Dairy Shorthorn Journal 2015

Volume 84 2015

Dairy Breed of the Future: native breed, natural grazers

Official Auctioneers to the Shorthorn Society of Great Britain and Ireland We are honoured to be associated with the

SHORTHORN SOCIETY 2015 Sales Dates Chelford & Beeston

DAIRY SHORTHORNS

Friday 5th June (at Beeston) Annual Summer Show and Sale

Friday 23rd October (at Beeston) Annual Autumn Show and Sale

BEEF SHORTHORNS Saturday 25th April (at Chelford) Annual Spring Show and Sale

Saturday 14th November (at Chelford) Annual Autumn Show and Sale (both sales in conjunction with “Best of British” Multi Breed Beef Sale)

Wright Marshall Ltd Chelford Agricultural Centre, Chelford, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 9AX Tel: (01625) 861122 Fax: (01625) 860079 Beeston Cattle Market, Whitchurch Road, Tarporley, Cheshire, CW6 9NZ Tel: (01829) 262100

Fax: (01829) 262110

Email: chelford@wrightmarshall.co.uk | beeston@wrightmarshall.co.uk or visit our website www.wrightmarshall.co.uk

The Shorthorn Society of United Kingdom & Ireland Contents: Society Staff Members and Council Members 2014/15 3 Secretary’s Report 5 President’s Report 7 This Years Letter - ‘J’ 7 Regulations for Registrations in Coates’s Herd Book 8 New Members & Prefixes 2014 9 Shorthorn Society Show Regulations 9 Winners of Gold Cup & Diploma Awards 2013 11 Star Brood Cows 13 Milk Yield Certificates 2014 15 Type Classification Results 17 Naming Shorthorns 22 100 Tonne Cow, Amber Lovely Lily 28 EX90, Rodway Red Rose 19th 24 Young Member Profiles 26 2014 AGM & Judging Day 28 Herd Viewing at Strickley 29 Photographic Competition 31 North West Herd Competition 36 North Midlands Herd Competition 2014 39 North Midlands Herd Visit 43 North Midlands Association Judging Day 43 South Wales & Mid Western Herd Competition 2014 45 South Wales and Mid Western Herd Competition Results 2014 47 SWCSBA AGM & Dinner 48 South Western Counties Shorthorn Breeders Herd Competition 2014 49 SWCSBA Dairy Shorthorn Breed Calf Show 52 Irish Milking Shorthorn Club Report 53 Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society Report 54 International Photographic Competition 2014 55 WEBS aren’t all about Spiders 61 Chichester College - Brinsbury Campus 62 Wainwrights Wanderings 66 Buying From Society Sales Brings Great Advantages 70 Society Sale Provides the Perfect Present 72 Julie Llewellyn finds the breed that suits 74 The Churchroyd Feature 78 The Kenprest Herd 82 Red Cattle Genetics 84 JOHNE’S Management – NO EXCUSE 87 Realism the Key to Successful Marketing 88 Shorthorn Society Summer Show & Sale 2014 89 Penrith Show & Sale 90 Shorthorn Society Autumn Show & Sale 2014 93 4th National Dairy Shorthorn Show at Cheshire Show 96 Presentation to winners 98 Royal Highland Show 103 Great Yorkshire Show 105 The Royal Welsh Show 107 Regional Shows 108 National All Breeds All Britain Calf Show 124 Bath & West Dairy Show 128 UK Dairy Expo - Carlisle 129 Welsh Dairy Show 130 UK Dairy Day 131 2014 Calf Shows 134 Shorthorn Membership Forms 137 Shorthorn Classifieds 140 Shorthorn Society Membership and Registration Fees 140

Advertisers: Amber Herd 86 Attwoods Dairy Shorthorns

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Bilbro Dairy Shorthorns

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Blue Merle Limited

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Boothdale Dairy Shorthorns

132

Brimclose Organic Dairy Shorthorns

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Brinsbury 64 Brookside Herd 138 Bushmills Shorthorns 2 Caltech Crystalyx

IBC

Churchroyd Herd

100-101

Cogent 81 Cotonhall Herd 76-77 Cotonhall Lady Barrington

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Drisgol Dairy Shorthorns

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The Dunham Herd

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Earlsgift & Avondale

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Farmers Guardian BC Gelli Shorthorns 23 Hooton Herd 65 Irthingvale Shorthorns 34 Kenprest Dairy Shorthorns

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Marleycote Shorthorns & Ayrshires

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Morwood Herd 73 Nejay Herd 30 NMR 122 Norbrook 133 Nordic Star 95 North Midlands Regional Association of Shorthorn Breeders 38 North West Regional Association

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Northern Dairy Shorthorns

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Rantonall 100% Purebreds

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Red Cattle Genetics

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Rodway Dairy Shorthorns

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Strickley Shorthorns

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South Western Counties Shorthorn Breeder’s Association 51 South Wales & Mid Western Shorthorns

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Tabley Shorthorns 12 Wright Marshall Ltd.

IFC

Cover picture: Sarah Slades winning entry in the scenic class of the photographic competition shorthorn

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Society Patron: HRH The Princess Royal

Council Members 2014/15 Region 1 - Northumberland, Durham, Tyne & Wear, Cleveland, Yorkshire and Humberside

DH Craig: tel 01388 577297

I Collins: tel 07761965493

Society Staff Members “Who to contact and for what�

President: N Madeley tel: 01746 785571

Region 2 - Cumbria, Lancashire and Isle of Man

e: neil.madeley@btopenworld.com

J Robinson: tel 01539722294 | email: james.michelle2@btinternet.com

Region 3 - Cheshire, Merseyside, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire,

Greater Manchester, Gwynedd, Clwyd and Powys

Secretary:

Frank Milnes

C Crank: tel 07774502181 | email: cerys.crank@cogentuk.com

Region 4 - Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire

e: frankmilnes@shorthorn.co.uk

J Fisher: tel 01623 860764 | email: jonathanr.fisher@hotmail.co.uk

Region 5 - Hereford & Worcs, West Mids, Warwicks, Gloucestershire, Dyfed,

Glamorgan, Gwent and Carmarthen

Claire Ward

E Davies: tel 01994 230377 | email: markdavies8@btconnect.com G James: tel 01239 711661 | email: gwyndafandenfys@tiscali.co.uk

Dairy Registrations & Red Cattle Genetics e: claire@shorthorn.co.uk

Region 6 - Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire

and Berkshire Vacancy Region 7 - Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire and Gt London

Rachel Foley Beef Registrations & General Enquiries

J Wyatt: tel 01953 498221 | email: tim@pearnwyatt.freeserve.co.uk

e: rachel@shorthorn.co.uk

Region 8 - Wiltshire, Somerset, Dorset, Avon, Devon and Cornwall

S Slade: tel 01769 580087 | email: zen108337@zen.co.uk

Region 9 - Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Vacancy

Sue Watkins

Region 10 - North of Scotland - North of a line drawn between Montrose and

Fort William

Office Manager & Accounts e: suewatkins@shorthorn.co.uk

Vacancy Region 11 - South Scotland - Perthshire

J Teasdale: tel 01387 880236 | email: brafell.shorthorns@gmail.com

Region 12 - Ulster (excluding counties Cavan)

Roger Kelley

Vacancy

Accountant e: rogerkelley@shorthorn.co.uk

Region 13 - Munster, Leinster, Connaught, Donegal, Cavan and Monaghan Vacancy Past Presidents

A Whittle: tel 01823 400910 | email: whittles@houndsmoor.orangehome.co.uk

G Madeley: tel 01952541211 | email: rodwayshorthorns@gmail.com

E Crank: tel 0151 356 0025 | email: edwardcrank1@gmail.com

W Young: tel 07785 971614 | email: youngj-w@supanet.com Special Members

M Dobson: tel 07880 676178 | email: jen_dobson@hotmail.co.uk A Lawson: tel 01334840256 | email: lismulligan@btconnect.com H Rawlins: tel 01980 652701 | email: henryrawlins@btinternet.com S Royle: tel 0161 928 7600 S Thomas: tel 01239 698240 | email: drysgolgoch@btconnect.com D Winnington: tel 01785824402 | email: davidlovesdebbie@live.com

Shorthorn Society 4th Street, Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth, Warwickshire. CV8 2LG

Co-opted Members

tel: 02476 696 549

fax: 02476 696 729

D Baynes: tel 01434673244 | email david.baynes@btconnect.com

email:

shorthorn@shorthorn.co.uk

J Hayward: tel 01777 870248 | email: haywardwst@aol.com

website:

www.shorthorn.co.uk shorthorn

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Secretary’s Report It is always sad to see an old established herd dispersed but even sadder when it is the result of the drastic reduction in milk price suffered by suppliers of some milk buyers. Whilst there has been a slump in prices paid for milk across the board some buyers have cut their prices paid to farmers to such an extent that it is impossible to continue producing milk. Changing to a different milk buyer is not always easy and with prices quoted as low as 21p/litre for milk delivered in December there will undoubtedly be even more milk producers leaving the industry.

The dispersal of Neil and Jayne Madeley’s renowned Nejay herd in October was indeed a very sad day for everyone but it was good to see that the quality of cattle offered for sale were met with a strong demand. A top price of 5,000gns was at least some reward for the generations of pedigree breeding which had gone in to the Nejay herd and I am sure the buyers will benefit from their new purchases. We wish Neil and Jayne well in whatever they do in the future. We will certainly be seeing plenty of Neil in the next few years as he was elected President of the Society at the AGM in June, so his knowledge and input in to the Society will continue.

The show season continues to be hit by the problems of TB restrictions and it is never easy preparing and taking cattle to shows. We are very grateful to those members who put a lot of time and effort in to showing as it is the best way to promote the breed. We welcomed an overseas Judge, Neville Mueller from Australia to judge our National Show at the Cheshire Show and congratulations to the Collins family winning the Championship with their outstanding heifer Churchroyd Peggy 19.

During 2014 the Society had a bigger presence at some of the summer shows. The Royal Highland show marquee was a larger stand which was shared with the Beef Shorthorn Society and Crystalyx sponsored the stand in return for a presence on the stand. This arrangement worked very well and we are very grateful to Crystalyx for their support. We also shared a marquee with the Beef Society at the Great Yorkshire Show and also at the Royal Welsh Show where we had not previously had a stand. It is never easy to quantify the benefits of stands at shows but it is also an important part of the breed’s publicity and so Council decided that in 2015 the available resources would be directed towards the stands at shows which had proved the most successful. They decided therefore that the Society would not be taking stand space at the Dairy Expo at Carlisle and the Livestock event at the NEC. This is not a reflection on the success of these respective events but merely an attempt to justify and target the publicity towards the shows and events which had seen to be most beneficial to the Society.

Red Cattle Genetics continues to source and market new Shorthorn bulls and currently have three new bulls on centre which it is hoped will produce sexed semen. Sales

HQ News: of sexed semen have certainly exceeded our expectations and stocks have sold out very quickly. RCG is also having a January sale in order to stimulate further demand. All dairy semen ordered in January will be sold at 20% discount off the normal price. This is applicable only to January orders so if you are going to need semen now is the time to buy it.

The Society’s gold cup award is a very prestigious competition to win and is awarded to the animal with the highest total weight of fat and protein which has been awarded a Society diploma for consistent milking and regular breeding. To qualify for a diploma an animal must have produced an average of 6000Kg of milk with a minimum combined average total of 7% fat and protein and a minimum average of 3.2% protein over 3 lactations and have produced 4 full time calves as separate calvings within a period of 3tears and 4 months. All animals which have been awarded a diploma are automatically entered for the gold cup. Diplomas are not easy to achieve and if you think you have cows which qualify for a diploma it is well worth applying for one. All animals which are awarded a diploma are also automatically awarded a star in the star brood cow recognition programme. Application forms for diplomas can be downloaded from the website.

The Morrisons traditional beef scheme has been a huge success and Morrisons are looking to source more Beef Shorthorn sired animals for the scheme. They are currently taking Beef Shorthorn sired animals from the dairy herd and if anyone has any Beef Shorthorn sired calves out of their Dairy Shorthorn cows please let us know and we will put you in touch with Jim Holden of Morrisons who will help to place these calves/stores on to approved finishing units. We are hoping to get someone from Morrisons to speak to members at our next Council meeting which will be after the President’s dinner in Shropshire in March.

The meeting will be open to all members and it will be an ideal opportunity to find out more about the scheme works. Details of the date and venue will be circulated in the New Year.

My thanks go to my staff here at Stoneleigh for their efforts in providing members with a first class service and to our President Neil Madeley and all the Council members for giving of their valuable time for the benefit of the breed.

Frank Milnes Looking at the list of diploma winners and milk yield certificate winners, practically all of the cows are classified VG or EX – interesting! shorthorn

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Bilbro Flora Gwynne 8

Thank you to Ian Harries and Jonathon Wyatt for their purchases at the Sale

Bilbro Rosebud

Mr M Jackson 6 Millers Road, Thirsk, North Yorkshire.

YO7 1UG tel: 01845 527992 mob: 07710 601561 3

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Presidents Report It was a very proud moment for me and my family when I became president at the Annual General meeting in June and I know my father was immensely proud to have both his brother and son act as president.

I would like to thank the Robinson family for hosting a very successful AGM and judging day. It was fitting James was made vice president. As we enter some very uncertain times with volatile world markets and the end of milk quotas to name just two, I do feel it is very important that when members are tightening their belts that registering their cattle remains a priority as pedigree stock are already a premium especially with the never ending tide of TB. It is on the move into new areas all the time so it seems.

Pedigree stock at society sales is also making good prices. As a theme for my presidency I would like to try and encourage all members to promote the breed and its undoubted qualities whenever possible and always remember you are not really heard if you shout down a well. (one of father’s many sayings!) it is annoying when you see foreign breeds being imported for dairy farmers to try and strengthen their black and whites, when we have a far better product and of course suit British conditions.

I recently asked a neighbour why he had used a foreign breed and not look at shorthorns and he looked totally blank and had no answer only that the foreign breed had more publicity.

I would like to thank all the members for their kind thoughts during our life changing decision. I would also like to thank the council and committee members and RCG directors for all their hard work given freely. Finally thank you Frank and the staff for their smooth running of the office.

I wish you a happy new year and hope 2015 is more prosperous than 2014. On a personal note thank you to everyone who purchased at our dispersal sale. We hope the cows do as well for you as they had for me.

Neil Madeley

‘J’

Is the Year Letter for 2015

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Regulations for Registrations in Coates’s Herd Book Due to amendments in the EC rules for pedigree registrations we have amended our own registration requirements, for entry in to Coates’s Herd Book (dairy) The following rules for registrations in Coates’s Herd book have been agreed by Council in consultation with DEFRA and ADAS. These rules fully comply with the amended EC directive 2007/371/ EC and apply to all registrations from January 1st 2008.

Main Register Animals 87.5% Shorthorn and above to be registered in this section with the actual calculated percentage figure displayed and the word “pure” printed on the certificate.

The herd book number to contain the suffix 7 after the breed code to denote main register eg 02712345

Supplementary Register Animals 25% and over but under 87.5% Shorthorn to be registered in this section with the actual calculated percentage of Shorthorn blood and the words “Supplementary Register” printed on the certificate. The herd book number to contain the suffix 8 after the breed code to denote supplementary register eg 02812345 Females from this register attaining 87.5% would be eligible to enter the pure section.

Appendix Register Animals < 25% Shorthorn or not of shorthorn colour to be entered in this section and the words “Appendix register” printed on the certificate. The herd book number to contain the suffix 9 after the breed code to denote appendix register eg 02912345

Grading up register Unregistered Shorthorn type females displaying Shorthorn colour shall subject to inspection by a Society representative, be accepted as Foundation cows, and graded up to pure shorthorn as follows: Foundation crossed with registered shorthorn bull = Grade A Grade A crossed with registered Shorthorn bull = Grade B Grade B crossed with registered Shorthorn bull = pure The certificate to have the actual calculated blood percentage and the words grade A etc printed after animals name. The herd book number to contain the suffix 3 after the breed code to denote grading register eg 02312345 Only females will be allowed to enter the main section when they reach 87.5% purity.

Males from the supplementary section will not be allowed to be upgraded in to the main section, irrespective of their actual percentage purity

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New Members and Prefixes

Name Address Prefix Mr J Greenwood Pen-Y-Gelli,Pontfadog, Llangollen, Wrexham, LL20 7AU ROSWOOD Peter G Illsley Ashby de la Zouche, Leicestershire Mr R Havard RBST Mr R Havard, Rare Breed Survival Trust, Stoneleigh Park, Nr Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 2LG SURVIVAL J W Lomax Hill Chorlton Farms, Baldwins Gate, Newcastle, Staffs, ST5 5JF WHITMORE Page & Newham South Cottage, Brighton Road, Newtimber, Hassocks, Sussex, BN6 9BH NEWTIMBER Paul S Dunn New Leys Farm, Helmsley, York, YO62 5U LJ & CA Nicholson Briscoe Farm, Hutton Mulgrave, Whitby, N Yorkshire, YO21 3SF PEELWOOD Martin Tidmarsh Fold Lane Farm, Fernilee, Whaley Bridge, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 7HD FOLDSPRIDE James Gould Meadow House, Trevalyn, Rossett, Wrexham, LL12 0BT TREVALYN Andrew Hatton Middlesmoor, Harrogate, HG3 5TA LOWRIGGS Andrew Langthorne Crawford Grange, Brompton, Northallerton, N Yorkshire, DL6 2PD CRAWLANG Robert P Davis Manx Rare Breeds Ltd, Suite 3, 3rd Floor, Britannia House, Douglas, IOM MANX Richard G Rowe Higher Tregenna Farm, London Apprentice, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 7AW TREGENNA Mr & Mrs Butterfield Lingaw Farm, Bentham, Lancs, LA2 7AH INGLEVIEW Richard Thomas Neuaddlwyd, Llanfew Caeleinion, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 0HP NEUADD Aled Jones Tyn Llechwedd, Gwyddelwern, Corwen, Denbighshire, LL21 9DU LLECHWEDD Kevin J White Newhouse Farm, Swinscoe, Derbyshire, DE6 2HH SWINSCOE J & J Hollingworth & Sons Spancarr Farm, Highashes Lane, Ashover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 0LH Robert Philpott Neydown Farm, Treskinnick Cross, Poundstock, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0DU PHILPOTT Iain McGeoch Hunters Lodge, Flasby, Skipton, N Yorks SKIPDALE J & B Devine Moonboy, Cappoquin, Co Waterford, Eire MELLERAY Geraint Lewis Parc Isa, Llanrhaeadr Ym, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 0DR PARC S G Carson 23 Lisnevenagh Rd, Ballymena, Co Antrim, NI, BT42 2LH MAINE PW & CJ Scales Meadow Fm, Marsh Lane, Lower Whitley, Warrington, WA4 4EU NOTTLACE S Smith The White Lodge, Queniborough Rd, Barkby, Leics, LE7 3QJ

Shorthorn Society Show Regulations l . All Cows and Heifers are required to be entered in or eligible for entry in Coates’s Herd Book main or supplementary sections with a minimum of 25% Dairy Shorthorn blood and be red white or roan in colour.

2. Foundation and Grade A animals are not eligible to be shown.

3. An animal jointly owned by more than one member must be exhibited under the jointly owned names and if one of the joint owners bred the animal it is eligible to be shown in any exhibitor bred class.

4. No animal shall have its teats sealed nor the udder in any way ‘faked’.

No substance, or physical manipulation, shall be used to enhance the body features or character of any animal. Any infringement of this rule shall entail disqualification of the animal concerned and the exhibitor shall be reported to the Council of the Shorthorn Society. If the Shorthorn Society is notified by the Show Society of any infringement or disqualification due to “faking” then the President and Secretary of the Shorthorn Society shall convene a meeting of the disciplinary committee whose decision on any appropriate punishment will be final.

5. It is also a condition of the prize offers that the Judges be supplied with the following; information of any animal, if requested by them,

(a) The exact date of birth (b) If calved, the last date of calving.

6. Shorthorn Society show uniform of blue trousers, white shirt and Society tie to be worn by all handlers in all classes 7. Particulars of each animal, must be printed in the Catalogue.

8. Show Societies accepting Rosettes are required to provide a marked catalogue indicating Awards immediately after the Show.

9. A statement to the effect that the Shorthorn Society’s Regulations apply to the Show shall he printed in the Prize Schedule and the Catalogue.

10. Judges shall be selected from the Shorthorn Society’s list of Approved Judges.

11. Animals should not he shown if they are bred by the Judge as advertised in the Show Schedule.

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Winners of Gold Cup Year Ends 2013 Mrs Justine Worsey receives the Gold Cup from Mr Neville Mueller

Total Weight of Fat & Protein over three Overall Winner Animal Class Lactations Qualifying Lactations Mr. G. R. Worsey, Brooksteads Honey 6 EX90 2, 3 & 4 2415.00kg Roughgrounds Farm, Cubley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire. DE6 2FL Overall Reserve Winner Mr. G. R. Worsey, Brooksteads Honey 5 Roughgrounds Farm, Cubley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire. DE6 2FL

EX92

2, 3 & 4

2272.00kg

Honourable Mention Mr. N. Madeley, Nejay Erin 2 Cherry Oaks Farm, Lower Monkhall, Monkhopton, Bridgnorth, Shropshire. WV16 6XF

EX92

3, 4 & 5

2177.00kg

Winners of Diploma Awards Year Ends 2013 GG Baynes Marleycote Patricia 9 EX90 1, 2 & 3 1985kg Marleycote Gem 20 EX90 2, 3 & 4 1795kg

Marleycote Princess Jill 24 EX92 4, 5 & 6 2081kg

Marleycote Princess Jill 23 VG88 5, 6 & 7 1895kg Marleycote Patricia 6 VG86 2, 3 & 4 1841kg Marleycote Chatter 14 GP81 2, 3 & 4 1621kg G Worsey Brooksteads Jess 11 EX91 1, 2 & 3 1478kg Brooksteads Susannah VG86 1, 2 & 3 1482kg Brooksteads Jilly EX93 2, 3 & 4 2011kg Brooksteads Jess 9 EX93 3, 4 & 5 1688kg Brooksteads Melody 13 2, 3 & 4 1993kg Brooksteads Carmeta 12 VG85 5, 6 & 7 1438kg Brooksteads Honey 9 1, 2 & 3 1771kg Brooksteads Camilla GP81 2, 3 & 4 1799kg R Kite Cotonhall Moonlight 4 VG88 1, 2 & 3 1530kg Cotonhall Wild Daisy 2, 3 & 4 1824kg

Kayl Regiment Dairymaid EX90 3, 4 & 5 1926kg Rantonall Joy 67 VG88 3, 4 & 5 1457kg Cotonhall Moonlight 2 VG87 3, 4 & 5 1719kg J Hole & Sons Amber Princess Anne 68 EX94 2, 3 & 4 1900kg

Amber Barrington Iris 146 VG86 1, 2 & 3 1665kg IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Kirklevington 13 EX92 3, 4 & 5 2004kg Churchroyd Sandra EX91 2, 3 & 4 2101kg Churchroyd Dorothy 3 EX91 2, 3 & 4 2174kg J Hole & Sons Amber Princess Anne 68 EX94 1, 2 & 3 1711kg

Amber Princess Anne 51a EX92 1, 2 & 3 1660kg

Amber Princess Anne 51a EX92 2, 3 & 4 1805kg

Amber Barrington Iris 129 EX90 1, 2 & 3 1693kg

Amber Favourite Claire 28 1, 2 & 3 1594kg

Amber Barrington Iris 142 1, 2 & 3 1614kg shorthorn

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Star Brood Cows STARS NAME H.B. NO. PED % ANIMAL DOB SIRE 15 12 12 12 10 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 8 8 8 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 7 7 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

MARLEYCOTE FLEUR 02652316 HOOTON LILY FAIR 111TH 02640494 HOOTON LILY FAIR 134TH 02655230 NEJAY PRINCESS 02661071 HOOTON FAIRY DUCHESS 20TH 02652349 RODWAY RED ROSE 19TH 02660080 GELLI DARLINGTON CRAN 02671743 AMBER PRINCESS ANNE 51A 02674606 HOOTON FAIRY DUCHESS 31ST 02676463 RODWAY RED ROSE 16TH 02647928 CHURCHROYD HEATHER 17TH 02665679 MARLEYCOTE FLEUR 3RD 02665788 HOOTON FAIRY DUCHESS 18TH 02640497 TONELEA FOGGATHORPE 5TH 02647766 RODWAY LADY BARRINGTON 13TH 02670194 HOOTON TIP TOE 22ND 02674501 STRICKLEY FILLPAIL 02674862 NEJAY ERIN 2ND 02682155 MARLEYCOTE PEGGY 02647359 CHURCHROYD PEGGY 6TH 02665677 DEE FOGGATHORPE LASS 02665745 MARLEYCOTE PETAL 95TH 02671901 MARLEYCOTE SONGSTRESS 8TH 02678625 ATTWELL ANNE 02679236 COTLEY LADY BARRINGTON 83RD 02652505 RODWAY ORGINE 02653004 THORNTHWAITE WILD AGNES 146TH 02653025 CASTLEDALE RESOLVE RUTH 02658830 COTLEY FOGGATHORPE LASS 138TH 02662399 HOOTON LILY FAIR 161ST 02665700 CHURCHROYD KIRKLEVINGTON 5TH 02666553 RODWAY CLARIBEL 26TH 02666570 ELKINGTON AMBER PRINCESS 4TH 02667164 CHURCHROYD DAISY 24TH 02668388 STRICKLEY PANSY 02671080 CASTLEDALE RUTH 3RD 02671409 COTLEY FOGGATHORPE LASS 150TH 02672341 TONELEA PANSY 183RD 02672395 STRICKLEY LADY HERMIONE 4TH 02673654 HOOTON MUSICAL BOUQUET 31ST 02674492 MARLEYCOTE PRINCESS JILL 24TH 02680350 HOOTON LILY FAIR 109TH 02640498 HOOTON LILY FAIR 119TH 02645780 DUNHAM HEATHER 48TH 02654061 CASTLEDALE STRAWBERRY 2ND 02656686 CHURCHROYD BRONTE WILDEYES 13TH 02658171 RODWAY RED ROSE 20TH 02660081 RODWAY FLOWER 9TH 02660082 WREAY DAINTY PRINCESS 02661154 COTLEY ERIN 68TH 02662403 RODWAY LADY BARRINGTON 9TH 02663096 CHURCHROYD LADY BARRINGTON 12TH 02663897 STRICKLEY STARLET 51ST 02668113 CHURCHROYD BRONTE WILDEYES 19TH 02670094 MARLEYCOTE PETAL 94TH 02671034 MARLEYCOTE PRINCESS JILL 17TH 02671038 MARLEYCOTE THORNDALE BATES 78TH 02673542 STRICKLEY GERI 02673648

50.000% 18/10/1995 50.000% 02/10/1992 50.000% 21/08/1996 50.000% 13/05/1998 50.000% 09/06/1995 31.250% 28/09/1997 21.875% 12/10/1996 52.344% 30/03/2002 37.500% 23/05/2003 25.000% 21/08/1994 65.625% 16/04/1999 62.500% 15/12/1999 50.000% 25/07/1992 100.000% 19/11/1994 58.922% 20/03/2001 50.000% 10/10/2002 90.625% 20/08/2000 46.094% 28/08/2005 50.000% 25/12/1994 50.000% 21/02/1999 61.329% 30/12/1999 59.375% 07/12/2001 50.000% 08/01/2004 52.344% 12/04/2004 71.875% 27/09/1995 50.000% 28/07/1995 31.250% 30/10/1995 96.875% 30/09/1997 32.813% 18/09/1998 87.500% 07/09/1999 65.625% 07/10/1999 53.907% 02/01/2000 84.375% 03/07/1999 34.375% 16/10/2000 46.875% 16/07/2001 82.032% 30/10/2001 32.813% 15/09/2001 45.704% 03/11/2001 57.813% 16/04/2002 84.375% 29/05/2002 37.500% 17/11/2004 50.000% 31/08/1992 50.000% 25/05/1994 87.500% 14/01/1996 75.000% 18/10/1996 72.657% 20/06/1997 31.250% 28/09/1997 40.625% 25/10/1997 92.188% 08/06/1998 81.250% 04/10/1998 39.844% 12/08/1998 25.000% 08/03/1998 50.000% 23/06/2000 73.829% 24/03/2001 71.094% 05/08/2001 62.500% 13/09/2001 42.188% 08/05/2002 17.188% 23/08/1996

GLANHIRWEN FANFARE ALBRECHT ROCHESTER RED ALBRECHT ROCHESTER RED MARLEYCOTE THORNDALE PRINCE HOOTON FAIR SHARE WREAY RED DUKE RENOWN FACTOR ET - RC AMBER DAINTY STOCKMAN HEATHERSTONE V HERO RED ET BRIERY SIDE SUPERSTAR ORCHARDHOME ENCHANTER MARLEYCOTE THORNDALE CHESTER 620 BALINGSHOLM (SSR) HOOTON FAIR RESOLVE BROADLANE HISTORIAN HEATHERSTONE V HERO RED ET WINBROOK KING VIC MORWICK SAND RANGER MERIVILLE PEERLESS GRANDUC JAROMIR RED ET MARLEYCOTE THORNDALE PRINCE MARLEYCOTE JACK MORWICK SAND RANGER WINBROOK VINCE MAXTON MOSSYBANK MERIVILLE PEERLESS CLARAS ORKAN HOOTON FAIR RESOLVE SHALAMA FIREMAN RED (ET) HOOTON FAIR RESULT ORCHARDHOME ENCHANTER KINGSDALE LIBBY’S REBEL - ET ELKINGTON KING WILLIAM MIDDLEBROOK MITZY - ET STBVQ RUBENS WINBROOK KING HENRY SHALAMA FIREMAN RED (ET) SHALAMA FIREMAN RED (ET) WINBROOK DIAMOND HOOTON FAIR PERFECTION CARROUSEL REGIMENT RED (ET) USA ALBRECHT ROCHESTER RED ALBRECHT ROCHESTER RED MAXTON EDWARD HOOTON FAIR RESOLVE KENPREST MISTER PRESIDENT WREAY RED DUKE WREAY RED DUKE SEQUA BARRA SHORTY 4TH COTLEY TROOPER VALENTINE INSPIRATION SFL JUBILANT LEGEND RED WINBROOK DIAMOND HOOTON FAIR MEASURE WINBROOK KING HENRY MARLEYCOTE THORNDALE PRINCE KELLCREST ICE MAN NEWBOLDS OPPSTAD

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Star Brood Cows STARS NAME H.B. NO. PED % ANIMAL DOB SIRE

14

5

CHURCHROYD HEATHER 24TH

02675184

32.813% 23/12/2002

JEROM

5

AMBER PRINCESS ANNE 58TH

02677152

50.000% 14/08/2003

AMBER DAINTY RANGER

5

AMBER BARRINGTON IRIS 120TH 02677817

36.719% 25/10/2003

AMBER WHITE IZAAK

5

RODWAY MARIE 63RD

02677988

55.829% 30/10/2003

RODWAY MARIO 4TH

5

MARLEYCOTE PRINCESS JILL 23RD 02678624

56.250% 04/01/2004

WINBROOK CHESTERTON-ET

5

CHURCHROYD HEATHER 29TH

02680182

46.875% 06/08/2004

JEROM

5

BROOKSTEADS JESS 9TH

02682685

50.000% 22/10/2005

WENVOE BRIAR’S MASTERMAN

5

CHURCHROYD KIRKLEVINGTON 13TH 02682867

57.812% 22/12/2005

MARLEYCOTE MAVERICK

5

KAYL REGIMENT DAIRYMAID

02682989

50.000% 28/05/2005

CARROUSEL REGIMENT RED (ET) USA

5

AMBER PRINCESS ANNE 68TH

02684679

26.172% 23/11/2006

POOS STADEL CLASSIC

5

532 ST JARNA

59SRB52281-532 8.250% 25/08/2004

0131 LAMMIN LIFE

5

BROOKSTEADS JILLY

02686988

50.000% 10/10/2007

RANTONALL JACOB

4

HOOTON FAIRY DUCHESS 11TH

02623213

100.00% 06/07/1985

HOOTON FAIR TRY

4

HOOTON LILY FAIR 85TH

02626835

100.00% 18/07/1986

HOOTON FAIR TRY

4

MAXTON PROUD COUNTESS 10TH 02629186

75.00% 01/01/1900

MAXTON TOP HAT

4

WINBROOK JILL 92ND

02640283

62.50% 17/06/1992

MAXTON EDWARD

4

DRISGOL DAISY 95TH

02641478

50.00% 11/12/1992

SAXEBYN

4

HOOTON LILY FAIR 113TH

02641929

50.00% 06/04/1993

ALBRECHT ROCHESTER RED

4

CHICKLADE STRAWBERRY 241ST

02656251

25.00% 09/09/1996

SHALAMA FIREMAN RED (ET)

4

WALLHOPE FAIRY STAR 2ND

02660600

100.00% 20/03/1998

DRISGOL DAINTY PRINCE

4

COTLEY FAIRY 115TH

02662383

64.454% 30/03/1998

COTLEY CRUSADER 4TH

4

COTLEY MELODY 117TH

02662406

43.750% 09/10/1998

COTLEY CRUSADER 4TH

4

DRISGOL POLLY

02662655

43.750% 01/07/1998

MEADOWLAKE JUBILANT

4

DUNHAM TULIP 71ST

02663564

82.813% 01/02/1999

DUNHAM RESOLUTION

4

MARLEYCOTE PETAL 92ND

02665411

68.750% 28/10/1999

MARLEYCOTE COSMONAUT

4

DUNHAM CLARISSA 39TH

02666132

81.250% 24/11/1999

MAXTON BUTLER

4

CHURCHROYD MOLLY 13TH

02668377

42.188% 29/01/2000

GRANDUC JAROMIR RED ET

4

NEJAY MARCIA 15TH

02670033

62.500% 05/01/2001

GLANHIRWEN FANFARE

4

DUNHAM DUCHESS ANN 44TH

02671732

83.985% 22/09/2001

WINBROOK MAX

4

BROOKSTEADS CARMETA 9TH

02673095

37.500% 08/07/2001

PIGEONWOOD RED

4

STRICKLEY STARLET 56TH

02673658

82.813% 03/07/2002

STRICKLEY GOLD

4

STRICKLEY DAINTY PRINCESS 3RD 02677200

83.594% 04/08/2003

NEJAY PRINCE

4

HOOTON LILY FAIR 196TH

02677240

75.000% 03/06/2003

HOOTON FAIR APPEAL

4

BROADLANE FAIRY 2ND

02677863

50.000% 05/11/2003

FYN AKS

4

CHURCHROYD NICOLA 5TH

02678300

29.297% 04/10/2003

HOOTON FAIR VALUE

4

KAYL SAND POPPY

02678719

27.672% 07/01/2004

MORWICK SAND RANGER

4

CHURCHROYD PEGGY 7TH

02679064

50.000% 05/07/2002

STBVQ RUBENS

4

GELLI FLORA

02679625

43.750% 05/09/2004

STADEL

4

HOOTON TOPSY 3RD

02679846

66.016% 13/05/2004

HOOTON FAIR PERFECTION

4

RANTONALL DAINTY PRINCESS 15TH 02680117

100.000% 15/02/2004

RANTONALL MY JOY

4

DRISGOL WATERLOO 92ND

02680380

67.969% 18/09/2004

AMBER IZAAK 3RD

4

DRISGOL CLARIBEL 3RD

02680381

71.875% 18/09/2004

AMBER IZAAK 3RD

4

CASTLEDALE RUTH 4TH

02680464

82.032% 01/11/2004

WINBROOK KING HENRY

4

RANTONALL JOY 67TH

02681988

100.000% 13/08/2005

RANTONALL JACOB

4

CHURCHROYD GENTLE 59TH

02682318

37.125% 09/08/2005

CARROUSEL REGIMENT RED (ET) USA

4

CHURCHROYD DOROTHY 3RD

02685671

25.000% 16/02/2007

MARLEYCOTE MAVERICK

4

FRIDA

59DK057239-02234 8.250% 19/10/2004

FYN CENT

4

BROOKSTEADS HONEY 5TH

02686036

56.422% 01/02/2007

1433 ORRARYD

4

INCH JOAN (ET)

22000129

17.975% 02/09/2006

B JURIST

4

JURIST PANSY

59SRB44428-419 13.850% 30/05/2004

B JURIST

4

COTONHALL ROSEPETAL 2ND

02686938

0.000% 20/05/2004

JA BOB JORDON RED

4

MARLEYCOTE GEM 20TH

02687061

42.188% 03/12/2007

MORWICK SAND RANGER

4

LINCOOL HEATHER 10TH

028696474

58.496% 23/02/2007

IRTHINGVALE LILIAN’S REBEL

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Milk Yield Certificates 2014 100,000kg Certificate R & G Madeley: Rodway Flower 9 EX92

123,333kg from 19.08.1999 to 17.04.2012

Amber Lovely Lily 28 EX90

104,358kg from 16.04.2000 to 17.05.2013

Rodway Red Rose 19 EX94

100,252kg from 15.10.1999 to 08.04.2014

75,000kg Certificate J Hole & Sons: Amber Grey Dolly 10 VG85

77,807kg from 19.11.2004 to 27.03.2012

GG Baynes & Son: Marleycote Princess Jill 17 EX90

75,961kg from 04.01.2004 to 24.01.2013

Marleycote Songstress 8 EX90

75,590kg from 23.11.2006 to 13.01.2014

50,00kgs Certificate GG Baynes & Son: Marleycote Princess Jill 23 VG88

58,112kg from 15.06.2006 to 22.08.2013

Marleycote Princess Jill 24 EX91

56,483kg from 24.03.2007 to 01.07.2013

Marleycote Peggy 8 VG87

53,837kg from 19.11.2006 to 02.04.2013

Marleycote Gem 15 VG88

53,216kg from 12.03.2008 to 14.08.2013

Marleycote Peggy 13 VG85

51,492kg from 01.09.2008 to 14.04.2013

J Hole & Sons: Amber Princess Anne 58 EX93

71,015kg from 25.10.2005 to 20.12.2012

Amber Princess Anne 51a EX92

69,192kg from 16.10.2004 to 22.08.2012

Amber Dainty Princess 88 VG88

62,369kg from 18.05.2006 to 02.01.2013

Amber Barrington Iris 120 EX90

58,417kg from 27.05.2006 to 08.06.2012

Amber Barrington Iris 129 EX90

56,699kg from 14.01.2007 to 17.06.2013

Amber Favourite Claire 23 VG88

52,979kg from 11.11.2007 to 27.02.2013

Amber Favourite Claire 26 VG88

52,443kg from 02.06.2008 to 16.06.2013

R Kite: Cotonhall Rosepetal 2nd

59,487kg from 29.01.2008 to 17.06.2013

Maxton Rosebud 16 EX91

53,009kg from 19.01.2009 to 12.07.2013

Maxton Rachael VG88

51,224kg from 28.03.2009 to 16.03.2014

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Type Classification Results - Excellent and Very Good Cows Class Lactation Heifer/Cow

Herd Book No. Sire

Class Lactation Heifer/Cow

Herd Book No. Sire

R & R Oakley

Mr. G. Booth - BEECHVIEW EX 92 3 BEECHVIEW ARUDOLF CECILIA 028699901 KAMPS-HOLLOW ARUDOLF-RED VG 87 1 MONASTERORIS SWEET 2ND (IRISH SH) IE-3010375-3-0441 RANTONALL SILAS EX 92 5 BEECHVIEW RC NANCY 2ND 02685329 RODWAY COLOMBUS ALVERN EX 90 5 BEECHVIEW RL JANELLE 028699339 RODWAY COLOMBUS VG 87 2 YEWTREE RETINUE IRIS 029693500 COGENT RETINUE RED EX 90 3 BEECHVIEW BS WHITETAIL 2ND 028691129 BEECHVIEW STOWDAMSHOF VG 87 2 RODWAY MARIE 76TH 028695476 TREETON PIMP (IMP SEMEN AUS) (HOL) VG 86 2 YEWTREE PLATO DAISY 028703573 OCEANBRAE LOGICS PLATO EX 90 5 BEECHVIEW RC MARCIA 02685332 RODWAY COLOMBUS (IMPORTED SEMEN) EX 90 4 BEECHVIEW BS NANCY 2ND 023688106 BEECHVIEW STOWDAMSHOF (HOL) J. Hole and Sons Ltd. - AMBER VG 88 2 BEECHVIEW ARUDOLF CECILIA 2ND 028700458 KAMPS-HOLLOW ARUDOLF-RED EX 94 6 AMBER PRINCESS ANNE 68TH 02684679 POOS STADEL CLASSIC VG 85 1 BEECHVIEW COOL CECILIA 2ND 029700462 COOLEY STADE RED ET EX 92 9 AMBER PRINCESS ANNE 51A 02674606 AMBER DAINTY STOCKMAN Mr. D.G. Wainwright - BOOTHDALE VG 89 3 AMBER DAINTY PRINCESS 125TH 028691929 FRADON JET RED VG 89 4 BOOTHDALE FERGUS 9TH 02685338 NEJAY ROYALTY VG 88 3 AMBER SWEET FRAGRANCE 16TH 028691944 FRADON JET RED VG 87 4 BOOTHDALE LADY LAURA 3RD 028688500 HOOTON FAIR ESTEEM VG 88 5 AMBER DAINTY PRINCESS 103RD 02685128 POOS STADEL CLASSIC VG 86 1 AMBER PRINCESS ANNE 89TH 028699539 KC ROSES CHATTER RED Chichester College - BRINSBURY VG 86 2 AMBER FAVOURITE CLAIRE 36TH 028693281 AMBER CLASSIC PRINCE EX 90 5 BRINSBURY BARONESS 2ND 02684557 RANTONALL ALLAN VG 86 4 AMBER VERACITY 16TH 028689519 AMBER PEREGRINE VG 86 1 BRINSBURY MOLLY 6TH 028704826 LLANDOVERY VERBS VISCOUNT VG 85 1 AMBER FAVOURITE CLAIRE 43RD 029698949 KAMPS-HOLLOW ARUDOLF-RED (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 85 2 AMBER FAVOURITE CLAIRE 42ND 028697346 KAMPS-HOLLOW ARUDOLF RED ET VG 86 10 RANTONALL BARONESS 44TH 02676953 RANTONALL BARNABAS VG 85 2 AMBER FAVOURITE CLAIRE 40TH 028696906 AMBER CLASSIC PRINCE VG 85 3 BRINSBURY MOLLY 5TH 028704822 APRIL DAY WISCONSIN-RED VG 85 3 AMBER LOVELY LILY 31ST 028691935 AMBER CLASSIC PRINCE VG 85 1 BRINSBURY MILLICENT 10TH 028702175 LLANDOVERY VERBS VISCOUNT Mrs J Llewellyn - ASHGROVE (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 85 1 BRINSBURY STRAWBERRY DAIRYMAID 11TH 028699841 APRIL DAY WISCONSIN-RED EX 91 6 RODWAY MARIE 65TH 02681915 RODWAY STARR TURN VG 85 1 BRINSBURY GENTLE 3RD 028699694 APRIL DAY WISCONSIN-RED EX 91 8 RODWAY TINY 229TH 02674076 VALLEYHILL PEERLESS CHAMP EX 90 3 ASHGROVE MARIE 028699402 RODWAY OTHELLO Mrs. M.I. Coulthard - BRISCOLL VG 85 1 RODWAY ALIKA 2ND 028700597 RODWAY REUBEN EX 90 4 NEWPARK BATES DUCHESS 9TH 028688947 LONGRIDGE STARR VG 85 2 ASHGROVE TINY 3RD 028699405 RODWAY OTHELLO VG 87 2 BRISCOLL TIGER LILY 7TH 028698251 CHURCHROYD BEN VG 85 3 ASHGROVE LADY BARRINGTON 3RD 028699401 RODWAY OTHELLO VG 85 1 NEWPARK DIGITALIS 15TH 028699641 KIRKBRYDE ROYAL EVENT VG 85 3 ASHGROVE TINY 2ND 028692703 RODWAY OTHELLO VG 85 2 BRISCOLL GRACEFUL LADY 7TH 028698022 CHURCHROYD BEN VG 85 3 ASHGROVE MARIE 2ND 028692702 CHURCHROYD GENERAL JACK VG 85 2 BRISCOLL BEN ERIN 028696543 CHURCHROYD BEN Mr J Fox - BALLINACREGG VG 85 1 KILSALLY LADY NOTTINGHAM 2ND 02679642 WINBROOK KING HENRY EX 93 BALLINACREGG BELLE 3RD 02681271 KATSHAAR BRENDAN W.D. and B Norbury and Sons - BROADLANE EX 91 BALLINACREGG BELLE 5TH 028692208 KAMPJES WHITE WONDER EX 91 1 BROADLANE KING LOUIS 028696590 BROADLANE FABIAN EX 90 BALLINACREGG JENNIE DEANS 2ND 02670496 CARROWHUBBOCK TWO SCOOPS Mr. G.R. Worsey - BROOKSTEADS VG 87 BALLINACREGG LILY 2ND 028705669 NOTTESTAD (NR) BROOKSTEADS JILLY 02686988 RANTONALL JACOB VG 87 BALLINACREGG JULIANA 5TH 028692211 KINGSDALE LIBBY’S REBEL - ET EX 92 5 EX 90 6 BROOKSTEADS CARMETA 15TH 02683663 TONELEA WILD KING VG 86 BALLINACREGG BELLE 7TH (IRISH SH) IE181416970400 HARD CORE OTHELLOS VG 88 3 BROOKSTEADS JILLY 2ND 023693293 TONELEA WILD KING MOONSHINE (IMP SEMEN) BROOKSTEADS MELODY 19TH 028692729 VG 86 BALLINACREGG JENNIE DEANS 8TH (IRISH SH) IE181416970383 KINGSDALE LIBBY’S VG 86 3 VG 85 3

