The Borderway UK Dairy Expo returned on Friday, March 15 and Saturday, March 16 with the interbreed champion going to MAG Pandor exhibited by Laird Family and Ferme Blondin.

This annual expo was held at Borderway Mart, Carlisle and has become a key industry event for dairy farmers across the UK and Europe, regularly seeing in the region of 7,000 visitors.

The Supreme Championship and Interbred Champion title was claimed by Mag Pando, exhibited by the Laird family and is part-owned by French breeder Ferme Blondin.

The Walnutlawn Sidekick daughter third calver was bought privately in France last year from Ferme Mag Holsteins, and is classified VG89 as a second calver.

Supreme Championship and Interbred Champion Mag Pando
Source: Holstein UK

The reserve Holstein came from Nethervalley Holsteins and S Esquierdo.

Clydeview Sidekick Matilda is also sired by Sidekick, she calved her second in January and is producing 60L/day.

Honourable mention was Riverdane Chief Lila Z, exhibited by Riverdane Holsteins.

The Holstein, Brown Swiss and Dairy Shorthorn sections of the Dairy Expo was judged by Ben Govett of Tandara Genetics.

The British Friesian section of the competition was judged by John Cousar from the Howcommon Herd.

Daniel Bacon judged the Jersey, Red and White and Ayrshire competitions.

Irish connection

There was a number of Irish breeders present over at the Borderway UK Dairy Expo, with a number placing in the Showmanship competition.

In the Mature Showmanship, Rachal Corley from Co. Monaghan placed fourth, with Becky Hynes from Co. Cork placing fourth in the Senior Showmanship.

Alexandra Beattie from Co. Westmeath placed first in the Intermediate Showmanship section and Georgie Hynes from Co. Cork placed third in the Junior Showmanship.

The Hynes family from Rathard Holsteins heifer, Panda Rita Ora RC, owned in partnership with Panda Holsteins was Champion in Class 24 – spring calf – March 1, 2023 to May 31, 2023.

Dairy Expo

The Holstein Junior Championship was claimed by Riverdane Artist Atlee, exhibited by Messrs Awde.

Reserve was Absolute Sidekick Advocaat, exhibited by Crossfell Holsteins and Honourable Mention was awarded to Ingleview Loyal Gail, exhibited by R and E Butterfield.

The Holstein Junior Championship winning line-up
Source: Holstein UK

The full results from the Holstein Junior class from the Dairy Expo are below:

Class 22 – Autumn calf – September 1, 2023 to November 30, 2023:

Champion: Ingleview Loyal Gail, exhibited by R & E Butterfield;
Reserve: Ingleden Harmony Galilee, exhibited by Messrs Williamson;
Honourable Mention: Panda Leedham Lady Gaga RC, exhibited by Panda and Leedham Holsteins.

Class 23 – Summer calf – June 1, 2023 to August 31, 2023:

Champion: Panda Cheesecake Red, exhibited by Panda Holsteins;
Reserve: Logan Luster Phantasy, exhibited by Brian and Michael Yates;
Honourable Mention: Arranview Sidekick Locket, exhibited by G Lawrie.

Class 24 – Spring calf – March 1, 2023 to May 31, 2023:

Champion: Panda Rita Ora RC, exhibited by Panda and Rathard Holsteins;
Reserve: Wolfa Delta-Lambda Sue, exhibited by Messrs M Armstrong;
Honourable Mention: Overside Grayridge Dynasty Diamond, exhibited by Grayridge Holsteins.

Class 25 – Winter Yearling – December 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023:

Champion: Arranview Solomon Raquel, exhibited by G Lawrie;
Reserve: Feizor Sidekick M Kandie, exhibited by Newmeadow Holsteins;
Honourable Mention: Wormanby Pepper Kitty 3, exhibited by Wormanby Farms Ltd.

Class 26 – Autumn Yearling – September 1, 2022 to November 30, 2022:

Champion: Riverdane Artist Atlee, exhibited by Messrs Awde;
Reserve: Absolute Sidekick Advocaat, exhibited by Crossfell Holsteins;
Honourable Mention: Newbirks Crushabull Jazz 2019, exhibited by A Lawson and Son.

