Classification - Type Evaluation

Classification results are used by Holstein breeders to evaluate the progress of their herds, to merchandise cattle, and to make breeding decisions.The Holstein Association’s professional staff of classifiers evaluates individual traits in five major dairy scorecard breakdowns. This information has unique benefits to dairy producers such as:
  • Provides unbiased and accurate evaluations of your cattle.
  • Gives a clear understanding of each animal’s strengths and weaknesses.
  • Compares your herd’s type pattern to breed averages.
  • Defines type trait trends from one generation to the next.
  • Adds trait appraisals to Official Holstein PedigreesTM.
  • Provides a basis for follow up matings.

Classification is the trusted, neutral way to evaluate your herd and add to your bottom line. For more information on the Classification program, call customer service at  800.952.5200.

WB00860_.GIF (262 bytes)   Classification Program Options

WB00860_.GIF (262 bytes)   Classification Schedule
WB00860_.GIF (262 bytes)   Classification Fees
WB00860_.GIF (262 bytes)   Breed Age Average Percentages (BAA%)
WB00860_.GIF (262 bytes)   Sire Evaluation for Type
WB00860_.GIF (262 bytes)   Linear Descriptive Traits (in pdf format)