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Genomics has been used by Jersey breeders since 2007. Learn how to read the acronyms and have definitions for the unfamiliar terms. An understanding of the Genomic Evaluation Report will help you utilize genomics for apple-to-apple comparisons, read bull stats, determine your breeding goals, and decide who your best cattle are before they're in milk. Presented […]
PMJS board members will have a booth at the festival, which includes 25+ knowledgable industry speakers, demonstrations with skilled artisans and 200+ homestead related vendors, plus food vendors, a children's area and live music at lunch and each night.
Presented by: Purebred Mini Jersey Society Board Members If you've been all over the internet trying to get your questions answered then this is the webinar for you! We invite […]
Learn what documentation is needed to apply for registration with PMJS. Two tutorials are included to show where to find the application and how to purchase a registration. Presented by Lorinda Barnes, North Woods Homestead. Replay Class Resources
Learn to take great photos of your cattle. Whether you're promoting a cow for sale or taking registration photos, the tips in this class will improve your photo quality. Presented by: Sarah Milcetic, Better with Thyme
Quality hay should be the foundation for all dairy cattle nutrition. Learn what makes good hay and what to avoid, how much to buy and feed, how to get it home, and stack it for storage. Presented by PMJS and created by Lorinda Barnes of North Woods Homestead, ID.
Presented by Lorinda Barnes, North Woods Homestead Previously we learned about how to test our Purebred Mini Jerseys for common diseases. In this webinar learn about disease signs and symptoms, management and implications for milk consumption. Handout The PDF version of the presentation includes clickable links: Replay
There are many milking setups available to homesteaders, in this class learn about some of the options you can implement on your homestead.
If you've been wondering what you should be doing to protect your Mini Jersey dairy cows, then this is the webinar for you! We invite you to join a few PMJS Lifetime Members as we discuss external and internal parasite identification, as well as the natural and over-the-counter treatment options.
Presented by PMJS President, Lorinda Barnes, North Woods Homestead, LLC, Idaho
Presented by Hannah Isaacson, PMJS Secretary, Isaacson Acres, Georgia
Long-term records reveal patterns that improve herd management, while having poor records can result in pedigree errors and the risk of unintended inbreeding, among other hazards. To avoid overwhelm, start with your youngest heifer and work backwards to the oldest cow. Once everything is in its place, you can more easily provide treatments based on what previously worked and never forget an AI sire used for breeding.