Class 27 – Senior Yearling – March 1, 2022 to August 31, 2022:

Champion: Evening Sidekick Jennifer 4, exhibited by Scott Forsyth;
Reserve: Firstlook Blacklabel Aperol Spritz Red, exhibited by Firstlook Genetics;
Honourable Mention: Pearsgill Chief Roza, exhibited by G Ogden.

Intermediate results

The Intermediate Championship was claimed by Clydeview Sidekick Matilda, exhibited by Nethervalley Holsteins and S Esquierdo.

Reserve went to Wolfa Chief Sue, exhibited by Newmeadow Holsteins and Honourable Mention went to Firstlook Jackpot Sara, exhibited by Firstlook Genetics and Jackpot Holsteins.

The Intermediate Championship winning line-up
Source: Holstein UK

The Full Intermediate Holstein results from the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 62 – Milking Yearling – Born after March 1, 2022:

Champion: Wormanby Lambda Allie, exhibited by Wormanby Farms Ltd.;
Reserve: Firstlook Jones Lexi Red, exhibited by Firstlook Genetics and Jones Holsteins;
Honourable Mention: Tregibby Chief Fran, exhibited by AH Wilson and son.

Class 63 – Winter Junior 2 Year Old – July 1, 2022 to November 30, 2022:

Champion: Firstlook Jackpot Sara, exhibited by Firstlook Genetics and Jackpot Holsteins;
Reserve: Logan Latenite Shania, exhibited by Brian and Michael Yates;
Honourable Mention: Davlea Chief Lulu 3, exhibited by O and R Reed.

Class 64 – Junior 2 Year Old in Milk – August 1, 2021 to November 30, 2021:

Champion: Crossfell Thunderstorm Noel, exhibited by Crossfell Holsteins;
Reserve: Berryholme Chief Rose, exhibited by H Wright and son;
Honourable Mention: Carldanton Chiefs Springsteen, exhibited by Anthony Grimshaw.

Class 65 – Senior 2 Year Old – March 1, 2021 to July 30, 2021:

Champion: Wolfa Chief Sue, exhibited by Newmeadow Holsteins;
Reserve: Topstone Denver Atlee, exhibited by Churchvale Holsteins;
Honourable Mention: Designer Brady Alicia, exhibited by AH Wilson and son.

Class 66 – Junior 3 Year Old in Milk – September 1, 2020 to February 28, 2021:

Champion: Clydeview Sidekick Matilda, exhibited by Nethervalley Holsteins and S Esquierdo;
Reserve: Crossfell Crushabull Magic, exhibited by Crossfell Holsteins;
Honourable Mention: Blythbridge Roy Maureen, exhibited by Laird Family.

Class 67 – Senior 3 Year Old in Milk – March 1, 2020 to August 31, 2020:

Champion: Blydale Chief Lynn, exhibited by N. Sloan and G & G Templeton;
Reserve: Newbirks Salt Jazz 1932, exhibited by A Lawson and son;
Honourable Mention: Vetech Pepper Kim, exhibited by Nethervalley Holsteins and S Esquierdo.

Senior results

The Full Senior Holstein results from the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 69 – 4 Year Old in Milk – March 1, 2019 to February 29, 2020:

Champion: MAG Pandor, exhibited by Laird Family and Ferme Blondin;
Reserve: Grangehall Pepper Whiterose, exhibited by Messrs Laurie;
Honourable Mention: Riverdane Crushtime Beauty, exhibited by Riverdane Holsteins.

Class 70 – 5 Year Old in Milk – March 1, 2018 to February 28, 2019:

Champion: Riverdane Chief Lila Z, exhibited by Riverdane Holsteins;
Reserve: Evening Sidekick Jennifer, exhibited by Evening Holsteins;
Honourable Mention: Riverdane Chief Sharon, exhibited by Riverdane Holsteins.

Class 71 – Mature Cow in Milk – Born prior to March 1, 2018:

Champion: Richaven MVP Gloria, exhibited by R A Bown;
Reserve: Saxelby Jazznight Sallie, exhibited by R A Bown;
Honourable Mention: Berryholme Callen Rae, exhibited by R and M Scott.

