed from.

We would like to thank all the farmers who have given their time to help with this research project.

If you have any further questions please email or phone:

Lorna McNaughton, LIC Senior Scientist. lorna.mcnaughton@lic.co.nz 027 512 5190

Reference: Faull, B. 1991. Prevalence and costs of facial eczema on dairy farms. Surveillance Vol 18 No. 2. MAF Biosecurity Authority.

VHC ELITE

Rangi Marie Merry Maid show winner Foundation cow for our Maid Family

KARAKA KUTS SHY

MAID EX5

1st 2 Years club show 1995

THE FUTURE

Chris & Jens Children Rebecca, Anna, Ben & Caitlyn Turner

KARAKA FLASH MAIDS SONG VHC

A member of our winning Progeny team, by Madely Park Flash Buster at the 1989 World Conference Show

KARAKA AUSSIE MAID MAREE EX4 Champion On-Farm show, 2021 from 157 entries. BW 301, PW 581 & LW 569 593 m/s 291 days at 4 Years

1ST NOVICE SHOWMAN

Chris Turner recieving 1st Novice Showman presented by Australian Judge Phil Hentschke, Club show 2017

CURRENT HERD PRODUCTION VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME

149 Ped Jerseys, 40 Ped Ayrshires

Last Season > Whole Herd av 445kgs m/s on 50ha + 17ha for dry stock. Jersey Content av 450kgs m/s No in-shed feeding, All stock wintered on, system 4 BW 202 PW 224

Chris & Jen Turner - 07 871 5591 1 Brills Road, Kihikihi

Ross & Carol Turner - 07 871 7736 16 Awanui Ave, Kihikihi Congratulations

AWAMUTU JERSEY

CATTLE CLUBS CENTENARY PROGRAMME

19 NOVEMBER 2022

CENTENARY JERSEY CLASSIC OPEN SHOW

Held in the beautiful grounds of the Kihikihi Domain, This will be a great spectacle of some of our best Jersey Cattle in NZ. Great prizes. Come and stay at a fellow breeders home, and include the Centenary Luncheon the following day.

20 NOVEMBER 2022

CENTENNIAL LUNCHEON

Held at Rosenvale, a beautiful country garden. The venue has a limit of 120 guests, so perhaps adults only. Entertainment planned, Period Costume, showing a Power Point Presentation of many old & new Club Photos

INDEX ON-FARM COMPETITION

Another highlight for the Club, Our last On-Farm Competition attracted 157 entries. We are hoping to have enough interest from members, including JNZ members and friends, to hire a bus similar to Conference Trips. This will be a fun and enjoyable time for many to view a large number of quality entrants.

7, 8 & 9 FEBRUARY 2023 OTHER PLANNED EVENTS (2023)

TE AWAMUTU JERSEY CLUB - YOUNG FARMER OF THE YEAR

Te Awamutu Jersey Club

Celebrating 100 Years of Jersey in the District

During the first half of 2022 the Te Awamutu Jersey Club has been able to hold several activities even though Covid disrupted some of our original plans. Members and families have enjoyed several events catering for a wide range of ages and participation.

The year commenced with the Junior Jersey Classic on the 5th February 2022 at the Kihikihi Domain. Judge was Peter Cummings. Results for the competition sections:

Leading:

1st: Crystal Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Casino Mazy; 2nd: Paige Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Luxi Ginger; 3rd: Lucy Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Skyclass Lily; 4th: Olivia Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane, Carrick Snowflake

Rearing:

1st: Crystal Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Casino Mazy; 2nd: Ellie May Riddell, Thornlea Hoss Daph; 3rd: Lucy Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Skyclass Lily; 4th: Paige Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Luxi Ginger.

Type:

1st: Lucy Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Skyclass Lily; 2nd: Olivia Sneddon, Tahau Conns Cece; 3rd: Rebecca Turner, Karaka becks Louise; 4th: Paige Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Luxi Ginger.

McGregor Trophy:

1st: Crystal Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Casino Mazy; 2nd: Lucy Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Skyclass Lily; 3rd: Paige Fitzgerald, Pampus Lane Luxi Ginger; 4th: Olivia Fitzgerald Pampus Lane Carrick Snowflake.

Lloyd & Anne Wilson of the Denson Dale Stud donated a heifer calf (Denson Dale S Victress) for the overall winner of a two part competition - the first part was completed at the November On-Farm Calf event and the second part at the Junior Jersey Classic. Photo shows the presentation to overall winner Crystal Fitzgerald and her calf Pampus Lane Casino Mazy.

