Jersey Newsletter – October 2024
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting took place in Hamilton and via zoom on 26 September 2024.
- Julie Pirie and Tony Landers have been re-elected as President and Vice-President respectively.
- The three Notices of Motion as printed in the Annual Report were passed.
- Independent Directors Fiona Carrick and Brent Baldwin were both appointed for two-year terms.
- Fiona Carrick is now the Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee, all other Committee Convenors remain the same (full Committees will be updated onto the website in coming weeks as all Committee members are confirmed.)
2025 JerseyNZ Annual Conference
Save the date! 1st – 3rd April 2025, DoubleTree Hilton, Karaka
We are looking forward to hosting JerseyNZ members a Conference that will be themed around ‘The Right Balance’. The Conference will bring together industry leaders and enthusiasts and will include interesting keynote speakers and a Fielday that will showcase the Jersey breed on Donald’s Farm.
The Conference this year, will be slightly different in terms of timing. The Conference will kick off at midday on the 1st of April and conclude on the afternoon of the 3rd. This schedule has been designed to help reduce costs for our members as only two nights of accommodation will be required. We’re excited to offer this streamlined event, while still delivering the same valuable content and experiences.
Keep an eye on emails and our website and Facebook page for more details and registrations.
WJCB Tour 2025
World Jersey in partnership with Jersey Australia is excited and proud to announce the 2025 World Jersey Annual Conference in April 2025 from the 6th to the 21st April 2025. Registrations are now open online and you can discover the great program that Jersey Australia has prepared for you. It’s a unique opportunity to bring together Jersey enthusiasts from across Australia and the world.
Online program : https://jersey.com.au/2025-world-jersey-conference/
Online registrations : https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1290698
Online brochure : https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/36vxuogui70ag0vxh65mx/WJCB-JA-Conference-Brochure-F-HR.pdf?rlkey=ksvwyy391d5kb0heemipjr489&dl=0
World Jersey looks forward to welcoming you to Australia for this special event.
Jersey Focus
Advertising in our November issue of the Jersey Focus is still available! Email info@jersey.org.nz to book your space by the end of this week. Our November issue will feature survey results from our recent Jersey Focus member survey, interesting member articles and all the regular features.
As of 2025, we will be reverting to publishing the magazine in March and September. Keep an eye out for advertising bookings in the new year.
Jersey Future – Late Pack Available
Are you still looking for a great deal on semen, with a background of solid depth & performance, outstanding team averages for gBW, fertility, Udder Overall, Capacity and Dairy Conformation? Look no further than JERSEY FUTURE!
With semen collections on the Jersey Future bulls now complete, we are delighted to be able to offer the following bulls in a late pack
324202 Lynbrook Tikka Glenorchy-P
324203 Glanton Taonui Boulder-ET
324204 Glenui Orsim Sirprise-ET
324206 Okura Julian Luger
324207 Williams Julian Isaiah
324209 Lynbrook Definition Brooklyn
- Limited straws available
- Semen available NOW
- Standard pack price of $12.00 + GST per straw applies if all 6 bulls are ordered, otherwise the individual price of $14.50 + GST applies
- All standard terms & conditions as printed in the 2024 Jersey Future catalogue apply
ORDER HERE:
https://www.jersey.org.nz/jersey-future/
We believe Jersey Future is unmatched for value.
Please support JERSEY FUTURE – YOUR FUTURE
JerseyGenome™
2024 born nominations
We are now calling for 2024-born nominations to be sent to us for the 2025 JerseyGenome™ team. This requires a DNA sample to be sent to the JerseyNZ office, please see instructions below:
1. Complete the form attached to this email (this must accompany each DNA sample)
2. Take a wet tissue sample and ensure each DNA sample corresponds with the barcode on the side of each unit
3. Place samples in a zip lock bag before placing in an envelope
4. Post to JerseyNZ, PO Box 1132, Hamilton 3240 or courier to JerseyNZ, 290 Tristram Street, Hamilton 3204
2022 Team – Graduations
Members with animals in the 2022 JerseyGenome™ team have been emailed their graduation results for those animals that have met the graduation criteria. Our congratulations go to these members and thank you for being part of the programme. Full graduation results will be released to members in the near future.