Class 72 – Production Cow:

Champion: Drointon Flashy G Babydoll, exhibited by A and D Mackellar;
Reserve: Carldanton Chief Springsteen, exhibited by Anthony Grimshaw;
Honourable Mention: Wormanby Capital Capricious, exhibited by Wormanby Farms Ltd.

Class 73 – Best Udder of show:

MAG Pandor, exhibited by Laird Family and Ferme Blondin,

British Friesians

The Junior Championship was claimed by Lismulligan Honeyschaap 2, exhibited by B Lawson and Sons.

Reserve went to Whinnow Jake Pauline, exhibited by I and GM Blamire and Honourable mention was Lismulligan Empress 83, exhibited by B Lawson and Sons.

Junior Championship winning line-up
Source: Holstein UK

The full results from the British Friesian Junior classes from the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 18 – Calf class – March 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023:

Champion: Whinnow Jake Pauline, exhibited by I and GM Blamire;
Reserve: Lismulligan Empress 83, exhibited by B Lawson and Sons.

Class 19 – Maiden heifer – September 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023:

Champion: Lismulligan Pauline 31, exhibited by Seth and Lexi Pattinson;
Reserve: Adams Cherry 38, exhibited by Seth and Lexi Pattinson;
Honourable Mention: Crugside Jingle Iona 8, exhibited by Alun Rees.

Class 20 – In Calf Heifer February 28, 2022 to August 31, 2022:

Champion: Lismulligan Honeyschaap 2, exhibited by B Lawson and Sons;
Reserve: Irthingelt Mission Minnie, exhibited by Thomas Moscrop.

Senior Championship

The Senior Championship was claimed by Lismulligan Empress 69, exhibited by B Lawson and Sons.

Reserve went to Whinnow Solo Pauline, exhibited by I and GM Blamire and Honourable mention was Irthingelt Balmoral Spirit 4, exhibited by Thomas Moscrop.

The results from the British Friesian Senior classes from the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 45 – 2 Year Old in Milk – February 28, 2021 to March 1, 2022:

Champion: Whinnow Jingle Pauline 5, exhibited by I and GM Blamire;
Reserve: Lismulligan Priscilla 61, exhibited by B Lawson and Sons;
Honourable Mention: Crugside Jingle Laura 2, exhibited by Alun Rees.

Class 46 – 3 and 4 Year Old in Milk – February 28, 2019 to March 1, 2021:

Champion: Lismulligan Empress 69, exhibited by B Lawson and Sons;
Reserve: Irthingelt Balmoral Spirit 4, exhibited by Thomas Moscrop.

Class 47 – Senior Cow in Milk – February 28, 2016 to March 1, 2019:

Champion: Adams Laura 6, exhibited by B Lawson and Sons.

Class 48 – Iron Grandma Class – Born prior to March 1, 2016:

Champion: Whinnow Solo Pauline, exhibited by I and GM Blamire;
Reserve: Crugside Consul Garda, exhibited by Alun Rees.

Class 48 – Iron Grandma class
Source: Holstein UK

Class 49 – Best Udder:

Champion: Lismulligan Empress 69, exhibited by B Lawson and Sons.

Red and White

The Full Junior Championship was claimed by Panda Leedham O’Cutie Red, exhibited by Panda Holsteins;

Reserve went to Slatabogie Willows Avina Red 2, exhibited by Newmeadow Holsteins and Honourable mention was Panda Cheesecake Red, exhibited by Panda Holsteins.

The results from the Red and White youngstock classes from the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 1 – Junior Calf – September 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023:

Champion: Pearsgill Redeye Flagstone Red, exhibited by G Ogden;
Reserve: Carrock Ranger Abbie, exhibited by Buckabank Farm Ltd;
Honourable Mention: Linglane Noway Lululemon Red, exhibited by B and G Donald.

Class 2 – Senior Calf – April 1, 2023 to August 31, 2023:

Champion: Panda Cheesecake Red, exhibited by Panda Holsteins;
Reserve: Panda O’Krumble Red, exhibited by Panda Holsteins;
Honourable Mention: Jackpot Willows Jodie Red, exhibited by Jack Watts.