President - Marion Johnson, Somerton

Secretary - Shirley Hamilton, Drumglog

At the end of March our Discussion Group and Herd Visit combined with the Te Aroha Jersey Club, at Brad & Rebecca Pickett’s Greenacres Jersey Stud. The Discussion Group was led by Dairy NZ Consultant, Frank Portegys and Lutte Thys from NZAEL. Brad has centre pivot irrigation and two composting barns which stimulated some interesting discussion during the viewing of his very herd, 75% of which are registered Pedigrees. A good turnout of members enjoyed a picnic lunch afterwards.

The annual Te Awamutu Jersey Club v Friesian Club Indoor Bowls Tournament was held at the Mangapiko Hall at the end of May. The annual competition between the two clubs was instigated in 1993 by the late Phil Rye of the Friesian Club. Since 1993 the rivals have played every year except in 2020 when Covid restrictions put a stop to it. Of the twenty nine Tournaments played the TA Jersey Club has won eighteen. Always keenly contested for, the trophy was won by the Te Awamutu Jersey Club this year, by seven games to four, with one drawn game. Excellent support from both the Jersey and Friesian Club Members ensured a very successful evening and much fun was had by all. As part of the TA Jersey Club Jubilee celebrations this year a Jubilee cake was made by the Jersey Club President Marion Johnson. David Glass and John Ellis had the honour of cake cutting.

The 2022 AGM & OSCOWS Evening was held on June 17th in Te Awamutu. The new Executive is President: Marion Johnson, Vice: Richard Adam, Past Pres: Glenn Wilson, Secretary: Shirley Hamilton, Committee: Ron Hamilton, Brad Pickett, Glenys Ellison, Aaron Courage, Don Shaw, Ross Turner, Patron: Bob Potts, Treasurer: Pauline Adam. New Life Members were Richard & Pauline Adam. Pins were also presented to 2021 Life Membership recipients, Ray & Marion Shaw and Graham & Lyn Lawry. Ross Riddell was presented with a Special Ribbon in recognition of his outstanding contribution leading the Jersey Classic Show Committee.

Following the AGM, members (51 Adults, 11 Children) enjoyed an excellent meal. Presentation of two Jersey New Zealand awards were made as a follow up to the recent Jersey NZ National Conference. Don Shaw received the Special Member Acknowledgement awarded by the JNZ Board and Shaun & Michelle Good were recipients of the JW Singers Efficiency Scroll.

Ten farms entered the Production Awards competition or OSCOWS. Results were as follows:

Outstanding 2 yr old - McKinley Challenge Trophy:

1st: Tahau Chiefs Stella 418 kg ms 305 days 131 kgs ahead of peers

2nd: Wee Burn Omnibus Bela 489 kg ms 304 days 124 kgs ahead of peers

3rd: Anchor Misty Gaye 507 kg ms 305 days 123 kgs ahead of peers

Outstanding 3 yr old:

1st: Karaka Star Laura 515 kg ms 305 days 87 kgs ahead of peers

2nd = Wee burn Trident Uma = 452 kg ms 295 days 84 kgs ahead of peers

2nd = Wee burn WPI Julieane= 570 kg ms 292 days 84 kgs ahead of peers

3rd: Carnmor Stars Kaycee 554 kg ms 279 days 83 kgs ahead of peers

Outstanding 4 yr old - Te Awamutu Jersey Club Trophy:

1st: Tahau High Freya 544 kg ms 305 days 194 kgs ahead of peers

2nd: Tahau Blondie 560 kg ms 305 days 179 kgs ahead of peers

3rd = Tahau Snazzy = 531 kg ms 305 days 129 kgs ahead of peers

3rd = Greenacre Kpin Casey = 622 kg ms 296 days 129 kgs ahead of peers

Outstanding 5,6 and 7 years:

1st: Denson dale Van Olive 671 kg ms 305 days 167 kgs ahead of peers

2nd: Drumclog Manzello Delta 484 kg ms 236 days 150 kgs ahead of peers

3rd: Somerton Manz Laurel 510 kg ms 305 days 144 kgs ahead of peers

Outstanding 8 to 9 years:

1st: Carnmor Murmurs Fern 463 kg ms 305 days 247 kgs ahead of peers

2nd: Somerton Dom Prue 518 kg ms 305 days 167 kgs ahead of peers

3rd: Karaka Degree Lucinda 583 kg ms 303 days 163 kgs ahead of peers

Outstanding 10 years and over:

