ABOUT US
The Iowa Holstein Association is a membership organization since 1886 and is now 516 members strong. Our purpose is to promote registered Holstein cattle and its breeders and owners within the state of Iowa.
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The mission of the Iowa Holstein Association is to act concurrently with the National Association in the promotion and development of registered Holstein cattle. (Adopted by the Iowa Holstein Association Board of Directors, March 15, 2003)
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By being a member of our organization you are provided with the opportunity of the following: recognition, shows, promotion, publication, adult and youth convention, scholarship, distinguished service award, master breeder award, outstanding young holstein breeder award and so much more!
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
GENOSOURCE
Sponsor Spotlight
GenoSource was created in 2014 by dairymen, for dairymen. With our deep history in the dairy industry, we had one goal in mind and that was to develop a more efficient and profitable cow. Through industry advancements and thoroughly thought-out breeding and embryo programs, we were able to do just that! Having successfully bred heifers and bulls over +3300 GTPI and +1450 NM$ has been a huge milestone for the GenoSource team.
President's Perspective
Hello Iowa Holstein Friends,
​Summer has sped by quickly - hope everyone has enjoyed the nice weather and all the summer activities!
I want to extend a big thank you to everyone who helped coordinate our State Show and to those who exhibited. The event, hosted in West Union this July, was a great success! The weather, attendance, show numbers, and overall quality were all fantastic. Thank you to
everyone who joined us, we’re already looking forward to next summer’s show!
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Recently, we hosted our fall picnic at Genosource in Blairstown. A big thank you to Genosource for welcoming us and inviting all to attend. It’s such an innovative, state-of-the-art farm that leads our breed forward!
Looking ahead to next year, we’re excited to build an active member base that participates in our committees to help ensure our juniors, shows, and sales all run smoothly. If you’re wondering how to get involved, feel free to reach out to any board member.
Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable fall!
Thank you,
Paul​
MEET OUR 2024-2026 PRINCESS
Kaitlyn Besler is the daughter of Alan and Jill Besler of Worthington. She is a senior at Beckman Catholic High School. Kaitlyn's involvement with dairy began when she joined 4-H in 4th grade. At this time, Kaitlyn wanted to show dairy animals at the Delaware County Fair and she began a 4-H animal leasing agreement with her great uncle, Duane Gibbs. For the past 7 years, Kaitlyn has housed and cared for her dairy project animals on their farm from May - August. She enjoys showing at the county fair, District 8 Holstein show, Iowa Holstein State Show, and the Youth Dairy Classic.
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Kaitlyn is also involved in FFA, serving as the chapter Vice President. She is a member of the North Fork Kats 4-H club where she currently serves as the club President. At the county level, Kaitlyn is a member of the Delaware County 4-H Council. She runs varsity track, sings in the church choir, and was recently inducted into the National Honor Society. Kaitlyn was also awarded the 2024 Top of the Class Scholar at Beckman Catholic. When Kaitlyn is not busy with school and extracurricular activities, she enjoys being a big sister to her four siblings.
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Kaitlyn is looking forward to serving the Iowa Holstein Association and being a positive representative for the dairy industry.
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If you would like to have Kaitlyn attend one of your events please feel free to reach out to her via email at: 25kbesler@beckman.pvt.k12.ia.us or by phone at: 563-451-3843​​