Class 3 – Junior Heifer – November 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023:

Champion: Panda Leedham O’Cutie Red, exhibited by Panda Holsteins;
Reserve: Slatabogie Willows Avina Red 2, exhibited by Newmeadow Holsteins;
Honourable Mention: Wolfa Rager Annabelle Red, exhibited by Messrs M Armstrong.

Class 3 Champion Panda Leedham O’Cutie Red
Source: Holstein UK

Class 4 – Senior Heifer – February 28, 2022 to October 31, 2022:

Champion: Drointon Jordy Promis Red, exhibited by A and D Mackellar;
Reserve: Styche JP Doral Frieda Red, exhibited by Toi Toi Genetics and Arrell Family;
Honourable Mention: Firstlook Blacklabel Aperol Spritz Red, exhibited by Firstlook Genetics.

Milking Red and White

The Senior Championship was claimed by Nethervalley Awesome Rosanne Red, exhibited by AH Wilson and Son.

Reserve was Riverdane Miss Awesome Strawberry Red, exhibited by Riverdane Holsteins and Honourable mention was Logan Latenite Shania, exhibited by Brian and Michael Yates.

Red and White Senior Championship winning line-up

The full milking results for the Red and White classes from the Dairy Expo is as follows:

Class 40 – 2 Year Old in Milk – Born February 28, 2021 to March 1, 2021:

Champion: Logan Latenite Shania, exhibited by Brian and Michael Yates;
Reserve: Sterndale Doral Jodie Red, exhibited by Scott Forsyth;
Honourable Mention: Topstone Mirand P Kalyco Red, exhibited by A H Wilson and Son.

Class 41 – 3 Year Old in Milk – Born February 29, 2020 to March 1, 2021

Champion: Drointon Jordy Edna Red, exhibited by A and D Mackellar.

Class 42 – Senior Cow in Milk – Born prior to March 1, 2020:

Champion: Nethervalley Awesome Rosanne Red, exhibited by AH Wilson and Son;
Reserve: Riverdane Miss Awesome Strawberry Red, exhibited by Riverdane Holsteins;
Honourable Mention: Meiklefirth Army Kalibra Red, exhibited by Jones David and Claire.

Ayrshire

The Junior Championship was claimed by Richaven Hail Lucky, exhibited by Bown R A.

Reserve was Holmeswood Hail Bella TH, exhibited by WS Moore and Partners and Honourable mention was Marleycote Mary Rose 9, exhibited by Baynes G G.

The Full Ayrshire Youngstock results from the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 9 – Maiden Heifer – Born in 2023:

Champion: Richaven Hail Lucky, exhibited by Bown R A;
Reserve: Holmeswood Hail Bella TH, exhibited by WS Moore and Partners;
Honourable Mention: Swaities Danette 23, exhibited by Adamson and Son John.

Class 10 – In Calf Heifer – Born in 2022:

Champion: Marleycote Mary Rose 9, exhibited by Baynes G G;
Reserve: Parkhead Bandit Brenda, exhibited by Baynes Tom;
Honourable Mention: Marleycote Mary Rose 8, exhibited by Baynes G G.

Milking Ayrshire results

The Grand Champion was Morwick Peggy 126, exhibited by Baynes G G.

Reserve was claimed by Swaites Nice Girl 37, exhibited by Adamson and son John and Honourable Mention went to Marleycote Georgette 12, exhibited by Baynes G G.

The full milking Ayrshire results from the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 29 – 2 year old – 28th February 2021 – 1st March 2022:

Champion: Swaites Nice Girl 37, exhibited by Adamson and son John.

Class 30 – 3 year old – 29th February 2020 – 1st March 2021:

Champion: Morwick Peggy 126, exhibited by Baynes G G;
Reserve: Beeline Magic Meg 2, exhibited by Bailey and Partners S N.

Class 31 – 4 year old – 28th February 2019 – 1st March 2020:

Champion: Marleycote Georgette 12, exhibited by Baynes G G;
Reserve: Middle Elaine MH, exhibited by Lindsay A K.

Class 32 – Senior Cow – Born prior to 28th February 2019:

Champion: Heydale Wilbur Elaine, exhibited by Berresford Peter;
Reserve: Brieryside Respect Pansy 10, exhibited by Sayer JC and AM.