BROOKSTEADS NAOMI 11TH

027692646 TONELEA WILD KING REBEL - ET VG 85 4

BROOKSTEADS STAR 15TH

027690073 ORCHARDHOME LORD WALTON VG 86 BALLINACREGG JENNIE DEANS 6TH 028705667 KAMPJES WHITE WONDER VG 86 BALLINACREGG BARRINGTON 028692215 KINGSDALE LIBBY’S REBEL - ET 3RD VG 86 BALLINACREGG JENNIE DEANS 11TH 028692213 KINGSDALE LIBBY’S REBEL - ET Mr I McLean & Sons - BUSHMILLS VG 86 BALLINACREGG JENNIE DEANS 7TH 028692209 KAMPJES WHITE WONDER VG 89 2 MARLEYCOTE PRINCESS JILL 31ST 028701845 MARLEYCOTE RAMPAGE VG 86 BALLINACREGG JULIANA 3RD 02678802 B JURIST Mr L Lloyd - CARADOG VG 85 BALLINACREGG LILY 028705668 KATSHAAR BRENDAN VG 86 1 CARADOG ROYAL LOWRI 028701093 NEJAY ROYALTY VG 85 BALLINACREGG JENNIE DEANS 12TH 028695576 CARKIN VG 85 BALLINACREGG BELLE 11TH 028692246 NOTTESTAD (NR) VG 85 1 KIDSTONES YANA 7TH 028700177 BRIAR FACTOR SABRE - RED - ET VG 85 BALLINACREGG JENNIE DEANS 3RD 02678803 B JURIST Mr. N.G. Stockdale - CASTLEDALE Mr James Lambe - BALLYTRAIN EX 91 4 CASTLEDALE RUTH 9TH 028688109 WINBROOK KING HENRY EX 90 BALLYTRAIN PAMELA (IRISH SH) IE291195530307 VINRA FROST TED CASTLEDALE ROSE 6TH 02681152 WINBROOK KING HENRY EX 90 BALLYTRAIN MARINA 2ND 029697071 CARROWHUBBOCK AMERICAN EX 91 6 VG 85 1 CASTLEDALE RUTH 13TH 027698356 OXTON BOUNDLESS MAN Mr P Bull – CASTLESIDE EX 90 BALLYTRAIN LADYBIRD 3RD 028690070 CARROWHUBBOCK FALDO (IRISH SH) VG 85 2 CASTLESIDE BEN LUMINOUS 023691004 CHURCHROYD BEN VG 89 BALLYTRAIN JULIA 028690004 KINGSDALE LIBBY’S REBEL - ET CHISHILLWAYS VG 88 BALLYTRAIN JODIE 2ND 028697117 CHURCHROYD MARS BAR VG 87 2 KILSALLY WILD HEATHER 02680560 BEECHVIEW CHAMPION VG 88 BALLYTRAIN DIAMOND ROSE 028690435 INNISFAIL PRINCE OF DIAMONDS CHORLTON (IMP) (US) DUNHAM DAFFODIL 46TH 028700047 KAYL WALKABOUT VG 88 BALLYTRAIN DEVINA 027690006 INNISFAIL PRINCE OF DIAMONDS VG 86 1 I.R.G. Collins & Partners - CHURCHROYD (IMP) (US) VG 88 BALLYTRAIN PENNY 023697090 CARROWHUBBOCK FALDO EX 96 7 CHURCHROYD HEATHER 29TH 02680182 JEROM (IRISH SH) EX 94 4 CHURCHROYD HEATHER 43RD 028688076 ATTWELL ATOM VG 87 BALLYTRAIN JENNY DEANS 2ND (IRISH SH) IE291195570335 RANSBORO KATE’S EX 93 5 HUTCHINWOOD KIAN SWEETROSE 15TH 028695558 KIAN CRUSADER EX 93 7 CHURCHROYD GOLDEN DROP 30TH 02682317 MARLEYCOTE COSMONAUT VG 87 BALLYTRAIN ROSE 71ST (IRISH SH) IE291195540373 CARROWHUBBOCK AMERICAN EX 92 1 CHURCHROYD FOGGATHORPE V 028700477 CHURCHROYD VICTOR MAN EX 92 0 CHURCHROYD KING WILLIE 028700476 CHURCHROYD KING KONG VG 87 BALLYTRAIN JENNIE DEANS 24TH 028705917 RODWAY MAX EX 92 6 CHURCHROYD KIRKLEVINGTON 13TH 02682867 MARLEYCOTE MAVERICK VG 87 BALLYTRAIN LADYBIRD 4TH 028696985 CHURCHROYD MARS BAR EX 91 3 CHURCHROYD HEATHER 49TH 028691320 CHURCHROYD LUCKY VG 87 BALLYTRAIN CHER 9TH 028696978 CHURCHROYD MARS BAR EX 91 4 CHURCHROYD PEGGY 13TH 028688689 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 87 BALLYTRAIN KANVAS 028696974 MAXTON INVADER EX 91 5 CHURCHROYD MISCHIEF 3RD 02685634 CHURCHROYD GENERAL JACK VG 87 BALLYTRAIN VIOLET 4TH 028690441 CARROWHUBBOCK FALDO EX 91 6 CHURCHROYD HEATHER 32ND 02681383 MARLEYCOTE COSMONAUT (IRISH SH) EX 91 7 CHURCHROYD LADY ROSE 12TH 02678306 MARLEYCOTE JACK VG 87 BALLYTRAIN ROSE 78TH 027690454 CARROWHUBBOCK AMERICAN EX 90 1 CHURCHROYD PLANET 028705477 CHURCHROYD PLUTO MAN EX 90 3 CHURCHROYD PEGGY 15TH 028695507 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 86 BALLYTRAIN PAMELA 7TH 028697119 CHURCHROYD MARS BAR EX 90 3 CHURCHROYD NICOLA 9TH 028692287 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 86 BALLYTRAIN CHER 6TH 028697092 GOLD MINE EBROSE STETSON EX 90 3 CHURCHROYD DOROTHY 4TH 028692286 CHURCHROYD LUCKY 868-P (IMP SEMEN USA) EX 90 3 CHURCHROYD KIRKLEVINGTON 17TH 028689281 INNISFAIL PRINCE OF DIAMONDS VG 86 BALLYTRAIN VIOLET 6TH 028697069 GOLD MINE EBROSE STETSON (IMP) (US) 868-P (IMP SEMEN USA) EX 90 4 CHURCHROYD GENTLE 76TH 028689280 CHURCHROYD PLUTO VG 86 BALLYTRAIN PRIMROSE 17TH 028692970 CARROWHUBBOCK FALDO EX 90 3 CHURCHROYD FAY 4TH 028688755 ATTWELL ATOM (IRISH SH) EX 90 4 CHURCHROYD LILIAN 10TH 028688688 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 86 BALLYTRAIN PRIMROSE 16TH 028692955 CARROWHUBBOCK FALDO EX 90 4 CHURCHROYD GWEN 8TH 02683961 MARLEYCOTE MAVERICK (IRISH SH) EX 90 7 CHURCHROYD KIRKLEVINGTON 13TH 02682867 MARLEYCOTE MAVERICK VG 86 BALLYTRAIN FANNY 3RD 028692952 CARROWHUBBOCK FALDO EX 90 6 CHURCHROYD GENTLE 59TH 02682318 CARROUSEL REGIMENT RED (IRISH SH) (ET) USA VG 86 BALLYTRAIN PAMELA 4TH 028690002 INNISFAIL PRINCE OF DIAMONDS VG 89 2 CHURCHROYD PAMELA 15TH 028696198 CHURCHROYD VICTOR (IMP) (US) VG 89 3 CHURCHROYD HEATHER 50TH 028691963 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 85 BALLYTRAIN JODIE (IRISH SH) IE291195560524 VINRA FROST TED VG 88 1 CHURCHROYD KING WILLIE 028700476 CHURCHROYD KING KONG VG 85 BALLYTRAIN PRIMROSE 14TH 028697100 CHURCHROYD MARS BAR VG 88 2 CHURCHROYD GENTLE 87TH 028698627 CHURCHROYD KING KONG VG 85 BALLYTRAIN HEATHER 2ND 028696971 HARD CORE OTHELLOS VG 88 2 DEE AUTUMN 8TH 028696396 KC ROSES CHATTER RED MOONSHINE (IMP SEMEN) VG 88 3 CHURCHROYD PAMELA 14TH 028691965 CHURCHROYD PLUTO VG 85 BALLYTRAIN CHER 4TH 027690425 CARROWHUBBOCK AMERICAN MAN

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Type Classification Results - Excellent and Very Good Cows Class Lactation Heifer/Cow

Herd Book No. Sire

I.R.G. Collins & Partners - CHURCHROYD VG 88 2 CHURCHROYD GWEN 11TH 028691322 CHURCHROYD LUCKY VG 88 4 CHURCHROYD GWEN 10TH 028688694 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 88 3 CHURCHROYD PEGGY 13TH 028688689 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 88 4 CHURCHROYD LADY WALTON 9TH 02687082 CHURCHROYD GENERAL JACK VG 88 4 CHURCHROYD HEATHER 42ND 02687075 ATTWELL ATOM VG 87 1 CHURCHROYD HOLMES 2ND 028700481 DRISGOL WATZON VG 87 1 CHURCHROYD LADY ROSE 18TH 028699291 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 87 2 CHURCHROYD PEGGY 16TH 028697213 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 87 3 CHURCHROYD LILIAN 15TH 028696197 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 87 3 CHURCHROYD STRAWBERRY 2ND 028695509 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 87 2 CHURCHROYD GENTLE 82ND 028695499 PANORAMA ARAMIS (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 87 2 CHURCHROYD TELLURIA FLOWER 6TH 028692288 CHURCHROYD PLUTO VG 86 1 CHURCHROYD GENTLE 90TH 028700198 DRISGOL WATZON VG 86 1 CHURCHROYD NICOLA 11TH 028698635 ATTWELL ATOM VG 86 1 CHURCHROYD BRONTE WILDEYES 35TH 028698623 CHURCHROYD KING KONG VG 86 2 CHURCHROYD BUTTERBUR 6TH 028698114 KC ROSES CHATTER RED VG 86 2 CHURCHROYD LOFTY 2ND 028696738 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 86 3 CHURCHROYD FAY 6TH 028691325 CHURCHROYD PLUTO VG 86 2 CHURCHROYD GREY QUEEN 11TH 028691323 CHURCHROYD LUCKY VG 86 3 CHURCHROYD GWEN 10TH 028688694 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 85 1 CHURCHROYD LADY WALTON 15TH 028701188 CHURCHROYD DUKE (ET) VG 85 1 CHURCHROYD GOLDWIN (ET) 028700480 PANORAMA ARAMIS (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 85 1 CHURCHROYD HEATHER 61ST (ET) 028700204 LADINO PARK TALENT VG 85 1 CHURCHROYD GWEN 14TH 028699289 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 85 1 CHURCHROYD BRONTE WILDEYES 37TH 028699286 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 85 2 CHURCHROYD HEATHER 56TH 028697209 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 85 2 DEE PANSY 13TH 028696402 KC ROSES CHATTER RED VG 85 2 CHURCHROYD STRAWBERRY 2ND 028695509 CHURCHROYD VICTOR VG 85 2 CHURCHROYD FAY 7TH 028695506 PANORAMA ARAMIS (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 85 3 CHURCHROYD BUTTERBUR 4TH 028691960 CHURCHROYD LUCKY VG 85 1 CHURCHROYD MADGE 3RD 023698632 CHURCHROYD KING KONG Mr & Mrs DR & J Harries - CILIAUWEN VG 85 2 CILIAUWEN WATERLOO BELL 2ND 027696158 PANORAMA ARAMIS (IMP SEMEN AUS) Mr R.G. Kite - COTONHALL EX 91 3 COTONHALL JOY 3RD 028695416 RIVERDANE ADVENTURE RED EX 90 4 COTONHALL CLARISSA 028689254 JA BOB JORDAN RED EX 90 4 ELKINGTON NELLIE 17TH 02687109 POOS STADEL CLASSIC EX 90 5 RODWAY LADY LAURA 73RD 02685395 RODWAY REBEL PRINCE EX 90 5 DEE DOMINO 5TH 02684364 POOS STADEL CLASSIC VG 88 6 MAXTON RACHAEL 02684060 ELKINGTON MAGIC VG 88 2 COTONHALL CHERRY 4TH 023697605 ORBE-VIEW S STRM HVEZDA VG 88 3 COTONHALL MOONLIGHT 6TH 023695239 COTONHALL SUPREME VG 87 2 COTONHALL BURROWS 2ND 029695419 KHW REDBULL VG 87 2 COTONHALL LOFTY 028698299 GMC REBEL LOGIC VG 87 2 COTONHALL JOY 5TH 028698296 BIG APPLE RED ET VG 87 3 COTONHALL EBONY 023691025 CHURCHROYD BEN VG 86 2 COTONHALL MONICA 3RD 029696730 RODWAY REUBEN VG 86 1 COTONHALL DEWDROP 028700376 COTONHALL STORMBREAKER VG 86 2 KAYL PROUD COUNTESS 32ND 028695862 PANORAMA ARAMIS (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 86 3 COTONHALL BLOSSOM 2ND 028695238 NEJAY ERIC VG 85 1 COTONHALL DEWDROP 2ND 028700384 SIR RIDGEDAL RUSTLER RED VG 85 1 COTONHALL ROSEPETAL 4TH 028698098 GMC REBEL LOGIC VG 85 2 KAYL MAGICAL MILLIE 028695860 OXTON BOUNDLESS VG 85 2 COTONHALL SUNBEAM 4TH 023698303 MYSHA-WO BIESTAR LYMAN (IMP SEMEN USA) VG 85 2 COTONHALL MACY 2ND 023696728 RANTONALL RAMBO Mr. S.V.B. Thomas - DRISGOL EX 93 7 DRISGOL DINNIE 8TH 02681522 ALMERE PERICLEES EX 93 8 DRISGOL CLARIBEL 3RD 02680381 AMBER IZAAK 3RD EX 93 7 DRISGOL WATERLOO 92ND 02680380 AMBER IZAAK 3RD EX 92 3 DRISGOL DAISY 125TH 028689884 CARROUSEL DISRIGENE RED EX 91 3 DRISGOL DIANA 62ND 028691472 DRISGOL MADONNAS PRINCE EX 91 4 DRISGOL FANNY 19TH 028688393 TONELEA WILD KING VG 87 3 DRISGOL BELLA 77TH 028691467 DRISGOL MADONNAS PRINCE VG 87 3 DRISGOL MABEL 46TH 028691407 MARLEYCOTE THUNDER ET VG 86 1 DRISGOL LADY SYBELLA 83RD 029700149 AALSHORST PLEASURE VG 86 1 DRISGOL DIANA 80TH 028701866 OLDI SEMAIN RED FH3364 VG 86 1 DRISGOL BELLADONNA 228TH 028701506 DRISGOL MADONNAS PRINCE VG 86 1 DRISGOL BELLADONNA 223RD 028700125 PANORAMA LANDMINE (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 86 3 DRISGOL BELLADONNA 192ND 028691474 DRISGOL MADONNAS PRINCE VG 86 3 DRISGOL MABEL 51ST 028691443 DRISGOL WATZON VG 86 1 PENNYGATE FANNY 02683131 NORTHEND EDWARDS BERTIE (IMP SEMEN USA) VG 85 1 DRISGOL SONGSTRESS 30TH 028701874 HEJA SPENCER LEIPO VG 85 1 DRISGOL MABEL 60TH 028701535 LLANDOVERY JINNYS EMPIRE (AUS) VG 85 1 DRISGOL BELLA 88TH 028701522 LLANDOVERY JINNYS EMPIRE (AUS) VG 85 1 DRISGOL DIANA 82ND 028701516 ELKINGTON MOONSHINE (ET) VG 85 1 DRISGOL BELLADONNA 229TH 028701507 DRISGOL WATZON VG 85 1 KILSALLY BRIDGET 3RD 02686052 GOLD MINE EBROSE STETSON 868-P (IMP SEMEN USA)

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Herd Book No. Sire

Mr. G. Royle - DUNHAM EX 93 7 DUNHAM CLARISSA 50TH 02680343 HOOTON FAIR ACHIEVEMENT EX 92 5 DUNHAM COWSLIP 53RD 02685516 WINBROOK VINNIE EX 91 6 DUNHAM HEATHER 84TH 02684598 DUNHAM NOBILITY EX 91 7 DUNHAM DUCHESS ANN 60TH 02680338 DUNHAM JUBILEE DUKE EX 90 4 DUNHAM TULIP 115TH 02687138 DUNHAM NOBILITY EX 90 5 DUNHAM HEATHER 84TH 02684598 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 89 1 DUNHAM VISCOUNT 028696966 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 89 4 DUNHAM ROSEMARY 46TH 027690172 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 89 5 DUNHAM DUCHESS ANN 70TH 02686610 WINBROOK VINNIE VG 89 7 DUNHAM TULIP 107TH 02684167 DUNHAM RESOLUTION VG 88 2 DUNHAM MARGARET 121ST 028696638 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 88 3 DUNHAM MARGARET 118TH 028692441 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 88 4 DUNHAM CROCIA 79TH 02687134 WINBROOK VINNIE VG 88 5 DUNHAM JILL 30TH 02684962 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 88 6 DUNHAM PANSY 42ND 02682397 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 88 3 DUNHAM CROCIA 34TH 02631239 MAXTON CLERIC VG 87 3 DUNHAM WILD QUEEN 52ND 028691001 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 87 3 DUNHAM ROSEMARY 47TH 028691000 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 87 3 DUNHAM TULIP 122ND 028689708 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 87 3 DUNHAM WILD HONEY 97TH 027692097 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 87 6 DUNHAM WATERLOO BELL 63RD 02682398 HOOTON FAIR ACHIEVEMENT VG 86 1 DUNHAM COWSLIP 57TH 028700051 TWELLS BARRINGTON GRANGE 5TH VG 86 1 DUNHAM ROSEMARY 57TH 028699851 KAYL WALKABOUT VG 86 2 DUNHAM DUCHESS ANN 75TH 028693286 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 86 2 DUNHAM DUCHESS ANN 74TH 028693074 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 86 4 DUNHAM HEATHER 95TH 028690170 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 86 4 DUNHAM MARGARET 113TH 028689199 WINBROOK VINNIE VG 86 4 DUNHAM HEATHER 91ST 028688601 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 86 4 DUNHAM CLARISSA 56TH 028688311 WINBROOK VINNIE VG 86 2 DUNHAM TULIP 137TH 027696640 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 86 2 DUNHAM CROCIA 86TH 027696449 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 86 3 DUNHAM ROSEMARY 46TH 027690172 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 86 4 DUNHAM DUCHESS ANN 70TH 02686610 WINBROOK VINNIE VG 85 3 DUNHAM TULIP 149TH 028700053 KAYL WALKABOUT VG 85 1 DUNHAM TULIP 144TH 028698901 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 85 2 DUNHAM TULIP 134TH 028696174 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 85 2 DUNHAM MARGARET 118TH 028692441 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 85 3 DUNHAM ROSEMARY 50TH 028692313 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 85 2 DUNHAM ROSEMARY 49TH 028692099 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD VG 85 4 DUNHAM CLARIBEL 167TH 028688605 WINBROOK VINNIE VG 85 3 DUNHAM TULIP 128TH 027692892 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 85 3 DUNHAM TULIP 127TH 027692596 DUNHAM NOBILITY VG 85 6 DUNHAM CLARIBEL 162ND 02685209 DUNHAM DISCOVERY Mr. E. Crank - EARLSGIFT EX 92 5 AVONDALE ADA 4TH 02684200 DRISGOL WATZON EX 91 5 AVONDALE LILY FAIR 4TH 028688095 DRISGOL WATZON EX 90 6 EARLSGIFT MERRYMAID 2ND 02684074 DRISGOL WATZON EX 90 7 EARLSGIFT FURBELOW ELSIE 02684064 EARLSGIFT TIMBER VG 89 4 IRTHINGVALE WATZON LILLIAN 028698563 DRISGOL WATZON VG 88 3 EARLSGIFT FILLPAIL FAE 5TH 028688700 DRISGOL WATZON VG 87 3 DEE THORNDALE QUEEN 8TH 027693437 OXTON LORD FOGGATHORPE VG 86 4 EARLSGIFT FILLPAIL FAE 6TH 028688701 DRISGOL WATZON VG 85 1 EARLSGIFT SNOW QUEEN 2ND 028698675 STRICKLEY TRUE PERFECTION VG 85 3 AVONDALE DUCHESS 3RD 028695225 MARLEYCOTE LIGHTNING VG 85 2 AVONDALE NELLIE 4TH 028692733 DRISGOL WATZON Mr. and Mrs I.L. Harries - GELLI EX 94 4 GELLI REBEL DUCHESS 028688708 KINGSDALE LIBBY’S REBEL - ET EX 91 3 GELLI WIN JILL 2ND 028691577 HARD CORE OTHELLOS MOONSHINE (IMP SEMEN) EX 90 5 GELLI RUDOLPH JILL 02685695 GELLI RUDOLPH VG 88 1 GELLI RETINUE JILL 028699233 COGENT RETINUE RED VG 88 2 GELLI WISCONSIN TIP TOE 028696844 APRIL DAY WISCONSIN-RED VG 87 1 GELLI VISCOUNT DARLINGTON CRAN 028703575 LLANDOVERY VERBS VISCOUNT (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 87 2 GELLI HENSON LADY DARLINGTON 028697629 EOLA HENSON RED VG 87 2 GELLI DISCOVERER JILL 028696841 GELLI IPOD DISCOVERER (ET) VG 86 1 GELLI WISCONSIN TIP TOE 028696844 APRIL DAY WISCONSIN-RED VG 86 1 GELLI DISCOVERER DUCHESS 028696840 GELLI IPOD DISCOVERER (ET) VG 86 2 GELLI BEN TONNIE 028693006 CHURCHROYD BEN VG 85 1 GELLI DISCOVERER DARLINGTONCRAN 028700225 GELLI IPOD DISCOVERER (ET) VG 85 1 GELLI PIMP DUCHESS 028699232 TREETON PIMP (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 85 2 GELLI DISCOVERER PEGGY 028696842 GELLI IPOD DISCOVERER (ET) K.J. Osborne and Partners - GOODWICK VG 87 3 GOODWICK WILD QUEEN 203RD 028690341 INNISFAIL PRINCE OF DIAMONDS (IMP) (US) VG 86 1 GOODWICK WILD QUEEN 207TH 028700264 GOODWICK SOLITAIRE VG 85 3 GOODWICK SOLO 115TH 028689636 TONELEA CHANCELLOR Mr & Mrs SD & EL Preece - GRIFFIN EX 92 6 DUNHAM PANSY 43RD 02683008 DUNHAM DISCOVERY EX 90 4 GRIFFIN MAUREEN 4TH 023698187 FORTE SIMPLY RED VG 87 2 GRIFFIN MAUREEN 5TH 023698694 HOOTON FAIR RESOLVE VG 86 3 GRIFFIN ROSA 027692457 RANTONALL JOINER VG 85 2 GRIFFIN DAPHNE 6TH 023698695 HOOTON FAIR RESOLVE FR Buckingham & Son - HILLESPARK VG 85 2 DUNHAM HEATHER 101ST 028697317 NEJAY PRINCE 3RD

Type Classification Results - Excellent and Very Good Cows Class Lactation Heifer/Cow

Herd Book No. Sire

Mr. J.C Hayward - HOOTON EX 93 6 RODWAY LADY LAURA 72ND 02684445 KINGSDALE LIBBY’S REBEL - ET VG 89 4 HOOTON FOGGATHORPE 02686438 KINGSDALE LIBBY’S REBEL - ET VG 88 3 HOOTON FLORENCE 028690157 MISTER AMERY RED VG 85 2 HOOTON RED ROSE 5TH 028695698 HOOTON FAIR REFLECTION VG 85 4 CHATSWORTHPARK RUSTLER PRINCESS 02685321 SIR RIDGEDAL RUSTLER RED T J Morrison & Sons - INCH VG 87 1 INCH LENS JOAN 2ND 22000601 1678 K LENS VG 86 1 INCH LINNE FRIDA 22000762 A LINNE VG 86 1 INCH LINNE JOAN 22000761 A LINNE VG 86 1 INCH JURIST FRIDA 4TH (ET) 22000760 B JURIST G. and B. Bell - IRTHINGVALE EX 92 3 IRTHINGVALE WATZON TULIP 028705226 DRISGOL WATZON VG 85 1 IRTHINGVALE WATZON WILDMAID(B) 028708678 DRISGOL WATZON Mr. R. Boote - KAYL EX 92 7 KAYL PROUD COUNTESS 17TH 02682006 CARROUSEL REGIMENT RED (ET) USA EX 91 5 KAYL TRI NANCY 2ND 02683202 RODWAY TRIFOLIUM EX 90 3 KAYL LILY FAIR 9TH 028691894 KAYL PROUD RANGER VG 87 1 KAYL AMAZEING POPPY 028701796 NEJAY AMAZON VG 87 2 KAYL SHINING TINY 028698965 KAYL SHINING KNIGHT VG 86 1 KAYL SHINING TINY 028698965 KAYL SHINING KNIGHT VG 85 1 KAYL OUTBACK SPANGLE 028701799 KAYL OUTBACK VG 85 1 KAYL OUTBACK ROANA 028698969 KAYL OUTBACK VG 85 1 KAYL STELL NANCY 028698967 KAYL MP STELLBOUND VG 85 2 RODWAY RED ROSE 42ND 028696209 TREETON PIMP (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 85 1 KAYL SHINING KAY 028695867 KAYL SHINING KNIGHT VG 85 1 STORLEY CHLOE 023696415 STORLEY FOURWAYS Mr K Prestidge - KENPREST EX 90 3 WEAVERDALE WILD DUCHESS 98TH 028704429 AMBER LUKE EX 90 5 WINHALL JENNY 7TH 02686804 KENPREST WILDEYES KING EX 90 7 WEAVERDALE FILLPAIL FINI 16TH 02680725 WEAVERDALE SILVER CLOUD VG 88 3 RANTONALL LADY HERMIONE 2ND 027691662 RANTONALL JACOB VG 88 3 KENPREST MILLICENT 24TH 027689158 KENPREST IRIS’S GIFT VG 87 4 RANTONALL WATERLOO ROSE 59TH 027688484 RANTONALL BLUSH GLADIATOR VG 86 4 WEAVERDALE LILAC 22ND 028704415 AMBER LUKE VG 86 6 WINHALL BARONESS 9TH 02684428 RANTONALL PIONEER VG 85 2 KENPREST VERACITY 18TH 027692334 TREGEAR POYNINGS TRUMPETER 6TH David Anderson and Sons - KILLALISS VG 86 3 KILLALISS TED CRYSTAL 023693200 KILSALLY DUTCH TED Messrs. N. and R. Booth - KILSALLY EX 91 3 KILSALLY SWEET VALERIE 023691882 KILSALLY DUTCH TED EX 90 3 RODWAY LADY BARRINGTON 101ST 028695178 NEJAY ERNIE EX 90 4 KILSALLY SERAPHINA 3RD 028688039 GOLD MINE EBROSE STETSON 868-P (IMP SEMEN USA) EX 90 4 KILSALLY SNOWFLAKE 9TH 028688038 KILSALLY DUTCH TED EX 90 3 KILSALLY CHERRY BLOSSOM 2ND 023695351 DRISGOL WATZON VG 88 2 KILSALLY FOGGATHORPE 4TH 028699602 KC ROSES CHATTER RED VG 87 1 KILSALLY COUNTESS 7TH 028700304 POOS STADEL CLASSIC VG 87 1 KILSALLY JILL 14TH 028699620 POOS STADEL CLASSIC VG 87 2 KILSALLY FILLPAIL 8TH 028699615 KILSALLY DUTCH TED VG 87 2 RODWAY LADY BARRINGTON 34TH 028695188 NEJAY ERNIE VG 87 3 KILSALLY SERAPHINA 4TH 028691881 VINRA FROST TED VG 86 2 KILSALLY BRIDGET 8TH 029699604 WIILSBRO RED RAZZLE VG 86 1 KILSALLY COUNTESS 9TH 028700311 KC ROSES CHATTER RED VG 85 2 KILSALLY DUCHESS 6TH 029699606 WIILSBRO RED RAZZLE VG 85 1 KILSALLY COUNTESS 8TH 028700305 POOS STADEL CLASSIC VG 85 2 KILSALLY COUNTESS 6TH 028699612 KC ROSES CHATTER RED VG 85 2 KILSALLY SERAPHINA 6TH 028699609 VINRA FROST TED VG 85 2 KILSALLY DUCHESS 5TH 028699601 DRISGOL WATZON KIRKINRIOLA EX 91 4 INCH VALON PANSY 22000382 1750 J VALON RJB Lawson & Sons - LISMULLIGAN EX 91 4 LISNAMULLIGAN WHITETAIL 2ND 027688997 MEADOWHAVEN PRIDE’S STARR EX 90 3 LISNAMULLIGAN WHITETAIL 2ND 027688997 MEADOWHAVEN PRIDE’S STARR VG 88 5 LISNAMULLIGAN FAIRY 11TH 02686024 WENVOE BRIAR’S MASTERMAN VG 87 2 LISNAMULLIGAN PRINCESS ANNE 4TH 027696579 LISNAMULLIGAN FAIRWAY VG 85 3 LISNAMULLIGAN PRINCESS ANNE 3RD 027691592 MEADOWHAVEN PRIDE’S STARR VG 85 5 LISNAMULLIGAN TULIPA 02686068 BRACKENHURST HARRY LLANGYNIN EX 93 6 CARADOG JURIST JUDY 023704513 B JURIST EX 92 5 GELLI RUDOLPH BRIDESMAID 02686661 GELLI RUDOLPH VG 88 3 ELKINGTON NELLIE 22ND 028695249 LOUGHDALE RISING STAR RED ET VG 88 3 ELKINGTON AMBER PRINCESS 11TH 028693577 INNISFAIL PRINCE OF DIAMONDS (IMP) (US)

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Herd Book No. Sire

G.G. Baynes and Son - MARLEYCOTE EX 91 8 MARLEYCOTE SONGSTRESS 8TH 02678625 MORWICK SAND RANGER EX 91 11 MARLEYCOTE FLEUR 3RD 02665788 MARLEYCOTE THORNDALE CHESTER EX 90 5 MARLEYCOTE GEM 20TH 02687061 MORWICK SAND RANGER EX 90 6 MARLEYCOTE FLEUR 12TH 02680229 ROESBETT LAKESIDE VG 89 4 MARLEYCOTE FLEUR 24TH (ET) 028688218 MARLEYCOTE COSMONAUT VG 88 1 MARLEYCOTE GOLD BLEND 028702408 CUTHILL TOWERS AUTUMN GOLD VG 88 3 MARLEYCOTE FLEUR 33RD 028691998 LAGACE MODEM ET (AYR) VG 88 8 MARLEYCOTE PRINCESS JILL 23RD 02678624 WINBROOK CHESTERTON-ET VG 86 2 MARLEYCOTE CHATTER 16TH 028700633 MARLEYCOTE RAMPAGE VG 86 1 MARLEYCOTE SONGSTRESS 17TH 028700628 PALMYRA TRI-STAR BURDETTE ET (AYR) VG 86 2 MARLEYCOTE OLIVE 16TH 028697281 HUNDAY MAJOR VG 86 2 MARLEYCOTE PATRICIA 11TH 028696310 LLANDOVERY JINNYS EMPIRE (AUS) VG 86 4 MARLEYCOTE LORN LADY 12TH 028688465 ROSEDALE-L RAMPAGE-RED ET VG 85 2 MARLEYCOTE FLEUR 38TH 029695703 MIDDLE EMERALDS SUPREME VG 85 1 MARLEYCOTE JEN 24TH 028697277 NEJAY ROYALTY VG 85 3 MARLEYCOTE DAFFODIL 13TH 028693033 FRADON JET RED VG 85 4 MARLEYCOTE DAFFODIL 11TH 02686762 MER-GOLD AUTUMN SON - RED RST & SA Morgan - MORWOOD EX 91 4 ELKINGTON AMBER PRINCESS 10TH 028689807 LOUGHDALE RISING STAR RED ET EX 90 4 DEE LADY HERMIONE 5TH 028692489 POOS STADEL CLASSIC VG 89 4 NEJAY ACACIA 3RD 028688024 CHURCHROYD PLUTO VG 87 1 MORWOOD ERNIE SILVIA 029701446 NEJAY ERNIE VG 85 2 RODWAY SAMANTA 23RD 028698267 BROADLANE LIEUTENANT VG 85 3 DEE FOGGATHORPE LASS 7TH 028688989 WENVOE BRIAR’S MASTERMAN Mr. N. Madeley - NEJAY EX 92 1 NEJAY EARL 028699911 NEJAY ROYALTY VG 87 2 NEJAY FOGGY 90TH 028695138 NEJAY AMAZON VG 87 6 NEJAY MARCIA 17TH 02682152 MORWICK SAND RANGER VG 86 2 JIMBOB BARRINGTON DUCHESS 3RD 028696085 NEJAY ERNIE Oxton Farms - OXTON EX 93 8 OXTON FOGGATHORPE 565TH 02678994 ORCHARDHOME LORD WALTON 3RD VG 88 4 OXTON CLARISSA 23RD 027690094 DUNHAM DISCOVERY VG 88 5 OXTON FOGGATHORPE 605TH 02685308 OXTON ZEBEDEE VG 87 4 OXTON WILDEYES 633RD 027689180 OXTON ZEBEDEE VG 87 7 OXTON FOGGATHORPE 559TH 02677853 COURTOVER FELLOW VG 86 2 OXTON WINSONIA 87TH 027691065 OXTON ZEBEDEE VG 86 4 OXTON FOGGATHORPE 610TH 02686701 OXTON ZEBEDEE VG 86 5 OXTON DUCHESS 200TH 02682197 TONELEA WILD KING VG 86 7 OXTON WINSONIA 80TH 02682196 RANTONALL MY JOY VG 85 2 OXTON WILDEYES 676TH 027695587 WENVOE ROSALINDS COMMANDER VG 85 2 OXTON FOGGATHORPE 661ST 027692978 OXTON ZEBEDEE VG 85 3 OXTON FOGGATHORPE 647TH 027691061 DUNHAM DISCOVERY VG 85 3 OXTON WILDEYES 643RD 027690224 DUNHAM DISCOVERY POTTERSWALLS EX 93 5 DEE WILD QUEEN 8TH 02684359 KC ROSES CHATTER RED EX 91 3 RODWAY MARCIA 28TH 028692515 INNISFAIL PRINCE OF DIAMONDS (IMP) (US) D.J. & D.S Winnington - RANTONALL EX 90 3 RANTONALL WILD PRIMROSE 34TH 027691669 RANTONALL JACOB EX 90 3 RANTONALL JOY 85TH 027691657 RANTONALL JACOB EX 90 6 RANTONALL ADA 18TH 02682709 RANTONALL JACOB EX 90 7 RANTONALL JOY 66TH 02681987 RANTONALL JACOB EX 90 10 RANTONALL FAIRY 4TH 02676431 RANTONALL MARK EX 90 11 RANTONALL JOY 34TH 02665906 RANTONALL HEART THROB VG 89 3 RANTONALL SUSANNAH 45TH 027691640 RANTONALL JACOB VG 88 3 RANTONALL JOY 87TH 027691661 RANTONALL JACOB VG 88 3 RANTONALL LADY FURBELOW 18TH 027691327 TREGEAR POYNINGS PREMIUM VG 88 5 RANTONALL KIRKLEVINGTON 24TH 02684270 LAVERPREST PRINCE WILLIAM VG 87 3 RANTONALL DIGITALIS 28TH 027691664 RANTONALL JACOB VG 87 4 RANTONALL ROSA 15TH 02687358 RANTONALL BLUSH GLADIATOR VG 86 3 RANTONALL BARRINGTON CINDERELLA 7TH 027691645 RANTONALL JACOB VG 86 3 WINHALL KIRKLEVINGTON 7TH 027689798 KENPREST WILDEYES KING VG 86 4 RANTONALL SYMPHONY 11TH 027689122 RANTONALL BLUSH GLADIATOR VG 85 1 RANTONALL BESSIE ANNETTA 8TH 027700565 RANTONALL ROY VG 85 1 RANTONALL BARRINGTON CINDERELLA 9TH 027699200 RANTONALL ROY VG 85 1 RANTONALL WILD EYES 18TH 027696691 RANTONALL TIGER VG 85 2 RANTONALL DIGITALIS 33RD 027692351 STRICKLEY BARRIE’S CHAMP VG 85 2 RANTONALL JOY 85TH 027691657 RANTONALL JACOB VG 85 3 RANTONALL BESSIE ANNETTA 6TH 027691654 RANTONALL JACOB VG 85 3 RANTONALL GWYNNE 38TH 027691647 RANTONALL JACOB VG 85 6 RANTONALL SONGSTRESS 35TH 02684254 RANTONALL SILAS

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ROACHWOOD VG 88 3 ELKINGTON BARRINGTON 26TH 028692276 ODYSSEY MAXIMUM (ET)(CH) VG 86 2 ELKINGTON JILL 18TH 028696897 OCEANBRAE LOGICS PLATO (IMPORTED SEMEN) VG 85 1 BLACKWELLS DEWDROP 028701297 TWELLS BARRINGTON GRANGE 5TH VG 85 2 RODWAY FLORRIE 38TH 028695190 RODWAY PRINCE R & G Madeley - RODWAY EX 91 1 RODWAY BOMBER 028695187 BANKEND BROWN BOMBER Mr M Shadwick - SKYHIGH EX 90 5 RARA 1326 59SRB041002-13260 1213 PETERSLUND EX 90 6 HJARTA 811 59DK060485-01811 R DRAMA EX 90 3 SKYHIGH BANGKOK ANDERA 22000250 R BANGKOK EX 90 4 SKYHIGH FRITZ HIFA 22000111 R FRITZ VG 88 6 ELLA 875 59SRB030696-08759 221 TORPANE VG 87 2 SKYHIGH ORRARYD MORIKA 22000559 1433 ORRARYD VG 85 2 SKYHIGH BANGKOK AVID 22000271 R BANGKOK W.H. and K Robinson - STRICKLEY EX 94 1 STRICKLEY TRUE PERFECTION 02687032 HOOTON FAIR PERFECTION EX 90 4 STRICKLEY GOLDIE 198TH 028691021 STRICKLEY GOLDFINGER EX 90 6 STRICKLEY STARLET 90TH 02683809 CARROUSEL REGIMENT RED (ET) USA VG 89 5 STRICKLEY DUCHESS 29TH 028688592 DRISGOL WATZON VG 88 2 STRICKLEY STARBUD 49TH 028697604 LLANDOVERY JINNYS EMPIRE (AUS) VG 88 3 STRICKLEY GOLDIE 198TH 028691021 STRICKLEY GOLDFINGER VG 88 3 STRICKLEY LILY 12TH 028690107 INNISFAIL PRINCE OF DIAMONDS (IMP) (US) VG 88 5 STRICKLEY ANNABELLA 141ST 028688591 POOS STADEL CLASSIC VG 87 2 STRICKLEY STARBUD 48TH 028696930 NEJAY AMAZON VG 87 3 STRICKLEY ANNABELLA143RD 028692311 PANORAMA ARAMIS (IMP SEMEN AUS) VG 87 3 STRICKLEY LILY 13TH 028691022 POOS STADEL CLASSIC VG 86 1 STRICKLEY WIGGO 028702472 DRISGOL WATZON VG 86 1 STRICKLEY BARRINGTON DOT 21ST 028700208 LLANDOVERY JINNYS EMPIRE (AUS) VG 86 1 STRICKLEY ANNABELLA 153RD 028700206 NEJAY AMAZON VG 86 1 STRICKLEY LILY 15TH 028698095 LLANDOVERY JINNYS EMPIRE (AUS) VG 85 1 STRICKLEY BARRINGTON DOT 20TH 028697293 NEJAY AMAZON VG 85 2 STRICKLEY STARLET 110TH 028696143 STERNDALE ROSE ROYCE RED ET

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Sunrise Shorthorns - SUNRISE EX 95 5 LINCOOL HEATHER 10TH 028696474 IRTHINGVALE LILIAN’S REBEL Mr. J.R. Fisher - WILLOUGHBY VG 87 2 KILSALLY ROSE 3RD 02677994 WINBROOK KING HENRY G.A. and D Dent - WINBROOK EX 94 8 WINBROOK PEERESS ROSE 02676065 WINBROOK SKIPPER VG 87 4 WINBROOK MIRABELL 6TH 028688001 WINBROOK KING HENRY VG 87 5 WINBROOK DEWDROP 123RD 02686433 MARLEYCOTE MAVERICK VG 86 3 WINBROOK PEERESS ROSE 8TH 028689337 WINBROOK GILLY Wyevalley Dairy Genetics Ltd - WYEVALLEY EX 92 4 SKYHIGH BANGKOK ANDERA 22000250 R BANGKOK EX 90 7 690 ORREJA 59DK043172-01690 1213 PETERSLUND VG 87 2 SKYHIGH FACET AVID 22000701 R FACET Mr. A.V. Wright - YEWTREE EX 94 6 YEWTREE IKE DIANE 02684885 AMBER BARRINGTON IKE EX 92 4 YEWTREE RETINUE CLARA 029688460 COGENT RETINUE RED EX 92 5 YEWTREE BUTTERBOY DONNA 02684884 YEWTREE BUTTERBOY EX 91 4 YEWTREE HEATHCLIFFE MARY 028692024 YEWTREE HEATHCLIFFE EX 90 3 YEWTREE ELLIOT ERLAND 5TH 029691984 YEWTREE ELLIOT EX 90 3 YEWTREE PRINCE EMERALD 028692035 AMBER PRINCE EX 90 4 AMBER PRINCESS ANNE 72ND 02687158 MER-GOLD AUTUMN SON - RED EX 90 5 YEWTREE BUTTERBOY JAZZ 02685093 YEWTREE BUTTERBOY EX 90 6 YEWTREE BUTTERBOY DONNA 02684884 YEWTREE BUTTERBOY EX 90 7 YEWTREE HENRY ALMA 02680807 YEWTREE HENRY VG 89 4 YEWTREE ELLIOT ELSE 3RD 029691982 YEWTREE ELLIOT VG 89 4 YEWTREE ELLIOT IRIS 9TH 028692386 YEWTREE ELLIOT VG 89 6 YEWTREE IKE ERLAND 2ND 02682869 AMBER BARRINGTON IKE VG 88 3 YEWTREE ALBERT MANDY 028692382 AMBER PRINCE ALBERT VG 87 3 YEWTREE FRED DIANE 029698456 AMBER JET FRED VG 87 3 YEWTREE RED ROCK MARIE 029697498 BAILEYS RED ROCK VG 87 5 YEWTREE PRINCE HAPPY 029689918 AMBER PRINCE VG 87 2 YEWTREE ELLIOT ANNA 2ND 028698661 YEWTREE ELLIOT VG 87 3 YEWTREE PRINCE DAFFY 028692257 AMBER PRINCE VG 87 4 YEWTREE IKE ALIDIA 02687485 AMBER BARRINGTON IKE VG 86 3 YEWTREE RETINUE IRIS 029693500 COGENT RETINUE RED VG 86 3 YEWTREE PLATO DAISY 028703573 OCEANBRAE LOGICS PLATO (IMPORTED SEMEN) VG 86 5 YEWTREE RANGER STELLA 02686270 MORWICK SAND RANGER VG 85 2 YEWTREE RODNEY AMANDA 029708674 YEWTREE RODNEY VG 85 2 YEWTREE MONTY AMY 029699540 AMBER CLASSIC MONTY VG 85 1 YEWTREE CLARANCE DONNA 028706525 YEWTREE CLARENCE VG 85 3 YEWTREE ALBERT LUCY 028690473 AMBER PRINCE ALBERT VG 85 1 STOWFIELD KATHLEEN 5 021

R P E N ST E Dairy Shorthorns Est. 1969 originally Cherryripe Prefix Kenprest Guernseys

Forest Farm, Small Lane, Earlswood, Solihull, Warwickshire B94 5EL

HALE GEORGIE CRAN milking 3rd calf official weigh 37 kgs Sire: POLDEN AVALON | Dam: WAWCOTT GEORGE CRAN 27TH Family trace to STOKELYCROSS GEORGIE CRAN 36TH

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Naming Shorthorns Thanks to Kenneth Prestidge for his help and research in to the compiling of this article.