For more information about our highly successful JerseyGenome™ programme check out https://www.jersey.org.nz/jersey-genome/
Semex On Farm Challenge
The Semex National Jersey On Farm Challenge will once again be judged on farm. This year’s Competition will see judge Vince Steiner travel the country to view Jerseys put forward by members of all herd sizes. At the conclusion of judging, results will be analysed and Regional results announced six weeks after receiving results at the JerseyNZ office. Presentations will be made at the Annual Conference in Karaka in early April, 2025.
NEW FOR 2024/25:
Regions: The 2024/25 Semex National Jersey On Farm Challenge will see a change to regions, with the five new regions as follows:
- Northland/Coromandel/BOP
- North Waikato
- South Waikato
- Lower North Island
- South Island (entire)
Team Classes – the Fauvel Trophy will be awarded to the highest pointed cow in the National Teams Challenge, and we are honoured to announce that a new Trophy – the Richard Gibson Memorial Challenge Trophy will be awarded to the overall Teams winner.
Thank you to our continued sponsors – Semex New Zealand.
To enter this year’s Challenge, click the following link or download the attached entry form
https://www.jersey.org.nz/semex-on-farm-challenge/
Animal Ownership/Transfer Exclusion
Members are reminded that the default in the database is that the pedigree ownership of an animal will automatically transfer with a location transfer
- If you own an animal in another members (or family members) herd, please ensure that we are advised so that the correct pedigree ownership participant can be added to the animal’s record
- Where an animal is NOT to have pedigree ownership changed if the location is changed, please also contact us prior to the location change. We can set a ‘transfer exclusion flag’ to ensure that the pedigree ownership does not change when/if the location does.
- You will then need to keep us updated on any further pedigree ownership changes so that we can manage these for you
JerseyNZ relies on members providing correct pedigree ownership information, and takes no responsibility where incorrect details are printed in publications where the correct information has not been provided.
Herd Book & Production Register
As reported to members previously, issues outside our control meant that we have not yet published the Herd Book & Production Registers for 2022 and 2023. Once the data became available in BreedIT in early 2024, workload issues pushed out publication and then the reporting function in BreedIT was unavailable for some time as the reports were being updated. Just as they became available, we were affected by the LIC parentage updates that took place in July/August 2024. We are now working through the registration status updates on affected animals to ensure that the data printed in the Herd Book & Production Register is correct, and expect the 2022 – 2024 volumes to be issued by Christmas.
Merchandise
We have some exciting news with the gift-giving season approaching on the horizon! A new JerseyNZ merchandise order has been made and limited sizes of stock are available from the office. We have everything from hoodies to bags to caps that are fantastic for the upcoming sunny weather!!
Limited stock and sizes available of the following merchandise:
- JerseyNZ polos – $45.00 each exl GST
- Future is Golden polos – $45.00 each exl GST
- Hoodies – Future is Golden – $75.00 each (Adults and Youth sizes available) exl GST
- Jute bags – $25.00 each exl GST
- Caps – $25.00 each exl GST
- Calendars – $25.00 each incl GST
We are taking orders now, so get in quick before we sell out!
- Limited sizes are available – please enquire to see if we will have your required size(s) available
- Postage and packing charges will apply
- Members of JerseyNZ will receive an invoice on their account. Non-members of JerseyNZ will be required to pay their invoice before items are sent
- Overseas orders will incur the appropriate courier charges, and these will be emailed to you before sending
Place your merchandise order here:
https://www.jersey.org.nz/jersey-merchandise/
For Calendar orders head to:
https://www.jersey.org.nz/jersey-calendar/
Youth Trophies
Three youth-based trophies are available this season for JerseyNZ youth members. Yvonne’s Challenge Trophy and the Arahina Cup will be presented at the NZ Dairy Event and the NZJCBA Youth Camp Cup will be presented at the National All Breeds Youth Camp.
Yvonne’s Challenge Trophy
- Young Handler Class (Jersey section) at NZ Dairy Event
- Open to members of JerseyNZ only
- Jersey calf or yearling only
- One class for entrants up to 30 years of age as at 1 January
- Entries to info@jersey.org.nz
- Entries will also be taken on the day
- Trophy presentation will be made at the JerseyNZ Annual Conference (with a keepsake mini trophy presented on the day)
Arahina Cup – Futurity Stakes – two year old class at NZ Dairy Event Futurity class purchased through the ‘Next Generation’ Sale.
