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Holstein Connections
Welcome to Holstein Connections – where we share the latest stories, insights, and news from Holstein Association USA and beyond. The largest dairy cattle breed association in the world, Holstein Association USA provides leadership, information, and services to help dairy producers worldwide be successful. Whether you’re in the barn, on the road, or just tuning in for your dose of dairy news – we’re glad you’re here! This is Holstein Connections.
Episodes
Holstein ConnectionsLessons That Will Last a Lifetime: with Jacob and Logan Harbaugh
From gliding around the colored shavings with a favorite Registered Holstein to competing in Dairy Bowl at National Holstein Convention, involvement in Junior…
Holstein ConnectionsIntroducing the Dairy Data Academy: with Dr. Jeffrey Bewley and Jodi Hoynoski
As dairy farms increasingly rely on advanced technologies and data-driven decision-making, the industry needs individuals who can connect agriculture…
Holstein ConnectionsShining in the Showring with Justin Brandel
In this episode, we caught up with Junior Holstein member Justin Brandel of Lake Mills, Wisconsin. He’s had an unforgettable World Dairy Expo, winning…
Holstein ConnectionsConsistent Classification: with Tim Abrahamson
How can classification data help improve your herd beyond the final score? Tim Abrahamson, Senior Manager of Conformation Evaluation at Holstein Association…
Holstein ConnectionsMaximizing Investments in Genetics: Insights from Craig Carncross, Cuyler Johnson, and Ashley Swenson
Panelists Craig Carncross of Wargo Acres, Cuyler Johnson of Godfrey Dairy, and Ashley Swenson of Forest Lawn Holsteins explore strategies they use on their own…
Holstein ConnectionsRoad to President: with Dwight Rokey
In this episode, we hear from newly elected Holstein Association USA President Dwight Rokey of Rokeyroad Holsteins in Sabetha, Kansas. Dwight shares how a…
Holstein ConnectionsA Voice for Dairy: with Corey Geiger
In this episode of Holstein Connections, Distinguished Leadership Award recipient Corey Geiger reflects on his journey growing up on a Wisconsin dairy farm to…
Holstein ConnectionsTechnology Investments That Pay Off: with Dr. Jeffrey Bewley
Dairy producers are often inundated with technology promises that demand capital investments – yet some of the most impactful management tools require…
Holstein ConnectionsWhere Family Matters: with Jeff and Kate Hendrickson
What started as an FFA and Junior Holstein project has grown into a multi-generational dairy known around the world. Join 2026 Elite Breeder honorees Jeff and…
Holstein ConnectionsAdvancing with Purpose: 140th Annual Meeting Addresses
In this special episode, we share the 2026 Annual Meeting addresses from the National Holstein Convention. As the Association marks its 140th Annual Meeting…
Holstein ConnectionsWhole Milk in Schools: Dairy Checkoff at Work in the Classroom
In this special National Dairy Month episode of Holstein Connections, Lolly Lesher, Way-Har Farms and chair of the National Dairy Board, and Katie Bambacht…
Holstein ConnectionsDriven to Improve: with Curtis Vanden Berge
Hear from Holstein Association USA’s 2026 Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder, Curtis Vanden Berge. Growing up on his family’s California dairy, Curtis…
Holstein ConnectionsWhat to Expect at Holstein Horizons
Get ready for Holstein Horizons! In this episode, Jodi Hoynoski shares what to expect from this year’s educational sessions at the 2026 National Holstein…
Holstein ConnectionsIntroducing the Holstein Conformation Composite
The Holstein Conformation Composite (HCC) is a new selection tool designed to help breeders identify animals with the combination of conformation traits most…
Holstein Connections2025 Star of the Breed: Oakfield Solomon Sunset-ET
The highest honor presented to a Registered Holstein, the Star of the Breed award recognizes a cow who excels in both type and production. Receiving the 2025…
Holstein ConnectionsThe TPI Formula Change Explained
Beginning with the April 2026 genetic evaluation, the TPI formula shifts emphasis from fat toward protein. Join Dr. Jeffrey Bewley, Executive Director of…
Holstein ConnectionsGrounded for Success: Moving Past Stray Voltage with Jill Nelson
Registered Holstein breeder Jill Nelson joins Sarah Sarbacker, Director of Sales and Market Development at Holstein Association USA, for a conversation about…
Holstein ConnectionsHolsteins in Paradise: 2026 National Holstein Convention
The 2026 National Holstein Convention takes place from June 22-25, 2026, in sunny Orlando, Florida. Join Holstein Association USA CEO Lindsey Worden and…
Holstein ConnectionsBeyond the Buzzer: A Junior Holstein Association Spotlight with Rachel Craun