Class 33 – Best Udder of show:

Champion: Morwick Peggy 126, exhibited by Baynes G G;

Brown Swiss

The Junior Championship was claimed by Kedar Dreamy Sweet Cheeks, exhibited by Lochhead and sons T.

Reserve went to Blackrack Calvin Fantastic, exhibited by Williamson Messrs and Honourable Mention was Bingham Martini Apple 3, exhibited by Cambridge Zoe.

The full results from the Brown Swiss oungstock classes at the Dairy Expo is as follows:

Class 15 – Maiden Heifer – Born in 2023:

Champion: Kedar Dreamy Sweet Cheeks, exhibited by Lochhead and sons T;
Reserve: Blackrack Calvin Fantastic, exhibited by Williamson Messrs;
Honourable Mention: Kedar Huge Rhespect, exhibited by Lochhead and sons T.

Class 16 – In Calf Heifer:

Champion: Bingham Martini Apple 3, exhibited by Cambridge Zoe.

Milking Brown Swiss results

The Grand Champion was claimed by Kedar Nescardo Snickerliscious, exhibited by Lochhead and Sons T.

Reserve went to Kedar Faust Esprit, exhibited by Lochhead and Sons T and Honourable Mention was Toi Toi My Mums A Hoover, exhibited by Toi Toi Genetics and Pippa Tudor.

The full results from the Brown Swiss milking classes at the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 57 – 2 and 3 year old – Born February 29, 2020 to March 1, 2022:

Champion: Toi Toi My Mums A Hoover, exhibited by Toi Toi Genetics and Pippa Tudor;
Reserve: Holdontoyyourhats Boomchicawowow, exhibited by Hattie Hassell;
Honourable Mention: Kedar Rhapple Snapple, exhibited by Lochhead and Sons T.

Class 58 – Junior Cow – Born February 28, 2018 to March 1, 2020:

Champion: Kedar Faust Esprit, exhibited by Lochhead and Sons T;
Reserve: Kedar Wonderment Rhappuccino, exhibited by Lochhead and Sons T;
Honourable Mention: Holdontoyourhats Jeez Louise, exhibited by Hassall Hattie.

Class 59 – Senior Cow – Born prior to February 28, 2018:

Champion: Kedar Nescardo Snickerliscious, exhibited by Lochhead and Sons T;
Reserve: Kedar Virestar Jodie, exhibited by Lochhead and Sons T;
Honourable Mention: Kedar Wonderment Jolie, exhibited by Lochhead and Sons T.

Class 60 – Best Udder of Show:

Champion: Kedar Nescardo Snickerliscious, exhibited by Lochhead and Sons T.

Jersey

The Junior Championship was claimed by Damm Mostragee Atlanticway VIP Frisky, exhibited by Yates Sheila.

Reserve went to Rivermead Addiction Candy, exhibited by Davis Family and Honourable Mention was Blythbridge Chocochip Reagie, exhibited by Laird Colin and Izzy.

The full results from the Jersey youngstock classes at the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 6A – Maiden Heifer – born in 2023:

Champion: Blythbridge Chocochip Radiance, exhibited by Jackson and Daugthers TA and ML;
Reserve: Rivermead Victorious Who, exhibited by Davis Family;
Honourable Mention: Flair Popping Candy, exhibited by Cochrane Gwen.

Class 6B – Maiden Heifer – Born in 2023:

Champion: Damm Mostragee Atlanticway VIP Frisky, exhibited by Yates Sheila;
Reserve: Rivermead Addiction Candy, exhibited by Davis Family;
Honourable Mention: Blythbridge Chocochip Riley, exhibited by Cochrane Gwen.

Class 7 – In Calf Heifer – Born in 2022:

Champion: Blythbridge Chocochip Reagie, exhibited by Laird Colin and Izzy;
Reserve: Uptwon Web Lily, exhibited by Watson Miss K;
Honourable Mention: Thistlerose Unique Samba, exhibited by Arrell Isla.

Milking Jersey results

The Grand Champion was claimed by Saxown Matt Cash 107, exhibited by Saxby Family.

Reserve was Rivermead Victorious Gorgeous Blondie, exhibited by Davis Family and Honourable Mention went to Rivermead Engineer Cyber, exhibited by Davis Family.

