Foster & District

Agricultural Show

Judged by Matt DeCicco

There was a strong selection of cows entered into this years competition, with the 5-6 year old class having the largest number of entries. A 6 year old cow  (Paula) owner by A&J Harrison of Nerrena was crowned the winner of this class as well as the  overall champion. Paula exhibited a superb balance of strength,  style and functionality. She had tremendous width and openness through her muzzle, chest and rib, which  carried through to her impressive udder, strong rump and correct feet and leg set.

The emphasis was on functional cows that are built to last and endure the more often then not testing pasture based conditions of South Gippsland.
Cows  with strong udder attachments,  adequate dairy strength and width, good pitch to their loin and importantly sound feet and legs to ensure the ability to walk long distances on a daily basis, placed favourably.

The reserve champion cow was owned by the Jones family of Foster for a super uddered 5yr old cow and an honourable mention to a powerful 4 yr old Jersey cow (5216) from the Boyd’s of Foster who won her class.

Prizes available for collection from the Foster RSL on Wednesday 3rd March between 11am and 1pm. We will endeavour to distribute unclaimed prizes in a timely manner.