Jersey in the spotlight: Collin

Adelgaard Collin: Cow family that standds out for durability

The Danish-bred Jersey-bull Adelgaard Collin has a pedigree with super components, solid conformation and great durability. Collin will bring durability to your herd.

Durability embedded in the maternal line

Collin‘s maternal line is defined by outstanding durability. Collin’s great grand dam realised five lactations, his grandmother was good for nine lactations and the figure for his dam Hirse Sia now stands at eight. The component percentages of these cows are also phenomenal: all three generations have milk lists with more than 4% protein and around 6% fat.

Good scores for longevity and somatic cell count

Collin’s daughters stand out for their extremely high component percentages, correct legs and open build. They also score high for durability, somatic cell count and fertility. Collin has aAa code 432, which is a very popular combination in the Jersey breed. Collin is also the highest but one tested Jersey bull for fat and protein percentages in the Netherlands.

What do farmers say about Collin daughters?

Farmers are exceptionally satisfied with Collin daughters. They have good scores for somatic cell count and daughter fertility and have good quality udders. They are functional cows that perform well in the herd.