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Polled gene test of GeneControl GmbH accepted

GeneControl invented a test for testing polled cattle of every breed. Due to its particular importance for cattle breeding, a validation for the most important breeds of cattle was carried out by the Association of South German cattle breeding and insemination organizations eV (ASR), the Federal Association of German beef cattle breeders and keepers Association (BDF) and the German Holstein Association (DHV).
The validation results of 180 anonymized samples with known Horn status (PP, Pp, PS, pp) led to no variation in results and therefore to a plausible status of Horn genotype, so that the genetic test can be considered suitable for all breeds. The price of the test is 27 €.
In March 2012, the assembly of the German Holstein Association (Deutscher Holstein Verband e.V. – DHV) has accepted the polled gene test of GeneControl GmbH.
Existing genetic tests remain valid only if they have the genetic test results of a security of at least 95%.

More Details: GeneControl GmbH.

E-Mail: genlab@tzfgen-bayern.de.

Paul Otto Grothe passed away

On 15th of April 2012, Dr Paul Otto Grothe passed away at the age of 85. Paul Grothe was the general manager of the German Black & White Breeders Association (VDS) from 1960 to 1992, before it became the German Holstein Association in 1996. When the European Confederation of Black & White Breeders’ (EHFC) was established in 1966, Paul Grothe was chosen to be its Secretary General. He held this position until his retirement in 1992. Paul Grothe was also an active member in the World Holstein-Friesian Federation (WHFF), having been instrumental in the Federation’s formation, and was a driving force behind the World Holstein Conferences, which have been taking place every four years since 1964. In all these positions, he had a significant impact on the development of the Association's activities as well as the Holstein breed itself. His national and international contacts have afforded him international recognition and renown.

The most popular bulls in 2011

The Association of German cattle breeders (ADR) has published the lists from the most widely used bulls of 2011. The evaluations are based on data of the vit Verden, the Institute for Animal Breeding of the ADR and LfL member organizations.

DHV-Board members reelected

The general assembly of the German Holstein Association (Deutscher Holstein Verband e.V. – DHV) has taken place in Leer on March 13th. Georg Geuecke from Attendorn and Heinrich Ruprecht from Stöckse have been reelected in their board positions. Since March 2011, Georg Geuecke is the President of the German Holstein Association. Heinrich Ruprecht was elected the same year as vice president.

SPAIN becomes new member of EuroGenomics

On 5^th of September 2011, CONAFE, the Spanish Confederation of Holstein Associations signed its partnership with EuroGenomics. CONAFE represents the Spanish Holstein breeding organisations, including the four Spanish AI companies. Also INIA, the National Institute of Agricultural Research, has become research partner and will benefit from the methods developed under the partnership.

Genomic German Bull Top List August 2011

With the breeding evaluation August 2011 a new Genomic German bull top lists is available.
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German Holstein Show

On June 9, after two years, the German Holstein Show 2011 traditionally took place in Oldenburg. More than 220 Holsteins and Red Holsteins from Germany, Austria and Luxembourg, faced up to the decisions of the judges Matthias Zens (Musweiler) and Markus Gerber (Switzerland). Both judges and more than 4,000 attendances confirmed the markedly high quality level at the national show. The captivating program as well included a very informative progeny showcase with 9 daughter groups on display. On Thursday the sensation was perfect, when the judges nominated, after 2009 for the second time, the Stormatic daughter Krista of Jörg Seeger and Windlooper Holsteins as Grand Champion. In the history of the German Holstein Show, never before the same cow has been nominated twice as Grand Champion.

DHV-Genetic Sale!

The DHV-Genetik Sale catalogue is now online. The DHV-Genetic Sale will be part of the German Holstein Show 2011. On Wendsday evening,  June 8 the DHV-Genetik will offer a broad range of interessting members from internationally cow families. There will be something for every philosophie.

 

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Genomic German Bull Top List April 2011

With the breeding evaluation April 2011 a new Genomic German bull top lists is available.
More information under Downloads.

DHV Chairman Geuecke

DHV Executive Board in 2011 with new cast

On 22 March 2011 the Annual General Assembly of the German Holstein Association (DHV) was held in Barleben/ Saxony-Anhalt. At his own request, President Helmut Knell, Alsfeld, retired after 15 years of dedicated and successful work for DHV. The General Assembly paid tribute to Mr Knell, who was elected the first President of DHV at the beginning of 1996. Under his presidency a number of groundbreaking decisions and important decisions were taken. These include among many others already in 1997 the introduction of the first Total Merit Index for the German Holstein Breed, the recruitment of a head classifier at DHV or the foundation of the EuroGenomic group.

George Geuecke (43), Attendorn, was elected as the new President. Already in 2008, Mr Geuecke was elected as DHV board member. He became vice president in 2010. Mr Geuecke, member of the board of Rinder-Union West eG, is running a family farm with 115 ha grass and crop land. He is managing a dairy herd of 60 cows and produces 2,800 fattening pigs per year. Over the last 20 years Mr Geuecke judged about 40 regional shows as well as nearly all state shows in Germany. In addition to the German National Holstein show 2003 and 2005 and several international shows, he also judged the Red Holstein contest at the All-European Championship 2004 in Brussels. Mr Geuecke has participated in several DHV judging workshops and since 2005, he is a member of the national judging panel. Since Germany is one of the leading Holstein countries we should focus on the requirements of our members as well as on the cooperation with our national and international partners. A stronger collaboration on European level is big challenge which we have to face in future, Geuecke says. He is aiming to further strengthen the position of DHV in Germany and abroad.

The General Assembly elected Heinrich Ruprecht, Stöckse, as vice president. Jörg Stubbemann, Delmenhorst, chairman of Weser-Ems-Union, was elected as a new Board member of DHV.
See enclosed picture (from left to right): Heinrich Ruprecht, Georg Geuecke, Helmut Knell, Jörg Stubbemann; missing: Dr. Edgar Coym.