Class 6 - Dairy Herd (6a) Black and White OR (6b) Coloured
Conditions
The complete herd of cows/heifers in-milk and also dry cows is to be presented for judging. Open to all breeds, commercial or pedigree. There are two separate classes 6(a) BLACK AND WHITE HERD and 6 (b) COLOURED HERD
Dates
- First week June Judging will take Place
- The Winner and runner up of this class will qualify for the premier dairy herd class which will be judged during the last week June
- TBC - Annual Presentation of Awards Dinner
Assessment
The judge will award marks for each of the following aspects:-
6a - Pedigree and Commercial BLACK AND WHITE HERD- Insepection.
- Breeding/Replacement policy.
- Health and Disease Management
- Herd Management and Performance Figures.
- Same Criteria as above.
Points will also be awarded for presentation and co-operation.
Awards
The winner and runner up of ecah class shall progress into the "Premier Herd" the following year
In addition, painted oak shields are presented as permanent mementos to the first three placings in each class.
Notes
- No herd may enter both classes in the same year.
- Competitors are limited to one entry each.
- Any herd winning class7 for two consecutive years will not be eligible to enter that class the following year but may enter the year after.
- The winner and runner up of both classes are then to compete in the "Premier Herd" the same year
Cost & Payment
By submitting the below entry form you agree to abide by the decision of the Judge and Committee & pay the £10.00 entrance fee.
Payment by PayPal is preferred as its quick, easy, secure and your entry will be confirmed by email to both yourself & the administrators of Cheshire farm Competition.
Individual Registration
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