Welcome

The California Holstein Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving members and Holstein enthusiasts throughout the state. Our mission is to promote Holstein genetics, facilitate networking opportunities, and foster youth development.

Holstein USA just released their 2024 list of cows qualifying for Elite Performer Award!

See the winners from California here

On-Farm Challenge
Showcase your herd favorites as you see them everyday!

CANCELLED due to uptick in confirmed HPAI cases in CA. Out of respect to our members' herd biosecurity, the board has opted to postpose On-Farm Challenge debut until next fall.

HOW ON-FARM CHALLENGE WORKS:

Official judge will come to your farm at an arranged time and evaluate the cows that are entered. Snapshots will be taken of animals presented to use in the awards and in case the judge needs a refresher while compiling placings. After visiting all farms and seeing all entries the judge will then select winners from each age class, as well as Champions. A fun, low stress way to show off your favorite cows!

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 within the past 2 years can be entered. (This includes CA State Show, CA State Fair, Western Classic, Western Showcase, Western Spring National, World Dairy Expo)