ProCROSS Experience - Richard Park in Kendal, UK.

In 2001 Richard started using VikingRed (Swedish Red) on his Holstein cows. Initially the idea was to move to pure Swedish Red, having the health traits of these cows in mind. A healthier cow is what was needed at Low Sizergh Farm, as a movement towards organic milking was made. Even though the first cross between Holstein and Swedish Red was excellent; the second and third cross with Swedish Red missed some consistency. It was here that Montbeliarde was included in the breeding program. The results have been there ever since; fertility has improved, recovery from illness is quicker, problems with mastitis and hoofs are less and components in the milk have gone up.