Holstein Dispatch caught up with Bruno Jubinville, Holstein Canada's National Coordinator for Classification, during his recent stint in
Australia working with our classifiers. His time down under made quite an impression on him, as did the longevity and quality of our Australian Holstein cow, and some of the marked differences between dairy farming in his native Quebec and here in Australia.
Holstein Australia would like to acknowledge the passing Bruce McIntosh OAM, renowned dairyman, active Sub-Branch member and held in high regard as one of the finest judges of dairy cattle in Australia. He was also founder of Shoalhaven Zoo and
former Shire President. He is survived by his wife Nora and their six children - Jan, Lindy, Sally, Kathy, Sue and son Rob who manages the Woodside Park dairy farm in Berry.
Board & Committee nominations open 27 September Nominations for one Holstein Australia National Board position, one Breed Development & Conformation Committee member and one All Australian Selection Committee position open this
week.
Registered cows for commercial conditons Featuring 140 Registered Holsteins, 85 spring calved, the Andes Holsteins 2nd
Stage Dispersal sale takes place 11am, Monday 15 October, on farm at St Germains, Victoria.
Haplotypes and herd fertility Although focusing on the Jersey breed, this interesting article looks at haplotypes, their impact on herd fertility and has some
useful tips on risk management relevant to all dairy breeders.
Workability reports and herd improvment Holstein Australia members Sharon and Darren Parrish talking about the importance of herd recording and regular workability reports as part of their herd improvement program.
Genomic testing steps up a gear Neogen Australasia has officially opened Australia’s largest livestock genomic testing laboratory in Gatton, Queensland, following a $5 million investment in new facilities and
equipment.
Holstein Australia office move and contact details The first stage of our move to the AgriBio building in Bundoora is now complete. Please bear with us while building work is finished and we relocate internally within the building.