The Shorthorn Society has a list of “protected names” which can only be used when the animal to be registered traces back to the original families registered in Coates’s herd book. The following is an extract from instructions on naming Shorthorn cattle from the 1950s.

The words “Young” and “The” are not acceptable even as parts of names. Other members choose to name their animals by following the family name with a name beginning with the year letter eg Stoneleigh Crocus Heather – where H is the year letter for 2014.

The origin of these names comes from the early Shorthorn Masters such as Colling Brothers, Bates, the Booths and Amos Cruickshank, who established certain tribes or families and, finding them satisfactory, began to call the descendants in each generation by the name of the original foundation cow or of a famous dam a little higher up in the pedigree. A few instances will suffice to demonstrate the principle involved:

Finally, care should be taken to select names which are appropriate to the sexes. This may seem obvious but it is surprising how often feminine names are given to bulls and masculine names to heifers.

traced through the female line, that is, a calf belongs to the family or tribe to which its dam belongs. When the sire ONLY happens to belong to a well-known family, sometimes the breeder desires to advertise this fact, and in order to do so, he calls the calf after its sire. This is not permitted if the sires name is a protected name. It is, however, permissible where a calf is bred from parents both of which are descended from recognised families to include BOTH family names in the name of the calf, thus a calf bred from a Kirklevington sire and a Barrington dam could be named “Kirklevington Barrington”, the name of the family from which the dam is descended coming last.

Family Names – The use of which is restricted.

Selecting a Herd Prefix

Some guidance may also be welcome by new members in the matter of choosing a herd prefix. It is very desirable that a good and suitable herd prefix be selected, thus identifying the Bates’ tribes to mention are “Waterloos”, the animals with the herd in which they have been bred.

“Foggathorpes” and “Wildeyes”; the Booths produced the well-known “Bright” family, while Cruickshank established Names of large towns or well-known places are not acceptable, such noted Scottish strains as “Secrets”, “Clippers”, nor are any names covering a large area to which a number of other breeders might have an equally good claim. A “made-up” “Crocus” and “Lavenders”. name or one which is particularly associated with the herd Such families, and many others, gradually acquired big owner, the farm or some strictly local natural feature would be reputations, with the result that – rightly or wrongly-the most likely to meet with approval. It is not possible to register family name itself came to possess a commercial value of as a prefix any word that is in common use as an ordinary its own. Consequently it became a matter of importance name. When in doubt, it is advisable for applicants to submit that the family name should not be attached to any animal two or three prefixes, indicating order of preference and if which did not in fact belong to the family by female possible, reference should be first made by the applicant to descent. the list of herd prefixes registered in Coates’s Herd Book. The In Shorthorn breeding the genealogy or pedigree is Shorthorn Council approves all new prefixes.

This is the guiding principle to be observed in the use of family names and a list of these is given at the end of this article.

It should also be remembered that a word which is a registered prefix can only be used in naming by the Breeder for whose exclusive use it has been registered, a list of registered prefixes appears in Coates’s Herd Book.

Names are limited to three words but to these a numeral may be added. It should be noted that the numeral “1” is not used in naming Shorthorns. Supposing an animal be named “Rosalind” and it is desired to name similarly other females of this same family, “Rosalind 3” and so on; the numerals being applied strictly in order of date of birth and without omissions.

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Acomb Foggathorpe Missie Augusta Furbelow Nelly Lee Averne Goldie Nonpareil Avalanche Grana Uile Orange Blossom Barrington Grand Duchess Oxford Bates Greenleaf Pink Bellona Groat Princess Royal Blythsome Gwynne Pye Bracelet Jealousy Queen of Rothes Brawith Bud Jenny Lind Ramsden Bridekirk Jilt Rosewood Bryte Johnby Rose Rothes Bryte Eyes Kilblean Beauty Ringlet Broadhooks Kirklevington Secret Booths Lady Derwent Seraphina Butterfly Lady Dorothy Sharon Rose Charity Lady Fawsley Somerset Charlotte Corday Lady Nottingham Telluria Charmer Lady Windsor Thorndale Clipper Lancaster Undine Cran Laurestina Ury Maid Cressida Lavender Waterloo Darlington Luxury Wildair Duchess of Airdrie Mantalini Wildeyes Duchess of Lancaster Millicent

100 Tonne Cows Amber Lovely Lily 28 EX90 Amber Lovely Lily 28 EX90 completed her 14th lactation earlier this year, having produced a lifetime yield of 104,356kg of milk. This averaged out at 7454 kg at 3.57 B.F and 3.32 protein with a cell count of 83. Lily has been a very fertile cow, breeding regularly to first service each year. She had her first calf mid April 2000 and her 14th calf mid May 2013. This year, although slightly later she has successfully calved her 15th and is living with the rest of the milking herd in cubicles. Her progeny have been seven bulls and eight heifers, all born alive and reared. Six of her daughters are still in the Amber Herd.

These include; Lovely Lily 30 GP82 by Amber Barrington Duke 2nd, who has produced over 50 tonnes of milk at the end of her 6th lactation, 3rd calver Lovely Lily 31 VG85 and 2nd calver Lovely Lily 32 GP83, both by Amber Classic Prince EX92, 1st calf heifer Lovely Lily 34 as yet unclassified by Amber Jump Jet EX90, Lovely Lily 37 born in 2013 by Poos Stadel Classic and this years calf Lovely Lily 40 by Amber Red Kestrel EX92. She also has four granddaughters in the herd and one great granddaughter.

Lily 28 herself is by Eaves Fairy Baron who was purchased as a two week old calf at Rosemary Aldridges Eaves Herd dispersal sale for 700 guineas.

A large amount of his daughters were with us for 9, 10 and 11 lactations but Lily is the only one left now. She was a feisty character in her younger days and when she was an in calf heifer she was selected to go with several others to a red and white sale in Portadown, Northern Ireland. This required them to be halter trained, but Lily was having none of it and as a result she never went. Who would have thought then that she would still be with us now at seventeen and a half years of age, it must have been fate.

She is a wonderful cow that I have enjoyed working with enormously.

Mick Taylor

The Renowned Red Rose 19th EX94 10* The cow featured in this article is Rodway Red Rose 19th EX94 10* brood cow that qualifies for a mention in the journal having reached 100tonnes lifetime production.

March 10th 1968 was the day that Wombridge Red Rose arrived on the farm. The reason that the date is so etched in my memory is because she was one of the first four cows onto the farm when we were restocking after losing our herd in December 1967 with Foot & Mouth disease.

One of the first families turned out to be one of the best!

Red Rose 19th was born in September 1997 making her 17years old and still milking with her 13th lactation (she is the one and only cow I am milking!). She has actually had sixteen calves as she has had three sets of twins. The twin count is not surprising as she is herself a twin. Her twin sister Rodway Red Rose 20th EX92 5* was also a favourite in the herd with a lifetime yield of 86,721kgs in eleven lactations. I was in America when they were born and Shirley reported their birth describing them as little bits of cotton that she could nearly carry in from the field one under each arm. Their sire was Wreay Red Duke a bull that worked extremely well in the Rodway herd. The Dam of Red Rose 19th was Rodway Red Rose 16th EX94 9* sold into the Hooton herd in the 1999 Rodway Sale Of Championâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reduction sale, she had won second cow in calf at the royal show that year and due to me being ill John Hayward had some inside knowledge of the cow as he and his team looked after my cows for two days until 24

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I recovered. I was and still am grateful for the help they gave me that year. Rodway Red Rose 16th gave a lifetime yield of 78,836 (in 305days lactations) and bred Hooton Red Rose who went on to win Champion heifer at the RASE. Rodway Red Rose 19th was rarely shown; her most noticeable success was winning Championship at Stafford county show as a young cow in milk. She is a cow with a bit of spirit and usually calved mid winter which did not put her at the top of the list for show selection. I did venture out with her when she had had nine calves taking her to the Dairy Event where she was second placed senior cow in milk.

I am sure her spirit has helped her longevity because the one time she was down with milk fever I can remember her desperately trying to get up when she saw me approaching with the needle!

The Red Rose family has never been prolific heifer breeders, averaging about one per year, which helps explain why we never showed too many red roses.

But we did win Production Inspection Champion at the Dairy Event with Red Rose 8th by Rodway Starr Turn and Rodway Red Rose 11th by Marthaven Dynamic.

The Dairy Shorthorn has always been known as The Great Improver and that describes Red Rose 19th, she calved her first at twenty-four months and gave just under 5,000kgs but when that is a platform for 100tonnes I do not mind! Her classification scores improved dramatically too, Frank Milnes made her H3 78 in May 2000 although in 2002 he made her VG86 and VG87 the following year.

She has since been classified excellent five time reaching EX94 and with a star brood cow system now in effect I wish I had of put her forward more often.

But I am extremely pleased that mother and daughter are near the top of the rankings. We also claim that the Dairy Shorthorn is easily managed this too describes Red Rose 19th who at seventeen years of age has never had her feet trimmed and apart from an extended fifth lactation where she had a cell count of 52 she has never had a cell count higher than 30.

Red Rose 19th has bred more bulls than heifers. There is semen available from Rodway Rueben by Innisfail Prince of Diamonds whose daughters are now appearing in the show ring. Rodway Respectabull by Rodway Lawman is with the Ithell brothers near Chester and her latest calf Rodway Ronson by Churchroyd Pluto has been selected

by RCG and we hope he can be successfully collected. Red Rose 19th also bred two females that sold exceptionally well in the Rodway dispersal. Rodway Red Rose 36th EX91 by Kingsdale Libbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rebel a fourth calver made 5,000gns making her the second highest priced Dairy Shorthorn in the UK and Rodway Red Rose 42nd a heifer in calf by Treeton Pimp sold for 4,600gns.

R Madeley

Graham Madeley receives the 100 tonne award for Rodway Red Rose 19th

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Young Member Profiles Name: Will Slade Age: 21 Location: Devon Occupation: Occupation Student of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Cambridge Tell us a bit about your background and connection to the Shorthorn breed?

My parents bought their first Dairy Shorthorns in 2000 and began the Brimclose herd. Since then the herd has grown in size and throughout that time I developed a passion for the breed.

What has been your highlight whilst working with Shorthorns?

My personal highlight was winning the breed Championship at the South West Dairy Show in 2008 with our cow Brimclose Rosalee.

What is your favourite Shorthorn and why?

My favourite shorthorn is Brimclose Magic because she’s completed seven lactations, producing well over 50 tonnes of milk and has required no treatment, no help in calving and, to my mind, is the perfect example of an easy-management cow.

What do you think are the main advantages of the Shorthorn breed?

The main advantage of the shorthorn breed is the quality of life they provide. Helping out with calving is a rarity, as is lameness, mastitis and milk fever.

What do you think would increase the profile of the breed?

In the future, antibiotics will be less readily available. As a result, it is essential that the dairy industry adjusts to meet this requirement. The dairy shorthorn is the ideal cow to meet this need.

Where do you see the breed in 10 years time?

Far more prominent within the UK dairy industry because, as previously mentioned, antibiotics will be less readily available and high-maintenance cows will not be able to survive.

Who do you think has been the most influential bull in the Shorthorn breed and why?

Many of the country’s current best cows and bulls can trace their lineages back to Marleycote Thorndale Prince and for this reason I think he has been one of the most influential bulls to date.

Tell us an interesting fact about yourself I’ve recently been added to the national Dairy Shorthorn Judges’ List.

What are your interests and hobbies?

I play rugby and have represented Cambridge University u21s. This included playing in the u21 Varsity match against Oxford at Twickenham. I also enjoy horseriding and play the piano.

What is your favourite joke?

Two goldfish in a tank. One of them says, “How do you drive this thing?”

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Young Member Profiles Name: Florence Mannerings Age: 19 Location: Compton, Winchester Occupation: Midwifery Student / Work on family farm / Barista in a café Tell us a bit about your background and connection to the Shorthorn breed?

My Grandpa’s cousin was David Spalton who had the Maxton herd of Dairy Shorthorns, Grandpa also had Shorthorns on his farm so the first reason we wanted Shorthorns was Mum wanting ‘pink cows’ like they used to have. We bought our first Shorthorns from the Cotley herd dispersal sale and now have the Attwoods herd of Dairy Shorthorns.

What has been your highlight whilst working with Shorthorns?

Being in top placings in both of my classes at the National Dairy Shorthorn Show, which was completely unexpected!

What is your favourite Shorthorn and why?

Attwoods Rosebud as she was the first shorthorn born on our farm and I named her (should have been Sunlight but I was only little and thought Rosebud was prettier!) she started off my love of Shorthorns, we still have her and she is now the oldest cow in our herd.

What do you think are the main advantages of the Shorthorn breed?

Ability to carry on producing good quantities of milk and stay strong on the limited grazing we have.

Good legs and feet, nice temperament and good milk quality.

What do you think would increase the profile of the breed?

Everyone taking as many Shorthorns as they can to as many shows and getting them on the loud speaker. More farm walks. Making sure all Shorthorn breeders register their cattle. Making dairy farmers without Shorthorns aware of the benefits of the breed and encouraging them to introduce a few into their herd.

Where do you see the breed in 10 years time?

Numbers to have increased and also percentages. I think we have blended enough to keep up with the modernising dairy industry, but if blending continues much further the great traits of the Shorthorn will be lost and they will just be red & whites. I want the traditional colours and markings to come back because they are so lovely and what sets the shorthorn apart from other breeds. I would love to see some Shorthorns in every dairy herd.

Who do you think has been the most influential bull in the Shorthorn breed and why?

Comet the first 1000 guineas bull as him and his progeny made such as impact for the breed and its recognition.

Tell us an interesting fact about yourself I have been to both Kenya and Ethiopia working in healthcare and with street children and having fun on safaris. I also have a tattoo of my cow Rosebud 2!

What are your interests and hobbies?

Cow showing, horse riding, national hunt racing.

What is your favourite joke?

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28th June 2014

2014 AGM & Judging Day The AGM was held at Strickley on Saturday 28th June by kind permission of the Robinson family. Part of the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm diversification has to been to provide a classroom to house visits from schoolchildren eager to learn more about how food is produced. The classroom provided an ideal venue for the Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s AGM but with over 60 people attending it was a case of standing room only. The President Arthur Whittle retired after his two year term of office and Neil Madeley was elected President. It was very fitting that our host for the day James Robinson was then elected Vice President. Following the presentation of the accounts and other formalities the Robinson family provided a sumptuous lunch which was greatly appreciated.

Following lunch the judging day was swiftly in to its stride.

We were very fortunate indeed to have as our Master Judge this year Mr John Gribbon. There can be few people in the cattle world who can command as much respect as John when it comes to judging cattle of any breed.

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The initial discussion centred on explaining the finer points of structural correctness on two rather different cows, following which there was a judging competition in which everyone was invited to take part.

The class of six in milk cows which were very well presented by James were judged and the score cards marked. Over 30 people took to the microphone to explain their placings and to give their reasons. Whilst there was a general consensus of opinion on the top and bottom halves of the class there were also a few surprises along the way which always makes for some lively discussion.

John marked the cards in true Young farmers style giving points for correctness of placings and then for the standard of reason giving.

This event is a vital opportunity for all judges either new or old to practice their skills in an informal friendly atmosphere. It is much better to learn your skill here rather than in a judging ring with dozens of people watching.

There were predictably no surprises in the placings of the competitors with Paul Harrison and Ian Collins taking joint top place, but their standard of reason giving is something everyone can learn from.

It was very rewarding indeed to see so many young members taking part and congratulations go to Robert Crank who gave an excellent set of reasons and won the junior competition.

As a result of the day the judges committee at their next meeting appointed several new faces on to both the National and Regional judges lists.

Herd Viewing at Strickley Firstly we viewed dry cows, a great batch of cows which had been turned out for us to see, as James now keeps dry cows inside on a silage and straw diet to reduce calving problems and slow fever. Next we went to the Milkers, grazing on lush clover rich sward in their idyllic surroundings of Cumbrian slopes. Good working cows with progeny by Project Ten, Ginnys Empire and Aramis.

Aramis stood out in the younger cows, and bull mother of Maximus and Wiggo. Lady Hermione 4 looking well with may lactations behind her. Lastly James showed us a group of cows inside which were close to calving. Lily 5 mother of True Perfection looked well carrying her 9th calf and a promising Ginnys Empire daughter also stood out. All a great credit to James and his father. Thanks to everyone at Strickley for the great food and hospitality, a really great day.

Robert Crank receives the prize for the junior judging competition from the Chairman of Judges Wendy Young

David Price-Jones

Paul Harrison and Ian Collins â&#x20AC;&#x201C; winners of the senior judging competition

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NEJAY Dairy Shorthorns Thank you for all your support over the 30 year adventure of milking Nejay Dairy Shorthorns.

Bulls still available on AI. Erin & Anne still milking at their new home.

Young stock for sale as they calve or to a good offer!

Nejay Erin 2nd

Dam of Nejay Ernie and Nejay Earl.

Many show titles to her name including two interbreeds. Still milking in her 7th lactation.

Nejay Princess Dam of Nejay Prince 4.

A great cow in the flesh and parlour, producing over 100,000kg of milk in 10 lactations. Pictured in her 10th lactation.

Attwell Anne

Dam of Nejay Amazon and Nejay Anzac. Last ever Royal Show champion. Still milking in her 8th lactation.

Neil & Jayne Madeley, Cherry Oaks Farm, Lower Monkhall, Monkhopton, Bridgnorth Shropshire, WV16 6XF tel: 01746785571 email: neil.madeley@btopenworld.com

Photographic Competition Results Judges: Mr B Tomlinson & Mr A Whittle Champion

Reserve Champion

Honourable Mention

Elkington Barrington 30 R Kite

Churchroyd Bronte Wildeyes 31 IRG Collins & Partners

Irthingvale Watzon Tulip G Bell

2nd: Cotonhall Titan Stephanie R Kite

3rd: Churchroyd Fay 11 IRG Collins & Partners

Class 1: Calf born in 2014

1st: Cotonhall Lillyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Joy R Kite

Class 2: Calf born between 1st July 2013 to 31st December 2013

1st: Avondale Vi 5 E & M Crank

2nd: Tabley Moss Rose OC Whittaker & Sons

3rd: Cotonhall Eclipse Meadow Queen R Kite

Class 3: Calf born between 1st January 2013 to 30th June 2013

1st: Earlsgift Sonnschein E & M Crank

2nd: Churchroyd Gentle 94 IRG Collins & Partners

3rd: Cotonhall Eclipse Cherry R Kite shorthorn

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Photographic Competition Results Class 4: Heifer in milk to first calving

1st: Churchroyd Gentle 92 IRG Collins & Partners

2nd: Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2 R Kite

3rd: Cotonhall Dewdrop R Kite

Class 5: Cow born in 2011 having had 2 calvings

1st: Cotonhall Lofty R Kite

2nd: Cotonhall Rosepetal 4 R Kite

Class 6: Cow born in 2010

1st: Elkington Barrington 30 R Kite

2nd: Marleycote Princess Jill 31 Iain McClean

3rd: Marleycote Olive 16 GG Baynes & Son

2nd: Brimclose Daisy 14 D & S Slade

3rd: Tabley Dairymaid 2 R Kite

Class 7: Cow born in 2009

1st: Irthingvale Watzon Tulip G & B Bell

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Photographic Competition Results Class 8: Cow born in 2008

1st: Churchroyd Bronte Wildeyes 31 IRG Collins & Partners

2nd: Cotonhall Tulip 2 R Kite

3rd: Cotonhall Clarissa R Kite

Class 9: Cow born before 1st January 2008

1st: Churchroyd Gwen 8 IRG Collins & Partners

2nd: Ransboro Sabina G Carter

3rd: Amber Lovely lily 28 J Hole & Son

Class 10: Best Dairy Shorthorn female sired by an RCG Bull

1st: Churchroyd Gentle 92 IRG Collins & Partners

2nd: Cotonhall Dewdrop R Kite

3rd: Churchroyd Gwen 8 IRG Collins & Partners

Class 11: Scenic photo including one or more dairy shorthorn cattle

1st: Scenic D & S Slade

2nd: Strickley Herd J Robinson

3rd: Scenic G Carter

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Irthingvale Watzon Tulip Ex 92 (Ex94 MS) Pictured fresh with 3rd calf giving 45Kgs per day Breed Champion and Best Udder UK Dairy Day 2014 Breed Champion and Reserve Interbreed Champion Oswestry 2014 Daughters by Madonnaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Prince and Jinnyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Empire Champion Cow North Midlands Herds Competition 2014

Graham & Barbara Bell Chesterton Farm, Tarporley, Cheshire 01829 720828 | 07834949778

Victoria Bowman, 10 Coronation Ave, Stanhope, Co.Durham. DL132YD t: 07787502558 e: tori_bowman80@yahoo.co.uk Lorna Craig, New Park, Westgate, Weardale, Co.Durham. DL131PE t: 07765439680 e: lhrcraig@yahoo.co.uk

North West Herd Competition On a lovely sunny afternoon we set off to the first port of call for the Dairy Shorthorn judging of the North West region. We travelled over the border into England, for our overnight stop with Dennis & Margaret Craig. The next morning was dull with a slight shower, but that did not dampen the viewing. Armed with an umbrella, Dennis & I set off to see the senior cow, Newpark Barbara, who, despite her years was still looking well. Then we climbed a hill to see the young stock, a lovely bunch of traditional, coloured heifers.

The next stop was at David Dent’s where we inspected his cows in glorious sunshine. The stock included a very impressive heifer Winbrook Vi 143rd. The in-milk heifer was equally impressive, Winbrook Fairy Princess 4th, as was the cow for inspection Winbrook Peeress Rose. After lunch, Davids’ father George, a sprightly 95 year old, joined us to see the maiden heifers.

David Jackson was eventually located and he has a few nice calves out of Lisnamulligan Star, which look promising. Tahuna Dewdrop, an in-calf heifer stood out in the small group.

As the light was fading, Jonathan Fisher showed an inmilk heifer, living in luxury at the NewtonRigg College, beside some Holsteins.

Evening meal and overnight hospitality was enjoyed with David and Julie. The following morning, with the sun still shining, David directed us to Phillip Armstrong, after viewing a group of heifers running with a bull. It was good to see a nice group of young cows, including an in-calf heifer Moorriggs Sparkle 7th, shown by an enthusiastic young man.

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We drove up hill and down dale and reached Michael Dobson, another man keen on his Shorthorns. The 20 year old cow Oakwaithe Barrington 302nd, still looking fresh, is due to calve again in the spring. The trip also included a mountain climb to see heifers, some with only one horn.

One wonders if they appreciated the wonderful view!

As dusk was falling, and the evening getting cooler, the last visit of the day was with John Handley. He shared his enthusiasm on the blended animals, and the 2nd calved cow, Beaconview Pansy 2nd stood out from the others.

Overnight accommodation was with Henry and Kathleen Robinson, Strickley herd, followed by a “day out” on Wednesday to visit Dairy Day at Telford. Returning the next day, I went with Henry and James to see a batch of heifers. Strickley Starbud 54th, an in-calf heifer, was noticeable among the others. Then on to see the main dairy herd, Strickley Lily 20th, an in-milk heifer and the senior cow, Strickley Goldie 198th, were of particular interest.

Young heifers and the new stock bull were viewed.

The Parton herd of Hewson’s is a fine herd of strong traditional dairy Shorthorns. Parton Princess 5th is a fine example of the breed.

We located the Teasdale’s in the dark, and the next morning John and I went to Stranraer to see Maurice Robinson on his well-stocked farm of Shorthorns. The inmilk Kirkbryde Goldy heifer and Kirkbryde Primrose cow were of particular interest.

The sun was still shining, as we headed south to Sam Wilson’s. A nice group of blended heifers were running with the bull. His in-milk heifer Screel Erin 3rd is residing at Dent’s.

The evening was spent looking at the Brafell herd, with many sprightly females who have had between 10/14 calves, still producing the goods. More Shorthorn enthusiasts, John and Joe showed good traditional stock.

Brafell Rosalyn, the in-milk heifer and the senior Kenprest Lady Hermione 19th were of particular interest.

Leaving our hosts, John and Paddy, we started the journey back to Fife. I want to say a big thank-you to Paddy who looked after my wife, Margaret, during our stay with them.

As she was unwell, it was good for her to stay in one place to rest.

We stopped with the Briscoll herd, and saw Ilene Coulthard’s superb small herd of milking Shorthorns. The cow which had calved twice Briscoll Graceful Lady 7th is an impressive animal, also the purebred animal Dunham Margaret 122nd.

Thomas Moscrop presented Newpark Lilywhite 44th, cow having calved at least twice. Of note too is pure bred Oxton Wildeyes 688th, as well as his promising white Shorthorn bull. They blended in well with a herd of British Friesians.

The last herd to visit was Chris Hall, a large herd of superb Shorthorns, with at least 20 milking heifers, by Bishopsbrae Royal Appeal. This was followed by viewing a group of young heifers, then over the hills to see the incalf heifers. They proved to be elusive, so eventually the outing had to be abandoned.

The experience has been memorable, lots of good cattle to see and photograph, and I am glad to report they all came out and transferred successfully to the laptop.

A special thank you to everyone who made us welcome, and the hospitality offered. From evening meals, breakfast, lunch, cups of tea and coffee, as well as accommodation, the hand of friendship was extended from each of the participants.

Basil Lawson

Large herds: 1st Winchester Herd – C Hall 2nd Winbrook Herd – G A & D W Dent 3rd Brafell Herd – J Teasdale & Son 4th Strickley Herd – Messrs Robinson Small herds: 1st Briscoll Herd – Mrs I Coulthard 2nd Beaconview Herd – J Hanley 3rd Moorriggs Herd – P Armstrong 4th Irthingelt Herd – T Moscrop Young Stock Large Herds: 1st Parton Herd – Hewsons 2nd Winbrook Herd – G A & D W Dent 3rd Brafell Herd – J Teasdale & Son 4th Strickley Herd – Messrs Robinson Young Stock Small Herds: 1st Oakthwaite Herd – M J & J A Dobson 2nd Moorriggs Herd – P Armstrong 3rd Beaconview Herd – J Handley 4th Newpark Herd – D Craig Heifer in calf: 1st Winbrook Vi 143rd – G A & D W Dent 2nd Strickley Starbud 54th – Messrs Robinson 3rd Tahuna Dewdrop – D Jackson 4th Moorriggs Sparkle 7th – P Armstrong Heifer in milk: 1st Strickley Goldie 217th – Messrs Robinson 2nd Moorriggs Lady Barrington 3rd – P Armstrong 3rd Beaconview Annabella 3rd – J Handley 4th Screel Erin 3rd – S Wilson Cow having calved twice: 1st Briscoll Graceful Lady 7th – Mrs I Coulthard 2nd Winbrook Foggathorpe Lass 5th – G A & D W Dent 3rd Strickley Starbud 48th – Messrs Robinson 4th Brafell Molly 8th – J Teasdale & Son Progeny of one bull: 1st Bishopsbrae Royal Appeal – C Hall 2nd Panorama Aramis – J Handley 3rd Winbrook Marmaduke – G A & D W Dent 4th Llandovery Jinny’s Empire – Messrs Robinson Best Bull on Inspection: 1st Middlebankend Digger – N Barker 2nd Brafell Royal Lad – J Teasdale & Son 3rd Winbrook Pedro – G A & D W Dent 4th Nejay Errol – Messrs Robinson Best Bull on Inspection and Production: 1st Nejay Errol – Messrs Robinson 2nd Middlebankend Digger – N Barker 3rd Winbrook Pedro – G A & D W Dent 4th Brafell Royal Lad – J Teasdale & Son Cow on Inspection only: 1st Winbrook Peeress Rose – G A & D W Dent 2nd Strickley Goldie 198th – Messrs Robinson 3rd Kenprest Lady Hermione 19th – J Teasdale & Son 4th Parton Perry Blossom 13th – Hewsons

Winbrook Vi 143rd winner of the In calf heifer class in N.W.

Cow on Inspection and Production: 1st Strickley Goldie 198th – Messrs Robinson 2nd Winbrook Peeress Rose - G A & D W Dent 3rd Kenprest Lady Hermione 19th – J Teasdale & Son 4th Parton Perry Blossom 13th – Hewsons Best Pure Bred Animal: 1st Kenprest Lady Hermione 19th – J Teasdale & Son 2nd Dunham Margaret 122nd – Mrs I Coulthard 3rd Oxton Foggathorpe 677th – T Moscrop 4th Newpark Barbara – D Craig

Winner of Best Bull inspection

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NORTH MIDLANDS AMBER J Hole Eddlestowe Farm, Ashover, Derbyshire.

S45 0ED 01246 590303

WINHALL S Winnington Ranton Hall Farm, Ranton, Staffordshire.

ST18 9JO 01785 282371

WEAVERDALE S Pattinson Dale Farm, Waterhouses, Stoke-on-Trent.

ST10 3HD 01538 308289 TABLEY O C Whittaker Church Farm, Knutsford, Cheshire.

WA16 0PR 01565 632367

RANTONALL D Winnington Moor End Farm, Gnosall, Staffordshire ST18 0JB 01785 824402

QUARNFORD G Tunnicliffe Manor Farm, Quarnford, Buxton.

SK17 0SU 01260 227251

BROOKSIDE E Kirk, Hamilton Fm, Barkbythorpe, Leicester LE7 3QF 01162 692694

SECRETARY

BROOKSTEADS G Worsey Roughgrounds Fm Cubley, Ashbourne DE6 2FL 01335 330262

Anne & Gary Norbury BROADLANE Holmes Chapel Crewe CW4 7LT 01606 833122

NEJAY N Madeley Cherry Oaks, Monkhopton, Bridgnorth.

WV16 6XF 01746 785571

BURBROOK R Harper Brook Farm, Burland, Nantwich CW5 8NE 01270 524285

CHAIRMAN

David Wainwright BOOTHDALE Sycamores, Tethill, Ellesmere SY12 9AL 01691 623939

COTONHALL COTWALTON R Kite C & S Malkin Coton Hall Cotwalton Stone, Farm, Milwich, Stafford.

Staffordshire.

ST15 8TA ST18 0ET 01889 505218 01889 505200 DEE D Price Jones Little Overton Overton on Dee, Wrexham LL13 0LJ 01978 710592

VICE-CHAIRMAN Rachael Madeley RODWAY Kynnersley, Telford TF6 6EF 01952 541 211

MORWOOD MARSTONMONT KAYL R & S Morgan P & J Webster R Boote Woodend Hall Marston, Yewtree Farm, Fm, Coton, Montonery, Dunham Hill, Whitchurch.

Ashbourne.

Cheshire SY13 3LJ DE6 2FL WA6 0JN 01948 840257 01889 590333 01928 724556

DUNHAM G Royle & Son Dunham Massey, Altrincham.

WA16 4SP 0161 928 7600

EARLSGIFT & AVONDALE Edward & Marshall Crank, Ince, Chester.

CH2 4NN 0151 356 0025 GRIFFIN S & E Preece Pessal Farm, Edinsale, Nr.Tamworth.

B79 9JL 01827 383939

IRTHINGVALE G & B Bell Chesterton Fm, Wrexham Rd, Tarporley.

CW9 9RZ 01829 720828

North Midlands Herd Competition 2014 Judge: Graham Madeley Having accepted to judge the North Midlands Jersey competition in 2013 I was I told that I had no excuse not to judge the Shorthorn competition. I still enjoy looking at good cows and I knew that by taking on this task I was not going to be disappointed due to the quality herds in the region.

The first herd was that of Dunham herd. Geoff and Stuarts herd are always well presented and an impressive herd to see. They are an extremely well balanced herd of cows with some very good cows by Nejay Prince 3rd. I also liked Dunham Cowslip 53rd by Winbrook Vinnie. I have always been a bigger fan of mature cows over heifers and this fifth calver is the sort I like to see in a herd.

I had two herds to judge on the Thursday first on the list was Graham and Justine Worsey. They are another herd that has made excellent progress from humble beginnings.

Graham will tell you that he made his money stretch as far as possible when setting up his dairy herd. But by good bull selection he now has an impressive herd, which is one of the reasons why the farm business is moving on at a pace. A combination that certainly worked is the black and white cross Hulan cross Rantonall Jacob however the cows by Llandovery Jinny’s Empire were my favourites.

Marstonmont Duchess Gywnne 5 - 2nd placed heifer in milk from Julie Webster Dunham Cowslip 53 - 2nd placed dam in the dam & daughter class

The next day I went to see the Cotonhall herd where I was shown around by Rob Kite, a young man with enthusiasm to burn. Having seen Rob’s herd on a regular basis it is easy to see the progress he is making with the introduction of good cow families and more generations of planned breeding. He has a nice bunch of heifers just calved into the herd showing more uniformity, many of these are by the homebred bull Just Jack.

The third day on the road Rachael accompanied me we we’re trying to kill two birds with one stone by judging the Brookside herd of Messrs.’ Kirk and getting an article done for the journal. Unfortunately we arrived later than scheduled due to a navigation issue involving the Leicester suburbs!! It is always pleasing to go to a herd that is increasing its percentage of Shorthorn numbers.

Edward has been buying from society sales and has a good base to move forward from. If there were a prize for best improvement from mother to daughter Edward would have been a clear winner. I also thought that the in-calf heifers showed promise.

A short hop in the car found me at Julie and Paul Webster’s Marstonmont herd another herd with increasing numbers of Dairy Shorthorns. Julie showed me around and explained where all the families had originated from, a heifer in milk by Hooton Fair Reflection stood out. The only down side to this visit was realising that I used to show cows against Julie’s Grandad! After a day off to take Philip our son to Heathrow I was back on the judging trail on Saturday. Edward Crank likes to let his son Robert and brother Marshall show me around the cows so that I can pick their brains! Whilst I have my pet cows, Edward has his pet bulls!! Any bull must enjoy the prospect of going to village farm because they have all natural service and provide a home for life. The Earlsgift and Avondale cows are a very uniform bunch. The herd has benefited from fairly heavy use of a number of bulls that have worked well in combination. It is well chronicled how successful Drisgol Watzon has been in this herd and following on Drisgol Madonna’s Prince and Strickley True Perfection have continued the good work. I would expect the True Reflection’s to mature into very good cows.

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The start of the next week saw me at Gary and Anne Norburyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Broadlane herd. Their son James and I have something in common; we like tracks, paddocks and rotational grazing. Gary always talks down his herd but he has no need too, although numbers have been increased in the last few years this has not been to the detriment of quality, which can sometimes happen. The homebred bull Broadlane Fabian is a contributory factor to the high standard of the herd, but as is often the case with bulls in other herds Gary chose not to collect semen from this bull that has worked so well for him.

Kayl Rosiebell 4

Next stop was the Kayl herd with Rob and daughter Kayleigh; one of the first cows I saw was Dunshill Rosiebell 15th this cow is in the sixty thousand kilo class and was wearying extremely well. There were some very good individual cows here amongst an exceedingly sound herd.

The Treeton Pimp daughters were very uniformed but the first calved daughters of Kayl Outback also impressed me, I would like to think that they will grow into a good bunch of cows. The Tanat herd is based at Bryn-Coch Llanrhaeadr in Shropshire, but as the address would suggest the farm is close enough to the boarder to have bilingual road signs! This was my first time visiting the Bailey brothers and I had not been on a farm that has such steep fields for a long time. The in calf heifers graze up to eighteen hundred feet above sea level in the summer which does not arrive too early at that elevation. This is another herd that is converting to Dairy Shorthorns who have the better constitution to cope with this type of topography. Frank is another breeder who with some shrewd purchases as a foundation is breeding a good herd of cows.

The next day involved a lot of travelling because the Boothdale milking herd is located in Ellesmere Shropshire but the youngstock are where the Wainwright family still farm in Macclesfield Cheshire. However I had an enjoyable trip being chauffeured between the two farms by David, who definitely makes a first class tourist guide as he also 40

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took me to see the palatial homes of the wealthy celebrities! The Boothdale herd had some good senior cows by Winbrook King Henry and Rosedale Rampage Red has also worked well in the herd.

Thursday saw me travelling over the scenic Weaver hills to see Susan Pattinson. Like me Susan has sold the milking herd but it is very pleasing that the family still have a keen interest in the breed and keep a few Shorthorns around and enter the herd competition. With Shirley away for a few days holiday, Susan took me around the youngstock; they were nearly all by Maxton Zachariah resulting in a uniformed group. After lunch I was on to the Amber herd.

Holiday season was still in full flow, which meant I had the slowest journey through the tourist hub of Matlock Bath and Matlock. When I eventually arrived at Eddlestow farm I was greeted by James and Julie Hole, Joe was due out of hospital that night, so Mick showed me around the herd. From past experience I know that there is nothing Mick does not know about these cows and as usual the herd was particularly well presented. Despite the only shower of rain I faced during the competition the cows remained spread out evenly on some nice fresh pasture.

This herd has some extremely powerful cows that can milk and wear; rear udder height and width has always been a prominent feature of these cows along with good legs and feet. Amber Lovely Lily 28th was slightly over qualified for the sixty-ton class having now produced over one hundred tons of milk but she still looked in good order. I was really impressed by the youngstock especially the in calf heifers, many of which are by Amber Jump Jet.

Amber Lovely Lily 28th

Friday could have been a massive day if I had to have judged all the cows on the three farms I visited, as collectively they milk over one thousand six hundred cows. My first port of call was at Graham and Barbara Bells Irthingvale herd; they had one heifer and one cow in milk to be judged both by Drisgol Watzon out of Irthingvale Lillianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rebel dams.

