Here’s the group that just participated in the Select Sires Select Mating Service (SMS) Conference.

Each year SMS evaluators meet to discuss new technologies, recent trends and view progeny of current and potential Select sires, all with the customer in mind. NorthStar Cooperative Inc., Lansing, Mich., coordinated this year’s conference which was held in Wisconsin. “This year’s conference stands out as one of the best ever. In each and every herd we saw young cows with near-perfect udders and feet and legs, plus we had the privilege to meet outstanding dairy producers that are proud of their breeding programs,” said Lon Peters, vice president dairy sire products and services for Select Sires. “The ability to see these daughters is extremely valuable in providing this staff of genetic consultants the knowledge that can enhance their ability to assist dairy producers around the world to breed better cows.” The first day of the conference included educational seminars presented by Select’s sire department and marketing staff, as well as Ron Long, consultant from Merial Limited.