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Every dairy farmer knows: good leg structure and healthy claws are fundamental for a herd that achieves high production and longevity without issues. It's no coincidence that CRV's top bulls score highly on these traits. This April proof frequently used bulls from recent years demonstrate this with their daughters, and young bulls set the bar even higher with their genomic breeding values.

At CRV, we’re proud to continue shaping the future of dairy farming with genetics that prioritize both farmer needs and animal well-being. Our Fleckvieh bulls embody this philosophy by offering balanced traits that enhance productivity, fertility, and longevity, ensuring cows that thrive in various farming systems. With each index run, we take a step forward, unlocking new potential for dairy operations worldwide.

"Solid in the positive sense of the word." With this description, Jeroen Sturkenboom from Schalkwijk characterizes the heifer Jeans Jantina 333 P. The daughter of Delta Launch PP was classified with 86 points for overall conformation and produced 12,648 kg of milk with 4.25% fat and 3.61% protein in her first lactation over 342 days. “And she’s still producing 38 kg of milk per day,” Sturkenboom illustrates her persistence. “She started with a lactation value of 100 but has now reached 117.”

At CRV, we take pride in a barn filled with bulls that deliver genetics for easy-to-manage cows that thrive in farmers' barns. With a strong focus on health and efficiency, our breeding strategy consistently pays off, resulting in cows that are healthy, productive, and long-lasting. These traits not only benefit farm profitability but also contribute to sustainable dairy farming. Our Fleckvieh bulls represent the best of these principles, offering balanced genetics that ensure excellent milk production, robust fertility, and strong functional traits. This well-rounded approach positions CRV to continue supporting farmers worldwide with genetics that meet the challenges of today and the opportunities of tomorrow. Stay tuned as we highlight the exceptional performance of some of our top Fleckvieh bulls, showcasing how CRV is shaping the future of dairy farming.

Farmers today have a lot on their minds. CRV can ease their concerns with a lineup of bulls that guarantees a healthy herd, capable of efficient and trouble-free production. With the latest 2024 proof run, CRV’s bull lineup has become even stronger. Farmers now benefit more than ever from CRV’s focus on polled genetics in its breeding program. Additionally, the number of FeedExcel bulls continues to grow, ensuring breeding for a high-producing, healthy herd goes hand in hand with higher margins and lower emissions due to superior feed efficiency.

CRV enforces strict biosecurity protocols for its bull barns. “This is how we protect our animals’ health and offer customers all over the world the highest guarantees for the veterinary safety of semen,” says CRV veterinarian Anja de Bont. CRV ensures biosecurity worldwide by working with strict protocols and responding to what is needed locally. This article is about how we work in the Netherlands.