The full results from the Jersey milking classes at the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 35A – 2 year old – February 28, 2021 to March 1, 2022:

Champion: Rivermead Engineer Cyber, exhibited by Davis Family;
Reserve: Honeyfields Strictly Come Dancing, exhibited by Honeyfields Jerseys;
Honourable Mention: Guillyhill Video Muffin, exhibited by TA and ML Jackson.

Class 35B – 2 year old – February 28, 2021 to March 1, 2022:

Champion: Honeyfields Come Dancing, exhibited by Honeyfields Jerseys;
Reserve: Saxown Gamble Cash 122, exhibited by Saxby Family;
Honourable Mention: Rivermead Victorious Sangria, exhibited by Davis Family.

Class 36A – 3 year old – February 29, 2020 to March 1, 2021:

Champion: Rivermead Victorious Gorgeous Blondie, exhibited by Davis Family;
Reserve: Honeyfields Chrome Dance, exhibited by Honeyfields Jerseys;
Honourable Mention: Longing Bontino Daydream, exhibited by Armitage E G.

Class 37 – Senior Cow – Born prior to February 29, 2020:

Champion: Saxown Matt Cash 107, exhibited by Saxby Family;
Reserve: Skiddaw Megapower Bluebell, exhibited by Raven JA and Y and Kerry Scott;
Honourable Mention: Katherines Oliver P Black Velvet, exhibited by Jenkinson K E.

Class 38 – Best udder of show:

Champion: Damm Mostragee Atlanticway VIP Frisky, exhibited by Yates Sheila.

Dairy Shorthorn

The Junior Championship was claimed by Mossrigg Barrington Iris 20, exhibited by Fisher and Daughters JM and J.

Reserve went to Shaunlea Geri 31, exhibited by Dixon S E and G R Holliday and Honourable Mention was Shaunlea Geri 28, exhibited by Dixon S E and G R Holliday.

The full youngstock Dairy Shorthorn results from the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 12 – Maiden Heifer – Born in 2023:

Champion: Mossrigg Barrington Iris 20, exhibited by Fisher and Daughters JM and J;
Reserve: Shaunlea Geri 31, exhibited by Dixon S E and G R Holliday;
Honourable Mention: Breckney Goldie 48, exhibited by Harrison P and CA.

Class 13 – In Calf Heifer – Born in 2022:

Champion: Shaunlea Geri 28, exhibited by Dixon S E and G R Holliday;
Reserve: Crugside Jazz Duchess 4, exhibited by Rees Alun.

Milking Dairy Shorthorn results

The Grand Champion was Oxton RIC Wildeyes 970, exhibited by Dixon S E and G R Holliday.

Reserve went to Churchroyd Strawberry 16, exhibited by Collins and Partners IRG and Honourable Mention was claimed by Churchroyd Fay 22, exhibited by Collins and Partners IRG.

The full milking Dairy Shorthorn results from the Dairy Expo are as follows:

Class 51 – 2 Year old – Born February 28, 2021 to March 1, 2022:

Champion: Churchroyd Strawberry 16, exhibited by Collins and Partners IRG;
Reserve: Mossrigg Barrington Duchness 19, exhibited by Fisher and Daughters JM and J.

Class 52 – 3 Year old – Born February 29, 2020 to March 1, 2021:

Champion: Kidstones Gentle 9, exhibited by Wilkes A E;
Reserve: Mossrigg Barrington Duchness 15, exhibited by Fisher and Daughters JM and J.

Class 53 – 4 Year old – Born February 28, 2019 to March 1, 2020:

Champion: Churchroyd Fay 22, exhibited by Collins and Partners IRG.

Class 54 – Senior Cow – Born prior to February 28, 2019:

Champion: Oxton RIC Wildeyes 970, exhibited by Dixon S E and G R Holliday;
Reserve: Churchroyd Bronte Wildeyes 62, exhibited by IRG Collins and Partners;
Honourable Mention: Breckney Goldie 25, exhibited by Harrison P and CA.

Class 55 – Best Udder of Show:

Champion: Oxton RIC Wildeyes 970, exhibited by Dixon S E and G R Holliday.

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