Holstein Australia has recommenced classification visits throughout Gippsland, North West and North Central Victoria, Riverina NSW and South
Australia. This is the first stage of a phased reintroduction of the class tour, with other regions and states to be included as state and territory travel restrictions are eased.
Holstein Australia classifiers back on the road this week in Victoria and South Australia with other states to follow subject to further easing of restrictions.
National Awards Dinner postponed, AGM goes online
One of the highlights of the Holstein Australia year, the National Awards Dinner, scheduled to take place in Western Australia in the first week of September, has been postponed in the light of uncertainty around interstate travel for the foreseeable future. The AGM will take place online, broadcast from Dairy House, on Thursday 3 September.
Holstein Australia National Awards Dinner postponed
Other highlights:
Science & traditional skills lifting the breed The way breeders are
interpreting and using genomic data to focus on improving specific traits within their herds is helping to lift the genetic gain of the Holstein breed in Australia.
Two sales over the last week have underlined strength and value of Holstein genetics and registered animals as well as the way the industry is adapting to a COVID-19 world. Best of the West topped out at $17,000, Vala Holsteins twice at $8,000.
Keep an eye out for our all new Holstein Australia All-Australian People’s Choice competition on our socials this week - a trip down memory lane and a bit of fun for Holstein fans. Week 1 looks back over 6 years of the 2 year old in milk (30 months & under) class.
South Coast dairy farmers forging ahead NSW dairy farmers and Holstein Australia members, Ashleigh & Michael Rood, look forward to the future while reflecting on the eight year history of Whitegold Holsteins &
Jerseys.