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Memories of Chicago
The Chicago International Livestock show was first held in 1900 and ran through 1975. Although for many years it was a beef, horse, swine and sheep show, Chicago did …
Cow of the Year Nominee: Hendercroft Lheros Gumball
Our fourth and final profile for the Canadian Cow of the Year Contest is Hendercroft Lheros Gumball EX-96 6E 25*. Gumball is an extraordinary brood cow whose ability to transmit …
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Making Dreams A Reality With Consistent Show Type Breeding
The trends in breeding cattle continue to change as does the dairy industry. The industry has made significant advances over the past several decades by way of embryo transfer, focusing …
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Cow of the Year Nominee: Boulet Goldwyn Chalou
Our next Cow of the Year nominee also hails from Quebec, Boulet Goldwyn Chalou EX-96 3E 17*. Bred by Ferme Boulet, a 2X Master Breeder herd, and now owned in …
Brown Heaven – The Team Behind Fantasy
Our condolences to Brown Heaven Farm on the passing of Fantasy. We revisit an article featuring Brown Heaven Farm that was featured in our Winter 2016 edition. Winning at class …
Make the Most of Milking Time
Milking time labor is a large cost on any dairy farm. As today’s farms get larger and move toward parlor type operations, most discussions center around how to maximize parlor …
Maker Jerseys: Rising Up with Hard Work and Big Dreams
For someone who didn’t come from a background of cows, Kerry Alexander is living proof that hard work, a positive attitude and great mentors can propel you in the direction …
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Canadian Cow of the Year Nominee: Willswikk Outside Della
Willswikk Outside Della EX-95 5E 15* was bred by J. William Wikkerink Farms and is currently owned by Wikkshaven Holsteins, Cobble Hill, BC. With a long list of accolades for …
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Superior Genetics from the Most Prolific Breeds
The state of Agriculture in North America today at times makes it difficult to be enthusiastic about farming and its future. Tough milk price and increasing feed costs certainly add …
Here’s the Skinny
In our Fall 2018 issue we launched a new column! Each issue we will pose a question to three to four breeders from around the globe and see what they …
Fresh from the Hudson Valley
Dairy farming in the United States has not been without its challenges in the last few years. Excess milk production and variable commodity prices set by the United States government …
Did You Know: Klussendorf & Klussendorf-MacKenzie Awards
The Klussendorf award is presented annually at World Dairy Expo (WDE) to the show man who exemplifies the ability, character, friendliness and sportsmanship practiced by Arthur D. Klussendorf. The …
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Bons-Holsteins: Blazing a Trail of Success
It has been a busy and successful winter for Bons-Holsteins of the Netherlands. From selling Lot 1 at the Sale of Stars and getting a bull into stud at CRV, …
Hard Work Turns Dreams into Reality for Crystalclear
A lot of hard work and a passion for pedigrees has led to Mark, Anne, Izzy and Archie Lee into making a big move North to purchase their own farm …
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