The third calver Irthingvale Watzon Tulip is a tremendous Shorthorn to catch any ones eye, a great dairy cow with a superb udder and teat placement. A few minutes drive took me to the Wright Family’s Yew Tree herd where the milking herd has now reached the twelve hundred mark of Shorthorns and Holsteins. Amy showed me the cows that were keener to get a belly full of freshly cut grass at the feed fence than show themselves off for me! Yewtree Elliot Anne was probably one of the best second calvers I saw in the herd competition and one to watch out for in the future.

The final stop on my circuit back home was the Morwood herd of the Morgan family. Driven on by some very enthusiastic children Rob and Sue are making rapid progress up the Dairy Shorthorn ladder. They have some impressive individuals in this herd that will have attracted many breeders attention. They also own Nejay Ernie who is certainly making a name himself in the Morwood herd particularly the youngstock. Another bull Hooton Fair Ambition who was running with heifers is a well-grown bull with tremendous stretch and dairy characteristics.

He showed off his good locomotion without me thinking I had to make a quick exit from the field! Rob and Sue also entered two cows in the sixty ton class; Westonia Bacculum Lass and Dee Foggathorpe Lass 5th both still going strong.

The last herd to be judged in the competition was also the closest to home, David and Debbie Winnington’s Rantonall herd. This is a herd that has had very good results with homebred bulls but David is meticulous in his selection of cow families from which he breeds these bulls. Brooksteads Tony was running with the dry cows, he is an upstanding dairy bull and is passing on these traits to his daughters, as I had no problem in identifying them in youngstock groups. Most of the heifers were away from home where they will be out wintered they are scattered on three farms up to eleven miles away from Moor farm, despite the logistical problems David has a good system and the heifers were pleasing to the eye.

That was the easy bit over, now on to the hard work of sorting out the results! One thing is definite; everywhere I went there were cows that the owners could be proud of even if I could not fit them into the top spots.

I always knew of the challenge I faced trying to sort twenty-four cows in milk, nineteen heifers in milk, fifteen progeny groups and six other classes on sixteen farms. However I really appreciated the efforts of all the breeders who entered and who took time to show me around, as always the hospitality was second to none.

From my point of view the schedule went smoothly so thanks to Anne and Rachael for getting things organised.

1st place Large Herd Amber - J Hole RESULTS Large Herd 1st Amber 2nd Kayl 3rd Earlsgift 4th Dunham

J Hole & Sons R Boote Messrs.’ Crank G & S Royle

Small Herd 1st Boothdale 2nd Tanat 3rd Brookside 4th Marstonmont

D Wainwright P E Bailey & Sons V E Kirk & Sons P & J Webster

Youngstock 1st Amber J Hole & Sons 2nd Cotonhall R Kite 3rd Kayl R Boote 4th Broadlane G Norbury 5th Rantonall D Winnington Bull on Inspection 1st Hooton Fair Ambition 2nd Amber Red Kestrel 3rd Cotonhall Alfie 4th Strickley True Perfection 5th Brooksteads Tony

RST & SA Morgan J Hole R Kite Messrs.’ Crank D Winnington

Progeny 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

G Worsey Messrs.’ Crank G Royle G Norbury R Boote

Llandovery Jinny’s Empire Drisgol Watzon Nejay Prince 3 Broadlane Fabian Treeton Pimp

Dam & Daughter 1st Amber Princess Anne 51a & 68 2nd Dunham Cowslip 53 & 57 3rd Avondale Furbelow 13 & 14 4th Earlsgift Elsie & 3 5th Kayl Zone Bridget & Pimp Bridget

J Hole G Royle Messrs.’ Crank Messrs.’ Crank R Boote

Heifer In Milk 1st Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2 2nd Marstonmont Duchess Gwynne 5 3rd Kayl Amazing Poppy 4th Amber Dainty Princess 162 5th Boothdale Margaret Rose 5

R Kite J Webster R Boote A Wright D Wainwright

Cow In Milk 1st Irthingvale Watzon Tulip 2nd Boothdale Lucky 3 3rd Yewtree Elliot Anne 4th Kayl Rosiebell 4 5th Avondale Ada 4

G & B Bell D Wainwright A Wright R Boote Messrs.’ Crank

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J Hole R Boote RST & SA Morgan RST & SA Morgan

Amber Lovely Lily 28 Dunshill Rosie Bell 15 Dee Foggathorpe Lass 5

Westonia Bacculum Lass

Graham Madeley 2nd placed Small Herd Tanat of P Bailey & Sons

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North Midlands Herd Visit The North Midlands herd visit was held at the home of the 2013 Champion herd, the Brooksteads herd of Graham and Justine Worsey, at Cubley near Ashbourne.

The foundations of the herd have been well documented in previous journals not least for being Farmers Guardian Dairy Farmer of the Year. The herd has expanded to 200 cows mostly Shorthorn with a few black and whites.

The herd is averaging well over 7000 litres with some impressive figures on the costings sheet, feeding only 0.25 kg a litre and a cell count of only 73. The Llandovery Jinnies Empires and the Rantonall Jacobs were wearing well and daughters of Hooton Fair Reflection were just calving in and looked tidy with neat udders.

Daughter from Llandovery Jinnys Empire

Red cattle Genetics have just started marketing the 100% Hooton Fair Resolve son Brooksteads Bomber who is from a 10,000 kilo dam. Dunham Nobility has been used heavily and has some promising youngstock. Graham has been impressed with the Swedish bulls he has used and the worldwide sire of sons Orraryd is a favourite and the light roan bull Brooksteads Orraryd is being reared. The Shorthorns serve a dual purpose with all the bulls being reared for bull beef.

Since the last herd walk a new Dry cow/calf /bull beef shed has been built also a bull beef shed and another about to be built. Shorthorns are performing really well at Rough Grounds farm and this looks set to continue into the future with all the family helping out.

Thanks to Graham and Justine for their hospitality.

North Midlands Association Judging Day In late September the North Midlands Association held their annual judging day at Gary and Anne Norburyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm, home of the Broadlane herd. A good turnout of shorthorn breeders and we had six smart 1st calf heifers to judge, after a very informative description of what to look for from master judge David Winnington. After the judging Anne provided us with lovely refreshments before we looked around the rest of the herd in the nearby field. Gary has some great cow families in the herd with daughters of Fabian, having really impressive udders plus Broadlane bulls Lieutenant and Louis both doing a good job here too. Thanks to the Norbury family for hosting the Judging day and for the hospitality we received. David Price Jones

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South Wales & Mid Western Shorthorns Philmor P Morgan Goitan, St Nicholas, Goodwick, Pembs, SA64 0LB 01348 891289 Spalk GC & A Joules Ltd, Castellgwcw, Llandeloy, Haverfordwest, Pembs, SA62 6LH 01348 831590 Blacknuck

Champion: Gelli Rebel Duchess from Mr & Mrs IL Harries Welsh Dairy Event Champion

M Phillips Blacknuck Farm Maenclochog Pembrokshire SA66 7RJ 01437 532471

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Elkington

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E.S.Everitt Moat Farm Stock Green Redditch Worcs. B96 6SX 01386 792267

M.S. & EAE Davies Troedyrhiw Llangynnin St. Clears Carmarthenshire SA33 4JU 01994 230377

SVB & EA Thomas Drysgolgoch Llannfyrnach Pembrokeshire SA35 0AT 01239 698240

G & SE James Llyswen Bryngwyn Castell Newydd Emilyn Ceredigion SA38 9PJ 01239 711061

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E Reader & Sons Goldsland Wenvoe Cardiff CF5 6BE 02920 593223

DW & GL Charles Mill Farm Trellech Grange Chepstow Gwent NP6 6QN 01291 689359

Mr & Mrs AJH Brunt Coybal Newquay Ceredigion SA45 9TV 01545 560382

Mr & Mrs I L Harries Gellirodyn Isaf Farm Pontardulais Road Crosshands Llanelli Carmarthenshire SA14 6PL 01269 844664

Contact: The South Wales and Mid Western Regional Association of Shorthorn Breeders

Secretary: Huw Evans, Heolyderi, Cwmgwili, Llanelli, SA14 6PH Tel: 07976328177 Email: huwmoelfre@hotmail.com

South Wales & Mid Western Herd Competition 2014 Judge: Joe Teasdale Phone rang, strange number. “Hello, Huw Evans here. Would you like to judge our herds competition?” After a small pause for thought I said “OK. When?” On the 5th of September Linda & I set off for Wales. In the hours of darkness we arrived at Thomas Towers at Drisgolgoch which would be our place of residence for the next three nights.

Ashgrove Youngstock

A very smart light roan heifer Spalk General Clarissa 22 stood out in field as a beautifully uddered heifer. The Clarissa family had consistently bred excellent udders and feet. Senior Cow Gelli Melody 9th was looking well after 9 calves.

Next morning we travelled to our first herd of the day near Newport. We met Peter Boothe and saw a mixed herd of 190 with 25 Shorthorns. The herd was run on a grass based system. The Spalk General Clarissa 22 Back into the car cows were medium to tall on good legs and feet. Udders and we travelled to Julie Llewellyn’s Ashgrove herd. We were tight and teat placements were good. Senior cows arrived just as the cows were being taken in for milking.

Elkington Jill 5 and Broadlane Lady Barrington 39 stood This is a herd of 80 Shorthorn cows as the farm is in the out as wearing well in 9th and 8th lactation respectively. middle of a village and there isn’t any room for expansion.

Junior Cow Elkington Princess Annie 9th had good dairy The cows are well balanced on excellent legs and feet. qualities and good teat placements. We saw Swynmor The young stock were mainly by Rodway Othello, who had Joseph, a long red bull who looked impressive. His young bred uniform heifers with good teat placement and good stock were long heifers with good teat placements. He legs. In the herd Ashgrove Red Rose 3rd and Churchroyd will leave a stamp on the herd in future. The Bluma family Strawberry 3rd stood out as excellent heifers. Strawberry, were looking well with good udders. being dry at the time but starting to spring up, had excellent udder attachments and teat placements. Julie Next we travelled to the Spalk herd near Haverfordwest entered plenty of Junior cows with Ashgrove Butterburr where we were met by Cathy Joules. After a quick lunch 4th the best. It was a 3rd calver with a deep body, good we inspected another mixed herd of 293 cows, 25 of udder attachments and excellent teat placements. Two which were Shorthorns. This is a spring calving herd Senior cows from Rodway were wearing very well. Stock with high fat and protein. Cows by Drisgol Watzon were bulls were from Strickley - Wiggo, which was by Drisgol large cows. Younger cows are slightly smaller in stature Watzon, was deep bodied and long on good legs and but udders are very correct on good feet and legs. Nejay Strickley Empire was a young bull showing promise for Royalty daughters were very extreme. the future. shorthorn

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After this we went back to Seimon and Elinor’s for a quick spruce up then down to a local hostelry for a splendid meal and some social beers.

The following day we travelled to visit Eluned, Mark and Jenny Davies handful of excellent animals which are kept at a local farm where jenny works. The farm has 500 black and white cows which are housed all year round. Two animals stood out. Junior Cow Elkington Hilda 5th was probably best animal in the competition. She had the best udder and teat placements, was deep bodied and well balanced. This was followed by Senior Cow Elkington Jill 9th, a roan 6th calver showing excellent legs with a deep body and a good top line. Another good animal was the heifer Elkington Amber Princess 13th. She was dry but had a tight udder with good teat placements and good legs.

After viewing the Davies’ cows we made a quick detour to Carmarthen to find some gifts to thank our hosts. It was nice to see a busy thriving main street.

We returned to Drisgol, by far the biggest herd totalling 600 milkers. They were mainly Shorthorns with a few black & whites and Jerseys. Spring and autumn block calving are the order of the day on a grass based system.

The cows were medium to large. Swedish Red blood had been used resulting in large and extreme dairy cows. Gelli Prince Charles had been used and had produced a group that had a good level top line, good legs and excellent teat placements although some lacked a little fore udder. I admired cows by Drisgol Mabels Prospect for their ability to wear very well. Drisgol Dinnie 13th, a fourth calver, was looking well - a medium sized cow but deep with a good wearing udder. Senior cow Drisgol Waterloo 92nd,who was dry at the time expecting her 8th calf, was a good

Wenvoe Briar 80th

wearing cow on excellent legs and feet. Stock bull Drisgol Murphy, by Lisnamulligan Fairway, was a big long bull on good legs and feet.

The young stock were a sight to behold - the sheer numbers and consistency. The bulls used were Strickley True Perfection, Drisgol Madonna’s Prince and Drisgol Watzon, which gave deep bodied young stock, and Hooton Envoy. We spent the afternoon travelling around the various groups of animals which were scattered around the countryside. Back at the farm we viewed a couple of in-calf Mabels for the Family Line class then viewed Seimon’s latest project - a massive new shed that is going to house a 70-point rotary parlour (hopefully a lie-in will be due when it is operational), cubicles and calf accommodation next to the house. It’s a massive commitment to dairying.

After more excellent hospitality on Saturday night and a good hearty breakfast in the morning it was time to say thank you and goodbye to Seimon and Elinor and it was over to Crosshands to view Ian and Eiddwen Harries’ herd. This is a mixed herd of Holsteins and Shorthorns which calve all year round, averaging 7500l. The herd are blended so the cows are tall and sharp. Udders are well attached with excellent teat placements. Progeny by Gelli Discoverer stood out. They were sharp with quality udders. Heifers Peggy and Jill stood out, with deep bodies, excellent udders and good legs. The Junior Cows were wearing well. Gelli Win Jill 2nd, a third calver, was a well balanced cow with excellent teat placements. Gelli Rebel Duchess had just calved her 2nd set of twins in two years. She was a big deep bodied cow with a well attached udder. Senior Cow Gelli Vince Melody was looking well in her 7th lactation.

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After this we finally travelled to our final herd - the Wenvoe herd of John & Abi Reader near Cardiff. We’ve been to Wenvoe before so we found the general location ok but we still nearly ended up on a fairway! The Wenvoe herd is a large herd of black & whites and Shorthorns. The herd is very high yielding. The Shorthorns consist of two families - Rosalind and Briar. Abi was away when we visited so we were shown round by John and his right hand man Ross.

To begin with we looked at the bulls. First we saw Wenvoe Nics Lido Rosalind 126, a long light roan bull which was two years old. Next was a massive roan bull Wenvoe Briar’s Discovery. He was deep over the shoulder with a long body, straight legs and was well fleshed. Heifer Briar 78 was beautifully balanced with a well attached udder and excellent teat placement. The Briar family line was very consistent with good udders and teat placements.

Heifers were in good condition with good straight legs and good teat placements. Maidens were not just as consistent as the older heifers. The young stock were well grown to calve at two years.

All we then had to do was say our goodbyes and head back up the road.

Linda & I would like to thank everyone for their hospitality especially the Thomas family for putting up with us for three nights. Thanks to Huw for organising it all. Also many thanks to all the herd owners for giving up their time to let us look at their quality cattle and for various snacks and drinks they provided along the way.

We were very lucky with the weather and had three days of glorious sunshine. We saw a part of the country we’d never been to before - some of it deliberately, some of it by accident! It was a great pleasure to meet everyone and look at everyones different systems.

Joe Teasdale

South Wales and Mid Western Herd Competition Results 2014 Judge: Joe Teasdale - “inspection results” SECTION A - INSPECTION 1st Gelli

I & E Harries 2nd Drisgol S & E Thomas 3rd Spalk

Cathy Joules 4th Wenvoe John & Abi Reader 5th Ashgrove Julie Llewellyn 6th Swnymor Prichard/Boothe SECTION C - YOUNGSTOCK 1st Drisgol S & E Thomas 2nd Ashgrove Julie Llewellyn 3rd Swnymor Prichard/Boothe 4th Spalk

Cathy Joules 5th Wenvoe John & Abi Reader SECTION D - STOCK BULL 1st Wenvoe Briar’s Discovery John & Abi Reader 2nd Drisgol Murphy S & E Thomas 3rd Swnymor Joseph Prichard/Boothe 4th Strickley Wiggo Julie Llewellyn 5th Wenvoe Nics Lido Rosalind John & Abi Reader 6th Strickley Empire Julie Llewellyn SECTION E - BULL PROGENY 1st Gelli Discoverer I & E Harries 2nd Gelli Prince Charles S & E Thomas 3rd Drisgol Watzon

Cathy Joules 4th Rodway Othello

Julie Llewellyn SECTION F - HEIFER CLASS 1st Spalk General Clarissa 22 - 1500 - Cathy Joules 2nd Churchroyd Strawberry 3rd - 1495 Julie Llewellyn

3rd Ashgrove Red Rose 3rd - 1494 - Julie Llewellyn 4th Gelli Discoverer Peggy - 1490 - I & E Harries 5th Drisgol Ruby 36th - 1485 - S & E Thomas 6th Gelli Discoverer Jill - 1480 - I & E Harries 7th Elkington Amber Princess 13 - 1475 MS & EA Davies 8th Broadlane Goldie - 1470 - Julie Llewellyn 9th Wenvoe Briar 78 - 1465 - John & Abi Reader 10th Ashgrove Rosebud 3rd - 1460 - Julie Llewellyn 11th Wenvoe Briar 90 - 1455 - John & Abi Reader 12th Ashgrove Barrington 3rd - 1450 - Julie Llewellyn 13th Ashgrove Lady Barrington 2nd - 1445 Julie Llewellyn SECTION G - JUNIOR COW 1st Elkington Hilda 5th - 1500 - MS & EA Davies 2nd Gelli Win Jill 2nd - 1490 - I & E Harries 3rd Drisgol Dinnie 13th - 1485 - S & E Thomas 4th Gelli Rebel Duchess - 1480 - I & E Harries 5th Ashgrove Butterbur - 1479 - Julie Llewellyn 6th Wenvoe Briar 80th - 1475 - John & Abi Reader 7th Spalk Watzon Melody 8th - 1470 - Cathy Joules 8th Ashgrove Tiny 2nd - 1465 - Julie Llewellyn 9th Ashgrove Marie 2nd - 1460 Julie Llewellyn 10th Spalk Clarissa 18th - 1455 - Cathy Joules 11th Ashgrove Red Rose 2nd - 1450 - Julie Llewellyn 12th Elkington Princess Anne 9th - 1445 MS & EA Davies 13th Rodway Bluma - 1440 - Prichard/Boothe 14th Elkington Barrington - 1430 - Prichard/Boothe shorthorn

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SECTION H - SENIOR COW 1st Elkington Jill 9th - 1500 - MS & EA Davies 2nd Gelli Vince Melody - 1495 - I & E Harries 3rd Wenvoe Rosalind 45th - 1490 - John & Abi Reader 4th Broadlane Lady Barrington 39 - 1485 Prichard/Boothe 5th Gelli Melody 9th - 1480 - Cathy Joules 6th Rodway Bluma 2nd - 1475 - Prichard/Boothe 7th Rodway Tiny - 1470 - Julie Llewellyn 8th Elkington Jill 5th - 1465 - Prichard/Boothe 9th Drisgol Waterloo 92nd - 1460 - S & E Thomas 10th Drisgol Belladonna 154 - 1450 - S & E Thomas 11th Rodway Red Rose - 1445 - Julie Llewellyn 12 Wenvoe Briar 45th - 1440 - John & Abi Reader SECTION I - FAMILY LINE 1st Clarissa Cathy Joules 2nd Briar John & Abi Reader 3rd Mabel S & E Thomas 4th Jill I & E Harries 5th Bluma Prichard/Boothe

SECTION J - PAIR OF HEIFERS 1st Gelli Viscount Darlington Cran

Gelli Discoverer Jill I & E Harries 2nd Spalk Peanut

Spalk Silky Cathy Joules 3rd Swnymor Florrie Swnymor Ruby Prichard/Boothe 4th Drisgol Daisy 134

Drisgol Bella 88th S & E Thomas 5th Ashgrove Princess Anne 2nd

Ashgrove Rosebud 6th Julie Llewellyn 6th Wenvoe Briar 130

Wenvoe Briar 115 John & Abi Reader 7th Wenvoe Briar 106

Wenvoe Briar 101 John & Abi Reader SECTION K - 2014 CALF 1st Drisgol Tulip 40th S & E Thomas 2nd Spalk Clarissa 29th Cathy Joules 3rd Ashgrove Rosebud 2nd Julie Llewellyn 4th Spalk Rosalind Cathy Joules 5th Ashgrove Lady Barrington 5th Julie Llewellyn

South Western Counties Shorthorn Breeders Association AGM & Dinner Wednesday the 9th April 2014 was the date for the South Western Counties Shorthorn Breeder’s AssociationAGM& Dinner held at Oake Manor Golf Club. As association member Arthur Whittle is the Shorthorn Society President, this year’s event incorporated the President’s Dinner and brought together breed enthusiast from across the country. With the business side swiftly completed under the guidance of Chairman Henry Rawlins the 60 members and guest’s enjoyed a carvery of beef and turkey with all the trimmings proceeded by a starter and followed off with an excellent choice of puddings. Guest speaker for the evening was Charles Clarke partner of local auctioneers Greenslade Taylor Hunt who had known Arthur Whittle in his young farmer days which made for a very entertaining ten minutes. He concluded his speech with a toast to the association which was responded to by Society Chairman Arthur Whittle.

Following the speeches the presentation of the 2013 Herd Competition trophies and awards were made by Charles’s wife Rebecca. A raffle to assist club funds concluded a very sociable and enjoyable evening.

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2013 Herd Competition Overall Dairy Winner Tom Osborne “Goodwick” receives the Johnson Fielding Trophy from Rebeca Clark.

South Western Counties Shorthorn Breeders Herd Competition 2014 | Judge: Wendy Young Herds 1st KJ Osborne & sons Goodwick 2nd DS Slade Brimclose 3rd WH & SJ Rawlins Ablington 4th TP Cligg Pecketsford Cow Family (6 entries) 1st Cargenwen Bessie 12/17/18.

J Rowe 2nd Goodwick Seraphina 164/179/182 Osborne 3rd Ablington Lady 4/12/13 Rawlins 4th Brimclose Jewel 2/4/6 Slade Senior Cow(17 entries) 1st Brimclose Magic Trick Slade 2nd Goodwick Seraphina 180 Osborne 3rd Attwoods Rosehip 2 Mannerings 4th Cargenwen Fillpail 12 Rowe Junior Cow (19 entries) 1st Pecketsford Fennella Fudge 2 Cligg 2nd Brimclose Daisy 14 Slade 3rd Elkington Barrington 31 Rawlins 4th Horethorne Rached Moorse Calved Heifer (16 entries) 1st Brimclose Magic Slade 2nd Brinsbury Molly 6 Chichester College 3rd Goodwick Solo 117 Osborne 4th Cargenwen Little Jane 74 Rowe I travelled down on the Saturday evening to home of an old young farmer’s friend Dan Stamper and his husband. We had a very enjoyable evening catching up and learning about the plans for the future of Chichester College. An early start on Sunday morning saw some great young stock where the Drisgol Madonnas daughters were standing out and a real uniform batch. We then headed to the milking herd were there were many stand out individuals, particularly in the younger cattle, a great sign for the future. It was also good to see Brinsbury Molly 6 (above) calved down and looking in fine form. After a great breakfast it was time to head to the Mannerings. The joy of judging herd competitions is catching up with people and their cattle on home territory. Looking through the young stock here, along with just about every other species of animals, there were some great individuals and in particular Attwoods Tabia 2 really caught the eye. Moving on into the milking herd I was very impressed with Attwoods Rosehip 2 a great dairy cows that was performing and wearing very well. Lunch was again a great treat with the men of the region showing their talents.

In Calf Heifer (13 entries) 1st Ablington Ann 10 Rawlins 2nd Attwoods Foggathorpe Lass 2 Mannerings 3rd Brimclose Melody Slade 4th Horethorne Dolly 2 Moorse Maiden Heifer over 12 months(15 entries) 1st Ablington Jill 13 Rawlins 2nd Brinsbury Millicent 13 Chichester College 3rd Brimclose Magic 17 Slade 4th Cargenwen Little Jane 90 Rowe Heifer Calf 6-12 months (13 entries) 1st Sharptor Hawthorne Boss Walters 2nd Attwoods Tabia 2 Mannering 3rd Brinsbury Dairymaid 12 Chichester College 4th Ablington Orchis 16 Rawlins Heifer Calf 6 months or under (15 entries) 1st Attwoods Grey Rose 2 Mannering 2nd Brimclose Magic 21 Slade 3rd Horethorne Pansy Moorse 4th Ablington Ann 11 Rawlins Bull ( 6 entries) 1st Rodway Legacy Osborne 2nd Pecketsford Preston Cligg 3rd Brimclose Rodeo Slade 4th Pecketsford Hoy Cligg Next stop was the Salisbury Plains and home of the Rawlins family. There is never a dull moment when Henry is around and today was no exception. Here I saw some real big framey cows and in the younger milkers Elkington Barrington 11 stood out. In the youngstock there were many impressive individuals but one in particular stood out-when we eventually found her that was. After many rides backwards and forwards through a large batch of heifers when we were looking for the right colour we found Ablington Jill 13 (right) a real classy individual with great promise for the future.

After a wonderful spread for tea I headed off for the night to the Moorses’, a couple I had met before but didn’t know very well. It was great to spend time with them and learn how they got into the breed. I had a fantastic breakfast here and then it was off to look round the cattle. The youngstock were in fine form and there were some very smart baby calves in particular Horethorne Pansy.

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In the milkers there were alot of cattle that had been bought in that were a credit to Kevins eye and his ability to buy cows to suit his system, I was also impressed by Horethorne Rachel.

My next stop was the Cligg family where I was to see alot of cows and again some of the indivdual entries took some finding. The milking herd looked to performing well on the system and a particular stand out was Pecketsford Fennella Fudge, a cow that caught my eye before I knew she was one of the chosen ones. A cow with great balance, a fantastic udder and one heck of a back door. I also saw a smart bull here in the form of Pecketsford Preston.

After another great lunch it was time to hot foot it to the Hale herd of Roy Collins. The cows in the milking herd were being quite shy (obviously not taking after their owner) and were quite huddled together. but there were some sound, long lasting cows. I also saw some smart youngstock in their various groups and as always Roy was a fount of knowledge. After this was the short trip to Brian Bellas which started with a cup of tea, someone knows how to keep this Yorkshire girl happy. Here I saw cattle that were suckled so coming from a slightly different angle, I also saw a very smart young bull who was too young to go in the competition unfortunately. I then traveled the few miles to the home of the Slade family for a lovely evening meal and to stay the night. It was another early start but that enables me to see the cows in full milk and in particular the younger end of the milking herd were a real sight with the pick being Brimclose Magic 12, a real stylish dairy heifer with an udder to die for. I was also really impressed with Brimclose Daisy 14 and Brimclose Magic Trick in the milking herd. After a short walk (yes you have read that correctly) Sarah and I saw some dry cows and Incalf heifers before breakfast and what a breakfast it was thanks to Davids mum. We then went for a nice drive round the yougstock who were looking very well in some fabulous scenery.

Brimclose Magic 12

some members of the family I know very well through the show circuit so it was great to catch up with where they live and enjoy a lovely lunch with them. Although small in numbers I saw some very handy cows and then moved onto the youngstock where I saw a fantastic heifer Sharptor Hawthorne Boss (above), a real stylish, dairy heifer with a great amount of presence. It is always nice to have new people coming into the competitions and I was impressed with what I saw. I then travelled even further through Cornwall to John Rowe and his Cargenwen herd.

Due a laid back timescale we took the opportunity to look round the cattle before evening milking, with a local singer practicing in the background. Here I saw a herd of cows which werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the biggest, but then they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to be, they are doing a great job. I found my winning cow family here in the Bessie family who edged the class on the quality of all 3 individuals and their balance as a group. I was also very impressed with how well the senior cow Cargenwen Little Jane 31 was wearing. After showing me the youngstock, John milked whilst I had the chance to catch up with his mum as she prepared a fantastic roast dinner for me.

Wednesday morning dawned and due to work commitments I needed to judge my last herd and then head back up to Stafford to clip some cows, so again it was an early start. In my opinion I had definitely saved the best until last and it was the balance of type throughout Tom Osbornes herd that gave him the nod. We saw the milkers first and the Seraphinas stood out here as a family. I also found my winning bull here in the form of Rodway Legacy, a tall, long, streachy bull on great legs and feet. With the youngstock driven through it was time for Tom to show off his culinery skills/empty the contents of the fridge on to the table!

In conclusion, I drove alot of miles, saw some fantastic cows, saw some great scenery and most of all caught up with some great friends on their homeground and to top it all off was treated to some amazing hospitality. So finally I would like to thank the region for asking me to judge and Sally Mitchell for organising the route so well and so swiftly.

I then headed into Cornwall where my first stop was to the new comers to the competition the Walters family, although it took a little getting to due to roads closed,

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Wendy Young Goodwick Seraphina 180

South Western Counties Shorthorn Breeders’ Association

Reserve Champion Shorthorn South West Dairy Event 2014 – WH & SJ Rawlins MEMBERS: ABLINGTON HERD - Pure Bred and BRWS stock occasionally for sale W H & S J Rawlins, Ablington Farm, Nr Salisbury, Wiltshire. SP4 8JX - Tel: (01980) 652701 ATTWOODS HERD Garett & Mannering, Attwoods Drove Farm, Compton, Winchester, Hants, SO21 2AY - Tel: (01962) 712694 THE BRIMCLOSE HERD D & S Slade, Southcott Farm, Chawleigh, Chulmleigh, Devon. EX18 7HP - Tel: (01769) 580087 BRINSBURY HERD Chichester College, Stablebarn Farm, Blackgate Lane, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1DD Tel: (01243) 786321 ext 1047 CANNSMILL - NORTHERN DAIRY HERD Mr B J S Bellas MBE, Billhole Cottage, Cann’s Mill, Black Dog, Crediton, Devon. EX17 4QG Tel: (01884) 860232 THE CARGENWEN HERD - Visitors Welcome J T Rowe, Windmill Farm, Lower Penponds, Camborne, Cornwall. TR14 0QJ Tel: (01209) 713704 GOODWICK HERD K J & M J Osborne & Partners, Whitchurch Farm, Ston Easton, Somerset. BA3 4DW Tel: (01761) 241668

HALE HERD - Visitors Welcome R F Collins, Hale Farm, Honiton, Devon EX14 9TQ Tel: (01404) 42148 HOOK HERD of TRADITIONAL DAIRY SHORTHORNS - Visitors Welcome – Stock for Sale Mr G E Woolford, Spurham Farm, Okehampton, Devon EX20 4NQ - Tel: (07977) 430115 THE HORETHORN HERD K & P Moorse, Clare Farm, Stowell, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4PD - Tel: (07870) 273282 THE PECKETSFORD ORGANIC HERD T Cligg, Pipplepen Farm, South Perrot, Beaminster, Dorset. DT8 3HS - Tel: (01935) 891199 REDHILL BEEF SHORTHORNS Brenda Wear, Windover, Butcombe, Blagdon, Bristol.

BS40 7XQ - Tel: (01275) 474271 (5 mins Bristol Int Airport) TONELEA HERD Arthur Whittle, Houndsmoor Farm, Milverton, Taunton, Somerset. TA4 1PU - Tel: (01823) 400910 THE WESTONIA HERD R Stockton, 40 Swincombe Rise, The Brambles, West End, Southampton, Hants. SO18 3NL Tel: (02380) 471983

Secretary: Sally Mitchell c/o Westgate House, 45 High West Street Dorchester, Dorset DT1 1UT tel: 01305 268786 email: sally.mitchell@gth.net 2015 DIARY DATES SATURDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER - THE ANNUAL SWCSBA CALF SHOW, FROME SHOW GROUND WEDNESDAY 7TH OCTOBER - THE SOUTH WEST DAIRY SHOW, THE BATH & WEST SHOW GROUND SHEPTON MALLET

South Western Counties Shorthorn Breeders Association Dairy Shorthorn Breed Calf Show at North Somerset Show on 5th May 2014 Judge: R Stockton It was a beautiful sunny day at North Somerset for the SWCSBA Annual Calf Show judged this year by association member Roger Stockton. The first class was for a calf born on or after 1.10.13 and had 4 entries in total. First place was awarded to Attwoods Foggathorpe Lass 4, a heifer with an excellent top line and showing great potential in the udder. Standing second was Attwoods Tabia 2, another lovely heifer with great teat placements and good presence but is yet to grow into herself as well as first place had done. Third place had travelled all the way from Cornwall being John Roweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entry Cargenwen Fillpail 38, a stunning roan calf and in fourth was the first place heifers twin sister, Attwoods Foggathorpe Lass 5th.

The second class was for a calf born on or between 1.11.12 and 31.3.13. There was only one entry in this class, Attwoods Tabia, born 11.01.2013 and sired by Rodway Reuben.

This heifer is showing huge potential and great promise in the udder, making a very exciting future prospect for the Mannerings.

She won the class and then went on to win Champion calf; reserve champion calf went to Attwoods Foggathorpe Lass 4.

Champion:

Attwoods Tabia Reserve Champion:

Attwoods Foggathorpe Lass 4 Calf born on or after 1.10.2013 1st Attwoods Foggathorpe Lass 4 2nd Attwoods Tabia 2 3rd Cargenwen Fillpail 38 4th Attwoods Foggathorpe Lass 5 Calf born on or between 1.11.12 and 31.3.2013 1st Attwoods Tabia

Champion & Reserve calf: Attwoods Tabia & Attwoods Foggathorpe Lass 4th

The two young handlers in the competition were Florence and Philippa Mannerings, Florence won the class and Philippa came second, both very capable handlers with not much between them but Florence got the edge when the judge made them swap calves.

Overall the show was a very good day, enjoyed by all and the standard of calves was very high, hopefully next year there will be a few more there to experience the wonderful show.

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Champion Calf: Attwoods Tabia

Class: Calf born on or after 01.10.13

Irish Milking Shorthorn Club Report

By Ann-Maree Manley 2014 was a good year in Ireland for milking shorthorn cows and their owners. It was the best year weather wise that we have had in quite some time. There was no shortage of grass and excellent forage in the form of silage and hay was saved. Farmers also received a good price for milk which was a welcome change.

In April 2014 the club hosted its 2nd Milking Shorthorn sale which is now an annual event. The sale took place in Cillin Hill mart, Kilkenny on April 14th. With a total of 28 head, 25 females and 3 males on offer it was an excellent opportunity for interested parties to buy some top pedigrees. There was widespread interest with buyers travelling from far and near. The vendors were Glenn Carter - Ransboro herd, Shay & Mona Concannon – Montiagh herd, James Lambe - Ballytrain herd, Michael & Ann-Maree Manley - Monasteroris herd, Rodger McCarthy - Milkhill herd, Michael Purcell - Venus herd. The top priced cow on the day was Ransboro Eva 2nd bred by Glenn Carter, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary selling for €1600 to a Cavan breeder who also purchased James Lambes Ballytrain Rose 91st for €1500, 2nd top price. The sale is growing each year so pencil it into your diary for April 2015!

The red heifer in the left of the picture is Ballytrain Rose 91st 2nd top price animal.

There was a good turnout at the shows throughout the year especially at Tullamore show Aug 10th which continues to have the strongest display of milking shorthorns. This year the show was expertly judged by Donie McKeown, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo. There were two young handler classes and 7 classes for livestock. The young member classes were very tough with 10 plus youths competing for the coveted red ribbon. Winning the Under 12 class was Patrick Roche from Wexford whilst the Under 18 title went to Louise Carter, Tipperary. Michael & Ann-Maree Manley won the 2014 born heifer with Monasteroris Lady Walton 7th and the 2013 born heifer with Monasteroris Songstress 5th.

Kenny Smyth won the heifer in calf class with Kilreek Fanny 2nd. Glenn Carter had the winning in milk heifer with Ransboro Primrose 70th. Glenn Carter also took top honors in both the Junior cow class (2 calves) with Ransboro Waterloo Rose 28th and with Ransboro Sabina in the Senior cow class. Ransboro Waterloo Rose 28th, from Glenn Carter went on to claim the Tullamore show Champion shorthorn 2014 followed by Kenny Smyths Kilreek Fanny 2nd in Reserve.

Full results are available at https://tullamoreshow.com/ competitionresults/select

Tullamore show was closely followed with the Irish Milking Shorthorns 1st Open day which is hoped to become an annual event. This year it was hosted by Michael and AnnMaree Manley from the Monasteroris Milking Shorthorn herd. Michael and Ann-Maree have been breeding milking shorthorns since 1996. ‘We purchased our first shorthorn in 1996 from the Carrowhubbock herd. In 2006 we purchased 100% pure shorthorn heifers and a breeding bull from the Rantonal herd in the UK. Our herd consists of about 50 milking cows with 40+ shorthorns in that number. We rear all our own replacements with approximately 35 youngstock. Our breeding goal centers on good feet and legs followed by mammary and then wide and powerful frames.’

At Monasteroris we are very passionate about the milking shorthorn breed. They are very functional and fertile cows. The herd displays great variety from heifers in milk to animals in their 9th lactation. There is also a selection of colour in the herd as a percentage of the herd dates back to purebred Holstein cow giving some blue cows.

The weather shone extremely favourably on the day with glorious sunshine hitting the backs of the colourful herd. The milking cows were on display in two batches, the main herd and three groups of four cows separated for the stockjudging competition. There was a class of heifers in milk, junior cows and senior cows. The masterjudge for this was Donie McKeown, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo.

Everyone was encouraged to take part with a category for both youth and adult. Winning the youth section was Ciara Fox from Galway, 2nd place Niamh Purcell from Tipperary and 3rd place for Hannah Healy from Kildare.

In the adult section top marks went to Kenny Smyth, Dublin, 2nd place went to Joe O’Connell, Dublin and in joint 3rd place Breda McCarthy, Waterford and Stephen Carter, Tipperary.

Michael & Ann-Maree were very pleased with the turnout; it was nice to see so many shorthorn enthusiasts get together & look through the herd.

Visitors always welcome. irishmilkingshorthorns@gmail.com

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Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society Report:

by Ryan Barrett, CMSS Secretary - Manager 2014 has been another year of slow growth for the Milking Shorthorn breed in Canada. Like most breeders, I would prefer that growth of our breed was happening at a faster rate...but I remain focused on sustainable growth. What is encouraging is that many of those purchasing Milking Shorthorns for the first time in recent years are under 40 years old.

Registration numbers, numbers of cows on official milk recording, and cows being classified continue to remain stable or increase slightly each year. The Society has members in nine out of ten Canadian provinces, but some of those provinces are represented by only one or two herds with Shorthorns, so we of course have more room for growth and improvement.

Our Annual Meeting and Field Day was held in July in Central Ontario in the Kawartha Lakes region. This region has seen a growth in Milking Shorthorn population in recent years and this was borne out by a strong attendance at the Field Day. Hosting duties were split between the Kiezebrink family of Cannington and the Knox family of Fenelon Falls. Both herds included some great cows as well as the generous hospitality of our hosts. The largest policy change arising from the Annual Meeting was approval for the membership to charge our registry service provider from Canadian Livestock Records Corp in Ottawa to Holstein Canada. This is being done in concert with most other Canadian dairy breeds to capitalize on the efficiencies derived from one service provider with one registry system. It is anticipated that this will lead to lower costs of registration services as well as faster turnaround and improved service for breeders.

Cow of the Year honours were awarded to Shawn Koopmans of Picton, ON for his cow Koopycrest Mocha Ali Apple, who had an amazing year in 2013. Apple not only was Grand Champion at the CMSS National Show in September 2013 but also broke the Canadian record for single lactation milk production, producing 16,742 kgs of milk in 305 days in only her second lactation.

Our National Online Sale returned in September 2014 after a year hiatus in 2013. The high seller set a new record price for a National Sale, with Lady Grove A. Christie selling for $5200 to the partnership of the Oceanbrae and Richford herds. She was consigned by the Naylor family of Kleefeld, Manitoba. All but two of the National Sale consignments sold to dairy producers new to the Milking Shorthorn breed, which is quite encouraging.

The annual National Show was held in Lindsay, Ontario again in September. Grand Championship honours went to Prinsville CD Stars (image right), the first place Two Year Old owned by Prinsville Dairy Farms of Bloomfield, Ontario.

Reserve Grand Champion went to Lynmark Clay Sally, owned by Lynmark Farms and Doug Wherry. Junior Championship honours went to Cedar Creek Premium Jeanette 11, who was freshly sold in the National Sale to Ash Lawn Farms of Ayr, Ontario.

Premier Breeder and Exhibitor banners went to Lynmark Farms again this year.

2014 also saw two new AI sires syndicated through Semex: Lady Grove Conrad and Lynmark St Clare. Both will be available in the UK upon passing the required tests at 24 months of age. Canadian breeders continue to use a wide assortment of Shorthorn/red breed sires from around the world and continue to look for options that fit our selection criteria. The top of our proven sire list continues to be dominated by two father and son pairs: B Jurist (#1) and his son Kulp-Gen Jurist Ace (#2) along with GMC Rebel Logic (#4) along with his son Oceanbrae Logicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Plato (#5). In between is the Illawarra sire Clarefield Mocha at #3 LPI. Both Zumba and Ironman-P should have first proofs in 2015.

Canadian genetics continue to be doing well around the world. Embryo progeny from Canadian breeders are impressing in herds in Australia and New Zealand, while Canadian sires are being used both traditional Shorthorn countries as well as some countries without existing populations, such as Venezuela and Costa Rica. The Society has recently reinvigourated marketing efforts using social media such as Facebook and Twitter and will also be staffing a booth which will include live cattle at the Canadian Dairy XPO in Stratford, Ontario in February 2015.

British Dairy Shorthorn breeders are encouraged to follow us on Facebook (/milkingshorthorn) and Twitter (@CanMShorthorn), as well as visiting us on our website at www.cmss.on.ca

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As always, any British breeders planning a trip to Canada are invited to contact the Society if you would like to visit some Shorthorn herds while visiting.

INTERNATIONAL

All-World Red Cow photographic competition I

n the seventh year of the All–World Red Cow photographic competition, Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States and New Zealand again go head to head.

The winners are decided by the five countries involved — each has a single, collective vote in every class. Each class winner receives a half–page advertisement with CrazyCow In Print and a crystal trophy from Semex.

The champions will be announced at International Dairy Week and published in the next edition of CrazyCow In Print.

