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Objectives of Training a Dairy Judging Team . Gain a better understanding of what makes a productive and functional dairy cow Improve observation
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1. Dairy Judging Training Charles F. Hutchison, Ph.D.
LSU AgCenter
March 23 & 24, 2010
2. Objectives of Training a Dairy Judging Team Gain a better understanding of what makes a productive and functional dairy cow
Improve observation & evaluation skills
Improve decision making skills and organizational skills
Improve critical thinking skills
3. Objectives of Training a Dairy Judging Team Improve communication skills
Public Speaking
Speaking concisely
Taking Notes
Organizing thoughts
Being a team member
Build Self Confidence
4. Fundamentals Recognize the different breeds of dairy cattle
Learn the parts of the dairy cow
Learn what traits and parts are important
Evaluate and compare to the ideal
Learn comparative terminology
Evaluate and make a decision.
Prepare and organize their thoughts and decisions; and present them in a logical, clear, concise and convincing manner both orally and written.
5. State Contest Conducted at LSU AgCenter Dairy Farm on Campus
All classes will be Holsteins
3 Classes of lactating cows
3 Classes of heifers
Placing on all 6 classes
Oral reasons on the 3 classes of cows at the 4-H Mini-farm building
6. RESOURCES www.holsteinfoundation.org
CEV videos and DVDs
Other Agents
Live animal training sessions
7. Breeds of Dairy Cattle 7 Major Breeds and Several Minor or Rare Breeds