YDJM & DJM 14- Run for the Board/County Roll Call 15- National Convention

THE DJM and YDJM PROGRAM

DJM - Distinguished Junior Member

The Distinguished Junior Member award recognizes 17-21 year olds who have excelled in preparing for their life's work, while contributing to their local and state Holstein activities. Established in 1922, this contest is the longest running Holstein youth program, and is the highest honor that can be given to a Junior Holstein member. There is no limit to the number of applications each state can send. Contestants prepare entry books summarizing their Junior Holstein activities and provide their views on current industry topics. Twelve semifinalists are chosen to attend the National Holstein Convention, where six Distinguished Junior Member finalists are selected. The top six DJMs receive an annual renewed adult membership with the Holstein Association USA, Inc.

PLEASE REFER TO THE HOLSTEIN USA WEBSITE TO ACCESS THE APPLICATION APPLICATIONS ARE TO THE MINNESOTA HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION OFFICE BY FEBRUARY 1ST AND THAN APPLICATIONS ARE SENT TO THE NATIONAL LEVEL ON MARCH 1ST.

YDJM - Young Distinguished Junior Member

Similar to the Distinguished Junior Member contest, the Young Distinguished Junior Member award recognizes 9-16 year olds for their accomplishments working with Holsteins, achievements and leadership in Holstein activities, as well as school and community involvement. The top individuals are honored at National Holstein Convention.

PLEASE REFER TO THE HOLSTEIN USA WEBSITE TO ACCESS THE APPLICATION APPLICATIONS ARE TO THE MINNESOTA HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION OFFICE BY FEBRUARY 1ST AND THAN APPLICATIONS ARE SENT TO THE NATIONAL LEVEL ON MARCH 1ST.

Run for the MJHA Board

Are you looking to get more involved? Do you have a love for cows, especially the Holstein breed? Do you have a good work ethic? Older members have the exciting opportunity to run for the MJHA Board! If you would like to get more involved with the MJHA, the board is a great opportunity for you.

The MJHA board consists of youth who are responsible and dedicated individuals that work together planning events throughout the year for junior members such as: clipping and fitting workshops, state show, lunch stands, Ag Olympics, and All-Breeds Convention. Serving on the board is fun, and it's a great way to develop lasting friendships with those who share the common interest - cows! If you run for the board, simply take the fill out an application at convention if you meet the criteria, you are than considered a board member candidate. You must be 16 years of age or older to apply. Candidates will be asked to give a brief introduction, stating why they would like to become a member of the MJHA board. Remember that you must be a paid member to run for the board! Please think hard before running for the board, this is not an easy task that takes great dedication and hard work. It is not a popularity contest nor is it just another board to be apart of. It requires time and effort to be successful. Elections will be

held on the last day of convention, Sunday, March 20th during the annual business

meeting. If you have any questions, contact the MJHA Baord or our MJHA Facebook page!

County Roll Call

Get your creative minds together and start planning your club roll call! Saturday morning, each club is required to introduce themselves and prepare a very short skit, song, or anything they can think of to represent their club well.

National Holstein Convention 2022

JUNE 27th-JULY 1st, 2022

The 2022 convention will be hosted by us, the Minnesota Holstein Association and Minnesota Junior Holstein Association! It will be held in Sioux Falls, SD.

IMPORTANT EVENTS FOR JUNIORS AT CONVENTION:

June 27th - Junior Welcome June 28th - Dairy Jeopardy and Speech Contests, Welcome Reception June 29th - Farm tours and Junior Fun Tour, Chris Koch speaker June 30th - Dairy Bowl Contest, Junior Fun Night July 1st - Dairy Bowl Finals and Junior Banquet

Who: Any junior member can attend, increase your chances by participating in contests at the All-Breeds Convention to hopefully compete at the national convention Where: Sheraton Sioux Falls & Convention Center, Sioux Falls South Dakota - 1211 N W Ave, Sioux Falls SD 57104

** If any junior members are interested in helping out with convention planning please contact Kris Gruenes or the MJHA office ASAP **

State Show

This years Minnesota State Holstein Show will be held in Perham, Minnesota on June 13th-18th in 2022. More information will be sent out later, but be sure to check out the awesome opportunities that state show has for junior members throughout the state.