The goal remains for additional countries to get involved; any countries interested in entering the 2013 competition, please contact: di@crazycow. com.au

DRY HEIFER

NEW ZEALAND – Bekay Blitz Angeline-ET

AUSTRALIA – Eagle Park Monarch Malda 3527

Sire – Blackwood Park Blitz Bred and Owned – Ken & Betty Baker, Ohaupo, NZ 1st Calf & Reserve Junior Champion, Reserve Champion Calf All Breeds, Stratford 2012

Sire – Silverleigh Monarch Bred – Tim & Natalie Cochrane, Terara, NSW Owned – Brad & Jessica Gavenlock, Berry, NSW Champion, Real Australian Dry Heifer 2013

UNITED KINGDOM – Boothdale Lady Laura 11th

UNITED STATES – Topp-View Moonshine Alexa

Sire – Strickley True Perfection Bred – David Wainwright, Ellesmere, Shropshire Owned – E Crank, Nr. Chester, Cheshire Class winner, Shorthorn Society photo competition 2013

Sire – Hardcore Othello Moonshine-ET Bred and Owned – Keaton, Kinley & Madelyn Topp, Botkins, Ohio 1st Fall Calf & Junior Champion, World Dairy Expo 2013

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TWO TO THREE YEARS IN–MILK

AUSTRALIA – Kangawarra Heather 3188

CANADA – Koopycrest Mocha Ali Apple ET

Sire – Llandovery Jinnys Empire Bred – Cochrane Family, Pyree, NSW Owned – Tim & Natalie Cochrane, Terara, NSW Champion, Real Australian 2-3 years in milk 2013

Sire – Clarefield Mocha Bred – David & Anne Kulp, Pennsylvania, USA Owned – Shawn Koopmans, Picton, Ontario Grand Champion, 2013 Canadian National Milking Shorthorn Show

NEW ZEALAND – Brecon Cedric Romula Sire – Cedric Bred and Owned – Red Cow Farms, Ashburton 1st 2 year old and Reserve Champion Cow, 2012 Christchurch Show

UNITED KINGDOM – Churchroyd Gentle 87th

UNITED STATES – Lands-Brook MVF L Claire-ET

Sire – Churchroyd King Kong Bred and Owned – IRG Collins & Partners, Whitley Lower, West Yorkshire Champion Heifer, South West Dairy Show 2013

Sire – GMC Rebel Logic-ET Bred – Lands-Brook Farms, Saint Olaf, Iowa Owned – Mapleton Valley Farms, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin 2013 Grand Champion, Wisconsin State Fair CrazyCow In Print - Volume 41 December 2013 - February 2014 53

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FOUR TO FIVE YEARS IN–MILK

AUSTRALIA – Glencliffe Joyce 468

CANADA – Oceanbrae Jurist Thyme-ET

Sire – Seattle-Red Bred and Owned – Raymond & Sarah Parker, Undera, Vic Champion, Real Australian 4-5 years in milk 2013

Sire – B Jurist Bred and Owned – Oceanbrae Farms, Prince Edward Island, Canada #5 LPI Cow in Canada, August 2013

NEW ZEALAND – Burness Emp Phil Sire – Llandovery Jinnys Empire Bred and Owned Logan & Nicki Kelly, Mataura, Southland 1st Combined Minor Breed, 3rd All Breeds NZ Dairy Event 2013

UNITED KINGDOM – Marleycote Songstress 13th

UNITED STATES – Halpins Mona II

Sire – Marleycote Rampage Bred and Owned – GG Baynes and Son, Hexham, Northumberland Champion, Shorthorn Society Photo Competition 2013

Sire – Cates PT Tangerines Target Bred – Halpin Farms, Kempton, Illinois Owned – Halpin & Mackinson, Kempton, Illinois Reserve Grand Champion, World Dairy Expo 2013

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AGED COW IN–MILK

AUSTRALIA – Glenbrook Venus 19

NEW ZEALAND – Brecon Rosette

Sire – Lemon Grove Bumper Bred and Owned – IL&JA Mueller, Murray Bridge, SA Champion, Real Australian 5-6 years in milk 2013

Sire – Brecon Mapasua Bred and Owned – Red Cow Farms, Ashburton 1st Aged Cow, NZ Dairy Event, Feilding 2013

UNITED KINGDOM – Marleycote Princess Jill 24th

UNITED STATES – Lands-Brook Christina-Exp-ET

Sire – Carrousel Regiment Red Bred and Owned – GG Baynes and Son, Hexham, Northumberland Class winner, Shorthorn Society Photo Competition 2013

Sire – Kuszmar Alfairs Othello Bred and Owned – Lands-Brook Farms, Saint Olaf, Iowa Grand Champion, World Dairy Expo 2013

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WORLD-RED

Picture perfect:

US cracks the most wins in the All-World Red Cow title

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he seventh year of the All-World Red Cow photographic competition goes down as the first time the USA has dominated against entries from Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada and New Zealand.

The winners were decided by every country having a single vote in each of the four age classes. No country voted on its own entry, and, similarly, any country without an entry in a class did not vote.

The USA won two classes: the two-to-three years in-milk with Lands-Brook MVF L Claire-ET (Grand Champion 2013 Wisconsin State Fair) and the four-to-five years in-milk Halpins Mona II, who was the 2013 Reserve Champion Milking Shorthorn at World Dairy Expo (WDE). The USA lost the dry heifer Championship on a countback, making it the most successful US team.

The most decisive winner was in the aged cow class, when Australia’s sole Champion, Glenbrook Venus 19, emerged a unanimous victor. Owned and bred by Ian and Julie Mueller, from Murray Bridge in South Australia, Venus Dry Heifer - CHAMPION – UK

Dry Heifer RESERVE CHAMPION USA

Dry Heifer HONOURABLE MENTION - AUSTRALIA

19 has a legion of admirers in this country and beyond.

The close-run race in the points break down between several countries shows the growth and some of the impact that the competition has had since its inception eight years ago — when Australia won three of the four classes.

The UK was also on the money this year in the dry heifer class. Boothdale Lady Laura 11th, sired by Strickley True Perfection, bred by David Wainwright from Shropshire, is now owned by E Crank, from Cheshire. The winner of the 2013 UK Shorthorn Society photographic competition, got the nod on a count-back.

Footnote: CrazyCow In Print thanks Neville and Marie Mueller for their hard work pulling this year’s competition together from scratch to presentation.

The results

DRY HEIFER DRY HEIFER Australia NZ USA UK TOTAL

Australia X 3 1 2 6

NZ 3 X 2 3 8

US 2 2 X 1 5

UK 1 1 3 X 5

CHAMPION - UNITED KINGDOM Boothdale Lady Laura 11th Sire – Strickley True Perfection Bred – David Wainwright, Ellesmere, Shropshire Owned – E Crank, Nr Chester, Cheshire Class winner, Shorthorn Society photo competition 2013 RESERVE - UNITED STATES Topp-View Moonshine Alexa Sire – Hardcore Othello Moonshine-ET Bred and owned – Keaton, Kinley & Madelyn Topp, Botkins, Ohio 1st Fall Calf & Junior Champion, World Dairy Expo 2013 HONOURABLE MENTION – AUSTRALIA Eagle Park Monarch Malda 3527 Sire – Silverleigh Monarch Bred – Tim & Natalie Cochrane, Terara, NSW Owned – Brad & Jessica Gavenlock, Berry, NSW Champion, Real Australian Dry Heifer 2013 4th – NEW ZEALAND Bekay Blitz Angeline-ET Sire – Blackwood Park Blitz Bred and owned – Ken & Betty Baker, Ohaupo, NZ 1st Calf & Reserve Junior Champion, Reserve Champion Calf All Breeds, Stratford 2012

TWO TO THREE YEARS IN-MILK 2-3YRS Australia Canada NZ USA UK TOTAL

Australia Canada X 3 2 X 1 4 1 2 2 4 6 13

NZ 2 3 X 4 3 12

US 1 1 3 X 1 6

UK 4 4 2 3 X 13

CHAMPION - UNITED STATES Lands-Brook MVF L Claire-ET Sire – GMC Rebel Logic-ET Bred – Lands-Brook Farms, Saint Olaf, Iowa Owned – Mapleton Valley Farms, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin 2013 Grand Champion, Wisconsin State Fair RESERVE CHAMPION – AUSTRALIA AUSTRALIA – Kangawarra Heather 3188 Sire – Llandovery Jinnys Empire Bred – Cochrane Family, Pyree, NSW Owned – Tim & Natalie Cochrane, Terara, NSW Champion, Real Australian 2-3yrs in milk 2013 2-3yrs Champion – USA

2-3yrs Reserve Champion Australia

2-3yrs Honourable Mention New Zealand

No Canadian entry

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4-5yrs Reserve Champion Australia

4-5yrs Champion – USA

HONOURABLE MENTION NEW ZEALAND Brecon Cedric Romula Sire – Cedric Bred and owned – Red Cow Farms, Ashburton 1st two-year-old and Reserve Champion Cow, 2012 Christchurch Show Equal 4th - CANADA Koopycrest Mocha Ali Apple ET Sire – Clarefield Mocha Bred – David & Anne Kulp, Pennsylvania, USA Owned – Shawn Koopmans, Picton, Ontario Grand Champion, 2013 Canadian National Milking Shorthorn Show Equal 4th – UK Churchroyd Gentle 87th Sire – Churchroyd King Kong Bred and owned – IRG Collins & Partners, Whitley Lower, West Yorkshire Champion Heifer, South West Dairy Show 2013

HONOURABLE MENTION – NEW ZEALAND Burness Emp Phil Sire – Llandovery Jinnys Empire Bred and owned Logan & Nicki Kelly, Mataura, Southland 1st Combined Minor Breed, 3rd All Breeds NZ Dairy Event 2013

CHAMPION - AUSTRALIA Glenbrook Venus 19 Sire – Lemon Grove Bumper Bred and owned – IL & JA Mueller, Murray Bridge, SA Champion, Real Australian 5-6 years in milk 2013

Equal 4th - CANADA Oceanbrae Jurist Thyme-ET Sire – B Jurist Bred and owned – Oceanbrae Farms, Prince Edward Island, Canada #5 LPI Cow in Canada, August 2013

RESERVE CHAMPION - UK Marleycote Princess Jill 24th Sire – Carrousel Regiment Red Bred and owned – GG Baynes and Son, Hexham, Northumberland Class winner, Shorthorn Society Photo Competition 2013

Equal 4th - UK Marleycote Songstress 13th Sire – Marleycote Rampage Bred and owned – GG Baynes and Son, Hexham, Northumberland Champion, Shorthorn Society Photo Competition 2013

FOUR TO FIVE YEARS IN–MILK 4-5YRS Australia Canada NZ USA UK TOTAL

Australia Canada X 3 1 X 3 4 2 1 3 4 9 12

NZ 1 4 X 3 2 10

US 2 2 2 X 1 7

UK 4 3 1 4 X 12

CHAMPION – UNITED STATES Halpins Mona II Sire – Cates PT Tangerines Target Bred – Halpin Farms, Kempton, Illinois Owned – Halpin & Mackinson, Kempton, Illinois Reserve Grand Champion, World Dairy Expo 2013 RESERVE CHAMPION - AUSTRALIA AUSTRALIA – Glencliffe Joyce 468 Sire – Seattle-Red Bred and owned – Raymond & Sarah Parker, Undera, Vic Champion, Real Australian 4-5yrs in milk 2013 Aged Cow Champion Australia

4-5yrs Honourable Mention - New Zealand

AGED COW IN–MILK AGED COW Australia NZ USA UK TOTAL

Australia X 1 1 1 3

NZ 3 x 3 3 9

US 2 3 x 2 7

UK 1 2 2 X 5

HONOURABLE MENTION - USA Lands-Brook Christina-Exp-ET Sire – Kuszmar Alfairs Othello Bred and owned – Lands-Brook Farms, Saint Olaf, Iowa Grand Champion, World Dairy Expo 2013 4th – NEW ZEALAND Brecon Rosette Sire – Brecon Mapasua Bred and owned – Red Cow Farms, Ashburton 1st Aged Cow, NZ Dairy Event, Feilding 2013 No Canadian entry

The details In the seventh year, competitors included Australia, the UK, Canada, the USA and New Zealand.

Winners are decided by the five countries involved — each had a single, collective vote in every class (and did not vote on their country’s entry).

If a country had no representative in a class they did not vote.

If there was a tie for first, a count-back system was applied (as in two classes this year).

The animal with the most first votes in the tie is declared the winner. Where fourth and fifth placings were tied, they were awarded equal fourth.

Our goal is to get additional countries involved. Those interested, please email Marie Mueller at muellerfamily@activ8.net.au or Dianna Malcolm at di@crazycow.com.au Aged Cow Reserve Champion – UK

Aged Cow Honourable Mention – USA

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WEBS aren’t all about Spiders

by Tony Fountain

Often people comment or ask the question of “what would it have been like in whatever year” and as strange as it may sound, in some ways we are living in an age comparable to the early to mid 1400’s.

How so I hear? Because that was the era when Johannes Gutenberg (1398-1468) introduced movable printing type to the European printing scene and, in a move that has been replicated in the last couple of decades of our times with the Internet (or the World Wide Web), changed the communication world forever.

And yet, so many people or organisations who could stand to gain from its increased and smarter use, are seemingly failing to do so. Having now spent a wonderful, if too short, period in the UK last June both seeing and talking to Shorthorn breeders, I came back “down under” with a greater understanding of the dynamics of the UK market.

What I couldn’t understand though was why more breeders of pedigreed Shorthorns aren’t more aggressive with their websites? Whilst it may have been OK to argue a few years ago that the agricultural sector was underutilising the technology, that is not now the case and with more and more farmers using the net in day to day farming operations.

Here then lies your opportunity to increase your business but in saying that, there are a few basic rules you must follow. These are: • Creating a database, adding to it regularly AND creating regular contact with those on that list.

• Your database should contain anyone you know (called referral base), people you have sold stock to,

livestock agents and auctioneers and people involved in government agencies that are beef oriented.

• Ensure that you place the URL of the website and your email address in all advertisements • Ensure that they, AND your physical address, are placed on your business cards and letterheads It has been my observation in a lifetime of business that it is easier to keep clients than find new ones, and whilst the latter (if your business is to grow) are critical to your profitability, an active and regular (monthly/bimonthly/quarterly) email newsletter is a most powerful promotional tool. People like to deal with people they feel they know and what better way to do that than to be in regular communication with them. The e-bulletins can show you and/or your staff doing routine farm activities, photos of the next crop of young bulls coming through, acknowledgment of, and to, clients who have had success in the pedigreed or commercial areas with your blood lines etc. Likewise, do you have a Facebook page? If not, why not and don’t try and tell me that it is too much trouble, for if you are, then what you are really saying is that you simply wish to remain in your own comfort zone.

That is an area that is often fatal in a business sense, for businesses never stand still - they either progress or regress. We look forward to being back in the UK next June for the 2015 Royal Highland Show and visiting herds across the UK. If you have any questions on this subject of internet based marketing, simply email me at droversjournal@fountainandco.com. If you would like to take a free subscription, go to www.fountainandco.com/ droversjournal.html and click on the “Subscribe link”.

Tony Fountain is an Australian stud stock auctioneer and the Editor and Publisher of The Drovers Journal, a Shorthorn oriented free weekly e-bulletin that has subscribers in 16 countries across the globe and which is produced from his home town of Bowral NSW Australia. shorthorn 61

Chichester College Brinsbury Campus

The Brinsbury Herd of Dairy Shorthorns was founded in 2002 following the merger between Brinsbury the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;West Sussex College of Agricultureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with Chichester College.

It was immediately obvious that there was very little student experience in suckler cows and the decision was made to purchase some dairy cows. The herd was formed with the purchase of 40 Dairy shorthorns from two herds.

A further 20 Ayrshire cows were added in 2008 to take the numbers up to a more commercial number.

By 2011 when I took over the running of the farm, we had around 80 milking cows on a high input system with 50% maize and 1.5 tonnes of concentrates and lots of time spent indoors. Yields averaged under 5000litres and the viability of the farm was questioned. We decided to cross the cows with red Holstein to increase yields and used April Day Wisconsin on many of the heavier type 100% cows. He has left us with some tremendous heifers which have developed into beautiful mature cows, which have boosted yields. Alongside blending the cows we have taken out the maize silage, got the cows out onto a paddock rotation and reduced in parlour feeding. We now have a very simple system, calving in two blocks, autumn and spring. The cows are out from mid-March until November feeding on self-feed silage and parlour cake. We will continue to try and extend our grazing even further, but we need to continue to improve our track systems. All youngstock and dry cows are out wintered on strip grazing and baled silage.

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We are currently milking 120 cows, (160 by end of March), and have just hit 5973 litres per cow, (we should go over 6000 next month), 3878 litres are from forage and we feed 1.1 tonnes of cake per cow.

I am extremely happy with the progress the cows have made and they are driving forward the profitability of the farm allowing us to invest in improvements to the milking, silage and housing facilities.

Because of the progress the cows have made, we do not wish to breed away from the Dairy Shorthorn. On to our 50% younger animals we have extensively used Drisgol Watzon and Madonnas Prince, leading to a batch of great bulling heifers who we have synchronised to be served on the 1st of November. Those heifers will be going to Nejay Ernie on a double timed insemination. We will use sexed semen to cover any returns. The autumn cows will be put to Nejay Ernie, Rodway Rueben and Rodway Prince. Any of the older 100% cows and any cows not in calf by 3rd service will go to high fertility Danish Red, to harness lifetime traits and constituents. We may also use more Strickely Maximus who has thrown some beautiful calves this year.

As well as producing a sustainable business our cows are integral to the teaching of all the courses. Students do three weeks of duties over the college year where they do the morning milking, feed the calves and do stock checks, then attend lessons. Cows and calves are all used for teaching. They are monitored for health and weight, used for haltering, movements and everything else involved with cattle.

Students move electric fences, learn how to plough, as well as all the work involved in grassland cultivations. We also have a handful of Sussex sucklers, some weaner pigs and 350 high EBV Llyen ewes.

We teach a very broad range of students. About 100 students study agriculture every week on levels 1 to 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; level 3 is the same as the old ND in agriculture. We have two groups of school links students and a group of Key Stage 4 students who access the farm as part of specialist programmes, to help them remain in education when conventional education has failed them.

Alongside the regular students, any group from across our college can come down to the farm and use the animals to complement their teaching. Our Foundation Students access the farm a lot.

This year we have also begun to work with the new vet school at Surrey University. We are delivering the dairy cattle handling module, where the new vet students do two sessions on the farm: one on haltering and restraining cattle and a second where they do an afternoon milking. I am currently working to get our milk records and veterinary records available online so that they can be accessed by our students and the vet school.

We are exceptionally proud to have our herd of Dairy Shorthorns and we hope to continue to improve them over the coming years. We are especially focused on pursuing a simple efficient system of milk from grass. However we have also enjoyed beginning to classify and show our cows.

One of the most impressive things we have experienced is the friendship and support from other breeders. Graham and Shirley Madeley have been exceptionally helpful in helping us select bulls. Wendy Young was wonderful at the recent All Breed All Britain Calf show, but generally every interaction weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had with Shorthorn breeders is excellent. The encouragement and help they have given me, and more importantly our students, is a credit to the breed because encouraging more young people into Agriculture is what we are all about.

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Brinsbury ranked 2nd for student success for Landbased colleges 95% Student satisfaction Proud owners of the Brinsbury herd of Dairy Shorthorns

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Wainwrights Wanderings

We had come to end of an era as John Teasdale hung up his hat as tour organiser and his boots were more than adequately filled by David Wainwright. I think we would all very much like to thank John for all the work he has put in over the last decade and congratulate David on the first of many very successful tours.

The tour this year headed to the North East and started on Thursday lunchtime at Marleycote Walls, home to the Baynes family, and what a place to start. We were met with a fantastic lunch and refreshments thanks mainly to Shirley! We could not help but be impressed by the fabulous 5 year old set up The tour started in the dairy where Paul very ably talked us through the processing side of the business and how it has grown, with Paul as the front man it is in very safe hands.

We then moved into the shed and saw the robots in action, t a l k e d through very ably by David and Richard. The whole set up has been based around cow comfort and that was very evident throughout. The cows unfortunately were having to be kept in due to inclement weather but they still looked in good form and its a real credit to Richards eye for a dairy cow that they looked the part and were producing the goods so well, a lot of the cows catching the eyes were bred by home bred sires too.

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We then moved onto looking at youngstock at Richards and saw some very balanced groups. As is tradition we caused a little bit of chaos this time in the form of rush hour traffic and Richards dog whose collision with a car which caused some of the ladies a lot of concern for the next day or two.

Next stop was to be base for the next four nights, The Derwent Manor Hotel, Allensford, Northumberland, a very impressive location described by our accommodation critic as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the best place we have stayedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; - high praise indeed. Some members of the tour party began with some traditional wine tasting - a vital part of any tour, we then had an evening meal in the restaurant - posh or what!

Friday dawned and a busy cow day was about to start, with sat nav charged and car seats juggled we set off in convoy to Breckney, home of the Harrison family. This was soon to become my ideal tour of cows, the shorthorns had been separated from their Holstein counterparts and were then individually paraded passed us-perfect. The Aramis Et daughters of Goldie were looking great here along with some very fancy show calves, we were also treated to coffee and very nice cakes thanks again to Paul and Ann for their hospitality.

We then had a very scenic run over some interesting roads to Weardale and the home of the Craig family and their Newpark herd. Due to the fact its good to eat little, or not so little and often we started here with lunch-its hungry work riding round in car! Denis then showed us round the cattle and some very promising youngstock, the cattle were all in great order. Thanks Denis and Margaret for making us so welcome.

Another short drive to Tom Ripleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Tonys followed, with some sat navs more accurate than others we all finally arrived at what can only be described as a chocolate box farm. What a fantastic place Tom and Tony have here and they have done everything so well. The cows that Tom has bought are a credit to his eye, he has gathered together some great cows and cow families and as more calves hit the ground it will be interesting to look round again in the future. We were again treated to a super afternoon tea including Toms homemade cakes. We then left Tom and Tony to milk while we hot footed it to the local pub The Joiners Arms. We created another first for the tour by getting the pub to open early for us much to the delight of the locals who joined us in an early evening tipple. We had a fabulous meal with great company and entertainment and Tom even managed a couple of glasses of red after milking.

Saturday dawned and after an early morning dip for some we headed to Beamish. Once there we found a few friends to boost numbers and get in at group rate- dont know which tight Yorkshire persons idea that was. Beamish has a great variety of buildings and shops and brought back many memories to some of the more senior members of the party and some even went back to school. We spent a few great hours here and some even ventured down the mine.

Next it was back to the hotel to get ready for a night at the dogs. Sunderland was our venue and we were joined by friends from the area, which made for a great night, we even had our own bet runner and barslave-perfect. Quite a few people had some winnings, more by good luck than good management , I think we may have created another first when the late party were asked to leave the building so they could lock up!

Sunday started with another dip and then off to Chillingham Castle via the ice cream farm. Chillingham Castle is very unique, full of strange artefacts and is renowned for being haunted. Unfortunately the Chillingham cattle were unable to be viewed while we were there which we had been quite looking forward to. We headed back down the coast road and stayed at Sea houses to recharge our batteries and blow away the cobwebs-it was certainly very bracing. We then headed back to the hotel for the final night meal in the bar to reminisce on the tour events.

On Monday after checking out of the hotel we hot footed it to Chris Hall and family and their Whitchester herd.

Unfortunately due to the weather the cows were inside here as well but we still managed to see a great herd of working cows where bulls from Marleycote, Bishopbrae and Twells had all worked really well and there was also some very smart youngstock for the future. Again we were royally fed-thanks we must have looked like we needed it and then we all headed off in our own separate directions after a great few days with friends looking at fantastic cows in great scenery with a good many laughs.

If you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t joined us on tour yet I highly recommend you join us next year, its a few days not to be missed. The 2015 tour is combining North Cheshire and a few days on the Isle of Man - get your Name down quick.

Wendy Young

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Buying From Society Sales Brings Great Advantages The Kirk family has been milking Shorthorns since the 1940s as their father Victor Eric had always kept the breed. In the 1960s Victor and his father decided to introduce the Holstein Friesian to the Shorthorn nucleus.

Now Edward in partnership with brothers Joseph and Andrew are hoping to reinstate the Shorthorns prominence through purchases from Society Sales. The fourth generation partnership now runs an enterprise totaling two thousand three hundred and fifty acres; two thousand acres cropping oats, wheat, barley rape and maize which is predominantly run by Joe and Andrews son Robert. Three hundred and fifty acres grass that serves the milking herd and dairy followers, plus four hundred and twenty beef, and two thousand turkeys. Andrew also contract runs one hundred and twenty Red Poll sucklers for the landlord.

Edward is the main driving force behind the management of the milking herd with help from his sister Sarah who occasionally milks, Jonathan an assistant herdsperson and Edwards sixteen year old son Matt who firmly believes “that farming is a way of life not just a job and it is definitely a defective gene I get from my father!” The hundred-cow herd is calved predominantly from October with the hope of finishing by the end of April. Calves remain on the milking farm for two to three weeks and then go onto the old Dairy unit were Andrew takes over the rearing. The herd currently stands at 30% Shorthorn to 70% Holstein Friesian but that is something Edward is progressively changing.

“The Shorthorns are a greatly improved breed and I believe you can make most cows milk so I run a maize and graze system. I love grazing and try for a mid April turn out but struggle with the wet weather so buffer feeding is often essential.”

Sarah, Edward and Matt

Kirks’ grow one hundred and thirty five acres of maize, which is a fantastic break crop and wonderful entry into winter wheat. Feeding maize and mixed ration through the summer is possible because the Shorthorns no longer carry the weight they used too “they want to work and are always the first out of the building in spring” averaging 6,700kgs yields with rare vet visits. The Friesians can achieve 8,500kgs easily but they carried so many other problems, especially “concrete fever” that they now seem unsuitable for the Kirk system.

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Edward does his own hoof trimming and the herd is tested yearly for BVD, Leptospirosis, blood testing heifers for Neospora, Milk testing for Johnes and Liver Fluke. All purchased cattle are blood tested on arrival and there’s a yearly TB test, which the Kirks’ have never had a positive to date. Edward admits that all he wants is a healthy cow “you can look after ten cows whilst looking after one sick one, we must have the cleanest bill of health and a herd that can walk” yet another reason for the move into a more Shorthorn based herd. The Shorthorns power of recover is outstanding and they have phenomenal legs and feet, fewer cases of mastitis, digital dermatitis and twisted stomachs. The Kirk family is in full support of buying through society sales because of the knowledge of an animal’s health status and buying in is also the quickest way to increase Shorthorn bloodlines.

FACT FILE:

“Buying through the Society Sales brings great advantages because you are buying from the top herds with an influx of varying cattle genetics.”

Milk contract with Tesco

Partnership: Joe, Andrew & Edward Kirk Farm Size: 2350 Acres 3000ton hay, straw, silage sold at farm forage sale yearly Total cattle numbers (including beef) 700 Current AI Bulls: Twells Prince, Castledale Snowman, Drisgol Madonna’s Prince & Glanhirwen Prince AI Bulls Used: Drisgol Madonna’s Prince, Hooton Fair Reflection, Lisnamulligan Fairway & Strickley True Perfection.

Combined replacement rate 16%

Edward has only missed two society sales since he first started buying and he has always had to buy with restraint so not to fill a lorry! But he continues to attend sales and add more Shorthorns to the herd by buying established family names. The first cows Edward brought from Chelford were Dunham Pansy 41st, Wensley Diamond Iris, Winbrook Dewdrop and Wensley Lady Hermione 4th who are all still in the herd. Wensley Diamond Iris is perhaps Edwards favourite cow, docile but with a cheeky character she is milking with her third lactation and has produced the first Brookside Iris a Drisgol Watzon daughter. Iris is a popular cow with the family as Edward’s son states that they fight for ownership of her! Vying for the top spot in Edward’s eyes is Brookside Dewdrop an Oxton Boundless daughter because she is “one of my first achievements in breeding”.

Edward and his family seem to be enthusiastic converts to the breed despite being the only Shorthorn herd in Leicestershire. This has not dampened the Kirks’ interest citing that “the Shorthorn Society has been brilliant” they have a vested interest in their breeders and instantly put Edward in touch with Anne Norbury secretary of the North Midlands Region.

“Anne has made us feel really welcome and the herds competition has been lovely to join, you have the pleasure of good company and helpful answers about breeding.”

In fact the first year Edward entered the North Midlands Herds Competition he won the Heifer in Milk class with

Wensley Diamond Iris one of Edwards favourite cows

Broadlane Duchess Gwynne 93rd brought from Chelford in the autumn of 2012. In the future Edward would be very content milking an all red, white and roan herd whilst keeping on top of the day-to-day running of the farm.

“I find milking cows a joy especially ones that are easily managed which is what I class the Shorthorn to be, they get me up in the morning”.

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Society Sale Provides the Perfect Present Sarah Smith ne Kirk left school when she was fifteen and went to work on the family farm. Now at 66 years old Sarah is still infatuated with the Dairy Shorthorn breed and is still milking the cows four afternoons a week. Back in 2011 Sarah and her husband Richard celebrated their Ruby wedding anniversary and despite being offered a celebratory party or to be whisked off on a holiday Sarah insisted the best present would be a Shorthorn to call her very own. When the catalogue arrived for the June 2011 Chelford Society Sale Sarah eagerly marked the cows that took her fancy although she had to remain within budget.

When the hammer went down on Dunham Jill 33rd Sarah was ecstatic, a Shorthorn finally that was just hers. Sadly Richard passed away three months later so Jill is Sarahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extra special cow and the very last gift that her husband brought her. Dunham Jill has had one progeny Brookside Jill by Drisgol Watzon and hopefully this year another heifer is on the way as the perfect present keeps on giving.

Rachael Madeley Sarah Smith - Edward Kirks sister with her favourite cow Dunham Jill 33

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Julie Llewellyn finds the breed that suits.

The Llewellyn family farm an all grass based system near Llawhaden Castle, Narberth, West Wales where they milk a herd of around eighty cows, predominantly Dairy Shorthorns. Growing up on her parent’s Holstein Friesian farm Julie Llewellyn’s passion for dairy cattle was instilled at an early age and she began milking cows when she was 12 years old. After having a spell milking Ayrshire cows the family started their own Ashgrove herd in 1990, but due to ill health Julie had to sell the milkers until a year later when she was able to buy milking cows again.

Shorthorns were not Julie’s first choice as she wanted to stick with the black and whites and she was admittedly a little hesitant when considering the breed. “I was nervous as I knew nothing about the breed but I was also desperate for milking cows and being organic at the time meant I was limited as to where I could restock from. But after browsing through the OMSCo milk registry I stumbled across Graham Madeley’s Rodway Dairy Shorthorns. So in May 2006 I packed my bag and went cow shopping for a week!” Julie proceeded with caution and bought seven Shorthorns to try at first along with numerous Friesians and Jersey crosses. Another eleven Shorthorns followed two months later from the same source. In fact the journey to Shropshire became Julie’s annual pilgrimage with her friend Judith and a further twenty-five cows followed over the next two years

Obviously pleasantly surprised by the economical benefits of the Shorthorn, Julie was inspired into a breed conversion. “The Shorthorn is so easy to handle with a great temperament, this is the number one desirable trait for me, I like a cow that I can work with. Not to mention their fantastic legs and feet, which are essential on our farm tracks. And of all the breeds, Shorthorns have great health traits and an unbeatable power of recovery.”

Julie strives for a simple hassle free lifestyle when it comes to her farm management. Running a straightforward system to achieve the maximum output. This is successful on one hand because of her careful calf rearing “you get a calf right from the minute she is born and that animal can start contributing back to the bottom line faster.”

Julie trims all the cows’ feet as she dries them off as well as worming and fluking. Then three weeks before calving the cows are housed in a purpose built shed that has dramatically eased a cow’s transition from her dry period back into the milking herd. “We calve on sand, which is scraped out and replaced after every cow and this has eliminated cases of cows calving down with mastitis and prevented calves having infected navels.” The calf is then removed after that all-important first suckle and a week later the cow will leave the transition group and enters the herd.

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Calves are fed on whole milk from the three cows with the lowest Johnes readings; the herd is tested every three months. “The biggest problem with calf rearing is the inconsistency, feeding whole milk means the quantity and quality of the feed is always the same, the calves seldom suffer from scour and never lose the bloom from swapping over to powder.” Julie keeps the calves in small groups that enable her to identify a sick calf quickly but also reduces any spread of airborne diseases through large batches. “Observation, observation, observation is critical in calf rearing, noticing sickness early on is important and can save many problems in the long run. Spotting a calf with drooping ears means I need to act quickly. ” A recent investment has been the addition of the Cosy Calf jackets for the young calves when the temperature drops below twelve degrees. As the calves used to huddle around the lamps in the cold weather, these jackets have been a vast improvement to calf comfort as well as increasing the growth rate of the calves as they use less energy keeping warm.

Believing firmly that careful youngstock rearing is a key role in laying the foundations for a more successful herd output is paramount at Ashgrove. In fact a new shed is near completion for reared heifers, which optimizes airflow through a specially designed ventilated light ridge, this lets the stale air out without letting moisture in. “Hopefully vaccinations for pneumonia will be a thing of the past.” Heifers calve down into the herd at approximately twenty-four months of age, for this to happen the first six months are vital and I am sure this shed will help towards Julie’s target growth rates. When out at grass the maiden heifers are fed 2kg of concentrates a day to continue this growth but “the heifers must be fit not fat” to promote rumen growth and achieve a greater lifetime yield not to encourage low energy fat cattle.

All cattle are now being served to Shorthorns bulls, “I used to use beef but find they pull the cows down too much and with the low replacement rate of the Shorthorn breed I sincerely enjoy having the surplus heifers to sell.” Although natural service is mostly used Churchroyd General Jack, Hooton Fair Reflection, Drisgol Madonna’s Prince, Cotonhall Colby, Nejay Prince 4th Lisnamulligan Fairway and Rodway Prince to name but a few have been sampled. The current bull on the farm is Strickley Wiggo housed near the collecting yard “I only have to watch the bull to know which cows need serving!” And hot on Wiggo’s heels is Strickley Empire.

Having a stock bull is perhaps one reason for Ashgrove’s good fertility performance. Another contributing factor is that four days post calving all cows are checked inside by Julie to make sure there is no withheld placenta, if this is unfortunately the case a bag of sugar is the remedy; a tip Julie learnt from a Lithuanian vet. By inserting a whole bag of preserving sugar into the womb the bacteria is starved of fluid and this has completely eradicated any signs of metritis in the herd and has vastly reduced the antibiotic use and vet bills.

FACT FILE: Daily Average Last Recording 30.4kg Daily Average For Year 26.9kg 6,029kg Last Years Yield (Organic) 7,639kgs This Year Yield

Julie with Ashgrove Red Rose 3rd

Rolling Calving Index 371 89 days to Conception No TMR Vet bills are also cut as NMR now carries out all pregnancy tests through milk sampling.

The herd is run on a grazing system for as many months as possible, turn out this year was the first week in March, and hopefully the cows will stay out days until November.

Paddock grazing is practised and pre mowing is currently being tested with the intentions of downsizing certain fields further into more manageable paddocks with extra water toughs and more tracks. Due to the distance the cows have to walk to graze they are kept in the sand filled cubicles at night when the day light hours are shorter. “It is a long way to the field and back just for the cows to lie down.” The cubicles are definitely kept in good order with sand being topped up weekly; fans to keep the air fresh and a recently installed cow brush which is very popular “a comfortable cow is a happy cow, and happy cows perform.” Grass silage is fed in round feeders that are under cover and concentrates are only fed through the parlour at the average of 1.75 tonnes per cow, plus Bi Carb, Rock Salt and Mineral licks are always on offer.

Considering Julie started taking an interest in the Shorthorn breed eight years ago she has certainly come on leaps and bounds. The herd has converted quite rapidly from the black and whites; a few excellent Friesians remain but the prominent Shorthorns have clearly been an advantageous choice. The herd now boasts Ashgrove Marie Julie’s first excellent homebred cow. Plus in the 2012 South Wales Shorthorn Herd Competition Julie found herself with a hatful of awards to take home including best pair of heifers, best youngstock and third overall herd. Not to mention Julie’s favourite cow, Ashgrove Red Rose 3rd was the 2012 best calf, nicknamed giraffe for her unusual markings she has produced 7,261 litres in her first lactation and she clearly stood out in the field.

Although Julie is not far off an all Shorthorn herd she strives to achieve just, adding on another 500-800litres whilst maintaining her simple but effective system.

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The Churchroyd Feature Reprinted courtesy of Farmers Guardian – photos by John Eveson

Producing the right cow for a system and situation is the goal for Ian Collins. Chloe Palmer visits him ahead of his trip to show cattle at the Dairy Show to find out how he has achieved his goal alongside a showing record which is second to none.

Four decades ago, while many dairy farms were turning to the Holstein for increased yield, Mary Collins and her husband chose to establish their pedigree herd of Dairy Shorthorns at Church Farm, Whitley, near Dewsbury, West Yorkshire. Now it seems the breed is making a comeback.

Mrs Collins says: “Everyone thought we were mad back then, but now we are getting quite a bit of interest in our bulls from farmers with Holstein herds,” Mrs Collins’ son, Ian, suddenly found himself running the farm 10 years ago when his father died, although he was closely involved with its management for 10 years before this.

He says: “My father always let me have an input. He encouraged me to choose the bulls from when I was a teenager.”

Passion Mr Collins has evidently inherited all the passion for the breed from his parents and is very clear about what he looks for in his cows.

He says: “We are perched on the edge of the Pennines and have a lot of fields on the side of a steep hillside. We need a mobile cow which can walk and graze, so our cows need to have excellent conformation and we are not looking for an extreme type.”

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Functionality has not been at the expense of appearance, however. The Churchroyd herd of pedigree Shorthorns has enjoyed an unprecedented run of success during this year’s showing season.

Mr Collins says: “We won every trophy at the National at the Cheshire Show. We won the supreme and reserve titles at the Great Yorkshire Show and achieved the new breed record for a bull sold at the society sales. It has been a very good year for us.”

Mr Collins leaves much of the preparation and showing to his mother and sister, Wendy, but he says his son, Harry, and daughter, Molly are ‘very keen’ and show every sign of picking up the reins from their father and grandmother.

“We have all grown up with showing, we enjoy it and there is a great social side to it too,” says Mr Collins.

“I always try not to over-do any of our animals in the ring and I get the greatest pleasure from winning with different cows. I want to be known for having a good herd, not just one or two good animals.”

Their exceptional record in the show ring is the end result of almost four decades of careful selection and blending to reach the desired type.

“I am always looking for a cow which has width throughout and great legs and feet,” says Mr Collins. “All my cows must have an exceptional udder and I am ruthless with animals which do not make the grade because it is the only way to improve the herd.”

Not content with having a string of show champions, Mr Collins believes there is always scope to better his herd.

“There is no one who is more critical of my cows than me. There are always cows and cow families which need improvement and I am always looking to move the poorer performing end of the herd nearer to the top.”

The Churchroyd herd has attracted some controversy among the more traditional Shorthorn breeders because Mr Collins is not afraid to blend genetics from other breeds.

Experimentation “Traditionally, the fore-udder of the Shorthorn needed to be corrected, so I used Ayrshire blood to improve it.

“I am not scared of experimenting because just using one bull as a quick fix might not be the answer. Sometimes a cow may appear to be too extreme, but it is not always the first cross I am looking for.”

Mr Collins is also quick to dispel the myth that the durability of the Shorthorn comes at the expense of milk. “I do not see any reason why a dairy farmer should tolerate a lack of yield in return for longevity. My cows are averaging 8,000 litres and many of them will have eight or 10 calves.

“I want to move forwards all the time, but I will not ignore the animals which are lasting and still producing excellent yields.

“I value this trait in a cow because she has to produce at least two calves before she has paid for herself.”

Mr Collins is quick to point out he does not pursue yield when managing his herd because he believes the additional litres would come at a price.

He says:”We achieve our current average yield with no problems, but I think if we try and push the cows harder, we might encounter problems and cost.”

Mr Collins is now producing high quality bulls which are occasionally for sale and the process starts with the selection of the bull mothers.

“I earmark the bull mothers long before they are served by referring to their classifications to assess their potential because I will always breed a bull from a good cow family rather than just one good cow.

“Any bull calf which does not have the back pedigree will end up in the bull beef unit, irrespective of how good looking it is.

“I sell them at two or three weeks old, so I am not tempted to keep something which does not have the right breeding.”

Mr Collins is not afraid to make use of embryo transfer in certain circumstances, but he does not flush good cows as a matter of course.

“I have also have a third-calver which has done 13,000 litres in 305 days and she won the supreme championship at the Great Yorkshire Show this year.”

“Most of our good cows last and we usually have as many as 10 calves from them, so this reduces the need for embryo transfer,” he adds.

Mr Collins does not look for a high turnover within the herd to progress the genetic potential more quickly.

Mr Collins has refined his rearing system for heifer calves over the last 12 months to ensure a higher proportion will calve at two years.

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“For the last six months we have been weaning calves at 12 weeks rather than eight, and we have seen tremendous growth rates. At six months old, the calves which have been weaned later are bigger and better and they maintain this growth.”

Mr Collins believes management of the calves in the first two weeks of their lives will minimise setbacks later on.

“It is vital the calves experience a good start, so all ours receive their mother’s milk for four days and then we mix this half and half with milk powder for the next two weeks. They are then fed milk powder right through until weaning.”

Making the most of the grass around the farm is the aim for the milking herd and this can provide challenges in relation to climate and limited land.

Mr Collins says:”We only have 30 hectares of grass around the farm and although we are on quite heavy land, the soils are thin and it can soon burn off in a dry summer. So we aim to turn the cows out as early as possible, usually in March, to make the most of the early bite.”

Show Record: • Churchroyd Peggy 19 was champion at the 2014 Dairy Shorthorn national show. Churchroyd Gwen 8 was reserve champion.

• The fortunes of the two cows were reversed at the Great Yorkshire Show this year when Churchroyd Gwen 8 was placed champion and Churchroyd Peggy 19 reserve.

Cows are out until November in most years and Mr Collins says this is where the Shorthorn hardiness comes into its own.

• The showing highlight for the family was when Churchroyd Bronte Wildeyes 97 was champion at the Royal Show and the Great Yorkshire Show in the same year.

“Our cows are out in the middle of the field grazing when others might be standing under a hedge to shelter from the weather. The Irish are one of our best customers because they are looking for a cow which will thrive in poor weather and milk off grass.”

• Churchroyd Shorthorns have secured a string of championships at the Dairy Show over the last five years.

Securing more land around the farm is unlikely in the near future, so expanding the milk herd is not an option for Mr Collins. He says increasing sales of bulls and semen is the way forward.

