Use Belgian Blue bulls from K.I. Samen to boost profitability
Using Belgian Blue increases the benefits If less young stock is needed to replace cows, more Belgian Blue bulls can be used for insemination to realise higher prices for calves. Preventing calving difficulties and a poor or delayed start of the next lactation is vital. Fewer high birth weights For many years, the breeding programme…
Lees meerDouble Gold for K.I. Samen!
Multiple top performers in the red-and-white category There’s more to Red Holstein than just Poppe Kayne. WR Centrum significantly boosts component levels, and Augustus P-Red holds his ground, also improving his components percentages – just like Red Rocks Celebration. Focus on components in the black-and-white category A notable climber in the Black Holstein segment is…
Lees meer10 years of K.I. Samen in Canada
A decade of growth and collaboration The foundation of K.I. Samen Canada Ltd The increasing demand for semen from K.I. Samen resulted in the foundation of K.I. Samen Canada Ltd on 1 April 2015 in Beverly, Alberta. This made K.I. Samen not just a supplier, but also a valuable sparring partner for Canadian farmers. Our…
Lees meerSandra 2 Crowned Beste Boerenkoe 2025
About the “Beste Boerenkoe” Competition The “Beste Boerenkoe” Competition allows dairy farmers to present their best cows. The evaluation focuses on milk production, milk quality, health, fertility, and udder health. Selected cows are then assessed based on their conformation, and the final winner is chosen based on both on-farm performance and physical characteristics. Exciting Battle…
Lees meerDairy farmers are increasingly using sexed semen
Trend in Dairy Farming An increasing number of dairy farmers in both the Netherlands and Belgium are opting for sexed semen. Recent figures show that the use of sexed straws among dairy farmers in these countries is on the rise. This trend is driven by the need for more efficient farm management and higher profits.…
Lees meerHigh lifetime production thanks to successful breeding strategy
profile Farm: Van Velzen – Hekert GbR, Jade (Germany). Land: 143 ha. grassland and 17 ha. maize. Herd: 180 dairy cows and 220 young stock. Ave. production 2023: 12.051 kg milk | 3,95% fat | 3,58% protein. Lifetime production: 34.000 kg milk. Prefix: Aussendeicher. . Marco and Janine with champion Hanna 912 (EX 93). Photo:…
Lees meerWR Centrum, high calibre refinement!
361222 | WR CENTRUM | Crown-Red x Diamondback (EX 92) x Brekem (EX 90) | aAa 153264 Conformation expert Centrum is a sublime udder improver who produces wonderful, dairy type cows with refinement and space in the skeleton. He stands on sound, absolutely parallel legs with great locomotion. Centrum delivers generous component percentages and persistent…
Lees meer“Geertje 669 has everything a well-balanced cow needs”
Longevity and proven cow families Owners Jan, Gé and son Rick Hammink run their dairy farm in Almelo (Nl). They manage a herd of 85 and to date can claim 18 cows who have produced more than 100,000 kg of milk! The breeding vision of the Hammink family focuses on longevity: “Our main consideration is…
Lees meer‘Bas Engelen Award’ for Caroline van der Plas
Bas Engelen award The Bas Engelen award was created to recognise individuals who champion the philosophy and vision of Bas Engelen – one of the founding fathers of K.I. Samen – and who represent and promote the interests of dairy farmers and rural communities. The award was created to celebrate the 40th anniversary of K.I.…
Lees meerVisit K.I. Samen at NutriFair
NutriFair NutriFair is the leading trade fair in Denmark for livestock farmers. The event offers a specialized program around topics such as cattle, pigs, poultry, energy/climate, and the next generation of farmers. Diverse range of offerings. We work daily with great enthusiasm on the cow of the future. Our breeding specialists select the best cows…
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