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New pictures Koepon
At the Groninger Rundveeshow Alger Meekma pictured some donor cows from Koepon. Several out of the Red Range cowfamily, but also from the Regan-Joy Durham Regenia and Koepon Classy cowfamilies!... Read more
GenHotel members are breeding new NVI toppers!
In the female category, several calves from GenHotel members score in the top of the Netherlands and Flanders... Read more
Two times EX-91 at Willem's Hoeve
The classifier has visited the farm of family de Jong and the Rita cowfamily blew him away again! The 11 2yr olds were classified 85.4 in average amd 3 older cows were classified again and highered their scores to VG-85, VG-87 en VG-89! But a few days later the classifier came back with a collegue to check if some cows could get excellent and yes, two Willem's Hoeve Rita member were classified EX-91 with EX-93 and EX-92 for their great mammary systems!... Read more
Manders Klassic 7090 P in the female top 50 of april!
We are thrilled to announce the April European Top 50 gTPI Female Rankings! This important list recognizes the best female animals, showcasing those that excel in performance, health, and longevity. These exceptional females set a high standard in the industry and lead the way for future improvements in Holstein breeding across Europe. One standout is Manders Klassic 7090 P, one of the highest-scoring polled heifers this April, bred by Manders Holsteins in Europe.... Read more
Videokeuring Ommen brings euphora for De Wijde Blik
At this year’s annual online show, De Wijde Blik showcased De Wijde Blik Marilino 5, a Gold Medal daughter descended from the Dutch Marie 389 VG-89. Recently, participants celebrated the results, and Marilino 5 won a beautiful place in the finals.... Read more
WKF Holsteins bred several VG scoring heifers
The recent classificatio at WKF Holsteins was a great success. Two-year olds from various international cow families drew attention and received impressive VG scores. Here’s an overview of the highlights!... Read more
New RZG April indexes still highlight key players
In the April 2025 index update, the SingleStep method was introduced in the German breeding value system 'RZG'. From now on, indexes of the Holstein and Red Holstein breeds are calculated using this single-step approach. Despite these changes and the basic adjustments, there are still consistent frontrunners among both the young genomic bulls and daughter proven sires compared to December.... Read more
Holbra Holsteins impressives with two new VG-87 2-yr-olds!
Following their recent show successes, a classification took place this week in the Holbra Holsteins barn, during which thirteen 2-yr-olds and two cows were scored. This brought two first-calvers from the Malon branch of the Golden-Oaks Mark Prudence EX-95 cow family. Both heifers are also granddaughters of the well-known EX-90 Jetset daughter, Holbra Malon 8.... Read more
The new Miss Betuwe 2025 is..
The De Jonge family, owners of Willem's-Hoeve Holsteins, and their partners celebrated a resounding success at the 19th Bloesemshow last weekend. The title of Miss Betuwe has been awarded to the Willem's-Hoeve stable several times, but this year was particularly special. Willem's-Hoeve Jmw Applause 26 Red, a young red Moovin RC daughter, has become the youngest, red titleholder to date. She is co-owned by Metz, Nuij, and De Jong.... Read more
Bull proofs USA April 2025
In America, the April 2025 breeding values for bulls have been published, with the 5-year base adjustment being implemented again and... Read more
New pictures Koepon
At the Groninger Rundveeshow Alger Meekma pictured some donor cows from Koepon. Several out of the Red Range cowfamily, but also from the Regan-Joy Durham Regenia and Koepon Classy cowfamilies!... Read more
Videokeuring Ommen brings euphora for De Wijde Blik
At this year’s annual online show, De Wijde Blik showcased De Wijde Blik Marilino 5, a Gold Medal daughter descended from the Dutch Marie 389 VG-89. Recently, participants celebrated the results, and Marilino 5 won a beautiful place in the finals.... Read more
WKF Holsteins bred several VG scoring heifers
The recent classificatio at WKF Holsteins was a great success. Two-year olds from various international cow families drew attention and received impressive VG scores. Here’s an overview of the highlights!... Read more
Holbra Holsteins impressives with two new VG-87 2-yr-olds!
Following their recent show successes, a classification took place this week in the Holbra Holsteins barn, during which thirteen 2-yr-olds and two cows were scored. This brought two first-calvers from the Malon branch of the Golden-Oaks Mark Prudence EX-95 cow family. Both heifers are also granddaughters of the well-known EX-90 Jetset daughter, Holbra Malon 8.... Read more
Awesome scores for 2-yr-old Luster P milkers from the Warsi family!
Last week, a small group of cows was classified at Sudena & Wilskracht Holsteins. Two first-calving descendants from the Warsi cow family received outstanding scores during this. Queen of the herd De Oosterhof DG Rose RDC also received a new score, allowing her to earn the prestigious Sterkoe 1 predicate.... Read more
Brotherly triumph: the rise of Lakeside Ups Red Range's proven sons!
