Welcome
The California Holstein Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving members and Holstein enthusiasts throughout the state. Our mission is to promote Holstein genetics, facilitate networking opportunities, and foster youth development.
Hosted by
Bakersfield Marriot
January 30-31, 2026
ONLINE- ONLY REGISTRATION
reserve meal and event tickets & pay online DUE JANUARY 16
Link to Room Block (*discounted rates on reservations made by Jan 8)
Tentative Schedule
Welcoming some engaging guest speakers on Saturday!
Congressman Vince Fong and CA Assemblywoman Alexandra Macedo
Risk Management Tools for the Dairy in Today’s World and Market Recap and What to Expect in 2026 presentation from
ON FARM CHALLENGE
First year of the program was a huge success!
Well over 100 milking Holsteins were evaluated at 19 herds around the state. Members gathered for awards & dinner to recognize breeders and their quality, profitable Registered Holsteins that were judged and pictured in working environment.
Follow along on Facebook
as we highlight additional winners!
Grand Champion
Calori-D Crs Crush Ryle-ET
Calori-D Holsteins, Mast Family of Denair, CA
Official Judge Bill Stoltzfus
with Stephen Mast
Exhibitor, Grand Champion Cow
January 16
State Convention registration due
January 30-31
State Holstein Convention
hosted by the South San Joaquin Holstein Club at Bakersfield Marriot
February 28
Amplify Sale
Vierra Dairy, Hilmar
March 6-8
Western Classic Junior Show
Tulare, CA
April 8-10
California State Holstein Show
Stanislaus County Fairgrounds
Judge: Chip Savage, Maryland
Wednesday 4/8: Judging Contest open to FFA and 4-H teams, youth contests & showmanship
Thursday 4/9: heifer classes Holstein & Jersey
Friday 4/10: cow classes Holstein & Jersey
June 22-25
Holstein USA National Convention
Orlando, Florida
website
Congratulations Joey Airoso-
elected to serve on Holstein USA's Board of Directors representing the Western US.
Thank you to Bill Genasci for his service as Region 9 Director.
DIAMOND LEVEL
PLATINUM LEVEL
Thank you
to our 2025 year
corporate sponsors!
Congratulations to youth exhibitors at the spring 2025 Western Classic Junior Show!
View the results on Cowsmopolitan
HERE
2025 CA State Holstein Convention
January 31- February 1 Petaluma, CA
