Holstein UK recently shared the recipients of the 2023 Master Breeder Awards! Herds that excel in classification, production, and longevity are recognized with this
prestigious award. Females bred by the herd who have produced a recorded lactation within the past two years receive points which are averaged to determine the winning herds.
The 2023 Master Breeder Winners are:
- Ballylagan – W & L & D Campbell, Co. Londonderry
- Brookroad – P M & S D Bradbury, Shropshire
- Carwyn – G R Griffiths & Son, Pembrokeshire
- Coolnagrane – J S Armstrong, Co. Fermanagh
- Davlea – I M Davies, Somerset
- Denhamhill – R Eccles, Lancashire
- Glebegray – G G Smale & Son, Cornwall
- Inspired – C Smith, Lancashire
- Priestland – Iain, Joyce & John Mclean, Co. Antrim
- Quernmore – J E & J Pye & Son, Lancashire
Meurig James, Head of Breed Development for Holstein UK, commented “On behalf of Holstein UK, I would like to extend my congratulations to the ten herds who have been announced as winners of the Master Breeder Award. Achieving this prestigious award is the pinnacle of achievement for all members who are recognized for breeding herds that produce and develop cattle which are known for their production, conformation, health, and longevity. In the coming months, I look forward to seeing the winners collect their awards at a variety of events across the country in order to celebrate their achievements.”