Diversification

Feeding & cow health • Buffer feeding can be necessary in drier summers so 32ha (80 acres) away from the farm provides three cuts of silage and 4ha (10 acres) of wholecrop triticale.

“When customers come to buy a bull, they can see its back pedigree for themselves. I want to be selling bulls and semen to repeat customers in 10 years’ time, so I want to make sure we get everything right.”

• Mr Collins has experimented with growing maize in the last two years but says he is not yet convinced this is a realistic option this far north and on ground lying at 145 metres (800 feet).

Alongside this growing line of business is another diversification which is flourishing. The Collins’ work with an agent who sources animals for television productions and cows from the Churchroyd herd are now making regular appearances.

• Home grown rations are supplemented with brewers grains sourced from Tadcaster and Mr Collins has already clamped this winter’s supply.

Mrs Collins is optimistic for the future of this novel business opportunity. She says: “We have provided cows for Emmerdale in the past and now our cows feature in the BBC production, The Village.

“We are hoping the farm in the series will be looking to increase cow numbers in the near future.”

• A routine bulk milk sample is taken to test for Johne’s.

• All bulls are screened for BVD, Leptospirosis, Johne’s and IBR. • Fertility is never an issue for the herd; cows are served at 56 days onwards and the conception rate is up to 80 percent to first service.

• The current calving interval for the herd is 385 days.

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THE KENPREST HERD In early summer shorthorn breeders were invited to see the Kenprest herd owned by Ken Prestidge at Forest Farm, Earlswood, Solihull. Ken has been breeding shorthorns since 1969. Firstly under the Cherryripe herd prefix and later under the Kenprest prefix. The last time I wrote about the herd it was at its 13th home at Lutterworth in Leicester,since then the cattle have travelled as far as Hampshire,Yorkshire and Somerset to name but a few before landing at the 19th and final farm!

Ken advertised for a farm to rent for his herd and Fowlers Farmhouse cheese had just sold their cows but wanted to continue making cheese on farm. The high protien milk is well suited to cheese making. Ken runs about 50 milkers which he feels is enough to handle on his own. They are loose housed in winter with big bale silage and a good quality concentrate producing yields of 6000 litres plus.

The breeding side is Ken’s real passion and he has a massive collection of marked catalogues which he writes comments in for future reference and all the herdbooks.

If you are wondering where a family originates from Ken will be able to tell you.

Breeding policy has been to line breed to Hastoe bloodlines, usually 100% pure, and he has managed to retain the Veracity, Lady Hermiones and Millicents throughout.

Ken has been able to start building up his herd again and being an avid collecter of old families the Waterloo Rose, Baroness, Digitalis (both Stockwood), Poynings and Ada lines have arrived from the Rantonall herd. Newpark Jean, Hale Georgie Cran, Hooton Lilyfair and Winhall Joy have also been added. Although Ken has been the self proclaimed “Doyenne of the hundred percenth”. He has become less radical in his old age! and now buys any cow that takes his eye. Last year saw the purchase of the Lilac, Wild Duchess, Fillpail, Princess Anne and Foggathorpe families from the Pattinson families Weaverdale dispersal at Leek Auction. These have gone on to milk really well with yield around 8000 kilos. Red Danes have taken his

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eye and the Syd Abru daughter Rodway Foggathorpe Primrose 25 was purchased at the Rodway dispersal and has gone Excellent having given 7113 at 4.47 fat and 3.80 protien on her 7th calf. Ken has used a few straws of the Danish bull R Facet and is impressed with the calves.

Bulls being used through AI at the present time include Brooksteads Bomber, Stockwood Lord Barrington 3rd, Oceanbrae Logics Plato and his favourite Hinxhill Grand Beau, a bull full of Hastoe breeding.

Concerned at the plight of the fast disappearing Guernsey breed, Ken decided to build up a small herd of these and uses old type bulls on them, they compliment the shorthorns in being good for cheese making. A very enjoyable day was had by all and it was good to see Ken back amongst his cows again. Gary Norbury

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RCG sires have a proven track record in production, in the showring, and in the sale ring.

The last four sires selected by RCG to receive a proof from DairyCo have returned three sires with a positive £PLI figure. Proof indeed that the selection process used by RCG ensure superior genetics are available to use in your herd.

Show Winners

Champion UK Dairy Day 2014 by Champion Great Yorkshire Show Drisgol Watzon 2014 by Churchroyd Pluto

Champion Staffordshire Show 2014 by Nejay Prince 4th

Sale Toppers 2014:

Nejay Dispersal sale top price 5,000gns Nejay Pamela Marty by Churchroyd Pluto

2013:

Top price Chelford Autumn sale Strickley Charlotte 2nd by Nejay Amazon

2012:

Rodway dispersal – Breed Record 5,300 gns for Rodway Sonnchein 15 by Kingsdale Libby’s Rebel

Top price Chelford Autumn sale 2012 Strickley Starlet 114 by Nejay Amazon

2011:

Chelford Summer sale – top price 2580gns for Irthingvale Lilians Watzon by Drisgol Watzon

Dee dispersal sale – top price 3,000gns for Dee Sparkle 2 by Drisgol Watzon

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They say that necessity is the mother of invention although Red Cattle Genetics Stoneleigh Ltd evolved rather than being invented; the company was definitely a necessity.

I can remember many schemes since I started taking an interest in the breeding of Dairy Shorthorns. My first recollection is having a premium bull at the Rodway, which was selected and paid for in conjunction with the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries & Food so that local farmers could walk their cows to the farm to have them served. So much for Bio Security!

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short list and in time semen would be available from these bulls. These were on the young bull proving scheme as the MMB considered that achieving reliable proofs from young bulls was better than trying to source proven bulls with unreliable proofs.

The next stage was the introduction of Artificial Insemination by the Milk Marketing Board (MMB). Fresh semen was collected everyday at the local centre where two proven Dairy Shorthorn Bulls stood. As only one bull was collected each day you had no choice. And the bulls were being selected by inspection of the bull and his daughters by natural service, which meant they had a low reliability. A major development was the introduction of frozen semen. In theory this meant that bulls collected centrally could be used in any part of the country. In practice an inseminator’s flask would have two Dairy Shorthorn bulls categorised as bull of the day. So many breeders still had little say in what they could use; one might say they played a game of Russian roulette.

In the early seventies two companies were set up to improve breeders choice of bulls. The first one under the chairmanship of Henry Teverson was Cattle Breeders Improvement Service’s. They catered for the breeders who were going down the blended route supplying; Red Holstein, Red and White Friesian, Danish Red, MRI, Simmental, Anglers and they started to introduce blended bulls. To meet the needs of the pure breeders the Dairy Shorthorn Society set up Dairy Shorthorn Breeders Ltd under the chairmanship of John Hill. One of their innovations was to have young bulls go to the Meat and Livestock Commission to be performance tested. Twells Moss Trooper 4th was the fastest growing bull on test and when his daughters milk records became available they also showed promise. This validated the need to performance test.

My first involvement with selecting young Dairy Shorthorn bulls was an annual trip to an open meeting held in London. I can remember about fifteen to twenty breeders attending this meeting with a representative from the MMB. We would look through pedigrees of a lot of aspiring young bulls and voice our opinions on what should be collected. Milk recording figures and Index were being used to help with this selection. At the end of the day the MMB representative would go away with a

There were certainly more bulls to choose from at this time but with MMB still having the monopoly in the AI business many breeders stuck to the bull of the day from the technician’s flask. At the time the society had the benefit of a technical officer Dr. Paul Hocking, who had an Honors degree in Animal Production and a Diploma in Animal Genetics. He was employed to evaluate the data from the blended breeding and the purebred development scheme.

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In 1992 selecting bulls was the responsibility of a small sub committee taken from members of the research and development committee, which Martyn Gee of Genus was Chairman. This produced some immediate success with two of the first bulls sampled, Marleycote Thorndale Prince and Wreay Red Duke who went on to occupy the top two index spots for some considerable time.

Cooperation between Genus (formerly the MMB) and the Shorthorn Society lasted until 1993. Due to the declining demand for Dairy Shorthorn semen at that time, Genus informed the society that they would no longer operate semen collection and distribution on our behalf or other minor breeds. Genus had invested in the Tomorrows Shorthorn Scheme with disappointing returns due to the unpopularity of the bulls they selected. Because of this the company refused to add more bulls until they had recouped their investment. Looking back this split became a blessing in disguise.

At this time Edward Evans, field officer and semen salesman for Ayr Cattle Breeders was also the Shorthorn Classifier.

Having talked to Edward at some length I discovered just how much revenue Ayr Cattle Breeders was returning to the Ayrshire Cattle society each year and so I suggested that a similar scheme was well worth investigating on behalf of the Shorthorn Society. Council approved the setting up of the trading company to handle the sourcing and sales of semen in March 1994. Red Cattle Genetics (RCG) was born and the company’s objective was clear, to contribute to the society’s income and operate a service to breeders by selling red genetics. Council decide to have five directors; John Hayward, Roger Osborne, David Dent, John Howe and David Spalton were elected with John Hayward as RCGs first Chairman. These directors were selected to give the company a good geographical spread and they could appreciate the needs of all breeders. The F&A committee had recommended that the five directors should underwrite the new company with a limited amount of five hundred pounds each. Council had also agreed up to ten thousand pounds to get the company up and running.

As things transpired RCG got of to a flying start and the parent society did not have to provide any finance. This was due in part to the generosity of the directors who put bulls on centre and funded the semen collection themselves to give RCG a kick start. Secondly Genus donated most of their semen stocks to RCG. As well as sourcing young Dairy Shorthorn bulls both pure and blended RCG would look to sell bulls from other red breeds and also to sell to commercial farmers looking to cross breed. RCG also under took to sell semen from society members own bulls; they reserved the right to limit these sales to three hundred straws per bull. Bulls with a natural service proof were still considered the first of these being Twells Heather King 15th. After the American bulls Merriville Peerless and Kingsdale Perri’s Champ were used society members requested more semen to be imported from the USA. RCG chose Leslie Thomas to travel to America on a fact finding mission and as a result Sequa Barry Shorty semen was imported.

His most famous daughter being Chicklade Wildeyes 17th EX95 bred by Henry Doggerel she went on to win many major shows for the Davis family.

Selection criteria for young bulls were inherited from Martyn Gee’s research and development sub committee.

The bull mother should be in the top ten percent of the breed for index, be classified VG or EX and their lactation index be over one hundred and ten. Contract mating had been tried by RCG and Genus for the young bull proving scheme but for various reasons the cows did not get mated to the chosen bull or a bull calf did not materialize.

RCG select several new young bulls every year, and when you consider that only two percent of the black and white bulls achieve a proof good enough for wide spread use this makes the success of RCG bulls in my opinion outstanding.

The leading star brood cow Marleycote Fleur by Glanhirwen Fanfare an RCG bull. Drisgol Watzon has sired many show winners including Earlsgift Cactus at the National Dairy Shorthorn Show and more recently Irthingvale Watzon Tulip at the UK Dairy Day. Kingsdale Libby’s Rebel sired the Interbreed Progeny group at the Royal Highland show in 2010, which included the Champion. The top bull on the Dairy Co £PLI list is Drisgol Madonna’s Prince.

To attain reliable proofs the more daughters with milk records and type classification results the better. This is also makes the work of RCG directors much easier!

Directors can be found in the front cover of the RCG catalogue. Arthur Whittle is the current Chairman and he and his eight directors can always be contacted for further information. Previous Chairmen have included, John Hayward, myself, Gwyndaf James, Richard Baynes and Edward Crank.

RCG has been a tremendous help to the society and the members by sourcing a much wider selection of bulls.

By prudent budgeting RCG has been able to return considerable profit to the parent society, the benefits of this include maintaining services to member, keeping the registration and membership fees lower than other breeds which is often overlooked. I am sure that the bulls that RCG has selected have helped the increased popularity of the breed. Success does not however come without challenges; RCG were the only company promoting Dairy Shorthorn semen when they were formed but now other companies are competing in the market. RCG however believe that they offer the best selection of Dairy Shorthorn genetics and 3 out of the last 4 bulls from RCG to have received a production proof from DairyCo have returned a positive proof for £PLI. This is a tremendous success rate for proving young sires and gives breeders the confidence to use the young bulls selected by RCG. RCG has just celebrated their twentieth anniversary which I am sure is a tribute to the company’s success.

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Lactation averages 7454 kg, B.F 3.57, PR 3.32, CC83.

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JOHNE’S Management – NO EXCUSE An industry led action group launched a draft National Johne’s Management Programme in mid November 2014.

Subject to the backing of industry shareholders in their widest sense, the programme will be launched in April 2015.

The objective of the plan is to manage and then reduce the incidence of Johne’s disease in dairy cattle and engage GB dairy producers in credible and robust Johne’s management activities.

NMR vet and technical group chair of the Johne’s Action Group Karen Bond believes that Johne’s is already on the radar in many British producers’ minds. But many have more to do to manage this costly and threatening disease.

Described as clever and devious, the Johne’s-causing pathogen MAP can be shed in huge amounts by an infected animal. “This is the reason why regular surveillance is needed to identify and allow management of infected cows,” says Mrs Bond. “The availability of routine testing services like Herdwise and the national control strategies just launched means that producers really haven’t any excuse not to manage Johne’s.”

In 2010/11 NMR worked alongside milk buyers in an awareness programme for Johne’s and offered 30-cow screening for the disease using the ELISA milk test. This attracted more than 730 herds - and some implemented a control plan.”

NMR is again offering the 30-cow test to all producers and already, through Dairy Crest Direct, 30 cows from around 200 herds have been tested.

NMR vet and technical group chair of the National Johne’s Action Group Karen Bond

So far, less than 5% of herds have had low test results for all cows tested. “There has been a degree of shock and surprise among producers,” adds Mrs Bond. “Quite a few have had three or four positive cows indicating a level of Johne’s in the herd and the need to implement a robust management plan. Some simple and easy steps will help to control the disease and prevent further spread. It doesn’t necessarily mean lots of expense but it does mean long term commitment. There is no quick-fix for Johne’s Disease.”

The Johne’s Action Group is advocating six control strategies as shown in Table 1. “There will be a strategy best suited to each individual farm. Producers, in conjunction with their vet, can chose the most appropriate for their situation.”

“We’ve called it the 30-cow challenge,” adds Mrs Bond.

“We’re asking producers to put their money where their mouth is and we are ‘challenging’ them on Johne’s. There are still producers – and even some vets – who believe that a herd doesn’t have any Johne’s cows because they haven’t seen symptoms.

Table 1: Six strand approach to Johne’s disease control

“The truth is that Johne’s may be at the heart of high cell counts, lower than average production, lameness or mastitis in infected herds. These cows may well be culled from the herd before clinical signs of Johne’s are seen.”

• Improved farm management and strategic testing

Mrs Bond stresses the need to carefully target the 30 cows to ensure the most effective 30 cow screen. NMR can automatically select the cows based on their milk records.

Those not recording with NMR can follow guidance notes and advice from their vets. “Our results have shown that will identify 95% of Johne’s infected herds where the 30 cows have been targeted. This would be far lower if a random group was used.”

• Firebreak vaccination

Producers and vets can base a control plan on one of these six strategies • Biosecurity – protect and monitor • Improved farm management

• Improved farm management and test and cull • Breed to terminal sire

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Realism the Key to Successful Marketing ‘Not every ugly duckling grows into an elegant swan’.... and not all the progeny of high-priced bulls and dams are automatically worth a lot of money themselves. It seems that many breeders of cattle and sheep make up their mind about the value of their stock before they arrive at the sale, and before they’ve given potential buyers the chance to cast their eyes over the stock on offer.

Now, to coin another cliché, ‘beauty is in the eye of the beholder’, so everyone has a different idea of what something is worth. And when that something is a heifer, or a young bull, that you’ve nurtured from birth, and forms part of a small herd of cattle into which you’ve poured heart and soul (and considerable funds!) to develop, you may understandably view all the animals through rosetinted specs.

But this is where the harsh realism of livestock farming comes into play-no-one is going to give you any more than one bid more than the next-best bidder, so, however much you feel you may want for your animal, the marketplace will soon tell you what that animal is worth.

So it pays to be dispassionate, but it also pays to do your research, ideally by standing back and casting a cool eye over other animals of similar age, type and colour, and then to see what they are making through the sale ring. And if they are all making, say, £500-£600, and one suddenly makes £1000, look for the reasons why, and try to analyse why the buyers fancied that one more than the others. Don’t be afraid to seek advice either, but be selective from whom you take your advice.

Your Auctioneer will have a lifetime of experience of dealing with stock, but more importantly, of dealing with stockpeople, and will be able to point newcomers in the direction of genuine, experienced judges of stock who would be willing to give some guidance to enthusiastic, but inexperienced, breeders.

And try to build up a trusting relationship with your Auctioneers and with potential purchasers. Buyers will bid more readily for stock if they can see the vendor is there to do business...one Auctioneer I worked with years ago used to continually emphasise to the buyers that the vendor was a ‘selling man’. In other words, he’d brought the stock to sell, so ‘don’t mess about, get on and bid uphe’s here to do business!’

But-buyers soon become wary if a vendor has passed a few cattle out of the ring unsold at prices the ringside crowd consider realistic, and won’t bid very readily for that vendor’s cattle next time. Nobody likes to feel their time is being wasted. So this is where the realism comes in.

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Make realistic, not optimistic, estimates of the value of your stock.

Liase with your Auctioneer, and if he feels your reserve is a bit ambitious, stand back and ask yourself why he would think that.

Your reserve should be just that- your bottom price, not the target you would like to see.

Nothing annoys (and embarrasses) an Auctioneer more than to be bidding up to a reserve given to him by a vendor, only for the vendor, when the bidding is still some way short of that reserve, telling the Auctioneer openly to ‘sell it’.

If you’re prepared to sell at, say, £600, make that your reserve-not your hoped-for target of £1000.

You must understand that, if you give an Auctioneer a reserve, he will bid on your behalf up to that figure, and may not have anybody in at the lower figure. Cue embarrassment for the Auctioneer, and loss of reputation for the vendor. Buyers will remember that at future sales.

Everybody goes to market to do business. The beauty of a market is that you can take stock home if you don’t like the price, and everything is transparent. But you need to build up relationships with buyers, and with the Auctioneer. You will find it difficult to do so if you are constantly over-ambitious with your price expectations, but if you are regarded as sensible and realistic in your expectations you will find you will become accepted.

So....stand back, study the trade, seek advice about the best type of stock in which to invest, assess the relative merits of your animals against the opposition and keep your expectations realistic.

We can all hope for the odd beast that makes £10000, but that’s like basing all our business plans upon winning the Lottery!

Be realistic, and enjoy your trips to market!

Gwyn Williams Partner and Auctioneer, Frank Marshall LLP, CHELFORD Former Chairman, Livestock Auctioneers’Association

Summer Show & Sale Chelford - 2nd June 2014

Super Trade for Best Quality at Chelford Dairy Shorthorn Sale Recent strong trade for the very best replacement Dairy stock continued through to the Dairy Shorthorn Society summer show and sale at Chelford.

Top price of the day was 3,700 gns paid for the outstanding young bull, Churchroyd Foggathorpes V. Classified Excellent with 93 points at 2½ years of age the bull was in outstanding form and boosts an impressive production pedigree. His Granddam, Cotley Foggathorpe Lass 128th milked for 12 lactations, 5 times giving well over 9,000 kg, whilst his dam, Cotley Foggathorpe 138th was classified EX 94.

Churchroyd Foggathorpes V – sold for 3,700 gns

This young bull was keenly sought after by a number of breeders, and, after a fierce bidding battle was finally knocked down to Graham Brassington of Longton, Stoke on Trent.

Leading the female trade, and giving a clean sweep of the top prices to the I R G Collins Partnership was the Reserve Champion Churchroyd Lady Hermione 2nd. This October 2011 born heifer by the EX 96 classified Churchroyd Victor and out of the EX 91 classified Maxton Lady Hermione made 2,700 gns to Jonathan Wyatt, buying for the family business Pearn Wyatt & Son, Snetterton, Norfolk.

Pick of the regular consignment from the Dunham Herd of Messrs Royle was Dunham Daffodil 46th. A November 2011 born heifer by Kayl Walkabout and out of Dunham Daffodil 41st she made 2,600 gns to J W Lomax, Baldwins Gate, Staffordshire.

The long journey from St Clears, Carmarthenshire paid off for Messrs Davies, with their homebred, March 2011 born, heifer Elkington Clara14th making 2050 gns, also heading for Norfolk with Jonathan Wyatt.

Another long distance traveller David Dent from Kirby Stephen, Cumbria was also well rewarded, with a top price of 1950 gns, this time for the best of his pen from the Winbrook HerdWinbrook Vi 140th, a daughter of Hooton Envoy and out of an excellent breeding line within their herd, travelled back to Cumbria, this time to Longtown, with J W Coulthard & Son Local breeders, the Whittaker family, achieved best price for their consignment with Dunham Tulip 147th, bought as a heifer. Another Kayl Walkabout daughter out of Dunham Tulip 126th, she made 1950 gns to P E Bailey & Sons, Oswestry.

Show Champion: Dunham Tulip 135 – sold for 1500gns

It was a member of the Whittaker family, young breed consultant Ben Whittaker, who judged the pre-sale show, and chose as his Champion the first placed cow, Dunham Tulip 135th, from Messrs Royle. Calved 14 days ago, and already giving over 30 kg, this cow is by Nejay Prince 3rd and from another long breeding line. She sold for 1500 gns to Pearn Wyatt & Sons.

A number of breeders had obviously travelled considerable distances to try and buy some of the young Maiden heifers on offer. Top quality came to the fore in this section, with many breeders excited by Kayl Empire Nancy, a May 2013 born heifer from Robert and Kaylie Boote. By Llandovery Jinnys Empire and out of the high yielding Kayl Pimp Nancy, this very pretty white roan heifer was sought after by many for her showing ability, as well as future breeding. Messrs Lomax from Baldwins Gate were not to be defeated by several other bidders and took her home for 1600 gns. Another young heifer from the Kayl herd, the January 2014 born Kayl Proud Countess 46th also attracted huge interest for those looking for show and breeding potential. By Lemon Grove Belagio and out of the homebred Kayl Proud Countess 35th, she eventually sold for 1100 gns to Edward Crank for his Earls Gift herd near Chester. shorthorn

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Best of an excellent pen of young heifers out forward

by Gary and Ann Norbury, from their Broadlane Herd near Holmes Chapel, was Broadlane Red Rosette 9th. By Dunham Viscount, and out of the homebred Broadlane Red Rosette 4th, she also headed for the Earls Gift herd, this time for 1,000 gns.

Averages: 2 Cows In Milk £1228.50 27 Heifers In Milk £1647.33 11 Maiden Heifers £925.90 1 Bull £3,885.00 Auctioneers: Frank Marshall and Co. Chelford Show Results | Judge: B Whittaker Pure-Bred or Blended Dairy Shorthorn Cow, in milk at the date of sale.

1st Dunham Tulip 135 G Royle 2nd Dunham Claribel 178 G Royle 3rd Newpark Margaret 18 DH Craig

Pure-Bred or Blended Dairy Shorthorn Heifer, in milk at the date of sale.

1st Churchroyd Lady Hermione 2 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Dunham Daffodil 46 G Royle 3rd Churchroyd Fay 10 IRG Collins & Partners 4th Churchroyd Gentle 91 IRG Collins & Partners 5th Dunham Cowslip 58 G Royle Pure-Bred or Blended Dairy Shorthorn Maiden Heifer 1st Kayl Empire Nancy R Boote 2nd Kayl Proud Countess 46 R Boote 3rd Kayl Lily Fair 16 R Boote 4th Broadlane Lady Barrington 76

WD & B Norbury & Sons 5th Broadlane Red Rosette 9 WD & B Norbury & Sons The Thornborrow Perpetual Challenge Trophy – Supreme Champion:

Dunham Tulip 135 G Royle Reserve Champion:

Churchroyd Lady Hermione 2 IRG Collins & Partners The Miller Mundy Perpetual Challenge Cup – Female Champion:

Dunham Tulip 135 G Royle

Penrith Show & Sale 18th August 2014 Judge: T Ripley On Monday Penrith & District Farmers’ Mart held the annual prize show and sale of 31 pedigree dairy Shorthorn cattle.

The pre-sale show was judged by Mr T Ripley, Crook who awarded the championship honours to an in-milk light roan heifer Winbrook Wren 6th from GA & D Dent, she went on to make 1850gns to Mr LM Harrison & Sons, Lancaster.

Reserve honours went to the second placed in-milk heifer, Newpark Barrington 11th, a newly calved roan heifer from Mr DH Craig, New Park Farm, she later went under the hammer for 2020gns, purchased by Ripley & Ramesar, Co Durham.

The top price on the day was 2050gns, this was paid for a roan newly calved heifer from GA & D Dent, Winton House, bought by Messrs Dent, Kaber Fold, Kaber.

Winbrook VI 143rd, a fresh calved heifer from Messrs GA & DW Dent, Winton House, topped at 1,450gns to Messrs B Lawson & Son, Fife.

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Champion: Winbrook Wren 6th GA & D Dent

Class 1 - Heifer in-milk 1st Messrs GA & D Dent, Winton House 2nd Mr DH Craig, New Park Farm 3rd Mr DH Craig, New Park Farm Class 2 - Cow or Heifer in-calf 1st Mr DH Craig, New Park Farm 2nd Mr AH Ritson, Ireby Hall 3rd Messrs S Armstrong & Sons, Mooriggs Champion:

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Reserve Champion:

Newpark Barrington 11th Mr DH Craig In-Calf Heifers 1,400gns Winbrook Amy 10th to JT James, Midtodhills 1,400gns Winbrook Cactus 20th to JW Coulthard & Son, Longtown In-Calf Cows 1,200gns Winbrook Wildeyes 44th to JT James, Midtodhills The whole sale averaged £1,459.50 for 10 sold.

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Autumn Show & Sale Beeston - 24th October 2014

5,000 Gns Nejay Pamela Mary Leads Dairy Shorthorn Sale The Shorthorn Society’s Annual Show and Sale was moved by auctioneers Wright Marshall to their Beeston Castle Auction, which proved to be highly successful in attracting both vendors and purchasers from across the UK. The sale was boosted by the decision of Neil and Jayne Madeley to cease milk production due to the recent down turn in the milk price after a lifetime of milking cows. This brought on to the market their wonderful herd of Nejay Shorthorns, a great breeder’s herd which commanded a wonderful interest for all animals on offer.

Supreme Champion: Bilbro Rosebud – 2350 gns

A great gathering of fellow breeders and commercial buyers alike from near and far packed around the ringside to try to secure an animal with the reputable Nejay prefix.

The Madeley family had presented their cattle superbly and every credit must go to the team involved in the presentation.

Top price was 5000gns for Lot 132, Nejay Pamela Mary 9th a daughter of Churchroyd Pluto from a Ex91-4yr 1*; this super heifer was eagerly sought and was purchased

by N & R Boote who also secured Nejay Violet 5th (Lot 126) a daughter of Nejay Amazon, calved at the end of September with her second calf and was a past Junior Champion at the Livestock Show.

Realising 3300gns was Rodway Melody 5th a Nejay Amadeus daughter bred from two generations of cows scored Very Good, calved at the end of July; she was snapped up by R D Kite & Son for their Cotonhall herd, they also took away with them at 2800gns a lovely Nejay Royalty daughter bred from the wonderful (Ex92-4E 8*) dam. R Crank & Son of Ince , Chester, secured a beautiful dry Nejay Foggy 90th (VG87) from a (EX90) 1* dam, due November to Nejay Earl with her 3rd calf and sold for 3000 gns. Selling at 2700gns was a Drisgol Watzon daughter bred from three generations of cows scored Very Good or Excellent, she was snapped up by P Wyatt from Norfolk who purchased a further 10 animals during the days sale.

Nejay Averages: 39 Cows & In Milk Heifers £1521.15 The Autumn Show and Sale for the Society drew a total entry of 58 head, but with a large proportion of young stock from a number of herds.

Consequently demand for milking stock was much faster than anticipated, and it was the Show Champion, Bilbro Rosebud from Thirsk, Yorkshire based Martin Jackson, who led the trade a 2,350 gns.

Reserve Champion: Churchroyd Nicola 11th

Judge for the day, Roger Stockton, from in Hampshire, picked her out of the class of in milk heifers. Having calved on 8th October, she was giving 26 kilos at time of sale and went home to Crosshands, South Wales, with Messrs Harries. Bilbro Rosebud made 2350 gns.

Ed Whittaker, fresh from winning the Championship at last week’s National Calf Show, saw the best of his heifers from his Tabley Herd, Cotonhall Joy 9th, bought as a heifer, make 1,900 gns, to Messrs Elkin, Hilderstone, Staffordshire; the usual consignment from the Dunham Herd, on behalf of Messrs C Royle and Sons, Altrincham, topped at 1850 gns for Dunham Daffodil 45th, a daughter of Nobility currently giving 27 kilos. She went home with A V Jones, Corwen, Denbighshire.

Best of the 2nd calvers came from Messrs Robinson, Cumbria, their Strickley Peeress Rose 36th making 1700 gns to Messrs Malkin, Stone, Staffordshire.

The in-calf heifers were led by the first prize winner Irthingvale Watzon Duchess from G & B Bell which made 1,500 gns to Richard Harper, Burland, Nantwich.

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The large entry of maiden heifers had caused some presale concern, but those fears were soon allayed when trade started at a very fast pace, with all 32 entered being sold at prices well above vendors expectations. This section was led at 1200 gns by Rodway Waterloo Rose 26th, already a proven show winner in regional calf shows and bred in the Rodway Herd by the outstanding bull Nejay Ernie. Seimon Thomas from Ceredigion beat off all other bidders to take her home for his Drisgol Herd.

Another Rodway heifer, this time Lady Laura 85th, again

by Nejay Ernie and with an excellent pedigree displaying 3 Excellent classified cows, was placed first in the class, and made 1,150 gns to Richard Harper. Another Ernie daughter from the Rodway Herd, this time Red Rose 48th, again displaying Excellent cows within her pedigree, made 1100 gns to James Lambe, heading for Southern Ireland.

Society Sale Averages: Cows in milk £1460 Heifers in milk £1781 Heifers in calf £1270 Maiden Heifers £662 Bulls £1890 Auctioneers: Wright Marshall

Cotonhall Joy sold for 1,900gns

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Beeston Show Results | Judge: R Stockton Pure-Bred or Blended Dairy Shorthorn Cow, in milk at the date of sale.

1st Churchroyd Nicola 11 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Strickley Oak Barrington 28 Messrs Robinson 3rd Strickley Peeress Rose 36 Messrs Robinson Pure-Bred or Blended Dairy Shorthorn Heifer, in milk at the date of sale.

1st Bilbro Rosebud M Jackson 2nd Cotonhall Joy 9 O C Whittaker & Sons Ltd 3rd Bilbro Flora Gwynne 8 M Jackson 4th Churchroyd Heather 63 IRG Collins & Partners 5th Dunham Wild Queen 64 G Royle & Son Pure-Bred or Blended Dairy Shorthorn Maiden Heifer 1st Rodway Lady Laura 85 GA Madeley 2nd Rodway Waterloo Rose 26 GA Madeley 3rd Rodway Zahara 2 GA Madeley Pedigree (including BRWS) Bull, any age.

No entries.

The Melvin perpetual Challenge Cup – Supreme Champion Champion:

Bilbro Rosebud M Jackson The Thornton Perpetual Challenge Cup Champion:

Bilbro Rosebud M Jackson Reserve Champion:

Churchroyd Nicola 11

IRG Collins & Partners

The John D Thornborrow Perpetual Trophy – Female Champion:

Bilbro Rosebud M Jackson

Judge Roger Stockton presents Martin Jackson with the Championship trophy

4th National Dairy Shorthorn Show 17th - 18th June 2014 at

The Cheshire Show

Judge: Neville Mueller

Show Results: Junior calf, born 2014 1st RST & SA Morgan Morwood Prince Gay Lass 2 2nd Messrs Garratt & Mannerings Attwoods Sunlight 2nd 3rd Messrs Garratt & Mannerings Attwoods Tabia 2 4th O C Whittaker & Sons Ltd Tabley Wizard Nellie 5th RST & SA Morgan Morwood Pimp Acacia Intermediate calf, born from 1st July to 31st December 2013 1st O C Whittaker & Sons Ltd Tabley Moss Rose 2nd RST & SA Morgan Morwood Pimp Tiny 3rd RST & SA Morgan Morwood Tornado Butterbur 4th IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Lady Rose 22 5th D Price Jones Dee Lady Barrington 2nd Senior Calf, born from 1st January to 30th June 2013 1st IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gentle 94 2nd WD & B Norbury & Sons Broadlane Violet 73 3rd Messrs Garratt & Mannerings Attwoods Tabia 2 4th RST & SA Morgan Morwood Prince Claribel 5th Martin Jackson Irthingvale Watzon Empress 3 In-calf heifer, to calve under three years of age 1st R Morgan & R Stockton Westonia Gay Lass 9 2nd OC Whittaker & Sons Ltd Tabley Empire Lady 3rd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Amanda Red 10 4th N Madeley

Nejay Erin 7 5th R Morgan & R Stockton Westonia Gay Lass 10 Cow in calf 1st N Madeley 2nd IRG Collins & Partners 3rd RST & SA Morgan 4th Martin Jackson

Nejay Anne 2nd Churchroyd Mischief 4 Nejay Tiny 3 Rodway Butterbur 52

Heifer in-milk, calved under three years of age.

1st IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Peggy 19 2nd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gentle 92 3rd Martin Jackson Churchroyd Gentle 90 4th WD & B Norbury & Sons Broadlane Lady Laura 23 Junior cow, having had two or three calves 1st IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Pamela 15 2nd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Pamela 14 3rd WD & B Norbury & Sons Broadlane Fairy 9 Senior cow, having had four or more calves 1st IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gwen 8 2nd RST & SA Morgan Elkington Amber Princess 10 3rd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Heather 43

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Champion: Churchroyd Peggy 19 from IRG Collins & Partners Production Inspection 25,000kg cow 1st IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gwen 8 2nd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Heather 43 Pair by the same sire, owned by one exhibitor 1st IRG Collins & Partners pair by Nejay Prince 4 2nd IRG Collins & Partners pair by Attwell Atom 3rd Messrs Garratt and Mannering pair by Rodway Rueben 4th RST & SA Morgan pair by Rodway Prince 5th RST & SA Morgan pair by Treeton Pimp Exhibitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s group of three 1st IRG Collins & Partners 2nd IRG Collins & Partners 3rd RST & SA Morgan 4th Messrs Garratt and Mannerings 5th Martin Jackson Overall Exhibitior Bred Cow Champion:

Churchroyd Gwen 8 IRG Collins & Partners Reserve Overall Exhibitor Bred Cow Champion:

Churchroyd Pamela 19 IRG Collins & Partners Calf Champion:

Tabley Moss Rose

OC Whittaker & Sons Ltd

Red Cattle Genetics Champion:

Churchroyd Peggy 19

IRG Collins & Partners

Heifer Champion:

Churchroyd Peggy 19

IRG Collins & Partners

Overall Supreme Breed Champion:

Churchroyd Peggy 19

IRG Collins & Partners

Reserve Breed Champion:

Churchroyd Gwen 8

IRG Collins & Partners

Reserve Interbreed Champion:

Churchroyd Peggy 19

IRG Collins & Partners

Reserve Interbreed Pairs Champion

Churchroyd Peggy 19 & Churchroyd Gentle 92 IRG Collins and Partners

Reserve Breed Champion: Churchroyd Gwen 8 from IRG Collins & Partners

Junior Cow: Churchroyd Pamela 15 from IRG Collins & Partners

Judges Report:

Her dairy quality put her over the second placed cow that showed she would have a very good udder, and the third cow didn’t have the bone quality and cleanness of the winner. Heifer In Milk class; the two lovely roan heifers soon took my eye, the winner had a very well attached udder and more depth of fore-rib that gave her very good capacity, and this put her over the second placed heifer.

This excellent dairy quality put the first two heifers over a very good uddered third placed heifer that I’m sure will grow into a very good cow.

It was a great pleasure for me to accept the invitation to judge the National Dairy Show at the Cheshire County Show, while we were going to be in England visiting our daughter. The weather was warm and sunny, and the traffic for the last two miles to the showgrounds was something my wife Marie and I hadn’t previously encountered, taking over an hour.

In the first class of the day, Junior Calf, there were plenty of quality heifers. The eventual winner was an easy placing, capably led by a young man with an exciting smile. This heifer won with her excellent dairy bone, great length, width through the front end, and wonderful spring of rib.

The second heifer matched the winner with great dairy quality. Intermediate Heifer class had a good even line of very dairy heifers.

The winner of this class stood out for her overall balance, feet & legs, and angularity. From there they followed down the line with some very good heifers that showed the breed has a very bright future. Senior Calf class gave me a few concerns, as I didn’t find the same dairy quality as in the first two classes, even though the winner certainly had the width and depth of body I like, and good dairy quality that put her over the second and third heifers that were structurally correct.

Champion Heifer was a clear winner; this lovely roan heifer stood out with her length and angularity and very good structure, over the senior calf that didn’t have the quality of the champion.

Honourable Mention saw the junior calf given this placing, she is an excellent prospect for the future. In Calf Heifer class saw a big robust springing heifer take first place, showing a well attached udder and a lot of width through the rump, indicating she would make a very good in milk heifer in the future. The next three heifers were a very close placing. I could see these heifers, when closer to calving match the winner, as they displayed great quality as well, and dairy strength. A very good class.

The In Calf Dry cow saw a very dairy cow win the class, the sort of cow any dairy farmer would like to have in a herd.

Heifer Champion was the easiest decision of the day. This in milk heifer walked out well with her overall balance and capacity with a very well attached udder. With Reserve Heifer we certainly had a great pair of dairy heifers that would be admired by any dairy farmers around the world.

Junior Cow class was led by a very tall stretchy cow that had not developed in the body as yet, but had a very well attached udder. I placed her over a big capacity cow that was carrying a lot of milk in the udder that was starting to wear a little in the fore-udder.

Senior Cow saw a win for a rising 8 year old cow, a very correct dairy cow with an udder that is wearing well, and has excellent teat placement. It was her great dairy character that put her over a big strong good uddered cow that wasn’t as clean through the front end as the winner.

In third place was another good dairy cow but the udder was showing a bit too much wear to put her any higher.

Champion Cow was a clear winner with her overall dairy character and cleanness of bone. It was also pleasing to see her win the production class. Her overall correctness placed her over the Reserve and Honourable Mention, that when they both develop and clean off should make very good cows for the future. In my entire judging career I have never before made a decision I made here with the overall Supreme Champion; placing the Junior Heifer as Supreme Exhibit. I feel this placing was very logical as this heifer has such great Shorthorn quality, and was a pleasure to judge. I placed her over the Senior Champion, and together these two great dairy cows do the breed proud. shorthorn

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It was a pleasure to observe the Interbreed the following day with the top Shorthorn heifers placed very high in their classes. Also it was exciting to see the Supreme Champion do very well. This is what we expect in Australia, for our top cows to match the best in the Interbreed. It was certainly a credit to the breed to have Supreme Shorthorn named Reserve to the Supreme Dairy Cow exhibit, particularly when she is only a junior.

It’s such a pity the show doesn’t have an intermediate all breeds champion, as I am sure she would cause many headaches to rival exhibitors, as she would in Australia if she was to compete with the intermediate heifers at our premier shows.

In summary of your National Show, I thought the calf classes were great quality, which was reflected at Interbreed the next day. Heifer classes were dominated by two great heifers, but there were plenty of good quality heifers down the line. Senior cows saw some numbers drop off a little, but a great dairy cow came to the fore. I’d like to also thank the exhibitors for the way they accepted my judging, and the friendly nature of the day.

Calf Champion: Tabley Moss Rose from OC Whittaker & Sons Ltd

I feel the breeds in Australia and England are very similar in quality and the genetics that we both use, and the more we can cooperate in the use of the best available genetics from both countries, the faster we will advance.

I was very thrilled to see the winners compete successfully in the Interbreed; this is a very good measure of where the breed is in a country, and where the average dairy farmer can see the potential in the use of Shorthorn genetics.

On behalf of Marie and myself I would like to thank the Shorthorn Society for extending warm hospitality and goodwill towards us both, and hopefully when any shorthorn breeders travel ‘down under’ we can reciprocate the hospitality extended to us.

The Illawarra feature show in Adelaide will start on the first Friday of September 2015. This only occurs every 5 years, so keep this date free to travel ‘down under’, to where the Ashes are held.

Neville Mueller

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Presentation to winners

Ian Collins receives the Daniel Jobson Trophy for the Supreme Dairy Shorthorn from judge Neville Mueller

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Ian Collins receives the BOCM Silcock Challenge Trophy for the best pair of females

Judge Neville Mueller is delighted to present the Billy Goodman cup for the herdsman in charge of the champion animal to Jayne Fort and Rebecca Jarvis

RANTONALL 100%PURE Present RANTONALL DAINTY PRINCESS 15th EX93 4E

SIRE RANTONALL MY JOY EX90

Number 1 Shorthorn bull for type on August 2013 DairyCo Evaluations Photograph taken in her working clothes on completion of her 8th lactation.

She has given over 50 tonnes of milk.

Average calving interval 340 days In calf for 9th to Brooksteads Tony 1st EX94

Another Rantonall cow containing the Joy factor in her breeding - and life!

