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DairyTalk 450: Declining membership is challenging the future of traditional Holstein organizations - by Helmut Demmelhuber
The financial future of major Holstein breed associations is becoming a strategic issue for the broader dairy industry. This podcast episode is based on an analysis comparing the very different outlooks of Holstein Canada and the Holstein Association USA through 2030. While the U.S. organization is relying on financial reserves and investments in new technologies, Holstein Canada faces mounting pressure from declining membership, dependence on external contracts, and leadership instability. The report suggests that traditional breed associations must redefine their role to remain relevant in…
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