Rachel Craun recently wrapped up her Junior Holstein Association career. In this episode, Rachel shares how her Junior Holstein experiences have shaped her…
Holstein ConnectionsTelling the Holstein Story with Eric Grant
From video to print, and social media to event coverage, Holstein Association USA tells the Holstein Story in a many ways. The communications team works…
Holstein ConnectionsLeadership Starts Here: A YDLI Alumni Conversation with Nic Schoenberger
Sit down with Nic Schoenberger, recipient of the Young Dairy Leaders Institute (YDLI) Distinguished Alumni Leader Award from the Holstein Foundation. From…
Holstein ConnectionsA Look Back at 2025: CEO Lindsey Worden's Top 10
In this episode of Holstein Connections, CEO Lindsey Worden counts down her "Top 10" of 2025. The lively conversation with host Jodi Hoynoski spans from the…
Holstein ConnectionsShowring Spotlight: National Holstein Show Update with Tim Ziemba
National Show Coordinator Tim Ziemba visits with Jacob Schaefer about updates to the National Holstein Show Program. Tim discusses how he works with the show…
Holstein ConnectionsInnovation, Industry Leadership & the Future of Dairy with Nick Randle
This episode of Holstein Connections features a diverse conversation with Nick Randle, a dairy industry leader whose career spans genetics, leadership, and…
Holstein ConnectionsFrom First Draft to Finalist: The Distinguished Junior Member Journey with Keenan Thygesen & Kylie Konyn
Rising Holstein leaders Keenan Thygesen and Kylie Konyn share a firsthand look at the Distinguished Junior Member journey, reflecting on the early experiences…
Holstein ConnectionsMeet Frank Conyngham: Holstein Breeder, Ice Cream Innovator, and Holstein Foundation Supporter
This episode features longtime Holstein enthusiast, Hillside Holsteins breeder, and ice cream entrepreneur Frank Conyngham as he reflects on a lifetime…
Holstein ConnectionsFrom Barn to Board Room: Our Journey to the Holstein Board with Directors Betsy Bullard, Andy Lenkaitis, and Scott Yocum
This episode features Holstein Association USA board members Betsy Bullard, Andy Lenkaitis, and Scott Yocum sharing their perspectives on leadership, service…
Holstein ConnectionsCarrying the Legacy Forward: Farm Transition Insights from Betsy Bullard, Trent Hendrickson, and John Schoen
This episode was recorded at Holstein Horizons during the 2025 National Holstein Convention and features Betsy Bullard, Trent Hendrickson, and John Schoen…
Holstein ConnectionsDevoted to the Holstein Cow: Celebrating the Careers of Cy Letter and John Steinhoff
Every great cow has a story, and so do the people who evaluate them. Two seasoned classifiers, Cy Letter and John Steinhoff, can share endless stories about…
Holstein ConnectionsIt’s Not Just the Cows, It’s the People: with Tom Morris
Hear from Tom Morris, the 2025 Distinguished Leadership Award recipient whose lifelong dedication to the dairy industry has left an enduring mark. Auctioneer…
Holstein ConnectionsHolstein Marketplace Sires Spotlight: with Tim Ziemba
Holstein Marketplace Sires provides a unique avenue for Holstein breeders to market their genetics. In this conversation with Holstein Marketplace Sires…
Holstein ConnectionsFrom Juniors to Leaders: A Junior Holstein Association USA Spotlight with Jon Chapman, Madison Mowrer, and Madeline Hensel
Junior Holstein Association members Jon Chapman, Madison Mowrer, and Madeline Hensel share how their unique experience led them to serve on the Junior Advisory…
Holstein ConnectionsCreating Their Own Luck: with Joe and Matt Engel
Get an inside look at Luck-E Holsteins from brothers Joe and Matt Engel. Named this year's Elite Breeder Award recipient, Denny and Beth, Matt, and Joe and…
Holstein ConnectionsA Million Reasons Why Conformation Matters: with Dr. Jeffrey Bewley
What should a dairy cow look like? How does physical conformation in today's dairy industry relate to economically important traits? A study completed by…
Holstein ConnectionsPassion, Focus & Good People: with Tim Rauen
Hear from Holstein Association USA's 2025 Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder, Tim Rauen. Embracing technology, staying true to his breeding strategy, and the…
Holstein ConnectionsPresident's Perspective: with John Burket
In this episode, Holstein Association USA Board of Directors President John Burket gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the board’s role in guiding the…
Holstein ConnectionsMeet the New CEO: with Lindsey Worden
Holstein Association USA’s new CEO, Lindsey Worden, took the reigns on January 1, 2025. In this episode, Lindsey shares her dairy background, talks about her…
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