Dave & Debbie Winnington Moor End Farm, Gnosall, Stafford. ST20 0JB

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Royal Highland Show 19th - 22nd June 2014 Judge: David Winnington Heifer not in calf, born after 1st June 2012 1st Adam Lawson Lisnamulligan Sharon Rose 5 2nd J Teasdale and Son Brafell Lady 7 3rd Dennis Craig Newpark Foggathorpe 9 4th Dennis Craig Newpark Pansy 17 5th Adam Lawson Lisnamulligan Dewdrop 8 Heifer, in-calf and due to calve on or after 1st August 2014 1st Adam Lawson Lisnamulligan Fairy 14 2nd Dennis Craig New Park Barrington 11 3rd Stephen Girvan Bishopbrae Royal Kathleen 4th J Teasdale and Son Brafell Polly 12 5th Dennis Craig Newpark Dairy Maid 71 Cow, in-calf having had one of more calvings 1st J Teasdale and Sons Brafell Lady Laura 11 Cow in milk having has only one calving 1st Samantha Wilson Screel Erin 3 2nd Samantha Wilson Screel Jewel 3rd J Teasdale and Son Brafell Rosalyn 4th Adam Lawson Lisnamulligan Lady Barrington 2

Screel takes the lead in the Royal Highland Show Championship

Cow in milk having had four or more calvings 1st Adam Lawson’s Lisnamulligan Whitetail 2nd 2nd J Teasdale and Son Brafell Michelle Cow in milk having had two or three calvings 1st J Teasdale and Son Brafell Molly 6 2nd Stephen Girvan Bishopbrae Royal Kathleen 3rd Adam Lawson Lisnamulligan Princess Anne 4 4th Stephen Girvan Screel Countess 2nd Junior Champion:

Samantha Wilson - Screel Erin 3 Reserve Junior Champion:

Samantha Wilson - Screel Jewel Champion:

Samantha Wilson - Screel Erin 3 Reserve Champion:

Adam Lawson - Lisnamulligan Whitetail 2 Best Animal bred by exhibitor:

Samantha Wilson - Screel Erin 3 Best Pair:

Samantha Wilson - Screel Erin 3 Champion: Screel Erin 3 from Samantha Wilson

Taking the overall championship at the Royal Highland Show today under judge David Winnington from Stafford was Samantha Wilson, Auchencairn, Castle Douglas, with her heifer in-milk Screel Erin 3 who also came through as the junior champion.

This May 2011-born Breckney Gregory daughter is fresh calved and was first as a maiden heifer and second as an in-calf heifer here the past two years. This is the first time the Wilson family, who no longer milk cows but sell everything as freshly calved, has won the championship at the Highland since the 90’s. Standing reserve overall champion was Adam Lawson’s senior cow and Ex90 classified Lisnamulligan Whitetail 2nd. shorthorn

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Reserve Champion: Lisnamulligan Whitetail 2 from Adam Lawson

This fourth lactation Meadowhaven Pride’s Star daughter is two months fresh giving 40 litres a day. She was reserve champion here as a heifer in milk, first as a maiden and in-calf heifer and honourable mention in 2013. Her dam is the Ex91 scored Amber Whitetail 16.

Meanwhile, securing the honourable mention was John and Joe Teasdale’s Brafell Molly 6th, a second calved Kirkbryde Royal Event daughter. In the junior championship it was Samantha Wilson’s second prize milking heifer Screel Jewel that stood reserve. She is a Marleycote Thunder daughter shown one month fresh and giving 28kg a day.

And further continuing her winning form, Samantha Wilson also won the best pair with her champion Screel Erin 3 and reserve junior champion Screel Jewel.

Samantha and Sam Wilson receive the John Harrison trophy for the champion animal from the judge’s wife Debby Winnington

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Judge David Winnington concentrates on the job in hand

Great Yorkshire Show 8th - 10th July 2014 Judge: M Hayward Maiden Heifer, born in 2013 1st Mrs A E Wilkes 2nd P & CA Harrison 3rd SE Dixon 4th P & CA Harrison 5th DW Throup 6th JA & WA Young

Kidstone Gentle 3 Breckney Wildeyes 5 Shaunlea Geri 3 Breckney Goldie 8 Ellerghyll Avril 10 Churchroyd Gwen 16

Group of three animals 1st IRG Collins & Partners 2nd GG Baynes & Son 3rd IRG Collins & Partners 4th G & PS Fleetwood Messrs 5th MJ Jackson

Heifer, in calf, born on or after 1 July 2011 1st JA & WA Young Churchroyd Amanda Red 10 2nd GG Baynes & Son Marleycote Barrington Iris 18 3rd DW Throup Cotonhall Domino 2 4th G & PS Fleetwood Messrs Hutchinson Sweetrose 23 5th AE Wilkes Kidstones Lady Laura 15 6th MJ Jackson Bilbro Rosebud

Pair of animals by the same sire or out of the same dam, or dam and daughter 1st IRG Collins & Partners Pair sired by Nejay Prince 2nd P & CA Harrison Sired by Scientific Destry 3rd AE Wilkes Kidstones Lady Laura 8 4th JA & WA Young Pair sired by Churchroyd Lucky 5th MJ Jackson Pair sired by Bilbro Jacko 6th G & PS Fleetwood Messrs Pair sired by Nixs Lido

Cow, in calf, due to calve within three months of the show 1st GG Baynes & Son Marleycote Princess Jill 24 2nd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Mischief 4

Dairy Shorthorn Heifer Champion 1st IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Peggy 19 2nd GG Baynes & Son Marleycote Songstress 17

Heifer, in milk, born in or after 2011 1st IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Peggy 19 2nd GG Baynes & Son Marleycote Songstress 17 3rd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gentle 92 4th JM Fisher Mossrigg Barrington Duchess 6 5th AE Wilkes Kidstones Yana 7 6th MJ Jackson Dee Sparkle 4

Dairy Shorthorn Exhibitor Bred Champion 1st IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gwen 8 2nd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Peggy 19

Junior cow, in milk, having calved twice 1st GG Baynes & Son Marleycote Olive 16 2nd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Pamela 15 3rd G & PS Fleetwood Messrs Hutchinwood Ben Robyn 5 4th MJ Jackson Dunham Wild Queen 59 5th IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Heather 57 Senior cow, in milk, having had three or more calves 1st IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gwen 8 2nd P & CA Harrison Breckney Goldie 2 3rd AE Wilkes Kidstones Lady Laura 8 4th GG Baynes & Son Maleycote Songstress 13 5th GG Baynes & Son Marleycote Patricia 9 Production/Inspection cow 1st IRG Collins & Partners 2nd P & CA Harrison 3rd GG Baynes & Son 4th GG Baynes & Son 5th IRG Collins & Partners 6th IRG Collins & Partners

Churchroyd Gwen 8 Breckney Goldie 2 Marleycote Olive 16 Marleycote Songstress 13 Churchroyd Mischief 4 Churchroyd Pamela15

Dairy Shorthorn Breed Champion 1st IRG Collins & Partners 2nd IRG Collins & Partners

Churchroyd Gwen 8 Churchroyd Peggy 19

Dairy Maiden Heifer Championships 3rd JA & WA Young Churchroyd Gwen 16 Maiden Heifer, to be born in 2013 between 1 June & 30 September 3rd P & CA Harrison Breckney Wildeyes 5 Maiden Heifer, to be born on or after 1 October 2013(a) 3rd MJ Jackson Bilbro Butterburr Interbreed: Pair of exhibitor bred animals 1st IRG Collins & Partners Pair sired by Nejay Prince 4 Dairy Heifer Champion 2nd IRG Collins & Partners

Churchroyd Peggy 19

Blythewood Dairy Pairs Competition 2nd Shorthorn Cattle Society Group Championships 3rd Shorthorn Cattle Society Dairy Groups 1st Shorthorn Cattle Society Champion group of animals 2nd Shorthorn Cattle Society

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Champion: Churchroyd Gwen 8 from IRG Collins & Partners

Reserve Champion: Churchroyd Peggy 19 from IRG Collins & Partners

It was with great pleasure that I accepted the invitation to judge the Great Yorkshire Show. Having exhibited there myself on numerous occasions I looked forward to judging classes packed with quality cattle from top to bottom and I was not disappointed.

The first class of the day was the very well supported maiden heifer class. Getting the nod on the day was a long stylish heifer which I’m sure has a great future ahead of her. Giving her the advantage over a younger very dairy heifer in second. However looking down the line there were quality cattle from top to bottom.

The in calf heifer class followed in a similar vein and was leaded by a correct framey animal showing fantastic capacity and being a little further on than many of its competitors. The final dry class of the day was the cows although not as well supported as the previous classes with only two entries there was no lack of quality.

I led off the line up with a lovely clean fleshed cow carrying a big calf but still wonderfully hard through it’s top. The first of the milking classes was the heifers and this was arguably the strongest of the day. After much deliberation I picked out a very correct heifer with the most fantastic udder that oozed milk from head to tail. Giving her the advantage over a framey well grown animal exhibiting bags of style and presence.

The Junior cow in milk class was headed by a very correct young cow although not the largest animal in the class her correctness and especially udder attachment gave her the advantage over a very dairy animal in second that looked like she could fill the milk tank on her own.

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Reserve Interbreed: Blythwood Pair Churchroyd Peggy 19 and Churchroyd Gentle 92

As always in the Shorthorn ring the senior cow in milk class was a lesson in longevity with wear ability and the winner of the class epitomized this. A cow that exudes dairy character with fantast veining and attachment though it’s udder allowing it to churn out the milk while holding it’s self together and ageing beautifully.

The championship line up showed quality from the top to the bottom. I chose my senior cow in milk as champion with the heifer in milk a close reserve.

As always the Great Yorkshire Show had a large entry of top quality Shorthorns all topped off with that famous Yorkshire hospitality.

Matt Hayward

Royal Welsh Show 21st - 24th July 2014 Judge: G Norbury Heifer, maiden, not to exceed 18 months of age.

1st Churchroyd Bronte Wildeyes 43 R Batchelor 2nd Gelli Joshi Darlington Cran IL & E Harries 3rd Morwood Prince Claribel RST & SA Morgan Heifer, in calf 1st Westonia Gay Lass

R Morgan & R Stockton

Heifer, in milk 1st Gelli Retinue Jill 2nd Morwood Razzle Lass

IL & E Harries RST & SA Morgan

RWAS special rosette â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for the best heifer 1st Gelli Retinue Jill IL & E Harries 2nd Morwood Razzle Lass RST & SA Morgan

Cow, in milk 4th calf or over.

1st Elkington Amber Princess 10 RST & SA Morgan RWAS special rosette â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for the best cow 1st Gelli Win Jill 2 IL & E Harries 2nd Elkington Amber Princess 10 RST & SA Morgan Lt.Col.Sir Goronwy Owen Challenge Cup & RWAS group rosettes.

1st Gelli Retinue Jill IL & E Harries 1st Gelli Rebel Duchess IL & E Harries 1st Gelli Win Jill 2 IL & E Harries 2nd Morwood Razzle Lass RST & SA Morgan 2nd Rodway Mia 2nd RST & SA Morgan 2nd Elkington Amber Princess 10 RST & SA Morgan

Cow, in calf any age 1st Gelli Rebel Duchess 2nd Rodway Mia 2nd

IL & E Harries RST & SA Morgan

Cow, in milk 2nd/3rd calvers 1st Gelli Win Jill 2 2nd Westonia Gay Lass 5

RWAS special rosette 1st Elkington Amber Princess 10 RST & SA Morgan 2nd Gelli Rebel Duchess IL & E Harries

IL & E Harries R Morgan & R Stockton

Eaton Perpetual Trophy 1st Gelli Win Jill 2 IL & E Harries 2nd Elkington Amber Princess 10 RST & SA Morgan

Judges Report: The Royal Welsh took place on what must have been one of the hottest days of the year. It was absolutely boiling in the judges ring which was a long walk from the cattle sheds. First class was a maiden heifer consisting of three quite different animals. First went to a light roan one which had style and depth with a level topline, just beating a very dairy heifer in second, whose rib and silkiness of skin and cleaness though the brisket placed her above a tall long heifer in third, who I think as she matures will drop her rear rib more to give her more balance. Just one incalf heifer, a long dairy red and white, Nejay Ernie daughter. Two tremendous deep red dry cows were led by an impressive Kingsdale Libbys Rebel daughter who was tall and upstanding with a tremendous body, standing

Champion: Gelli Win Jill 2 from IL & E Harries

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on great legs and feet, taking nothing away from the very neat cow in second with a superb udder. The milking heifer I placed first was very dairy and deep bodied with a long fore udder and a high and wide rear udder.

Second was a bit to freshly calved and I would expect her to settle down into a good uddered heifer with lots of style. Two well known cows battled it out in the junior cow class, the big Gelli cow winning on her body capacity and fullness of udder and teat placement over the correct bodied cow in second. Senior cow was an Elkington bred cow with a great topline and well attached udder who I eventually made reserve champion to the imposing junior cow who was on top form.

Reserve Champion: Elkington Amber Princess 10 from RST & SA Morgan

Stafford Show 28th & 29th May 2014 Judge: Mr R Kite Heifer born on or after 1st January 2013 1st Rodway Zahara 2nd GA Madeley 2nd Churchroyd Fay 11th IRG Collins & Partners 3rd Morwood Acacia RST & SA Morgan 4th Churchroyd Heather 79th IRG Collins & Partners Heifer born on or after 1st January 2013 1st Dee Pia D & E Price-Jones 2nd Yewtree Elliott Diane HV Wright & Son 3rd Churchroyd Gentle 94th IRG Collins & Partners 4th Amber Barrington Iris 192nd J & J Hollingworth & Sons Heifer in calf 1st Westonia Gay Lass 10th RST & SA Morgan & Stockton 2nd Nejay Pamela Mary 9th N Madeley 3rd Westonia Gay Lass 9th RST & SA Morgan & Stockton 4th Dee Tulip 6th D & E Price-Jones Cow in calf 1st Nejay Pamela Mary 4th

N Madeley

Heifer in milk 1st Churchroyd Peggy 19th IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Yew Tree Clarence Donna HV Wright & Son 3rd Morwood Razzle Lass RST & SA Morgan

Champion: Churchroyd Peggy 19th from IRG Collins & Partners

Group of two females, by one sire, or out of one dam, or a dam and her daughter, bred by and the property of the same exhibitor.

1st N Madeley 2nd RST & SA Morgan Champion:

Churchroyd Peggy 19th

IRG Collins & Partners

Reserve:

Churchroyd Pamela 15th IRG Collins & Partners

Junior cow in milk and Intermediate cow in milk, having calves 3 times 1st Churchroyd Pamela 15th IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Nejay Tiny 4th N Madeley 3rd Rodway Samanta 33rd RST & SA Morgan Senior cow in milk 1st Elkington Amber Princess 10th RST & SA Morgan 2nd Churchroyd Ladywalton 9th IRG Collins & Partners Group of three animals entered in the above classes and the property of the same.

1st IRG Collins & Partners 2nd N Madeley 3rd RST & SA Morgan

Judges Report: I had the pleasure of judging Stafford show this year. A great show with great facilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and with the added bonus of the show taking place indoors.

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Reserve Champion: Churchroyd Pamela 15th from IRG Collins & Partners

The first class was the junior calf class, with size and age varying greatly. My winner was a calf that displayed good length of body and paraded well. The animal in second place oozed dairyness and had good locomotion over the third placed calf that was very young but looked very promising for the future.

The senior calf class had 8 entries forward. Leading the class was a deep red calf that was not the tallest but her excellent feet and legs, length of body and correct rump structure placed her over a super dairy framed heifer in second spot, her overall style put her above my third calf that displayed dairy strength and was clean boned over the hock.

The next class was the in calf heifer class with four very good animals to judge. Leading the class was a heifer that had power with a wide rump and the promise of a very good udder. This gave her the advantage over my heifer in second place, she had a nice sweep to the rib and was better set on her rear legs over the third placed heifer who was clean boned and had the promise of a nice udder.

There was only one entry forward in the cow in calf class.

A nice cow who was due with her fifth and looking in fine form being dairy and deep bodied with good feet and legs.

On to the heifer in milk class. I led off with a special heifer that was just two weeks fresh but looked the part with a beautiful dairy frame, super sweep of rib, was correct in the rump and had very good fore udder attachment. This

gave her the nod over a well-balanced animal with better depth and quality of udder over my third placed heifer that had a good dairy frame. The following class was the junior cow class. My first placed cow had the advantage as she was a tall, stretchy animal, being clean over the shoulder, good bone quality and had a sweet udder with good teat placement. I chose my second animal as she displayed more balance to the udder and again clean bone quality to the cow stood in third place. A powerful cow that paraded well with great feet and legs.

The senior cow class had two entries forward with both showing fine qualities. The cow in first place was taller and sharper at the shoulder and with smoother udder attachment to the cow in second which was a very milky animal with a good length of body.On to the championship!

I just couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get past the quality of my heifer in milk, she was on form and having only been freshly calved she was only going to get better. My reserve and honourable mention were very close but I gave the advantage to my junior cow as she was cleaner over the frame having good bone quality and teat placement over my honourable mention, the senior cow, deserving her place for her strength and excellent udder attachment.I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all the entries for putting on a super show of quality cattle, a real credit to the breed and to all the exhibitors. Well Done All. Rob Kite

North Midlands Calf Show held at Stafford Show 28-29th May 2014 | Judge: Jess Hassall Senior Calf Born Between 1st January 2013 and 30th June 2013 1st Dee Pia D & E Price-Jones 2nd Yewtree Elliott Diane HV Wright & Son 3rd Amber Barrington Iris 192nd

J & J Hollingworth & Sons Intermediate Calf born between 1st July 2013 and 31st December 2013 1st Rodway Red Rose 48th R Madeley 2nd Rodway Zahara 2nd R Madeley 3rd Yew Tree Chatter Daisy 2nd HV Wright & Son Junior Calf born in 2014 1st Rodway Waterloorose 26th R Madeley 2nd Morwood Gay Lass RST & SA Morgan 3rd Churchroyd Heather 79th IRG Collins & Partners Senior Handler 15 years or over on day of show 1st L Morgan

2nd D Madeley 3rd Jess James-Hill Junior Handler 14 years and under on day of show 1st Evie Tomlinson 2nd H Morgan 3rd T Morgan Champion Handler:

L Morgan Reserve Handler:

Evie Tomlinson Champion Calf:

Rodway Waterloorose 26th R Madeley Reserve Champion Calf:

Morwood Gay Lass RST & SA Morgan Hon Mention:

Dee Pia D & E Price-Jones

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Bakewell Show 6th & 7th August 2014 | Judge: L Davies Heifer born after 1st Oct 2012 1st Churchroyd Gwen 16 2nd Kidstones Gentle 3 3rd Amber Lady Annetta 4th Churchroyd Fay 11

IRG Collins & Partners AE Wilkes Mr Hole IRG Collins & Partners

Cow dry and in calf with 2nd or prev calf 1st Churchroyd Kirklevington 19 IRG Collins & Partners Heifer in calf with 1st calf not more than 3 years old on day of show 1st Churchroyd Amanda Red 10 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Churchroyd Gwen 16 IRG Collins & Partners 3rd Kidstones Lady Laura 15 AE Wilkes Heifer in milk to first calving calved before 3 years old 1st Churchroyd Lady Walton 15 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Kidstones Yana 7 AE Wilkes Cow in milk with 2nd or subsequent calf 1st Churchroyd Peggy 15 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Kidstones Lady Laura 8 A E Wilkes Best officially milk recorded 1st Churchroyd Peggy 15 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Churchroyd Kirklevington 19 IRG Collins & Partners Pair 1st 2nd 3rd

IRG Collins & Partners AE Wilkes IRG Collins & Partners

Group 1st 2nd 3rd

IRG Collins & Partners IRG Collins & Partners AE Wilkes

Champion: Churchroyd Lady Walton 15 from IRG Collins & Partners

Breed Champion:

Churchroyd Lady Walton 15 IRG Collins & Partners Reserve Champion:

Churchroyd Peggy 15 - IRG Collins & Partners Interbreeds: Cow Class: 1st Churchroyd Peggy 15 - IRG Collins & Partners Reserve Supreme Dairy Heifer: 1st Churchroyd Lady Walton 15 IRG Collins & Partners

Supreme Champion Heifer:

Churchroyd Lady Walton 15 - IRG Collins & Partners Reserve Champion Heifer:

Churchroyd Amanda Red 10 - IRG Collins & Partners

Judges Report: It was a pleasure to drive to Bakewell in the heart of the Peak District to judge their annual show. A very picturesque site, I was very aware of the number of nonfarming people who watched, and listened avidly to the cattle judgesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; comments. The livestock were housed in the mart and considering the mighty thunder showers, they and the exhibitors counted themselves very lucky!

The first class was an open heifer class and I led it with a very smart light roan Churchroyd Gwen 16. She was clean boned, well balanced and showed plenty of promise underneath. It was the balance and superior udder development which gave her the edge over Kidstones Gentle 3. A rangy, very dairy, Amber Lady Annetta, was third, again a pleasing heifer, lacking the size and scope of my first two heifers, but her depth of rib, hard top line and the way she tracked, gave her the advantage over the very sweet, extremely dairy, younger heifer, Churchroyd Fay Amber Dainty Princess 174 was 5th, Brookstead Pansy and Amber Barrington Iris, completed the class, perfectly 110

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Reserve Champion: Churchroyd Peggy 15 from IRG Collins & Partners

decent Shorthorns, if carrying a little too much flesh.

Churchroyd Kirklevington 19 was the only entry in the Dry cow class but was very worthy of the red card.

A deep bodied capacious light roan cow, with a good mammary system and tracked well. In calf heifer, first was Churchroyd Amanda Red 10, a big powerful heifer showing great promise. It was the correctness of her conformation and maturity which gave her the edge over the younger winner of the previous class Churchroyd Gwen 16. Although smaller, I gave her the edge over Kidstones Lady Laura 15, a stretchy, very dairy heifer in the correctness of the rump setting and in the way she handled her rear legs. There were two entries in the heifer in milk class which was won by Churchroyd Lady Walton 15, a very sweet heifer, although not the biggest but had style, balance and correctness. She had a well attached udder, good teat placement and was full of milk.

The overall presence and teat quality gave her the red card over the pleasing red heifer Kidstones Yana 7. Cow in milk. In first place, Churchroyd Peggy 15, a decent Red & White cow, well proportioned, compact and walked well on good legs and feet.

It was the height and width of the rear udder and the fullness and bloom of her udder that put her ahead over Kidstones Lady Laura 8, a grand mature cow with great capacity, strength of frame and power. The milk recorded class was won by Churchroyd Peggy 15 with Churchroyd Kirklevington 19 second. In the group class, Churchroyd cattle won the pairs with Kidstones second, and the group of three was also won by the Churchroyd herd.

In the Championship, Lady Walton 15 was an easy winner with Churchroyd Peggy 15 in reserve.

My thanks to the Committee of Bakewell Show for their hospitality, my stewards and most of all the exhibitors.

E Davies

Balmoral Show 14th-16th May 2014 | Judge: Mr S Thomas Heifer, not in milk 1st N & R Booth 2nd Sunrise Shorthorns

Kilsally Whiteheart Sunrise Judge Yana

Heifer, in milk, and which was under 3 years old at calving.

1st N & R Booth Kilsally Countess 7 2nd N & R Booth Kilsally Jill 14 Cow, in milk 1st McLean Family Marleycote Princess Jill 31 2nd Sunrise Shorthorns Lincool Heather 10 3rd G & J Booth Beechview Arudolf Cecilia 2 4th N & R Booth Kilsally Foggathorpe 4 Champion: Marleycote Princess Jill 31 from McClean Family

Group of three animals 1st

N & R Booth

Champion Prizes The Breeders Perpetual Challenge Cup The Nicholson Best Memorial Perpetual Challenge Cup – for the Best Shorthorn The A McDickson Perpetual Challenge Cup – for the best Dairy Shorthorn The William Mitchell Perpetual Challenge Cup – for the best Dairy Shorthorn cow or heifer All above awarded to: Champion:

McLean Family

Marleycote Princess Jill 31

Reserve Champion:

Sunrise Shorthorns Lincool Heather 10 The Calwell Perpetual Challenge Cup Junior Champion:

N & R Booth

Kilsally Countess 7

Junior Reserve Champion:

N & R Booth Kilsally Jill 14

Judges Report: It was a glorious afternoon when we arrived in Belfast International Airport on the 15th of May 2014. When the invitation arrived it was a show we could not turn away from, as I had judged two Royal Shows already an invite to the Irish Royal was not to be missed, it now leaves one left to do, the Greatest Show on earth, The Royal Welsh.

We left the hotel on show day on a scheduled bus for the new showground, about half an hours drive. The weather was wonderful and the hospitality even greater.

Reserve Champion: Lincool Heather 10 from Sunrise Shorthorns

Our stewards made us very welcome and supplied us constantly with refreshments all day. We were also very lucky to meet new breeders and exhibitors, as well as old friends amongst other breeds. The showing started promptly with two incalf heifers forward, first place went to Kilsally Whiteheart a nice clean heifer, long tall and very smart underneath, she had the advantage over the heifer in second Sunrise Judge Yana for her locomotion.

The heifer in milk class had two heifers forward from N & R Booth, Kilsally Countess 7 and Kilsally Jill 14, the first heifer was very correct and was calved more recent, showing more bloom in the udder and more correct on parade. Cow in milk class had 4 entries and leading the way was Marleycote Princess Jill 31 a tremendous dairy animal, clean tall sharp and excellent spring of rib, she shorthorn

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showed good length from hooks to pins and excelled over the second place in her mammary, she was wider and teat placement was well covered front and rear, the for udder blended well into the bottom line. Second was Lincool Heather from Sunrise Shorthorns, a deep bodied red cow, showing tremendous depth and power, this power giving her second place over Beechview Arudolf Cecilia 2nd in third and Kilsally Fogathorpe 4th in fourth. These both were tall and long out of red and white bulls, just lacked overall depth and locomotion of my first two cows. The group was won by N & R Booth and Sons. My Champion had to be Marleycote Princess Jill 31st she excelled in her

role as Champion and her style on parade was evident, as she flowed around the ring as if she had done many time before. Lincool Heather 10 was reserve. Junior Champion went to Kilsally Countess 7th and reserve to Kilsally Jill 14th both from N & R Booth and family. Congratulations to Mclean and family on the Champion Cow. I would like to thank the Balmoral Show for inviting me and Eleanor to Belfast, it was a Great Honour to be asked. We would also like to thank the show for the hospitality while we were in Northern Ireland, also the stewards for the invaluable time and service provided to us.

Seimon. V. B. Thomas

Bingley Show 19th July 2014 | Judge: G Norbury Maiden Heifer 1st Kidstones Gentle 3 2nd Ellerghyll Avril 8 3rd Ellerghyll Lofty

AE Wilkes P and D Throup P and D Throup

In Calf Heifer 1st Kidstones Lady Laura 15

AE Wilkes

Milk Heifer 1st Kidstones Yana 9

AE Wilkes

Cow in Milk 1st Kidstones Lady Laura 8

AE Wilkes

Champion & Interbreed Champion:

Kidstones Lady Laura 8

Reserve Champion:

Kidstones Yana 9

AE Wilkes AE Wilkes

Judges Report: After some glorious sunshine the heavens finally opened on the day of the show as I headed north to judge at Bingley. The show is a traditional country show spread over three fields and it seemed to take longer to find the cattle marquee than it did to travel from Holmes Chapel.

The trip was well worth it with plenty to look at.

The small livestock seemed well supported with a tent full of Rabbits and Guinea pigs as well as poultry, pigeons and cats. Unfortunately one of the exhibitors had had to withdraw on the day so numbers were down but quality was high. First class of the day was the maiden heifers, all by Drisgol Madonnas Prince, led by a very dairy dark red heifer who walked with lots of style, tremendous length, spot on teat placement and well balanced, just a shade cleaner through the shoulder and chest than the second calf. This being a smart red and white calf with more scope and strength, than the smaller calf in third.

The incalf heifer was a very well grown deep ribbed Nejay Amazon daughter of my eventual Champion. She looked like one for the future. Heifer in milk was a sharp red heifer by Briars Factor Sabre Red and the cow in milk was Alex Wilkes well known Lady Laura by General Jack who is getting better and better with age. She is light roan and sharp and wedge shaped with a superb udder and was a worthy champion, who would stand her ground in any company.

She later went on to be Interbreed Champion.

Gary Norbury

Ipstone Show 30th August 2014 | Judge: R Morgan Maiden heifer 1st Cotonhall wizard Princess Anne 2nd Weaverdale Phyliss - Heifer incalf or milk 1st Cotonhall Duchess Ann 15 2nd Weaverdale Tulip 8

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R Kite S Patterson R Kite S Patterson

Cow in milk 1st Elkington Barrington 30

R Kite

Champion:

Cotonhall Duchess Ann 15

R Kite

Reserve Champion:

Weaverdale Tulip 8

S Patterson

Nantwich & South Cheshire Show 30th July 2014 | Judge: Mr I Harries

Pairs 1st 2nd

Rob Kite RW Harper & Partners

Junior Heifer 1st R Kite 2nd HV Wright

Cotonhall Eclipse Meadow Queen Yewtree Chatter Daisy 2

Heifer Champion:

R Kite

Heifer 1st

Yewtree Eliot Diane

Reserve Heifer Champion:

R Kite Cotonhall Eclipse Meadow Queen

Heifer In Milk 1st R Kite

Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2

Breed Champion:

RW Harper

Junior Cow In Milk 1st R Kite 2nd G Bell

Cotonhall Cherry Irthingvale Lje Red Rose

Senior Cow In Milk 1st RW Harper

Irthingvale Watzon Meg

HV Wright

Richard Harper & Graham Bell

Judges Report: It was an honour and a privilege to have been invited to judge this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nantwich show.

The day started with my maiden heifer class of which there were four heifers forward. My first placed heifer in the class was a very long, dairy, well grown roan heifer, it was this eye catching show presence that gave her the advantage over my second place heifer. My second placing had the advantage over my third placed heifer for her superior depth of body and the way she tracked on parade.

Third over fourth gained her placing for her greater length throughout the body and superior dairyness.

There was only one heifer in calf present for my second class, nevertheless it would have taken a very good heifer to beat this long deep bodied mostly red heifer that paraded well around the ring.

My heifer in milk class again had only one entry. This red and white heifer slowly kept improving during the day, she was extremely dairy and was obviously working hard for her owners. She was my heifer champion for the day, and as the day went on she filled her udder higher and wider and by the time she was in the interbreed competition she looked to be a serious contender. She was eventually voted reserve interbreed champion by the judging panel.

Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2

Irthingvale Watzon Meg

Reserve Breed Champion:

R Kite Cotonhall Cherry Dairy Interbreed Championship: Reserve:

R Kite Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2

Champion: Irthingvale Wtazon Meg from RW Harper

The junior in milk cow class had four entries. I placed my first place cow over my second placed cow for her superior dairy strength, her overall power and her width at the rump. My second placed cow, a light roan very dairy cow had the advantage over my third placed cow as she was far deeper in her body, her fore udder excelled in quality and blended in better into the underline.

Last of the individual cow classes was my senior cow class, where I would find my overall champion for the day. A red and white cow having recently calved her fourth calf was a very balanced cow, showing off her qualities with a deep body showing plenty of capacity, she walked well on her hind legs and her udder was high and wide at the rear and carried her fore udder well in the underline.

Champion for the Day - Senior Cow Reserve Champion - Junior Cow Honourable Mention â&#x20AC;&#x201C; In-milk heifer And Reserve Heifier Champion was the maiden heifer.

Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Nantwich Show Society for inviting me to judge at their show. I would also like to thank my steward for the day ensuring that everything ran smoothly throughout the day.

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Newport Show Maiden Heifer, born in 2013 1st Cotonhall Titan Hayley 2nd Cotonhall Eclipse Marilyn 3rd Morwood Butterbur 4th Morwood Pimp Tiny

12th July 2014 | Judge: S Thomas

R Kite R Kite RST & SA Morgan RST & SA Morgan

Heifer in calf with first calf not more than 3 years old on day of show 1st Nejay Erin 7 N Madeley 2nd Morwood Rueben Tiny RST & SA Morgan 3rd Nejay Marcia 25 N Madeley Cow in calf not less than 5 months 1st Nejay Foggy 90 N Madeley 2nd Nejay Tiny 3 RST & SA Morgan 3rd Rodway Safie 4 N Madeley

Cotonhall Rosepetal 4 Nejay Tiny 4 Winhall Pansy 9

Group of 3 females animals 1st R Kite 2nd N Madeley Champion:

Cotonhall Joy

Cow in milk 2nd or 3rd lactation 1st Cotonhall Joy 3rd

2nd - Hannah Morgan 3rd - Victoria Black

Judges Report: My first experience of Newport Show was walking down the hill and what a setting on a beautiful summers day. The Parkland lent itself wonderfully to a prestigious event. The classes started promptly with the maiden heifer with a large number forward and nice to see so many youngsters handling in a very professional manner. A nice clean very dairy calf Cotonhall Titan Hayley took top honours in this class, her overall balance and correctness gave her the placing over another calf from Rob Kite, Eclipse Marilyn in second over two nice heifers from Rob Morgan and family in third and fourth, Morwood Butterbur and Morwood Pimp Tiny, two modern dairy calves for the future. Heifer in calf had three entries forward with Nejay Erin 7th leading the class having just more depth of barrel over second place and showing more formation and correctness in the udder.

Second was Morwood Rueben Tiny, a long clean heifer showing more dairy character than my third animal Nejay Marcia 25th. Cow in calf had a number of powerful cows in this class, but leading we had Nejay Foggy 90 from Neil and Jayne Madeley, a well-balanced cow correct top line, well balanced on locomotion and her teat placement was superior to all the others below. Second was Nejay Tiny 3rd from Rob Morgan and family, another well balanced cow with tremendous depth and teat quality, over Rodway Safie 4th shorthorn

R Kite

Reserve Champion:

Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2 R Kite Interbreed | Judge: S Oultram 4th RD Kite & Son

R Kite

R Kite N Madeley WS & A Winnington

Cow in milk 4th lactation or above 1st Elkington Amber Princess 10 RST & SA Morgan 2nd Winhall Owl 3rd WS & A Winnington

Heifer in milk that has calved her first at 3 years old or under 1st Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2 R Kite 2nd Nejay Pamela Mary 9 N Madeley 3rd Cotonhall Joy 7 R Kite 4th Rodway Butterbur 56 R Madeley

Champion: Cotonhall Joy from R Kite

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Junior Handler | Judge: Miss A Miller Dairy handler 12 years old and under 16 years of age on show day. Calf born on or after 1st April 2013.

Reserve: Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2 from R Kite

from Neil Madeley. Heifer in Milk class was won by a quality animal Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2nd from Rob Kite and a heifer would fit into any farm, for the sure dairy character and the balance of her udder to her body and the teat placement was superior to the second placed Nejay Pamela Mary 9th.

Another deep bodied heifer well balanced her feet and legs which gave her the edge over Cotonhall Joy 7th in third and Rodway Butterbur 56 in fourth, a quality class of heifers.

Junior cow and milk class was again full of quality but my winner was Cotonhall Joy 3rd a very clean deep bodied 3rd calver well balanced udder with tremendous teat placement, this cow has blossomed into a tremendous dairy cow. Her true form eased Cotonhall Rosepetal 4th into second place another quality cow with her locomotion giving her the edge over Nejay Tiny 4th in third, which had just more dairy strength over Winhall Pansy 9th from the Winnington Family in fourth place. The Senior cow in milk was won by Elkington Amber Princess 10th with the powerful deep body giving her the position over a very correct Winhall Owl 3rd in second place. Group of three went to Rob Kite and second to Neil Madeley. Championship line up we had 10 quality class winners, at this point I would like to thank Newport Show for the honour of being asked to judge this wonderful show, also to thank the stewards, exhibitors and handlers for the hard work involved.

Champion animal went to Cotonhall Joy 3rd and reserve to Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2nd both from Rob and Kate Kite.

Seimon V.B. Thomas.

Oswestry Show 2nd August 2014 | Judge: G Norbury Maiden Heifer 1st Morwood Pimp Tiny RST & SA Morgan 2nd Morwood Prince Gay Lass 2 RST & SA Morgan Heifer in calf, no more than three years old 1st Nejay Erin 7 N Madeley 2nd Morwood Rueben Tiny RST & SA Morgan Cow, at least five months in calf 1st Rodway Mia 2

RST & SA Morgan

Heifer in milk 1st Westonia Gay Lass 9

R Morgan & R Stockton

Cow in milk, having calved twice 1st Irthingvale Red Rose

G & B Bell

Judges Report: Thunder and lightning greeted me on my arrival at Oswestry show and torrential rain continued throughout the judging, not good when you are handed a microphone.

First class to brave the elements was the maiden heifer.

Two quality animals the first much older than the second, a calf with really deep ribs and well shown.

The incalf heifers were led by a superb Erin from David Madeley who had a wide chest and this width and strength continued though its body to the rump which was well structured, teat placement was good too. The overall power and balance placed her above the second who had come on a lot since the Royal Welsh.

Cow in milk, having calved three times (four, five or more) times 1st Irthingvale Watzon Tulip G & B Bell 2nd Elkington Amber Princess 10 RST & SA Morgan 3rd Nejay Foggy 89 N Madeley Group, comprising 3 females owned by the exhibitor 1st RST & SA Morgan 2nd RST & SA Morgan Champion:

Irthingvale Watzon Tulip

G & B Bell

Reserve Champion:

Dee Wild Queen

RST & SA Morgan

Perpetual Challenge Cup – best exhibit in class 123 – Calf handling:

Thomas Morgan Perpetual Challenge Cup – best exhibit in class 124 – Calf handling:

Robert Crank

cow going to a light roan Jinnys Empire who was well balanced and looked to be milking well.

The best class of the day came with the senior cows, three tremendous animals who took a while to sort. First was a very correct well balanced Watzon daughter with a superb udder, second went to a massive cow whose ring presence and width through the rear end put her above a neat roan cow with a superb udder.

The quality was high throughout the classes however the senior cow stood out and had to be champion. Reserve went to the second senior cow and I felt the outstanding in calf heifer was worth an ‘honourable mention’.

Gary Norbury

A very dairy red and white won the heifer in milk. Junior

Otley Show 17th May 2014 | Judge: J Robinson Maiden Heifer 1st Churchroyd Heather 79 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Churchroyd Fay 11 IRG Collins & Partners 3rd Churchroyd Kirklevington 27 IRG Collins & Partners 4th Broadlane Lady Barrington D & P Throup In Calf Heifer 1st Cotonhall Domino 2nd Kidstones Pansy

D & P Throup AE Wilkes

Dry Cow 1st Churchroyd Heather 50 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Hutchinwood Amazon Sweetrose 21 G & PS Fleetwood

Judges Report: Fantastic weather and a massive crowd greeted my family at the Otley show. It’s a show I have judged before but I always enjoy it immensely. First into the ring were the maiden heifers. This was definitely a class of 2 halves. My first 3 heifers were all 2014 born calves.

In Milk Heifer 1st Kidstones Yana 7 AE Wilkes 2nd Churchroyd Heather 61ET IRG Collins & Partners Cow In Milk 1st Churchroyd Kirklevington 17 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Hutchinwood Sweetrose 15 G & PS Fleetwood Pairs 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

IRG Collins & Partners G and PS Fleetwood IRG Collins & Partners AE Wilkes

Champion:

Churchroyd Kirklevington 17 IRG Collins & Partners Reserve Champion:

Kidstones Yana 7

AE Wilkes

Interbreed Pair: 1st Dairy Shorthorn

They all showed superb dairy character and there was little between them but 1st place was a bit more promising underneath and was slightly better on its rear legs. 2nd over 3rd did have slightly more depth and spring of rib.

In the in calf heifer class I went with a lovely heifer which was a bit cleaner boned than 2nd place and showed a lot of promise. shorthorn

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Just two cows were forward in the dry cow class and I went for a lovely well balanced animal which had more maturity than the 2nd calver in second. The in milk heifer class could have gone either way. Two smashing red heifers were put before me, very little between them but I thought that the heifer from AE Wilkes was just a bit better in the udder and a bit sweeter in the teat. These two heifers went on to win the interbreed pairs which just shows what an excellent well matched pairs they were. Just two forward for the in milk cows as well and they were two different types. In the end I had to go for the balance over size. My first placed cow was well balanced with a lovely spring of rib and as udder which was welded on.

Champion: Churchroyd Kirklevington 17 from IRG Collins & Partners

It was her width of rib and udder attachment which gave her the advantage over a tall elegant red and white cow from Fleetwoods. Pairs – I always like to see 2 milk animals together and that’s why they were placed over a mixed pair of dry and milking cows. These top two pairs had the advantage of maturity over two maiden heifers calves for the IRG Collins & Partners.

Champion on the day went to my senior milk cow from IRG Collins & Partners with the 1st place in milk heifer from Wilkes in reserve. Honourable mention was to the 2nd place in milk heifer.

Penrith Show

Heifer calf 8-15 months

26th July 2014 | Judge: D Wainwright

1st

Winbrook Peeress Rose 16 GA & DW Dent

2nd

Park House Pansy 2

V Bowman

3rd

Newpark Pansy

DH Craig

Maiden Heifer over 15months 1st Newpark Foggathorpe 2nd Brafell Lady 4

DH Craig J Teasdale

Heifer in-milk 1st Mossrigg Barrington Iris JJM Fisher 2nd Winbrook Fairy Princess 4 GA & DW Dent 3rd Strickley Barrington Dot 21 WH & KM Robinson 4th Mossrigg Barrington Duchess JJM Fisher Cow in-calf 1st Winbrook VI 125 2nd Brafell Ruby 44

GA & DW Dent J Teasdale

Cow in-milk 1st Winbrook Wren 2 GA & DW Dent 2nd Marleycote Barrington Iris 15 JJM Fisher 3rd Strickley Lily 15 WH & KM Robinson 4th Brafell Molly 8 J Teasdale Heifer calf under 8 months 1st Strickley Starbud 60 2nd Brafell Lady Hermione 3rd Winbrook Dewdrops 145 4th Strickley Goldie 229

WH & KM Robinson J Teasdale GA & DW Dent WH & KM Robinson

Judges Report: On the 26th July, on a beautiful Saturday morning, I was honoured to be asked to judge the Dairy Shorthorn cattle and young handler classes at Penrith show.

It was a good turnout, with some great examples of the breed being exhibited. My champion, Mossrigg Barrington Iris, was a modern, stylish in milk heifer, who on the day just had the edge over my reserve Winbrook Wren 2nd (5th calver) a lovely traditional type cow who I really admired.

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Reserve: Kidstones Yana 7 from AE Wilkes

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Champion & Interbreed Champion: Mossrigg Barrington Iris - sire Marleycote Blizzard JJM Fisher Reserve Champion: Winbrook Wren 2nd – sire Nejay Prince GA & DW Dent Champion Calf:

Winbrook Peeress Rose 16 GA & DW Dent Reserve Champion Calf:

Strickley Starbud 60

WH & KM Robinson

Junior Handler: 1st Chris Robinson - Strickley 2nd Sam Teasdale - Brafell 3rd Georgina Bowman - Parkhouse Intermediate Handler: 1st Sophie Bowman - Parkhouse Senior Handler: 1st Debbie Cowshill - Newpark 2nd Lorna Craig - Newpark Champion Handler:

Debbie Cowshil - Newpark

Reserve Handler:

Sophie Bowman - Parkhouse

I felt justified when my final choice won Interbreed Champion. A great achievement when up against some top examples of other breeds.

It was good to see that the future of the breed is in good hands when judging the enthusiastic young handlers.

They did a brilliant job of turning themselves and their calves out.

