South Wales dairy farmer, Iwan Morgan, has been appointed as the judge of the National Holstein Show at UK Dairy Day 2023, Holstein UK has said.
The ninth UK Dairy Day takes place at the International Centre in Telford on September 13, 2023.
Morgan and his father, Edward, run the Erie herd of 150 Holsteins and 30 Jerseys and are based near Carmarthen.
The Morgan family have seen success over the years, twice receiving the Holstein UK Master Breeder award and achieving over twenty wins in the Holstein UK All Britain Awards.
They have won Supreme Champion three times at the Royal Welsh Show, won Champion Red and White and the National Holstein Show and twice won Champion Jersey at UK Dairy Day.
Morgan has previous experience in judging, and has said his highlights include the Balmoral Show; the Bailey’s Virginia Show; the Irish National Calf Show; the Great Yorkshire Show; the Royal Cornwall Show; and the All Breeds All Britain Calf Show.
Morgan has also judged farther afield in New Zealand, Italy and Australia.
Speaking on his appointment as judge for the 2023 National Holstein Show, Morgan said: “It is a great honour to be asked to judge the National Holstein Show. I have competed there for many years.
“I look forward to having my opportunity to stand in the ring as the judge. There is always a superb display of cows from all over the UK at UK Dairy Day, it is the show to be at.
“I look forward to tapping out my class winners and champion,” he added.
Lynden Bustard, UK Dairy Day cattle show manager, added: “We are delighted to welcome Iwan to judge The National Holstein Show.
“He brings a wealth of breeding and showing experience to the ring. We look forward to seeing his winners.”
UK Dairy Day
Established in 2014, UK Dairy Day is an event to attend for anyone connected to the dairy industry. It provides an opportunity to network, share knowledge and learn.
The event is the leading dairy trade event in the UK and brings together over 300 businesses, over 8,000 visitors, leading suppliers, diary farmers and industry representatives.
The event includes:
- Trade stands throughout internal and external exhibition areas;
- Cattle show hosting National Shows for Ayrshire, Brown Swiss and Holstein;
- Seminars, Industry Panels Breed Village, Sharing Knowledge Zone and Careers Board;
- Practical demonstrations.
Exhibitors at the event include feed manufacturers; animal health suppliers; vets; milk buyers; and dairy and farm equipment suppliers – plus professional service providers and charities.
The event is free to attend and pre-registration is not required.