1st: Anchor Maunga Ultra 627 kg ms 305 days 155 kgs ahead of peers

2nd: Karaka Hector Lillith 543 kg ms 265 days 107 kgs ahead of peers

3rd: Hillstar Test Dale 365 kg ms 305 days 86 kgs ahead of peers

J.S. Pattison Memorial Trophy – Top cow over 3 seasons

1st: Wee Burn Kpin Dee 2049 ms over three seasons

2nd: Denson Dale Tbone Pearl 1794 ms over three seasons

3rd: Denson Dale Eltons Coral 1781 ms over three seasons

Most improved solids – over the previous 3 seasons

Karaka Jerseys; 386 kg ms 19/20; 442 kg ms 20/21; 450 kg ms 21/22 = 64 kg increase

Manawatu Jersey Club

It has been a busy time for members the Manawatu Jersey Club. The Annual on farm show had 31 in milk and 17 heifer entries. The judge was Paul Vanner, who awarded champion cow to Philsan Dino Durwell and reserve champion to Golden Oak Baron’s Mel. Champion heifer was Allandale Valiant Begonia and reserve Champion went to Deep River Di.

At the Horowhenua Show club members were prominent with entries from the Shirlett and Philsan studs. This was followed by the New Zealand Dairy Event where the Allandale/Kuku Studs achieved excellent results. Allandale TBone Lassette won Intermediate Reserve Champion and Kuku TBone Quintet won the Senior Reserve Championship.

The club in May hosted the very successful Jersey New Zealand Conference in Palmerston North. Thanks to the organisers for a informative and entertaining few days. To top this off, Allandale/Kuku had another record breaking annual in calf heifer sale.

President - Ron Horn

Secretary - Eileen McQuillan, Bellamour

At the end of June the club is holding its annual dry stock competition which is always keenly contested.

Manawatu Jersey Club

Hawera Jersey Club

Production Awards 2022

Herd Under 100 Cows

Glenbrook - C Shearer - 26 cows 680 ms

100-150 Cows

Kelland - K Tosland - 120 cows 414 ms

200+ Cows

Glenui - T & L Landers - 343 cows 507 ms

Age Group Winners

2 Year Old

Glenbrook Clannard Ceylon - C Shearer - 809 ms

3 Year Old

Glenbrook Clan Chiffon - C Shearer - 792 ms

4 Year Old

Glenbrook Camboge Criptic - C Shearer - 791 ms

5-9 Year Old

Starview May Alison S3J - C Shearer - 819 ms

President - Linda Megaw, Linan

Secretary - Kelvin Tosland, Kelland

10+ Year Old

Glenui Bullseye Preca - T & L Landers - 551 ms

H Tosland Trophy [highest ms for 2 & 3 yrs and classified VG]

Glenbrook Cato Crossiant VG - 2yo - 678 ms 3yo - 751 ms

Total 1429 ms

Glanton Jug 2022

Conna Smith

Brown Trophy for Best income per ha

Glenui - T & L Landers

Senior Points Prize Club Show

Glanton - R & A Thwaites

Novice Points Prize Club Show

Conna Smith

Highest BW New Bull

Glenui Super Lamar - T & L Landers

Hawera Jersey Club Show Results - March 4th 2022

Judge - Graeme Collins

2 Year Old

Glanton Triple Marion - R & A Thwaites

3 Year Old

Glanton Kaino Bridie - R & A Thwaites

4 Year Old

Kelland Degree Gloria - K Tosland

5-6 Year Old

Derriland KS Candice - Mrs G Tosland

7-9 Year Old

Glanton Integrity Merry - R & A Thwaites

10+ Year Old

Lexland Winner - Mrs G Tosland

Champion Cow

Glanton Integrity Merry - R & A Thwaites

Reserve Champion Cow

Derriland KS Candice - Mrs G Tosland

Honorable Mention

Kelland Speed Fay - A Tosland

Yearling Heifer

Glanton Quad Sarah - R & A Thwaites

Heifer Calf

Glenui Hoss Prudance ET - T & L Landers

Bull Calf

Glenui Quad Stanley - T & L Landers

Industry Cow

Glenui Bastille Larina ET - 143 points BW 488 PW 728 T & L Landers

Sires Progeny Team

Glenui by Okura Integrity - 136.95 points T & L Landers

Champion Cow - Glanton Integrity Merry - R & A Thwaites

Lower Waikato Jersey Club

The Lower Waikato Jersey Club had had enough of COVID interrupting their programme so it was decided to go ahead with the annual club show in November. We got around the regulations by having the entire show on farm at Russell and Alison Gibb’s, packed lunches provided by Hopin Stopin Taupiri and the hire of a portaloo. Mr Shaun Good agreed to judge the day and with a good number of entries in all classes, he did an excellent job.

