We are happy to recognize the hard work of MN & SD breeders and celebrate the exceptional quality of Holsteins in the barns. Submissions open Jan 1, 2025 and close Monday, February 10, 2025.
Awards: class winners, reserve champions, and our grand champion. Awards and placings will be given at the All Breeds Convention on Saturday, March 8, 2025 in Willmar, Minn. The winner will receive a free half page advertisement in June and each class winner will receive a cash award!
Participation Guidelines:
– Cows can be washed; however, full clipping is not necessary.
– Please avoid bagging—entries should have no more than 12-13 hours of milk.
– All entries must be registered in the Holstein USA herdbook.
– Professional photos will not be accepted.
– Owners must be members of the Minnesota Holstein Association or MJHA.
– In an effort to recognize cows that have not competed in the show ring, no animals that have shown on the state or national level in milking form within the past 2 years can be entered. This includes MN district shows, MN State Show, Midwest Fall National, and World Dairy Expo. Animals previously shown as heifers but not as a lactating cow may be entered.
– Limit of three photos per entry (side profile and rear udder shots are preferred).
– Limit of 3 entries per class.
– Animals need to be bred and owned by a paid MHA member and animal must reside in either Minnesota or South Dakota.