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Holstein Connections
Welcome to Holstein Connections – where we share the latest stories, insights, and news from Holstein Association USA and beyond. The largest dairy cattle breed association in the world, Holstein Association USA provides leadership, information, and services to help dairy producers worldwide be successful. Whether you’re in the barn, on the road, or just tuning in for your dose of dairy news – we’re glad you’re here! This is Holstein Connections.
Holstein Connections
Latest Episodes
Whole Milk in Schools: Dairy Checkoff at Work in the Classroom
In this special National Dairy Month episode of Holstein Connections, Lolly Lesher, Way-Har Farms and chair of the National Dairy Board, and Katie Bambacht, Vice President of nutrition affairs for the National Dairy Council, share their insight...
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Driven to Improve: with Curtis Vanden Berge
Hear from Holstein Association USA’s 2026 Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder, Curtis Vanden Berge. Growing up on his family’s California dairy, Curtis developed an early passion for breeding better cows. By focusing on genetic progress and co...
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What to Expect at Holstein Horizons
Get ready for Holstein Horizons! In this episode, Jodi Hoynoski shares what to expect from this year’s educational sessions at the 2026 National Holstein Convention in Orlando, Florida.Taking place Tuesday, June 23, Holstein Horizons off...
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Introducing the Holstein Conformation Composite
The Holstein Conformation Composite (HCC) is a new selection tool designed to help breeders identify animals with the combination of conformation traits most closely associated with balance, functionality, and long-term durability. Directors Dw...
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2025 Star of the Breed: Oakfield Solomon Sunset-ET
The highest honor presented to a Registered Holstein, the Star of the Breed award recognizes a cow who excels in both type and production. Receiving the 2025 recognition from Holstein Association USA is Oakfield Solomon Sunset-ET EX-96 2E. Hear...
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