Winright Lambda Ellen from Winright Holsteins was selected as Grand Champion in the 2026 Dundas County Breeder’s Cup. Photo Courtesy of Jason Buma
WINCHESTER – The best in local dairy genetics were on display April 10 as producers gathered at Winright Holsteins for the 2026 Dundas County Breeder’s Cup.
Judge Justin Velthuis evaluated a strong lineup of entries across multiple classes, highlighting the depth of quality among area Holstein breeders.
The evening was supported by several sponsors, including Eastern Ontario Veterinary Services, which provided refreshments, Holstein Ontario, which covered judging costs, and Udder Comfort, which supplied products for exhibitors.
Class results
First Lactation
- 1st: Winright Kingdoc Bejeweled – Winright Holsteins & Diamondhill Farms
- 2nd: Burmania Pathway Everly – Burmania Farms
- 3rd: Weenarda Zoar Amber – Weenarda Holsteins
- 4th: Bobasyl Crushabull Kandy – Bobasyl Farms & Liberty Genetics
- 5th: Aija Hancock Viola – Jaquemet Holsteins
Second Lactation
- 1st: Winright Lambda Ellen – Winright Holsteins
- 2nd: Aija Luster-P Hailey – Jaquemet Holsteins & Riverdown Holsteins
- 3rd: Bobasyl Alligator Popeye – Bobasyl Farms & Liberty Genetics
- 4th: Melna Illustrator Maxi – Melna Holsteins
- 5th: Two-To-Tango Mario Frenzie – Two-To-Tango Farms
Third Lactation
- 1st: Vriesdale Ateam Paula – Vriesdale Farms
- 2nd: Burmania Mirand Evy – Burmania Farms
- 3rd: Winright Unix Daredevil – Winright Holsteins & Jaquemet Holsteins
- 4th: Aija Delta-Lambda Lilo – Jaquemet Holsteins, Winright Holsteins Riverdown Holsteins
- 5th: Crebroek Chief Vanessa – Crebroek Farms
60,000 KG+ Production Class
- 1st: Weenarda Hotline Avalee – Weenarda Farms
- 2nd: Winright King-Doc My Doll – Winright Holsteins
- 3rd: Vriesdale Dodge Lovebird – Vriesdale Farms
- 4th: Burmania Impression Genesis – Burmania Farms
- 5th: Midlee Capital Dorthy – Midlee Farms
Dam and Progeny
- 1st: Dam: Burmania Mirand Evy / Daughter: Burmania Pathway Everly – Burmania Farms
- 2nd: Dam: Vriesdale Fuel Antics / Daughter: Vriesdale Chief August Rush – Vriesdale Farms
- 3rd: Dam: Fredwill Medley 758 / Daughter: Fredwill Rocksolid 900 – Fredwill Farms
- 4th: Dam: Weenarda House Lovely / Daughter: Weenarda Parfect Hun – Weenarda Farms
- 5th: Dam: Aija Delta-Lambda Exodus / Daughter: Aija Hulu Ellie – Jaquemet Holsteins
Championship honours
Top honours of the evening went to Winright Holsteins, with Winright Lambda Ellen named Grand Champion.
- Grand Champion: Winright Lambda Ellen – Winright Holsteins
- Reserve Champion: Vriesdale Ateam Paula – Vriesdale Farms
- Honourable Mention: Weenarda Hotline Avalee – Weenarda Farms
Breeder awards
- Premier Breeder: Brian, Audrey, Matt and Erica Enright – Winright Holsteins
- Reserve Premier Breeder: Simon and Jason Buma – Burmania Farms
The annual Breeder’s Cup continues to showcase the strength of Dundas County’s dairy sector, with exhibitors demonstrating both production excellence and strong breeding programs.