The performances of three full brothers stand as a remarkable achievement! The April 2025 evaluation once again illuminated the incredible breeding potential of Lakeside Ups Red Range VG-86. At least three of her sons—3STAR OH Ranger Red, Koepon OH Ryder Red, and Koepon OH Robin Red—have risen to the top rankings across several countries. Moreover, other half-brothers have also made their mark at the top!... Read more
Batouwe Junior Holsteins is expanding fast!
The 16 year old Gert's first purchase, BJH MV Emma Red, calved for the 3rd time last week. The red Lindenright Moovin RDC-daughter has been inseminated four times during her life and has calved three times, resulting in four daughters!... Read more
Impressive round of scores for Diepenhoek Holsteins
Seven 2-yr-olds, both Holstein and Red Holstein, from Diepenhoek Holsteins were recently classified with scores from GP-84 to VG-87. The highest scores were for members of the Diepenhoek Rozelle family.... Read more
A new bull dam from the Des-Y-Gen Planet Silk family
Diekers 3STAR Tequila P Red GP-83 (VG-88 MS) is now an active 10th generation bull from the American Des-Y-Gen Planet Silk RDC EX-90 cow family. The partnership of De Oosterhof, Diekers Holsteins, and GenHotel has resulted in the sale of her homozygous polled son to CRV last year, showcasing the strength of this lineage.... Read more
ZB Holsteins presents extraordinary opportunities this week:
Züchtbetrieb Böttjer presents an exciting opportunity this week! This Wednesday, February the 26th at 6:30 pm at the Masterrind Exclusive Sale, the German ZB Holsteins will feature three remarkable young heifers, each with outstanding and impressive pedigrees!... Read more
Big win for Westside Annie 149!
The Wintershow in Etten-Leur was a highly anticipated event for GenHotel members Batouwe Holsteins, De Rith Holsteins, Ritmaster Holsteins, and Oostvogels VOF! A standout moment was the recognition of Westside Annie 149, bred and owned by the Oostvogels family, who was named the Public's Favorite!... Read more
Wilder Suntime 1 Red bringing great genetic potential!
During the 2023 GenHotel Selection Sale, Wilder Holsteins offered an intriguing heifer calf, Wilder Suntime 1 Red. She stood out as the top gTPI Delta Cartoon P Red daughter and came with an impressive RZG index of 161 gRZG. Since then, this Cartoon P Red daughter has proven to be an exceptional brood cow; she is currently milking well and has recently been classified as well!... Read more
GenHotel members are selling their exclusive genetics tonight!
Tonight, there will be another sale where our members will showcase their best genetics! You can follow this event online and potentially add a new cow family to your herd. This evening, some GenHotel members are offering top calves with exceptional genetic indexes, including the highest polled and red-and-white Shield RC daughter, as well as the number one red-and-white polled heifer in Europe!... Read more
Last chance, buy today at the GenHotel Selection Sale!
Last week, the GenHotel Selection Sale began, and numerous bids have already been placed. This means that many lotnumbers have been sold already! However, don’t worry; we still have a variety of beautiful and interesting heifers available to buy. So, make sure to place your bids today!... Read more
Allround red carrier Enclave out of bull dam Trent-Way-Js Rolvo-Red VG-87
The young lot 14 Trent-Way HWH Roxy RDC [A2A2 & BB] brings good scores of 3007 gTPI and 153 gRZG that are accompanied by huge components, high longevity and good indexes for somatic cell count. Her American genes give her a unique position as one of the few offspring of the Trent-Way-Js Rolvo-Red VG-87 branch of Morningview Super Roxy RDC EX-90 in Europe!... Read more
Fancy granddaughter to Star of the Breed 2021!
The Star of the Breed recognition is awarded annually to one registered Holstein that exemplifies outstanding production combined with exceptional conformation. Blondin Goldwyn Subliminale EX-97 has had an unparalleled career regarding lifetime production and show titles, earning the prestigious Star of the Breed title in 2021 at the age of 13.... Read more
Absolute top gTPI and gNVI red carrier for sale!
With 3122 gTPI and 420 gNVI, 3STAR OH Shield RDC daughter 3STAR RM Martie RDC is one of the highest tested red carrier heifer calves in Europe! A unique highlight that makes this heifer an important key in the European Gold-N-Oaks S Marbella VG-89 cow family!... Read more
Early Handout P with 158 gRZG-SiSt
Lakeside UPS Red Range VG-86, recognized as the Global Red Impact Cow of 2021, has an exceptional great-granddaughter: HLB 3STAR Rosanna Red, which is set to be auctioned. This Handout P Red daughter is a standout, boasting remarkable RZG scores that firmly establish her as one of the top Handout P Red daughters in Germany.... Read more
Red & polled from the Bomaz Delta cow family!
