Involved For The Jerseys

Ian Richards never let a chance go by when it came to promoting Jersey cows and his local club.

When the South Gippsland Jersey Breeders Club was hosting the Jersey Australia AGM, Ian was determined to make it a success.

“Ian was one of the drivers behind that,” president Chris MacKenzie said. “He went so far as to say he would drive across the state to pick up cattle for that sale to make sure it was a success.” That sort of commitment earnt Ian a Distinguished Service Award that was presented during this year’s AGM awards dinner.

Chris said that Ian showed the leadership qualities and drive to make things a success and to keep his local club active.

“He’s the kind of person who drives something they believe in and want to see come into reality; someone who just gets on and does things.”

His service to the Jersey breed through the South Gippsland Club includes two terms as president for 11 years as secretary.

“He had a go at every job in his local club and he also became involved in state committee and during that time took on leadership roles, including president, and served there for many years,” Chris said.

During his time with the South Gippsland club, Ian set a goal to celebrate 100 years of service as a Jersey Breeders Club. “I can remember sitting with Ian and others on the Victorian club as Ian made sure that happened,” Chris said. “It came to be and was a great event.”

“It’s people like Ian who put their hand up to be involved that make it all worthwhile.”

For Ian the Distinguished Service Award was a great honour.

“I appreciate this and didn’t expect it, but I haven’t been involved for this – I’ve been involved for the Jerseys,” he said.

Ian’s long-standing family farm Somersleigh Jerseys is based at Dumbalk Victoria.

Ian shares his award with wife Joy during the presentation.

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