Written by Bronwyn Brown
Wow what an opportunity to go up to NZ Dairy Event 2023 to be associate judge for the Combined Breeds at Manfeild in Feilding. I had the honour of standing alongside Ben Govett of Tandara Genetics from Northern Victoria Australia.
Two days before heading up I had a wee accident at Winton A & P show and broke two bones in my wrist. This did not stop me from attending the NZ Dairy Event, I was going to do this even with extra pain killers. I was accompanied by two amazing travel companions Teena Simmons and Debbie Mercer who kept me comfortable.
My few days were amazing, spent time talking to other breeders you don’t see often. Ben was great for my confidence in judging. I have come away with many pointers to help further my career in judging. Greatest opportunity was being able to judge North Island Milking Shorthorn cow for 2023.
I would like to thank the Milking Shorthorn Board and NZ Dairy Event for the opportunity.
