Kudos to the California Jersey breeders who fared well in competitions held during All American festivities in Louisville.

BW Tanner Tammie L412 was named winner of the inaugural lifetime cheese production class. She also was Reserve Overall Premier Performance Cow and won the NASCO International Type and Production Award. She is owned by Brentwood Farms, Orland.

Cody Rocha, Gustine, placed third in the junior yearling class of the open show with Codemic Minister Jenna. Regina Pozzi, Valley Ford, placed third in the intermediate yearling class of the junior show and fifth in the open show with Underground Dominica Mamie. Other Jersey breeders to place among the top 10 were Jacqueline A. Kisst, Ripon, and Blake Renner, Fortuna.

Kelli Carstensen of Petaluma, right, was named second alternate at the National Jersey Queen contest. She also won senior showmanship and was recognized for placing fourth in the 2010 National Youth Achievement Contest.