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Holstein UK

 We are a member-owned organisation dedicated to innovation and quality and are driven to continuously improve the services we offer 

Holstein UK is Europe’s largest independent dairy breed society offering a range of services to the dairy industry, focused on improving the genetics and profitability of the Holstein and British Friesian breeds. Owned by its members, the Society is dedicated to assisting Holstein and British Friesian dairy farmers to breed profitable, robust and productive dairy cattle. Holstein UK aims to aid its members going forward by highlighting the traceability, authenticity and quality of registered cattle. 

We would like to inform you of scheduled computer downtime and unavailability of services on Monday 22nd April 2024 between 6pm and 10pm. The IT team will be performing essential upgrades to ensure the continued reliability and security of our systems. As a result, access to our online services, websites, and other computer-based resources will be temporarily unavailable. We understand the inconvenience this may cause, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

The Holstein UK Group

   
The Cattle Information Service (CIS) is the UK's leading milk recording and health testing organisation operating a state-of-the-art laboratory.     National Bovine Data Centre (NBDC) provides Herdbook registration, classification and genomic testing services for pedigree dairy and beef cattle breed societies in the UK.   Holstein Young Breeders provides activities for young dairy farmers as a means of promoting, learning and providing new experiences.
   
Approved Registered Cattle (ARC) offers members access to the best priced cattle tags and provides assured traceability through DNA testing.   The British Friesian Breeders Club was formed in 1990 to promote and encourage the best of British Friesians.   UK Dairy Day is an event to attend for anyone connected to the dairy industry providing an opportunity to network, share knowledge and learn.

 

Latest News

02 Apr 2024

It is with great pleasure that we announce the winners of the Holstein UK Master Breeder Awards for 2024.

02 Apr 2024

A continued strong lead by the Holstein sire, Genosource Captain.

02 Apr 2024

Sons of Genosource Captain now dominate amongst young genomic Holstein bulls, securing the first four positions in the ranking for Profitable Lifetime Index.