Last week we classified our herd for the American Guernsey Association. It’s an important and long day looking at every cow in our herd. Classification scores are an objective collection of information on the type characteristics that are important to the success of a dairy cow. Type, is the “beauty” side of the cow, what […]
Classification – May 2015
Classification yesterday. Welcomed Challenge Spirit as our new Excellent. Spirit was the 2014 Oregon State Fair Grand and Sr. Champion. Other highlights of the day include Aaron Mardi at permanent EX90. Grumpy Rowan on her second lactation moves to VG88 along with Aaron Anna. VG87 now includes Grumpy Bluesky, Yogi Kaylena, Alstar Lucky and Yogi […]
Classification – Jan 2014
Well I don’t think we could have asked for a better classification day! The sun came out for the first time in weeks and the scores were exciting. No better way for my Dad, Alan to spend his birthday! We added two new Excellents: Abiqua Acres Aaron Marcena and Abiqua Acres Aaron Mardi 6 more […]
Classification – Feb. 2013
Saturday Feb. 16, 2013 the classifier from the American Guernsey Association came to evaluate our herd. Luckily the weather held almost all day, with only one major downpour. Although it was cold, we had a great day! Here are some highlights and high scores from our herd: 1st Lactation Standouts: Abiqua Acres Yogi Briar: VG-85 […]