Holstein

Healthy, efficient cows

What is a healthy cow worth to you? What if you didn't need to worry about reproduction, milk quality, bills and wasted time? What if your herd was simply thriving and yielding the biggest return?

VikingHolstein are resilient, medium-sized cows that are feed-efficient and produce high levels of milk and solids.

They are the kind of easy-going cow you love being around — and doesn't require too much of your attention.

VikingHolstein cows are...

Healthy
Excellent health and reproduction
High producing
High lifetime production of milk and solids
Resilient
Great genetic diversity - long-lasting
Efficient
Medium-sized cows, easy to manage

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Breed the cows of the future

Balanced breeding is the key to breeding success, and you can achieve this with VikingHolstein - as proven by the International Bull Evaluation Service Interbull.

Take a look at the comparison of the genetic level of daughter-proven Holstein bulls from different countries.

VikingHolstein sires have a high genetic level for udder health, fertility, and production traits – all key traits for supporting a sustainable and profitable dairy business.

VikingHolstein are resilient, medium-sized cows that are feed-efficient and produce high levels of milk and solids.

The breed population average for each trait is 100, and one standard deviation equals 10 units.

Find the best bulls for your herd

VikingHolstein

No. cows	535,000 (DNK, SWE, FIN)
Fat kg	470
Fat %	4.09
Protein kg	402
Protein %	3.50
Fat + Protein kg	872
Milk kg (305 days)	11,488

NAV January 2025

The rewards of genomic testing

Improved production and health with VikingHolstein

Persistency joins consistency

High NTM: the key to all-round success

VH Saade – A safe Holstein bull for heifers

Herd of the Year Finland 2023 - Ahlvik Gård

Longevity breeds long-term success

Nordic quality is crucial for Kenyan dairy breeder

High production and suitable udders

Sustainability is running a profitable business while safeguarding the environment

VH Brook is a success in Tweefontein Holstein herd

Results with VikingHolstein

NTM – shaping a strong herd at Bockerud Norstugan in Sweden

Peter is the 10th generation at Nørupgaard

Herd of the Year Sweden 2022 – Salltorp Lantbruk

"VikingGenetics cows simply do a better job"

VikingHolstein - Healthy, efficient cows

VikingHolsteins are resilient, medium-sized cows that are feed-efficient...

...and produce high levels of milk and solids.

Profit from every cow with VikingBeef Learn more

Breed for health and performance

In the Nordic countries, we have recorded the health and performance of VikingHolsteins for decades. Farmers, veterinarians, hoof trimmers, and other industry experts have been committed to registering the performance of each cow.

This effort has improved the following traits for VikingHolstein:

Fertility
Udder health
Milk solids production
Feed efficiency

Today, over 740,000 cows are recorded annually in our Nordic data system, the most complete total merit index in the world. This index gives you 90 traits of economic importance to succeed in your dairy business.

Highest lifetime production per VikingHolstein cow

At VikingGenetics, we turn big data into your accurate and reliable breeding programme.

With data and science-driven genetics, you get the lowest use of antibiotics and hormones and the highest lifetime production per cow.

We focus on animal welfare, food security, and reducing climate impact in our entire production chain.

Our partnerships with universities, research organisations, and experts across the globe give you the tools and technology you need to select the best bulls.

By choosing VikingHolstein, you continuously improve the genetic gain for each generation of your herd.

The results we track in herds around the world are rooted in the long-term relationships with our farmers. We also have a close link between research and implementation.

Imagine what VikingHolstein could do for your herd...your business...your life.

Holstein Excellence – Tips and Tricks to Boost Your Dairy Herd

Holstein Friesian cows are one of the symbols of dairy farming; nearly 75% of dairy cows worldwide belong to this breed. However, many Holstein farmers who used to select traits to boost production now struggle with herd health, fertility, and cows too large to be efficient.

So, how can dairy farmers effectively balance health, fertility, and longevity with milk production? And what can you do to make your Holstein herd more profitable and efficient?

To take a deep dive into the breed and get management tips for having healthier, more fertile Holstein cows, we invited a dairy farmer and a breeding expert to share their experience and knowledge on all things Holstein cattle.

Guests:
Leo Hansen, Dairy Manager at Härjanurme Mõis, Estonia
Hanna Driscoll, Product Manager for VikingHolstein at VikingGenetics

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