We Are #ONEawss!
You know one of the greatest things about sporting events is the overwhelming unity you can experience. At any major football game or soccer match, and you'll find all kinds of fans cheering for the same team and the same outcome. And if that team wins, EVERYONE celebrates! {Continue Reading...}
Kevin Jorgensen, Holstein Sire Analyst , Select Sires Inc.
Holstein Sire Analyst for Select Sires, Kevin Jorgensen, has been busy this year traveling across the U.S. and Canada, seeing hundreds of daughters of Select Sires' bulls...and he's taking us along on the trip!
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David Bowie made the word "Changes" famous in a 1970s hit, and it's still relevant today! New changes are coming with the release of sire summary information next week, and we thought you'd want to be in the know!
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Genetic Improvement-Are you moving fast enough?
Lyle Kruse, V.P. U.S. Market Development, Select Sires Inc.
Since the availability of genomic predictions in 2009, the pace of genetic improvement for Holstein cows in the U.S. has accelerated at a significant pace compared to the pre-genomic era. Keeping up may be overwhelming, but Select Sires can help you meet the challenge.
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Sexed Semen in the Summer?
It has been an uncomfortable summer in California's central valley for many of the region's over 1.5 million dairy cows. July is typically the hottest month, with its first two weeks averaging between 97 and 101 degrees this year. Regardless of these extreme heat waves, Calori-D Holsteins in Denair, California has proven to be an oasis in the valley heat.
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You!
It's that time of year again when All West looks to add dynamic, forward-thinking people to the Board. We could tell you all the things that are part of being an All West Board member, but why don't we focus on telling you what's NOT part of the deal?
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so please watch your mailboxes for details on how to get more involved. Because the only thing that's missing from our plan to continue growth and profitability at All West is....YOU!
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For those that haven't "tuned in" to our YouTube Channel, All West/Select Sires, here's what you've been missing!
*Some big changes have been made since the last sire summary. As of July 1, 2017, Select Sires Inc. joined forces with Accelerated Genetics nationwide. Their strength has come from their Jersey lineup in recent years, their animal health care product sales and their tremendous international loyalty that has grown through their partial ownership of World Wide Sires. Watch the exciting video announcement directly from All West/Select Sires General Manager and CEO, Jim Wells, as he discusses the positive changes that this merge will bring to All West Territory and beyond!
Select Sires Inc. and Accelerated Genetics Joins Forces
*There has been lots of communication coming from Select Sires staff regarding the recent merge of Select Sires Inc. and Accelerated Genetics, but what do our customers think? Ahlem Farm Partnership Registered Jerseys graciously let us spend time with their genetic advisor, Jonathan Ahlem, to discuss this topic and more. What Jersey bulls would he recommend? What benefits does he see coming from the recent merger? Watch to find out!
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The 4-1-1 on April proofs
Monday 8/7 Official Holstein/CDCB/HA genomic evaluation for type data for April 2017 lineup bulls, genomic young sires & potential graduates releasedTuesday 8/8 www.holsteinusa.com ) and JPI listing available ( www.usjersey.com ) New graduate pedigrees available ( www.allwestselectsires.com ) Wednesday 8/9 Thursday 8/10 www.holsteinusa.com ) New graduates news release posted ( www.allwestselectsires.com ) Wednesday 8/16 www.allwestselectsires.com )
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All West/Select Sires Calendar of Events
Aug. 8 Sire Summary Release Date
Sep. 6 Firebaugh, CA Silveira Bros. 'Partners for Excellence' Angus & Red Angus Bull Sale
Sep. 8 Modesto, CA MidValley Bull Sale
Sep. 15 Gerber, CA Tehama Angus 'Generations of Performance' Bull Sale
Sep. 21 Denair, CA Rancho Casino/Dal Porto Livestock Bull Sale
Sep. 22-Oct. 1 Yakima, WA Central Washington State Fair
Oct. 3-7 Madison, WI World Dairy Expo
Oct. 6 Pismo Beach, CA Teixeira Cattle Company's Sale by the Sea
Oct. 14-21 Billings, MT Northern International Livestock Exposition
Oct. 31-Nov. 17 Louisville, KY North American International Livestock Exposition
Nov. 3-12 Toronto, ON Canada Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Nov. 4 Louisville, KY 60th Pot O'Gold Sale
Nov. 5 Louisville, KY 65th All American Jersey Sale
Nov. 8-9 Reno, NV Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) Annual Meeting
Dec. 5 Sire Summary Release Date
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Giving you a CHOICE {Continue Reading}
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Be sure to check our Facebook and Instagram pages for new daughter photos and additional proof information!