Results were:

Champion Cow:

Zenith Van Imperia exhibited by Russell Gibb

Reserve Champion Cow:

Glenella Hired Wendy exhibited by Sherborne Farms

Junior Champion:

Glenhaven BC Dallas exhibited by Riley Dyson

Reserve Junior Champion:

Ebboni Trig Quinn exhibited by Natalie Dyson

In December we had our on-farm Type and Production Competition which was judged by Mr Richard Adam. Also included was the 3x1 Sire for Cows and Calves. Results were announced and ribbons awarded at our Christmas BBQ.

Results were:

Type and Production:

1st Brett Dyson

277 points

2nd Colin & Nicola Hickey

276.4 points

3rd Gavin & Catherine Vowles

275.8 points

3x1 Cows

1st Brett Dyson

Okura Goldie Index 136 points

2nd Brett Dyson

Kelland KC Speedway 133 points

3rd Colin & Nicola Hickey

Lynbrook Terrific ET 132 points

President - Gavin Vowles, Two View

Secretary - Alison Gibb, Zenith

3x1 Autumn born Calves

1st Colin & Nicola Hickey

Coomes Mans Chief ET 136 points

2nd Fyvie Meadows Ltd

Thornwood Degree Trigger 133.5 points

3rd Colin & Nicola Hickey

Riverina Ronaldo Champ 133 points

3x1 Spring born Calves

1st Colin & Nicola Hickey

VJ Ravninggaard Hickey Hazard 123 points

Lower Waikato meets regularly the first Thursday of every month beginning with the AGM in July, followed by a Pizza and Programme Planning evening in August. The programme usually involves a mixture of herd visits, a visit to an outside herd, social events, annual club show, annual dinner in May, Heifer Competition coupled with the Gaydene Memorial Production awards and of course Type and Production Competition reported above.

Members either pay a sub or provide a bull calf which we sell – the money subsidises competition day meals, activities and trips away.

If interested in joining the Lower Waikato Jersey Cattle Club, contact Alison Gibb on 0274 810 820 or email arrk.gibb@gmail.com.

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Jersey Focus - Autumn 2022

FOCUS

JUNE 2022

| OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF JERSEY NZ

Table of Contents

FOCUS

President’s Perspective

Jersey NZ Board

Our Strategic Purpose

General Manager’s Comment

Jersey NZ Team

INTEGRITY | SUSTAINABILITY | QUALITY | COLLABORATON

The Jersey FOCUS

Office News

JERSEY FOCUS TIMING

TRAITS OTHER THAN PRODUCTION SEASON

BREEDIT

SEMEX ON FARM CHALLENGE

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2022

JERSEY NZ TEAM

MEMBER CONTACT

DATES TO REMEMBER

ROSCLIFF BEEF

SHORTHORN STUD

Registrations

Breeding for health and efficiency

Breed of the future

CALL TO ACTION –JERSEY PRODUCERS

Accuracy. No Less.

TWO VIEW JERSEYS

Jersey NZ’s Strategic Plan 2022

2022 Team

A Joint Programme

JerseyGenomeTM

What is JerseyGenome™?

2021 Team JerseyGenomeTM Update

2020 Team JerseyGenomeTM Update

2020 JerseyGenometm Testing Team - (2019 Born)

NAME OWNER

2022

JerseyGenometm Team - (2021 Born)

NAME NAME OWNER OWNER

Ian Harris Memorial Heifer Competition

2021/22 Competition

WAIRAKAU JERSEYS

BULL PROFILE:

JX Pine

TOP Review 2021

ELLISON JERSEYS

International News

Special Awards 2022

George Henry Dawick Memorial Cup

Bruce Cameron

Distinguished Member Award

Bruce Cameron

Special Member Recognition for Services to TOP & Classification

Don Shaw

Cyril Dermer Cup Graeme Collins

Mr & Mrs J W Singers Efficiency Scroll Award

Shaun & Michelle Good

JT Thwaites Sire of the Season - Criteria

JT Thwaites Sire of the Season

TOP Inspectors - We Need You

2020/21 Jersey NZ Production Awards

Jersey NZ Service Awards

Production Highlights 2020-21

Top 3 herds by milksolids - Herd size 501+ cows

How Are Production Statistics Calculated?

Production Highlights 2020-21

Madam President - Julie Pirie

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NZAEL

NZAEL JUNE RUN UPDATE:

Improvements in animal evaluation - genetic gain in the national dairy herd

Youth Council Article

Celine Pirie

10 in 7 Milking - Is it right for you?

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