- Presented to the highest placed Jersey animal
- Trophy presentation will be made at the JerseyNZ Annual Conference (with a keepsake mini trophy presented on the day)
NZJCBA Youth Camp Cup – for greatest contribution
Presented to the JerseyNZ member who has made the greatest contribution at the National All Breeds Youth Camp hosted by Holstein Friesian New Zealand in January annually, as chosen by the camp leaders and judge. Trophy presentation will be made at the JerseyNZ Annual Conference.
Murray Harnett Challenge – Young Judge Competition
The Jersey Young Judge Competition for the Murray Harnett Challenge will take place at NZ Dairy Event on the morning of Monday 20 January 2025. Entry is open to members 30 years of age or under as at 1 October. First and second placegetters will be eligible to compete in the World Wide Sires All Breeds Young Judge competition later the same day, and are expected to make themselves available to represent JerseyNZ. Previous winners of the All Breeds competition cannot enter.
This is a wonderful opportunity for younger members to develop & finetune their judging skills. Please contact the JerseyNZ office on info@jersey.org.nz by 20 December 2024 to express your interest.
Show Season 2024/25
- The North Island Championships will be held at NZ Dairy Event on 20 – 22 January 2025
- The South Island Championship will be presented as part of the Semex On Farm Challenge
- The NZ Dairy Event will be held at Manfield Park, Feilding on 20-22 January 2025
The office team can’t get to all of the shows, please keep your photos coming in to us so that we can continue to publicise the breed through show results. Getting the best of the best in front of farmers!
Please remember that animals exhibited by JerseyNZ members should be registered with JerseyNZ (or be eligible for registration if under one year of age), be a minimum of J14 on BreedIT and show true Jersey characteristics. Members are also asked to familiarise themselves with the RAS All Dairy Breeds Code of Show Ethics, available to view at Our Rules, Regulations and Policies – Royal Agricultural Society New Zealand (ras.org.nz).
Registration name reminder
JerseyNZ would like to take this opportunity to remind members that when purchasing animals and/or semen that the marketing of a ‘name’ does not necessarily mean that an animal is registered with JerseyNZ. If a three generation pedigree is provided, a registered animal will be noted as PJ or SJ, the pedigree will carry the JerseyNZ logo and state REGISTERED JERSEY. If you are unsure, please confirm with the appropriate vendor.
TOP ride-along
We are always on the lookout for new TOP inspectors and it’s not too late to check out what life as a TOP Inspector is all about. If you are interested in spending a day in the field in your local area, please contact Alayna. This is an ideal opportunity to see the work in progress and learn more about becoming a certified inspector.
Postal address
Do you have something to post to JerseyNZ? Please make sure you use our P O Box number as NZ Post will not deliver to our street address.
Unpaid Registrations Policy
Members are reminded that any members who have not paid registration invoices within three months of the invoice being sent will be contacted regarding payment. If the registrations remain unpaid one month later the animals affected will be de-registered.
National All Breeds Youth Camp
Save the Date! The 2025 World Wide Sires National All Dairy Breeds Youth Camp will be held in Gore on January 4th-7th, 2025.
We will share more information with members as it comes to hand.
Three Generation Pedigrees
Three Generation Pedigrees can now be ordered via the JerseyNZ website https://www.jersey.org.nz/three-generation-pedigrees/
To order pedigrees please visit the link attached or contact our office at info@jersey.org.nz or 07 856 0731
Newsletter Attachments
If you are receiving this newsletter by post, all entry forms and attachments can be downloaded from the website, or posted from the office on request.
Member Communications
Electronic notifications are a great way to keep abreast of all our communications to you. Where we have your e-mail address, and you have NOT previously advised us that you don’t wish to receive mail electronically, we will use this.
There are some great benefits to using electronic notifications – you will receive notifications immediately, it saves on printing and postage expenses for the Association, and it’s better for the environment! You can manage your requirements with a simple phone call or e-mail to the office. Contact Alayna at info@jersey.org.nz or call 07 856 0731 (9am – 4pm Monday – Friday).