With Penrith being one of the strongholds of the Shorthorn breed it was a pleasure to be asked to judge my first show there.

David Wainwright

Shropshire Show 24th May 2014 | Judge: G Daw Maiden Heifer 1st Morwood Prince Claribel Morgan Family 2nd Morwood Pimp Primrose Morgan Family 3rd Morwood Pimp Acacia Morgan Family 4th Morwood Prince Gaylass 2 Morgan Family In calf Heifer 1st Westonia Gaylass 10 2nd Rodway Lisbet 3rd Nejay Pamela Mary 9 4th Westonia Gaylass 9

Morgan & Stockton Madeley Family Madeley Family Morgan & Stockton

Dry Cow 1st Nejay Pamela Mary 4

Madeley Family

Heifer In Milk 1st Nejay Anne 2 2nd Rodway Bluma

Madeley Family Morgan Family

Chmapion: Dee Hermionie 5 from the Morgan Family

Cow In Milk 1st Dee Hermionie 5 Morgan Family 2nd Jabob Barrington Duchess J Madeley Group of Three 1st Madeley Family 2nd 3rd Morgan Family

Morgan Family

Champion: Dee Hermionie 5

Morgan Family

Reserve Champion: Nejay Pamela Mary 4 Madeley Family Reserve Champion: Nejay Pamela Mary 4 from Madeley Family

Wensleydale Show Maiden Heifer 1st Kidstones Yana 9 2nd Kidstones Gentle 3 3rd Churchroyd Peggy 21

23rd August 2014 | Judge: D Price Jones AE Wilkes AE Wilkes IRG Collins & Partners

Heifer In Calf 1st Churchroyd Amanda Red 10 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Kidstones Lady Laura 14 AEWilkes 3rd Kidstones Lady Laura 15 AEWilkes Cow in Calf 1st Kidstones Lady Laura 13 AE Wilkes 2nd Kidstones Lady Marigold 5 AE Wilkes 3rd Churchroyd Kirklevington 19 IRG Collins & Partners

Heifer in Milk 1st Churchroyd Lady Walton 15 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Kidstones Yana 7 AE Wilkes Cow In Milk 1st Kidstones Lady Laura 8

Champion: Kidstones Lady Laura 8 AE Wilkes Reserve Champion:

Weardale Agricultural Show

AE Wilkes

Female Pairs 1st AE Wilkes 2nd AE Wilkes 3rd IRG Collins & Partners

Churchroyd Lady Walton 15 IRG Collins & Partners

30th August 2014 | Judge: George & Jill Fleetwood

Calf born between 1st January and 30th June 2013 1st Winbrook Vi 151 2nd Newpark Foggathorpe 8 Calf born between 1st July and 31st December 2013 1st Parkhouse Pansy 2 2nd Winbrook Dewdrop 145 3rd Newpark Pansy 17 Calf born in 2014 1st Brafell Lady Hermione 22 2nd Brafell Pepsi Swallowtail 21 3rd Winbrook Pauline 32 4th Parkhouse Pansy 3 5th Newpark Foggathorpe 9

Best handler 18 years and over 1st Victoria Bowman 2nd Lorna Craig 3rd Becca Blenkhorn Best handler 12 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 17 years on show day 1st Sophie Bowman 2nd Debbie Cowsill 3rd Luke Jackson Best handler under 12 years on show day 1st Harvey Jackson 2nd Georgia Bowman 3rd Kailum Brown 4th Sam Teasdale 5th Heather Teasdale

Champion Calf:

Winbrook VI 151

Reserve Champion Calf:

Parkhouse Pansy 2

Champion Handler:

Sophie Bowman

Brafell Lady Hermione 22

Reserve Champion Handler:

Debbi Cowsill

Honorary Mention:

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Attwoods Dairy Shorthorns

F Mannerings Attwoods Drove Farm, Compton, Winchester. SO21 2AY tel: 01962712694 | mob: 07769176279 email: f.mannerings@hotmail.com

Westmorland County Show 11th September 2014 | Judge: Seimon Thomas Maiden Heifer under 18 months on Show Day 1st Messrs Robinson Strickley Starlet 133 2nd Shaun Dixon Shaunlea Geri 3 3rd Messrs Robinson Strickley Starbud 60 4th Messrs GA & DW Dent Winbrook Dewdrop 145 5th Messrs GA & DW Dent Winbrook Peeress Rose 20 Heifer in calf under 3 years old on Show Day NF GG Baynes & Son Marleycote Patricia 14

Champion: Winbrook Wren 2 from Messrs GA & DW Dent

Heifer in milk to have calved under 3 years of age on Show Day 1st JM & J Fisher Mossrigg Barrington Iris 2nd Messrs GA & DW Dent Winbrook Fairy Princess 4 3rd Messrs Robinson Strickley Barrington Dot 21 4th Messrs Robinson Strickley Goldie 217

Best Group of 3 animals 1st GG Baynes & Son 2nd Messrs G A & D W Dent 3rd Messrs Robinson

Cow in milk having calved twice 1st Messrs Robinson 2nd GG Baynes & Son 3rd Messrs GA & DW Dent 4th Shaun Dixon 5th Messrs Robinson

Strickley Starbud 48 Marleycote Olive 16 Winbrook Peeress Rose 14 Shaunlea Geri Strickley Starlet 117

Cow in milk having calved 3 or more times 1st Messrs GA & DW Dent Winbrook Wren 2 2nd GG Baynes & Son Marleycote Songstress 13 3rd GG Baynes & Son Marleycote Patricia 10 4th JM & J Fisher Marleycote Barrington Iris 5th Messrs Robinson Strickley Goldie 198 Best Group of 3 animals 1st GG Baynes & Son 2nd Messrs G A & D W Dent 3rd Messrs Robinson

Judges Report: Eleanor and Myself travelled up to a beautiful picturesque evening in Westmorland and stayed in Crooklands Hotel, a very popular place it seemed, and were well looked after.

Next morning we travelled the full half a mile to wonderful venue and bursting with sunshine. We registered at H.Q. a well built stone building and met our stewards for the day.

The Maiden heifer class came upon us with five entries, receiving first prize was Strickley Starlet 133 from Messrs Robinson, a very showy heifer, clean and dairy through the head neck and shoulders, even top, tremendous depth and spring of rib and well balanced underneath, she also was well shown by the young handler. Second placed was Shaunlea Geri 3rd from Shaun Dixon, a well balanced heifer again being cleaner and lighter boned than my third placed, Geri 3rd was well prepared and showed great promise for the future.

Third was Stirckley Starbud 60th from Messrs Robinson, just more style and dairy over Windbrook Dewdrop 145th and Windbrook Peeres Rose 20th in fourth and fifth from David Dent. Heifer in milk produced four quality heifers with Mossrigg Barrington Iris from JM & J Fisher leading the class, a daughter of Marleycote Barrington Iris 15th by Marleycote Blizzard. She showed depth and power being wider through the chest an rib, well balanced through the body and excelled through her mammary, with teat positioning superior to the other three heifers.

Champion: Aspden Perpetual Challenge Cup (C4) - Champion Shorthorn Female

Messrs GA & DW Dent Winbrook Wren 2 Reserve Champion:

Messrs Robinson

Strickley Starbud 48

Best Exhibitor Bred:

Messrs GA & DW Dent

Winbrook Wren 2

Best Udder:

Messrs GA & DW Dent

Winbrook Wren 2

Junior Champion Trophy:

JM & J Fisher

Mossrigg Barrington Iris

Reserve Junior Champion:

Messrs GA & DW Dent

Winbrook Fairy Princess 4

John Handley Memorial Trophy - Best Group of Three

GG Baynes & Son

Second was Windbook Fairy Princess 4th, another balanced heifer which had tremendous milkability throughout, she was superior in the udder to my third Strickley Barrington Dot 21st and fourth Strickley Goldie 217. Junior Cow in milk was Strickley Starbud 48th a tall very dairy young cow, showing tremendous length and power. She excelled in her mammary compared with my other four animals, she also paraded well on tremendous legs and feet.Second was Marleycote Olive 16th a modern cow from Baynes & Co, showing great dairy qualities for the future above Windbrook Peeress Rose 14th in third and Shaunlea Geri in fourth Strickley Starlet 117. Senoir cow in milk was Windbrook Wren 2nd a deep bodied sixth calver showing width and power throughout her body and it is that width and height in the rear udder which brought her to top position.

Follwed by two cows from Marleycote, Songstress 13th and Patricia 10th and fourth was another Marleycote Barrington Iris 15th from Fisherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Strickley Goldie 198th in Fifth.The group was won by Messrs Baynes and co with three balanced milk cows. My Champion of the day was the Senior cow Windbrook Wren 2nd just giving her the edge over the Junior cow Strickley Starbud 48th in reserve for her longevity and rump structure. Exibitor bred and best udder was Wren 2nd Junior Champion was Mossrigg Barrington Iris and Reserve Windbrook Fairy Princess 4th. Seimon V. B. Thomas shorthorn

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Tullamore Show 10th August 2014 | Judge: D McKeown Registered Pedigree Shorthorn Heifer Born in 2014 1st Monasteroris Lady Walton 7th Michael & Ann-Maree Manley 2nd Ballinacregg Belle 26th John Fox 3rd Slevoy Missey Denis Roche 4th Ransboro Daphne 15th Glenn Carter Registered Pedigree Shorthorn Heifer Born in 2013 1st Monasteroris Songstress 5th Michael & Ann-Maree Manley 2nd Ballinacregg Grayling 11th John Fox 3rd Kilreek Fanny 3rd Kenneth Smyth 4th Ransboro Queen Maeve 26th Glenn Carter Registered Pedigree Shorthorn Heifer In-calf 1st Kilreek Fanny 2nd 2nd Ballinacregg Grayling 11th 3rd Ransboro Xena 4th Ransboro Queen Maeve 26th

Kenneth Smyth John Fox Glenn Carter Glenn Carter

Registered Pedigree Shorthorn Heifer In-milk 1st Ransboro Primrose 70th Glenn Carter 2nd Ransboro Cressida 37th VG Glenn Carter 3rd Slevoy Norma Denis Roche 4th Ransboro Daphney 8th IE Mona & Shay Concannon Pedigree Registered Shorthorn Junior Cow Calved Twice or Three Times 1st Ransboro Waterloo Rose 28th VG Glenn Carter 2nd Monasteroris Fanny 7th Michael & Ann-Maree Manley 3rd Kilreek Fanny 1st Kenneth Smyth 4th Ransboro Cressida 33rd VG Glenn Carter Registered Pedigree Dairy Shorthorn Cow in Milk 1st Ransboro Sabina EX Glenn Carter 2nd Ransboro Cressida 28th EX Glenn Carter 3rd Ransboro Cressida 30th VG Glenn Carter AIB National Livestock Show Dairy Shorthorn Champion 1st Ransboro Waterloo Rose 28th VG Glenn Carter 2nd Kilreek Fanny 2nd Kenneth Smyth AIB National Livestock Show Dairy Shorthorn Young Handler of the Year 2014 1st Patrick Roche Slevoy, Foulksmills, Wexford, Wexford.

2nd Ben Carter Oldcastle, Clonakenny, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.

3rd Ciara Fox Ballinacregg, Orannmore, Co Galway.

4th Sam Carter Oldcastle, Clonakenny, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.

Champion: Ransboro Waterloo Rose 28th VG from Glenn Carter

All exhibitors took great pride in their job and all competed very well. The class was won by Patrick Roche who did a terrific job leading his calf. Ben Carter, the second youngest competitor looked very professional as he led his calf and was called into second place. With last year’s winner Ciara Fox completing the top three.

All competitors must be commended for their effort as everyone did a great job on the day. Congrats to Ciara Fox, Ella O’Donoghue Concannon, Niall Hogan, Evony Hession, Patrick Roche, Niamh Purcell, Aine Purcell, Joseph McGrath, Emma Harris, Ben Carter and Sam Carter, we look forward to similar representation next year.

The next class was the Shorthorn heifer born in 2013.

The top three were; 1.

Michael and Ann Maree Manley 2.

John Fox 3.

Kenny Smyth A class of seven heifers all showing great potential for the future of the breed. The top three showing extra size and growth over the other heifers in the class.

Class 12 was the Young Handler of the year aged 1418. Again the young exhibitors showed great control of their calves and demonstrated the benefits of the hard work at home prior to bringing their cattle to the show.

Louise Carter placed first with Sinead Hogan second and Caoimhe Hogan in third.

AIB National Livestock Show Young Handler of the Year 2014 1st Louise Carter, Oldcastle, Clonakenny, Roscre, Co. Tipperary.

2nd Caoimhe Hogan, c/o Mona Concannon, Montiagh, Claregal

way, Co Galway.

3rd Sinead Hogan c/o Mona Concannon, Montiagh, Claregalway,

Co. Galway.

Class 13 was the Shorthorn heifer in calf another

The wet weather at Tullamore Show 2014 did not deter the Dairy Shorthorn exhibitors who turned out in force.

Classes commenced with the Dairy Shorthorn Calf class which was keenly contested with a number of stylish young calves. 1st place went to Michael and Ann Maree Manley with their roan Lady Walton calf x Oceanbrae Logic’s Plato. John Fox was 2nd, Denis Roache 3rd and the Carter family 4th. Next up was the Irish Shorthorn Milking Club sponsored Young Handler of the year for handlers under 14.

The crowds gathered as the young stockmen and women demonstrated their ability to lead their calves.

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tremendous class of dairy heifers. Kenny Smyth taking the honours with his homebred Kilreek Fanny 2nd. John Fox was second with the Carter family 3rd. Kenny’s heifer was a suburb example of the Dairy Shorthorn breed and showed great potential for the future.

Class 14 was the Shorthorn heifer in Milk and demonstrated the ever growing popularity of Dairy Shorthorns as there were entries from 5 different exhibitors in this class. 1st and 2nd went to The Carter family. A young two year old heifer overcoming a stylish heifer in 2nd who was just calved a little too long at show time. Denis Roache was 3rd.

The Junior Cow having calved twice or three times again saw a great turn out. The rain was fast approaching but the judge wasn’t rushed into making his decision. The top two cows were a step above the rest and that’s not taking away from the rest of the class. Both cows were tremendous deep bodied animals, demonstrating great shorthorn character. The judge placed Ransboro Waterloo Rose 28th 1st for having superior teat placement. Both cows would be a welcome addition in any herd as would the rest of the class who were a great credit to the exhibitors. The final placings;

The Championship saw all 1st prize winners return to the ring. Ransboro Waterloo Rose 28th (Junior Cow) was crowned Overall Champion to add to her Reserve Champion from last year. She is tremendous cow and a credit to any breed. Reserve Champion was given to Kenny Smyth who definitely has one for the future with his in calf heifer Kilreek Fanny 2nd. Her dam a previous champion of the show. All exhibitors did a terrific job despite the conditions. The Dairy Shorthorn breed continues to impress and shows like this are vital to ensuring the breed continues to receive the exposure it needs. Interest on the day was at an all-time high with many show goers 1. The Carter family - Ransboro Waterloo Rose 28th impressed with the calibre of stock on display. Interest 2. Michael and Ann Maree Manley - Monasteroris Fanny continues to grow with breeders looking for the desired 7th traits of the Dairy Shorthorn of consistency, reliability 3. Kenny Smyth - Kilreek Fanny 1st and longevity. A big congratulations to all exhibitors The Senior Cow class demonstrated some of the best who brought their cattle and contributed to a successful characteristics of the Dairy Shorthorn breed. 1st and 2nd Tullamore 2014. were given to a sixth and seventh calver respectively.

Both cows showing longevity and demonstrating the Shorthorn’s tremendous ability to age without issue.

Placings; 1. The Carter family - Ransboro Sabina 2. The Carter family - Ransboro Cressida 28th 3. The Carter family - Ransboro Cressida 30th Ben Carter in the Young Handlers class

Royal Ulster Winter Fair 13th December 2013 | Judge: Cord Hormann Maiden Heifer 1st Sunrise Judge Yana - Ex Bred Junior Champion Sunrise Shorthorns 2nd Kilsally Whiteheart 3 N & R Booth 3rd Kilsally Seraphina 9 N & R Booth Heifer in milk 1st Kilsally Seraphina 7 - Ex Bred Heifer Champion

N & R Booth 2nd Kilsally Jill 14 – Best Udder Reserve Heifer Champion N & R Booth Champion: Marleycote Princess Jill 31st from McLeam Family 3rd Rodway Samanta 24 G Booth 2nd Calver 1st Marleycote Princess Jill 31 – Best Udder Champion McLean Family 2nd Beechview Arudolf Cecilia 2 –Ex bred Reserve Champion G Booth 3rd Denamona Holmland Tulip A Irwin 4th Rodway Lady Barrington 34 N & R Booth 5th Kilsally Foggothorpe 4 N & R Booth Senior Cow 3 plus calvings 1st Rodway Marcia 28 – Best Udder 2nd Kilsally Duchess 3 – Ex bred Premier Exhibitor:

Sunrise Shorthorns N & R Booth

N& R Booth

Exhibitor Bred Champion: Beechview Arudolf Cecilia 2 George Booth Junior Champion: Sunrise Judge Yana from Sunrise Shorthorns

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Cork Summer Show 14th June 2014 | Judge: J & N Faulkner Saturday June 14th was the second day of the impressive Cork Summer Show. The weather didn’t disappoint providing the warm temperatures forecast which resulted in large crowds descending on the Curraheen Showgrounds. There was a strong representation of Dairy Shorthorns present, with John and Norma Faulkner handed the responsibility to decide placings. It was a successful day for the Carter family for whom Ransboro Sabina won the Overall Dairy Shorthorn Champion and also the Interbreed Champion.

The first class of the day was the Dairy Shorthorn Bull calf class, Gillian Smith won the class with a stylish roan calf, Hilltown Major. Heifer calf class: 1st Ransboro Blossom 20th x Churchroyd Gordon for the Carter family, Gillian Smith was 2nd and 3rd respectively with two nice calves. The calf in second in particular, Hilltown Cheshire generating plenty of comment. Maiden heifer class: 1st The Carter family, 2nd The Carter family, 3rd Gillian Smith. Three nice heifers all showing promise to develop into nice cows.

Next up was the 100% pure Pedigree Shorthorn Cow class, Jimmy O’ Donovan placed first and second in this with two very sound roan cows. 1st Gortnamona Pansy 8th x Courtover Fellow, 2nd Gortnamona Pansy 9th x Wreay Roseman, Gillian Smith was 3rd.

Overall Dairy Shorthorn Champion and Interbreed Champion: Ransboro Sabina Bull calf class,

Gillian Smith

Hilltown Major

Heifer calf class: 1st The Carter Family

Ransboro Blossom 20th x Churchroyd Gordon 2nd Gillian Smith 3rd Gillian Smith Maiden heifer class: 1st The Carter family 2nd The Carter family 3rd Gillian Smith 100% pure Pedigree Shorthorn Cow class 1st Jimmy O’ Donovan

Gortnamona Pansy 8th x Courtover Fellow 2nd Jimmy O’ Donovan

Gortnamona Pansy 9th x Wreay Roseman 3rd Gillian Smith Senior Cow class 1st The Carter family 2nd The Carter family 3rd Gillian Smith Junior Champion: Ransboro Blossom 20th.

Senior Champion: Ransboro Sabina Reserve Champion: Gortnamona Pansy 8th Jimmy O’Donovan Interbreed Champion: Ransboro Sabina

In the Senior Cow class The Carter family placed first and second with a 6th and 8th calver respectively, both cows demonstrating the Shorthorns longevity and durability.

Gillian Smith was 3rd with a nice young cow that shows promise for the future. Junior Champion was awarded to the winner of the heifer calf class, Ransboro Blossom 20th.

Senior Champion was awarded to the winner of the Senior cow class, Ransboro Sabina. A classy cow who showed herself tremendously well all day, enjoying her moment in the sun. Reserve Champion went to Jimmy O’Donovan and Gortnamona Pansy 8th. A nice bodied cow who demonstrated great Shorthorn character. The judging finished in the Shorthorn ring but there was still a wait until the Interbreed Championship. At four o clock the Interbreed commenced, it had been a long day and early start for everyone involved (both owners and stock) but from a Shorthorn point of view it was worth the wait when Ransboro Sabina was crowned Interbreed Champion.

Champion & Interbreed Champion: Ransboro Sabina - Wes Carter

A great show case for the Shorthorn breed and a tremendous advert for Dairy Shorthorn cattle in Ireland.

Congratulations to all exhibitors on the day and a special thank you to John and Norma Faulkner who made the long journey down from County Cavan to judge on the day.

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National All Breeds Calf Show - 18th & 19th October 2014 Judge: Seimon.V.B. Thomas Born on or after 1st March 2014

Born between 1st May & 31st August 2013

1st

Alex Wilkes

Kidstones Yana 9

2nd

R Madeley

Rodway Red Rose 50

3rd

R Kite

Cotonhall Lilys Joy

4th

E Crank

Avondale Butterbur 23

5th

R Kite

Cotonhall Titan Stephanie

Champion:

B & E Whittaker Tabley Moss Rose Reserve Champion:

R Kite Cotonhall Eclipse Meadow Queen Honourable Mention:

R Kite Cotonhall Prophet Cherry

6th

IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Lady Rose 24

7th

R Kite

8th

E Crank

9th

IRG Collins & Partners

Cotonhall Stormbreaker Lady Barrington

10th

Earlsgift Snow Queen 4 Churchroyd Amanda Red 13

B & E Whittaker Tabley Wizard Nellie

Born between 1st December 2013 & 28th February 2014 1st

R Kite

Cotonhall Prophet Cherry

2nd

R Kite

Cotonhall Onyx Lady Barrington

3rd

IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Fay 11

4th

E Crank

Kayl Proud Countess 46

5th

E Crank

Earlsgift Princess

6th

IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Butterbur 13

7th

Neil Madeley

8th

IRG Collins & Partners

9th

R Madeley

Nejay Pamela Mary 13 Churchroyd Heather 79

Rodway Claribel 44

Born between 1st September & 30th November 2013

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Championships â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Handlers JUNIOR COLOURED BREEDS SHOWMAN - (12 years of age & under on 1st January 2014) 2nd

Tom Morgan

07/07/2004

9th

Robert Crank

30/05/2001

12th

Harry Collins

21/04/2004

16th

Anna Crank

11/12/2003

18th

George Oultram

11/05/2006

19th

David Oultram

28/05/2008

INTERMEDIATE COLOURED BREEDS SHOWMAN - (aged between 13 and 15 on 1st January 2014) 6th

Lucy Morgan

30/06/1998

17th

Hannah Morgan

07/02/2000

SENIOR COLOURED BREEDS SHOWMAN - (aged between 16 and 20 on 1st January 2014) 6th

Rebecca Crank

13/06/1997

10th

David Madeley

29/03/1996

12th

Dilen Muriambihu

15/01/1996

13th

Ella Fosten

14th

Isabelle Dommett

26/10/1996 02/03/1994

1st

B & E Whittaker Tabley Moss Rose

2nd

Neil Madeley

Nejay Anne 3

3rd

R Kite

Cotonhall Titan Hayley

4th

IRG Collins & Partners

5th

R Kite

Cotonhall Wizard Princess Anne

Champion: E Whittaker

6th

E Crank

Avondale Vi 5

Reserve: K Coole 30/05/1990

7th

Chichester College Brinsbury Hilda 10

8th

Chichester College Brinsbury Dairymaid 12

9th

IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Lady Rose 22

10th

IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Kirklevington 24

11th

Chichester College Brinsbury Molly 13

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Churchroyd Gwen 18

Honourable Mention: Tom Morgan 07/07/2004

Double win for Edward Whittaker at All Breeds All Britain Calf Show There was quality in numbers in the Dairy Shorthorn ring at the All Breeds All Britain Calf Show at Three Counties Showground. Emerging as overall calf champion was Tabley Moss Rose from Ben and Edward Whittaker. This October 2013-born Broadlane King Louis daughter is out of the Broadlane Fabien sired Broadlane Moss Rose 12.

She has already been on winning form at Cheshire where she was champion calf and overall junior champion.

Commenting on his champion, Simon Thomas said: “This heifer has tremendous dairy character, head, neck, shoulders and length of body. She has a great spring of rib and terrific bone quality.”

Champion: Tabley Moss Rose - B & E Whittaker

Reserve went to Rob Kite’s Cotonhall Eclipse Meadow Queen, shown by Dave Madeley. Born August 2013, this Cotonhall Eclipse daughter was first and reserve junior champion at Nantwich Show in the summer.

Meanwhile, honourable mention also went to Rob Kite, this time with Lucy Morgan at the halter of Cotonhall Prophet Cherry. This calf was champion at Beeston for the North Midlands Calf Show.

Edward Whittaker also enjoyed success in the showmanship where he took overall champion having stood top of the line in the senior class. Showing the champion calf Tabley Moss Rose this was his best achievement to date in showmanship.

Standing reserve to him was mature handler Kayleigh Coole, while Tom Morgan came through from the junior Reserve Champion: Cotonhall Eclipse Meadow Queen - R Kite section to stand honourable mention.

Honourable Mention: Cotonhall Prophet Cherry - R Kite

Champion Handler: E Whittaker

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Judges Report: It was a Great Honour to be asked to Judge this wonder full calf show in Malvern. We started the day with Calf born after 1st of March 2014, whith ten entries forward, it was a pleasure to see the young handlers proudly displaying their skills on the junior calves.

Leading this class was Kidstones Yana 9th by Envoy, a smart roan calf which was very correct being clean through the neck and shoulders, even top and plenty of depth and width through out and paraded stylishly.

Second was Rodway Red Rose 50th from Rachel Madeley a nice Ernie daughter with a great future and she edged Cotonhall Lilys Joy by Syd Abru into third.

Second class had 9 entries forward, another tremendous show of animals. Leading the way was Cottonhall Prophet Cherry by Prides Prophet, a clean modern calf over her head neck and shoulders, even top, deep bodied and well balanced through the rib, paraded well to lead the class.

Second of similar style was Rob Kite again with Cotohall Onyx Lady Barrington, over Churchroyd Fay 11th by Nejay Prince 4th in third.

Class three had a tremendous attendance again with 11 entries of exceptional quality. After talking one glance at Tabley Moss Rose it was difficult to find a calf to come above this beautiful roan calf which took the eye as she entered the ring, she glided through her entry and handled like silk, it was easy to see that Edward had spent a few hours training her, which probably helped Edward win the Champion Handler the previous day congratulations to him. She excelled through the body with tremendous top and depth through the body, it is a calf by Broadlane King Louis which will be one to look out for in the future.

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Second was Nejay Anne 3rd by Ernie and third was Cotonhall Titan Hayley by Titan.

Class four born between May and end of August 2013, had seven entries and first to the red rosette was a Cotonhall Eclipse daughter from Rob Kite again Cotonhall Eclipse Meadow Queen, another smart dairy calf just edging a very deep bodied Churchroyd Heather 74th into second through the clean front the first calf displayed and the locomotion, but talking nothing away from this Madonnas Prince calf in second, and third was Earlsgift Sonnschein another Madonnas Prince.

The Senior class was won by Cotonhall Eclipse Cherry a powerfull heifer which took the honours for her size and depth, followed by Churchroyd Gwen 16th and third was Earlsgift Tiny 24th.

The Championship line up with ten tremendous calves was a thrilling finale and credit goes to the Breeders, Exibitors and Handlers for their hard work in preparation and dedication.

Congratulations to Team Crank on winning the tidy lines award, all the handlers who did well the previous day, especially Edward Whittaker on the champion handler.

But the Champion Calf went to Edward and Ben Whittaker, Tabley Moss Rose and Reserve Cotonhall Eclipse Meadow Queen and Honourable Mention Cotonhall Prophet Cherry both from Rob Kite.

Many thanks to the organisers for asking me to judge such a wonderful spectacle at a great venue at Malvern, I hope all goes well for the future.

Seimon V B Thomas Edward Whitaker receives the cup for the Champion Calf from President Neil Madeley with the judge Seimon Thomas looking on

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The Bath & West Dairy Show | 1st October 2014 | Judge: Marshall Crank Cow or Heifer 1st Cargenwen Fillpail 24

JT Rowe

Heifer in milk 1st Churchroyd Peggy 19 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Cargenwen Little Jane 78 JT Rowe Junior Cow 1st Churchroyd Gentle 87 2nd Elkington Barrington 31 3rd Ablington Princess 15

IRG Collins & Partners WH & SJ Rawlins WH & SJ Rawlins

Intermediate Cow 1st Rodway Sonnschein 19 2nd Churchroyd Peggy 15 3rd Rodway Grey Rose 26

WH & SJ Rawlins IRG Collins & Partners Garratt & Mannerings

Pair of Animals 1st IRG Collins & Partners 2nd IRG Collins & Partners Champion:

Churchroyd Peggy 19 Reserve:

Rodway Sonnschein 19

IRG Collins & Partners WH & SJ Rawlins

Champion: Churchroyd Peggy 19 from IRG Collins & Partners

Reserve Champion: Rodway Sonnschein 19 from WH & SJ Rawlins

Judges Report:

Milk Heifer From this class came my overall champion. Usually I look for maturity in my champion but Churchroyd Peggy 19 gave me no option! This light roan heifer sired by Nejay Prince 4th walked into the ring with such grace, gliding on exceptional legs and feet. Peggy possesses all the qualities of the modern day Dairy Shorthorn with a flawless frame. She has a perfect balance between strength and angularity, her udder is high and wide with phenomenal attachment, indicating a big future for years to come. Second place went to John Rowe’s Cargenwen Little Jane 78 this Churchroyd Pluto Daughter is a sweet heifer with a bright future.

I would like to begin by thanking Bath and West Dairy show for giving me the opportunity to judge at this great event and for their generosity and hospitality. When I received the invitation to judge the Bath & West Dairy Show also known as the South West Dairy I accepted without hesitation. This was a part of the country we had not had the privilege to explore, so on 30th September my wife Sue and I headed south. Upon arrival we spent a few hours exploring this idyllic part of the country which we hope to revisit again in the not too distant future. We were fortunate enough to have been booked into a lovey hotel were we met up with the other breed judges and show representatives. Willie Whiteford (Ayrshire), John Gribbon (Jersey), Murray Cochrane (Brown Swiss), David Boyd (Holstein), David Hull (Holstein calves & showmanship) and our very own vice president James Robinson (Interbreed pairs and heifer championships). The following morning we arrived at the show ground at 7.30am for breakfast with the stewards before the pre-show briefing in the judge’s pavilion.

Dry Cow Leading this class was John Rowe’s Cargenwen Fillpail 24, a cow who truly depicts the characteristics of the shorthorn breed. Roan in colour this Winbrook Vince Daughter was carrying her sixth calf and looking like she could have another six.

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Senior Cow 1st Churchroyd Peggy 13 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Attwoods Rosebud 2 Garratt & Mannerings 3rd Cargenwen Little Jane 31 JT Rowe

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Junior Cow With three in this class first place went to the Collins family Churchroyd Gentle 87, sired by Churchroyd King Kong this young cow was full of quality with a tremendous udder, and she paraded well on good legs and feet. With great body capacity and a good hard top line, she ended the day winning honourable mention. Second place went to the Rawlins family Elkington Barrington 31 this Elkington Othello Daughter was much the same as my first placed cow but just losing out because she just didn’t quite have the strength through her top line as my first placed cow. Third place went to the Rawlins families Ablington Princess 15, this Lisnamulligan Fairway daughter was clean fleshed and had good stretch through the body but the two young cows stood in front of

her were just that bit stronger on the day.

Intermediate Cow First in this class went to the Rawlins family Rodway Sonnschein 19, sired by Treeton Pimp. Sonnschein is a youthful third calver who entered the ring displaying tremendous dairy presence, showing femininity, exceptional bone quality and a sharpness over the shoulder. While possessing these qualities she did not lack dairy strength.

With a lovely udder that has both strong attachment and good teat placement she illustrates the true attributes of the modern dairy shorthorn. With these qualities she slotted nicely into the position of reserve champion. In second place was the Collins family Churchroyd Peggy 15, this Churchroyd Victor daughter had a deep body, capacious udder and good leg and feet she was very good on parade and extremely well presented. Third place went to Garratt & Mannering’s Rodway Grey Rose 26, sired by Attwell Atom this good, roan dairy cow paraded well but she had some fierce opposition in front of her in this class on the day.

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Senior Cow With three in this class first place went to the Collins family Churchroyd Peggy 13, another Churchroyd Victor daughter this quality animal having just calved her fourth was deep bodied, stylish with good legs and feet, this was her first time in a show ring so well done to James Young for hanging on tight. Second place went to Garrett & Mannering’s Attwoods Rosebud 2, sired by Marleycote Maverick this milky looking angular dairy cow having just calved her fifth. In third was John Rowe’s Cargenwen Little Jane 31, this Irthingvale Lilian’s Rebel daughter has had eight calves and lasting well she was a clean fleshed dairy cow. Before I finish I would like to thank the shorthorn stewards Arthur Whittle and Richard Osborne for their sterling work throughout the day. Many thanks to all the exhibitors for their hard work and making it a tremendous show. The cattle are a credit to you all and to the breed.

Congratulations to you all.

Marshall Crank

| 7th & 8th March 2014 | Judge: Mark Rueth, USA

Maiden Heifer (Born In 2013) 1st Shaunlea Geri 3 S Dixon Shaun 2nd Marleycote Peggy 38 GG Baynes & Son 3rd Kidstones Gentle 3 AE Wilkes 4th Irthingelt Talula 2 T Moscrop 5th Lisnamulligan Dewdrop 8 B Lawson & Sons

3yr Old (1/3/11 - 2/2/10) 1st Marleycote Princess Jill 31 Mclean Family 2nd Churchroyd Pamela 15 IRG Collins & Partners 3rd Marleycote Patricia 11 GG Baynes & Son 4th Marleycote Olive 16 GG Baynes & Son 5th Dee Autumn 8 D & E Price Jones

In-Calf Heifer (Born In 2012) 1st Shaunlea Geri 2 S Dixon 2nd Mossrigg Barrington Iris J Fisher 3rd Churchroyd Telluria Flower 8 IRG Collins & Partners 2YR OLD (1/3/12 - 28/2/11) 1st Marleycote Songstress 17 GG Baynes & Son 2nd Churchroyd Lady Rose 18 IRG Collins & Partners 3rd Kidstones Lady Laura 13 AE Wilkes

Senior Cow (Born Prior 1/3/10) 1st Churchroyd Heather 43 IRG Collins & Partners 2nd Marleycote Petal 108 GG Baynes & Son

Junior Championship:

Shaunlea Geri 2 Reserve Junior Championship:

Mossrigg Barrington Iris

Champion: Marleycote Princess Jill 31st

Special Awards: Premier Sire of the Junior Show:

Middle Emeralds Supreme & Willsbro Red Razzle Best Udder of Show: Marleycote Princess Jill 31 Grand Champion: Marleycote Princess Jill 31 Reserve Champion: Marleycote Songstress 17 Special Awards: Premier Breeder Award: GG Baynes & Son Premier Exhibitor Award: GG Baynes & Son Premier Sire of the Senior Show: Victor Churchroyd

Reserve: Marleycote Songstress 17th

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Judges Report: A tremendous show of shorthorns it was a credit to all those exhibitors who made the trip to Carlisle for the UK Dairy Expo and this must bode well for a great show season. Great quality all through the junior show, Shaunlea Geri 2 from Shaun Dixon heifer looks to be one to watch when she calves out later in the spring and Mossrigg Barrington iris from the fisher family who also looked promising for later in the year. Marleycote Princess Jill 31 VG89, this cow was much admired by all cattle breeders at the show and made the trip over from Northern Ireland very worthwhile.

Welsh Dairy Show - 14th October 2014 | Judge: Roger Stockton Heifer in Calf 1st Churchroyd Bronte Wildeyes 43

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Heifer in Milk 1st Gelli Retinue Jill

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Cow in Milk 2nd Calf 1st Gelli Discoverer Jill

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Senior Cow in Milk 1st Gelli Rebel Duchess

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Champion: Gelli Rebel Duchess from Mr & Mrs IL Harries

Judges Report: On Tuesday 14th October, I had the privilege to judge the Welsh Dairy Show. If you attend the show, you can expect to see some very high quality cattle across all of the breeds. On looking forward to judging the Dairy Shorthorns, I discovered that Seimon had to withdraw from the show leaving only two exhibitors. Never the less, the few cattle forward were of a very high standard and a huge credit to the exhibitors.

My first class forward was an in calf heifer, bred by the Collins family, being very stylish on parade, a good length Reserve Heifer Champion: Churchroyd Bronte Wildeyes 43 from R Batchelor on this heifer. She was clean boned with a good top line, the teats were well stitched on. She is definitely a heifer to watch ring in fine form, tracking on good feet and legs with a good top line. She showed good rump structure and great promise when calved. One to look out for at future shows. in the udder. Overall a good, strong, deep bodied cow.

My next class forward, the Heifer in milk, again, only one forward, being a tall angular animal with good cleanness The Senior Cow. This cow was a fifth calver, looking very through the shoulder, showing good chest width, good feet youthful and showing tremendous power and dairyness. A and legs and a well placed mammary, carrying her rear udder cow that I very much admired and which was difficult to fault. She paraded on excellent feet and legs and showed wide and a good fore udder. an openness of rib with good chest width. She was clean Next class, Second Calver, Cow in Milk class, she came into through the shoulder, smooth boned throughout with great the ring full of Dairyness and looked like she was giving loads veination of the udder. A very tall and lengthy animal and my of milk. She was at a disadvantage today by being too full of eventual Champion. milk, leaving teat placement uneven but still a second calver The final class, the Group of Three came from the three milk to be admired. cows.

My next for the Third Calved cows in milk came from the Royal Welsh Champion Gelli Dicoverer Jill, she came into the My congratulations go to the exhibitors and my thanks to my Sterard and the Welsh Dairy Show for such a wonderful day.

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UK Dairy Day | 17th September 2014

| Judge: J Gribbon

Heifer in milk 1st Rob Kite Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2 2nd John Hayward Hooton Rosette 2 3rd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Lady Walton 15 4th G and B Bell Irthingvale Watzon Wildmaid 5th G and PS Fleetwood Hutchinwood Lido Charlotte

Senior cow in milk 1st Messrs Madeley & Morgan Rodway Red Rose 36 2nd John Hayward Rodway Lady Laura 72 3rd RW Harper & Partner Irthingvale Watzon Meg 4th G & PS Fleetwood Hutchinwood Kian Sweetrose 15 5th IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gentle 76

Junior cow in milk 1st G and B Bell Irthingvale Watzon Tulip 2nd IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gentle 87 3rd John Hayward Hooton Pearl 11 4th G and PS Fleetwood Hutchinwood Sweetrose 21 5th Neil Madeley Nejay Bontje 3

Champion:

G & B Bell

Irthingvale Watzon Tulip

Reserve Champion:

Rob Kite

Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2

Honourable Mention:

IRG Collins & Partners Churchroyd Gentle 87

Champion: Irthingvale Watzon Tulip from G & B Bell

Reserve Champion: Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2 from Rob Kite

Junior Cow takes title at UK Dairy Day

She has been undefeated in her class both as a calf and now in milk having been reserve champion at Newport and reserve interbreed heifer at Nantwich Shows. “I am looking forward to seeing this heifer as she gets older.

She is a very well balanced heifer and won the strongest class,” explained Mr Gribbon. The Collins family stood honourable mention with their second place junior cow Churchroyd Gentle 87. In her second lactation this Churchroyd King Kong daughter is out of Churchroyd Gentle 75, a Raypel Lindio Red daughter. Three weeks fresh she is giving 42kg and was champion heifer at the South West Dairy Show 2013. Winning the mature class was the sixth calved Rodway Red Rose 36, a Kingsdale Lilly’s Rebel daughter from Neil and Rachel Madley and Rob Morgan. Classified Ex91 she is out of Rodway Red Rose 19, a Wreay Red Duke daughter.

The first UK Dairy Day at Telford saw an entry of 21 milking Dairy Shorthorns come in front of judge John Gribbon. Taking the championship ribbons in a high quality line-up was the junior cow Irthingvale Watzon Tulip from Graham and Barbara Bell. Sired by Drisgol Watzon she is out of Irthingvale Rebel Tulip, an Irthingvale Lillian’s Rebel daughter. Fresh at the end of July in her third lactation she was shown giving 45kg a day and stood champion at Oswestry Show earlier in the year. John Gribbon commented: “My champion was a handy winner, I admired her dairy qualities throughout and particularly her well attached udder.”

Standing reserve to her was Rob Kite’s heifer Cotonhall Lady Barrington 2. She calved in April at 22 months old and is currently giving 31kg. This Sir Ridgedal Rustler Red daughter is out of the Innisfail Prince of Diamonds sired dam Rodway Lady Barrington 29.

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Judges report from John Gribbon With numbers of entries exceeding all the other coloured breeds together classes were difficult to win for all the breeders and show teams at this the first Dairy Day at the Telford Exhibition Centre. With a large crowd Shorthorn heifers in milk were first in the ring and what a class 10 entries with quality right down the line. Leading the way a great young heifer having style, balance, and the best udder in class. She was a handy winner showing more width of front end and better locomotion over the big long dairy heifer in second place. This heifer had too much length and body for another good heifer in third place. A heifer with a tight udder and more dairy than the stronger heifer in fourth. Right down some very nice heifers a credit to the breed.

Another strong class of young cows was led by a great young cow, full of quality right through and great breed character. Leading the way having the best udder in class and also great locomotion she just had to much quality of dairyness, udder over a similar cow in second place.

Number two a similar type to the winner showed me more breed character and stronger front end than the big cow in third place who just out powered another good cow in fourth place.

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Senior cows gave me the biggest problem of the day with many different placings possible. Finally six lactations, great power and strength gave my winner the laurels. This cow a true type with an udder full of milk and using her legs and feet so well for an eight year old cow. She had a big advantage in the amount of milk she was carrying over a similar type cow in second place. This cow could have carried more milk but breed character and locomotion gave her the advantage over the cows in third and fourth place. A word for the cow in fifth place, the best udder by far but could have been on a cow with more stretch and body capacity, another time, another judge comes to mind. Championship time and the first Dairy day winner.

My decision was made easy on the day with the great young cow finding her way to the top for many reasons, true type, udder and great locomotion. Reserve a more difficult call but just gave the heifer the advantage for being so young and having that wow factor for the future.

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Calf Born between 01/01/13 and 30/04/13 (7 entries) 1st Shaunlea Geri 3 Shaun Dixon 2nd Churchroyd Gwen 16 IRG Collins & Partners 3rd Churchroyd Strawberry 8 IRG Collins & Partners

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