Discover an exceptional opportunity, where you can acquire a heifer calf from the renowned AI-bull breeding family of Bomaz Delta 7173. Meet Sanderij Roxanne P Red, boasting an impressive RZG index of 153 gRZG, currently positioned as the number 3 red Can PP RDC daughter in the German breeding system. Anticipate even greater achievements following the Single Step adjustment in April 2025!... Read more
Polled Heatwave P Red backed by 8 gen. averaging EX-91.8
The GenHotel Selection Sale brings ZB Space P Red, a young heifer calf descended from the legendary brood cow Jeffrey-Way Formation Tate EX-93. Tate is also the sixth dam of the reigning Supreme & Grand Champion at the Royal Winter Fair: Jeffrey-Way Hard Rock Twigs EX-94!... Read more
GenHotel members are breeding new NVI toppers!
In the female category, several calves from GenHotel members score in the top of the Netherlands and Flanders... Read more
Manders Klassic 7090 P in the female top 50 of april!
We are thrilled to announce the April European Top 50 gTPI Female Rankings! This important list recognizes the best female animals, showcasing those that excel in performance, health, and longevity. These exceptional females set a high standard in the industry and lead the way for future improvements in Holstein breeding across Europe. One standout is Manders Klassic 7090 P, one of the highest-scoring polled heifers this April, bred by Manders Holsteins in Europe.... Read more
New RZG April indexes still highlight key players
In the April 2025 index update, the SingleStep method was introduced in the German breeding value system 'RZG'. From now on, indexes of the Holstein and Red Holstein breeds are calculated using this single-step approach. Despite these changes and the basic adjustments, there are still consistent frontrunners among both the young genomic bulls and daughter proven sires compared to December.... Read more
Bull proofs USA April 2025
In America, the April 2025 breeding values for bulls have been published, with the 5-year base adjustment being implemented again and... Read more
4-2025 gNVI Rankings: New red leaders emerge
The first proof run of 2025 brings some new leaders for gNVI, with notable entries among both Red and Holstein bulls. Bulls that successfully made their way onto these lists as young genomics bulls continue to rise to the top based on the performance of their daughters. As a result, the current top 10 list for red and white daughter proven bulls is predominantly filled with bulls bred by GenHotel members.... Read more
3STAR HWH Britt P Red is breaking all records!!
Meet 3STAR HWH Britt P Red, an exceptional heifer calf sired by Koepon Simply Red. She boasts impressive scores of 168 gRZG-SiSt and 547 gNVI. Bred and owned by HWH Holsteins & GenHotel, Britt P Red is currently recognized as the top polled red-and-white heifer in the world, pushing the boundaries of Holstein breeding!... Read more
The remarkable legacy of Mabel continues
The purchase of Maybelline Tual in 2016 opened up exciting possibilities for De Oosterhof and GenHotel, as she was one of the most genetically fascinating heifers in Europe at that time. This family possesses remarkable genetics! The genes of the French Rubicon daughter are still significantly represented, leading to impressive results, particularly through Tual's top breeding daughter, K&L OH Mabel.... Read more
Full sisters take top spots in the R&W gNVI rankings!
In an impressive showing, two full sisters have claimed the second and third positions on the Red gNVI genomics list. These interim results feature 3STAR Olde Shari Red (468 gNVI) and 3STAR Olde Shine Red (460 gNVI), both owned by John van Oldeniel and GenHotel.... Read more
USA genomic results females
In December and January, several females from GenHotel members received American genomic results. Here are a number of newly tested females,... Read more
Bull proofs USA December 2024
In America, the December 2024 breeding values for bulls have been published, with several well-known, but also some new bulls at the top of the TPI ranking.... Read more
Additions to the list of sire of sons
After the December 2024 proof run, new, interesting sires with high scores in various systems came to light. Partly because of this, and the changing availability of already introduced sires of sons, the list of sires of sons on our website could be updated.... Read more
RUW features a 3STAR Signal P progeny group
This Friday, the Rinder Union West herdbook will host its annual Highlight Sale. In addition to the sale, they will spotlight the breeders of their bulls and present daughter groups. Last year they featured daughters of K&L Sputnik RDC; this year, the focus will be on the daughters of the proven 3STAR Signal P, who earned his first proven RZG in December.... Read more
New additions to list with sire of sons
After the April 2024 index run, the special selected list with sire of sons on the GenHotel website has been updated. Bulls that have been sufficiently used have now made way for a number of impressive, debuting bulls. With this we start this year's spring with a new top list. We like to introduce some new available bull to you:... Read more
New all-rounder 3STAR OH Shield RDC is available!
