August 2008 proofs saw Semex sires take 12 of the top 100 International TPI Sires listings, all over 1700 TPI, and 76 of the top 100 Canadian LPI rankings, showing that Semex sires and stud code 200 can and do Work Everywhere! Semex's 12 Top 100 International TPI Sires: NAAB TPI Name PTAM PTAF PTAP PTAT UDC FLC PL SCS NM 200HO05217 2014 VIEUXSAULE MALICIEUX-ET 2071 49 64 2.89 2.93
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Christopher Studer, Semex Alliance Ayrshire Coordinator Every four years the Ayrshire World Federation holds its conference in a different part of the world. This year the conference was held in Finland, home to the largest population of Ayrshire cows worldwide. Delegates from around the world congregated to hear conferences about the future of the breed and visit multiple herds. The visitors also had the pleasure to view a great junior handler show, a sale and the International Ayrshire Show. Semex was very well represented at this show, as we were proud to display a daughter group of six cows. The main goal of the exhibit was to show breeders the result of using Semex Ayrshire bulls in the Finnish population. Daughters of Shady Walnut Conn, Kildare Jerry, Woodlawn View Pardner and Birghdale Copper were represented in the display. Semex sired Ayrshires dominated every class in the Show who saw 161 head pass before Judge David Mayo of Semex Australia/New Zealand. Junior Show Results: · Junior Champion - Joukolan Vaavikki by 0200AY00546 Margot Calimero · Honorable Mention - Hokon Modem Lyly by 0200AY00564 Lagace Modem Senior Show Results: · Grand Champion - HH Tia Marie Sue by Woodlawn View Pardner · Reserve Champion - Kuortin Tilli by Kildare Jerry and featured in the Semex display · Honorable Mention - Majaniemen Unelma by 0200AY00002 Birghdale Copper and featured in the Semex display Semex's Ayrshire bulls have been doing well in Finland in the past few years, showing that Semex Works Everywhere! ... Read More...
The Semex Alliance is pleased to introduce their 2008-2009 Board of Directors. Elgin Craig (Gencor) will serve as President & Chairman of the Board, assisted by Gary Bowers as 1st Vice-President (Centre d'insémination artificielle du Québec, CIAQ) and by Tim Hofstra (Westgen) as 2nd Vice-President. Other members of the Board of Directors include John De Vries (Eastern Breeders Inc, EBI), Guy Lavoie (CIAQ), Norm McNaughton (Gencor) and Normand Barriault, Semex's newest board member from Carleton, Québec (CIAQ). ... Read More...

0200AY00601 Lagacé Ristourn blasted onto the scene as the top LPI Ayrshire sire marketed by Semex Alliance following the April 2008 genetic evaluations. From the Canada's famous Mode family, Ristourn has over six VG or EX dams with multiple brood stars and excellent production. His sire, B Jurist, has added the beneficial strength and production to each of his sons and daughters. noneBreaking down Ristourn's proof, exceptional production traits with positive deviations for both fat and protein dominate. On the functional side, we find Ristourn close to or above all traits, while also excelling for Herd Life, Somatic Cell Score and all calving traits. Ristourn's daughters confirm his superb conformation breakdown, displaying excellent Mammary Systems and Feet & Legs. "This is where he really excels," says Chris Studer, Semex Alliance Ayrshire Coordinator. "It is remarkable to see so much production come from such correct udders. Ristourn daughters walk correctly on a tremendous set of feet and legs, showing great heel depth." Ristourn will be an excellent outcross bull for Ayrshire populations as he has no Milkman of BBBK blood in his pedigree. Ristourn offers the complete package of production, functional traits, conformation and outcross, making him ideal for markets everywhere. ... Read More...

Semex USA is pleased to announce the promotion of Amanda Statz to Accounting Administrator. Amanda is now responsible for the following areas: accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, expense reimbursements, assisting with month-end closings and year-end audit, along with assisting with general office support. Amanda is a graduate of Edgewood College with a BS degree in Business with concentrations in management and accounting. In 2005, Amanda began her career at Semex USA as the Administrative Assistant, but was quickly promoted to a Customer Service Representative. Prior to her employment with Semex USA, Amanda worked in various jobs including accounting, office assistant, and sales associate. "I'm excited to have Amanda on board as the Accounting Administrator," says Joe Magnusson, Accounting and Finance Manager. "Her business education, work experience, and her recent successes with Semex USA make her an ideal fit for this position. I'm confident that she will continue to excel in her career with Semex." Amanda and her husband Russ reside in Waunakee, Wisconsin. For more information on Semex USA's products and services visit www.semexusa.com, call 1-800-303-BULL or contact your local Semex USA representative and see how Semex Works Everywhere! ... Read More...
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