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A
warm welcome is extended to all Jersey enthusiasts on June 20,
when Lyon Jerseys will host the Iowa Jersey Picnic. The
festivities begin at noon.
Directions to the farm:
From the intersection of Highway 30 and 63 in Toledo, go north
on Highway 63. Go east on either 270th Street or E-43 and then
turn onto K Avenue. The farm address is 2621 K Avenue, Toledo.
Joe 641/484-3129
Eric 641/484-2299
Stuart 641/484-6890 |
Iowa Summer
Picnic |
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There has been recent A.I. interest in Lyon Character (left).
A son by "Jevon" will be heading to Genex/CRI when he passes
his health tests and several other organizations have
expressed interest. |
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With the April 2009 genetic evaluations, Lyon Jerseys is ranked among the top 110 herds in the
nation for JPI, with an average JPI of +90. Lyon
Character is ranked #169 for JPI with an index of +239. |
Genetic
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During the first quarter of 2009, several members of the herd earned
distinctions for their production.
Lyon
Kelli made a Hall of Fame
record of 3,025 lbs. cheese yield. Lyon Jayce and Lyon
Michael Joan made Honor Roll records of 3,069 lbs. cheese
yield and 3,095 lbs., respectively.
CLICK HERE to learn
more about Hall of Fame and Honor Roll records. |
Hall of
Fame and Honor Roll Records
First Quarter 2009 |
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The
herd was appraised in April 2009 and Lyon Jerseys is now home
to 44 Excellent and 258 Very Good cows and has an average
appraisal of 83.9%. We have 14 new Excellents. Lyon Future
Betwixed is now E-93% and Lyon Golden Cafe is now E-92%. |
Herd
Appraisal |
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Congratulations Duffy Lyon for receipt of an Honorary
Membership in the American Jersey Cattle Association - the
second time a woman has been bestowed with such an honor.
CLICK HERE for more details. |
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Duffy Lyon recently created a life-size bronze Jersey for the
new milking facilities at Iowa State University.
CLICK HERE for details on the
unveiling ceremonies. |
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