At the end of 2023, the young sire 3STAR OH Shield RC, bred by De Oosterhof and GenHotel, became available at Semex. This very high and complete red factor Progenesis Monteverdi son is expected to become very successful and could have a major impact on the global Holstein population!... Read more
GenHotel's list with sire of sons is resfreshed!
After the April 2023 index run, GenHotel has updated the list with sire of sons. Some bulls have been replaced by a number of impressive debuting high genomic young sires. With this we start the spring of 2023 with a new top list and we intoduce some newly available bull sires to you.... Read more
Van het Zomerbloemhof excels in West Flanders
During the annual market in Gistel, Flanders, the provincial show of West Flanders was held. Rock-solid was exhibitor and GenHotel member Van het Zomerbloemhof, who participated with two excellent cows in the senior class.... Read more
3STAR OH Ranger-Red, international frontier!
We waited for the pictures of the star within the Red Holstein breed: 3STAR OH Ranger-Red. Recently there has been a lot of interest in both Ranger Red and his dam Lakeside UPS Red Range VG-86, and this interest will grow much further in the coming period!... Read more
Veenhuizer K&L JT Jameson, a real sensation!
The pitch-black De L'Avenir Jetset son Veenhuizer K&L JT Jameson made a strong debut in the December 2020 RZG proven list, where he was placed 5th with 152 RZG. At the April 2021 proof he still manages to maintain his 5th place.... Read more
Two times EX-91 at Willem's Hoeve
The classifier has visited the farm of family de Jong and the Rita cowfamily blew him away again! The 11 2yr olds were classified 85.4 in average amd 3 older cows were classified again and highered their scores to VG-85, VG-87 en VG-89! But a few days later the classifier came back with a collegue to check if some cows could get excellent and yes, two Willem's Hoeve Rita member were classified EX-91 with EX-93 and EX-92 for their great mammary systems!... Read more
The new Miss Betuwe 2025 is..
The De Jonge family, owners of Willem's-Hoeve Holsteins, and their partners celebrated a resounding success at the 19th Bloesemshow last weekend. The title of Miss Betuwe has been awarded to the Willem's-Hoeve stable several times, but this year was particularly special. Willem's-Hoeve Jmw Applause 26 Red, a young red Moovin RC daughter, has become the youngest, red titleholder to date. She is co-owned by Metz, Nuij, and De Jong.... Read more
Holbra Sonya 2 wins regional senior championship!
Last weekend, the Fokveeshow Lochem took place where Holbra Holsteins had a fantastic day, winning the Holstein Senior Championship. In a highly competitive section for older dairy cows, Holbra Sonya 2 EX-90, a Claynook Casper daughter, triumphed and was recognized by the jury as having the best udder in her category.... Read more
First 'grande' title for Drouner Cosmo 1836 VG-89
It’s been over a week since the Albring family enjoyed their big win at the season’s first show. The Drouner Holsteins herd picked up several awards, but the highlight was Cosmo 1836, an Alligator daughter, who snagged her first Grand Championship as a 3,8 yr-old, accomplished by Marieke Albring.... Read more
Holbra Halo Red P wins Res. Champion Videokeuring Sivolde
At this year’s Videokeuring by VVB Silvolde, the jury and photo crew traveled through the east of the Netherlands to check out a several (Red) Holstein first milking competing for the win. Among the heifers were several daughters of bulls bred by GenHotel and its members. This year, a red standout from the Holmer family was awarded, a K&L Drouner Augustus P Red daughter 10 months in production.... Read more
Best udder for Koepon Star Range 78 RDC
Koepon Genetics had a successful day at the annual Groninger Rundveeshow last Saturday, where their first calver, a Star P RDC daughter, won the title for Best Udder among the 2-yr-olds.... Read more
Wilt Elaya achieves 2nd place again at the Schau der Besten
The annual Schau der Besten once again showcased the impressive achievements of Wilt Elaya from Büscherhoff Holsteins, Nesslage, and AM Holsteins. This success highlights the quality of the VG-87 Haniko daughter, who has been in production for 14 months.... Read more
Batouwe Belladonna EX-92 back in the game!
Last Saturday, the FVZH Winteshow took place in Noordeloos-NL, where Batouwe (Junior) Holsteins participated with their animals and achieved impressive results in a highly competitive environment. One of the standout contestants was Batouwe Belladonna EX-92, sired by Jordy, which was among the favorites of the day, and ultimately reaching the finals.... Read more
Great wins at the Dutch HHH-sHow!
The annual Holland Holstein Herd show was once again a great experience, as several GenHotel members showcased their cows and came home with impressive titles.... Read more
NRP Holsteins is living the ultimate dream!
A dream came true for Norwin Piet. With his homebred NRP Awesome Amberlee Red EX-91 he managed to conquer the Grand Championship yesterday during the Veekeuring Fryslân!... Read more