The Select Sires Podcast

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The Select Sires Podcast brings the latest topics from the largest global A.I. cooperative. Listen in as we discuss sires, genetic programs, breeding strategies and much more.

  1. 1D AGO

    Insights on the Next Generation of Jersey Genetic Leaders

    Marc Bolen and Herby Lutz showcase Select Sires’ elite Jersey sires that combine high production with fertility, longevity and wellness. The episode highlights leading sons of daughter-proven sires, Polled genetics, and sires excelling for JPI™, DPR, and mastitis resistance. A preview of upcoming releases rounds out this genetics-focused episode.

    31 min

  2. FEB 4

    Insights on the Next Generation of Holstein Genetic Leaders

    In this episode, we dive deep into elite cow families, next-generation genetics, and the sires shaping the future of the Holstein breed. These high-ranking genomic young sires cover performance, type, fertility, and real-world functionality in today’s herds.

    38 min

  3. JAN 21

    A Decade of Progress: Celebrating the 10-Year Partnership between Select Sires and Jerseyland Sires

    In this episode of The Select Sires Podcast, Host Ethan Haywood is joined by Herby Lutz and Tyler Boyd for an in-depth conversation on Jersey genetic development and the powerful partnership between Select Sires Inc. and Jerseyland Sires. Tune in to hear how Jerseyland’s member-driven sire development, transparency between organizations, and real-world sire performance data from partner herds continues to shape the next generation of Jersey genetics. The discussion also explores the renewed importance of daughter-proven sires and what the “modern Jersey cow of the future” truly looks like.

    37 min

  4. JAN 7

    A Deep-Dive into CowManager’s Newest Calf Health Module

    Discover how technology is reshaping calf care from day one. In this episode, Host Ethan Haywood sits down with Lori Nagel, DVM of CowManager® to explore cutting-edge youngstock monitoring, early disease detection, and how real-time data can improve calf health, welfare and lifetime performance of mature, lactating cows. If you’re looking to protect your genetic investment and raise healthier, more efficient animals, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

    26 min

  5. 12/17/2025

    December’s New Graduates Designed to Boost Herd Performance

    December sire summaries brought exciting news for Holstein and Jersey breeders as Select Sires introduced a powerful lineup of new proven graduates. With eleven new Holstein graduates and several standout Jersey additions, the additions featured exceptional diversity in pedigrees, strong performance traits, and several high-impact sires poised to influence herds worldwide.

    24 min

  6. 10/29/2025

    Showbox Sires Take You On The Road To Madison

    Are you looking at your show string and wondering which sires will make the best matings to put the next generation in the spotlight? Tim Abbott, co-owner of Showbox Sires, shares what he looks for in a great mating and how he builds on proven cow families. Host Ethan Haywood joins Tim to dive into the elite cows and heifers that have shaped the Showbox Sires program, spotlighting the powerhouse pedigrees behind these influential matriarchs. Stick around to hear about the newest additions to the Showbox Sires lineup.

    21 min

  7. 10/22/2025

    Showcase Takes You On The Road To Madison

    Everyone’s buzzing about the Maryland cow that’s redefining crossover success — and Kevin Jorgensen is calling her a true Cinderella story. In this episode, Host Ethan Haywood teams up with Kevin to spotlight MD-Locustcrest P Zuriniah (VG-89) and a lineup of standout heifers and cows that put their mark on the map at World Dairy Expo. They dive into the daughters of Showcase™ sires, highlight elite animals featured on regional farm tours, and explore the intersection of show ring glory and free stall profitability. Whether you're a pedigree enthusiast or a performance-driven producer, this episode delivers insights, inspiration, and a celebration of genetic excellence.

    21 min

  8. 09/12/2025

    August New Graduates Offer Diverse Pedigrees, Performance and Profitability

    In this episode of The Select Sires Podcast, Host Ethan Haywood passes the microphone to Jersey Development Manager Herby Lutz and Dairy Sire Marketing Coordinator Marc Bolen as they discuss the newest proven graduate in the Jersey lineup as well as some of the new values around Percent Jersey Ancestry. Then, Senior Holstein Sire Analyst Kevin Jorgensen and Rick VerBeek share great insight on recent daughter-proven sires, what they are seeing in milking daughters of these bulls, and what producers have to say about the impacts that these proven genetics are having in their herds.

    21 min
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The Select Sires Podcast brings the latest topics from the largest global A.I. cooperative. Listen in as we discuss sires, genetic programs, breeding strategies and much more.

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  • Creator
    Select Sires
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Select Sires Podcast
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