Illinois Holstein Association

06/06/2026

🚨Announcing the 𝑩𝒐𝒓𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑺𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓 𝑺𝒂𝒍𝒆!🚨

We hand selected a group of elite March calves that are ready to compete for you this summer! These are the kind of calves that will launch your program forward and into success!

✅Exceptional calves
✅Proven Genetics
✅BIG potential

❗️Attention Juniors❗️
There is an exciting opportunity to show off your skills during our live streamed showmanship contest on June 18th!

More details and information to come soon! Be on the lookout for some sneak peeks of our exciting consignments👀

06/06/2026

Illinois Holstein member Joseph Platz, 88, of Sigel, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

He spent his entire life farming, taking great pride in caring for his Holstein cattle. His love for the dairy industry extended beyond the farm as a member of the Illinois Holstein Association, where he enjoyed promoting and supporting the Holstein breed.

Showing cattle was one of Joe's greatest passions. Whether at local, state, or regional shows, he treasured the friendships, experiences, and memories made through exhibiting cattle and sharing his knowledge with others. His commitment to agriculture and the dairy community earned him the respect of fellow farmers and friends throughout the area.

View Joseph Platz's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

06/04/2026

Check out Zehrview Holsteins page for photos and videos ahead of tomorrow's sale.

05/23/2026

Dive into our extensive resources on the topic that interests you. It's like a masterclass to be explored at your own pace.

05/14/2026

Make plans to attend the 2026 Dairy Tech Tour on Thursday, July 16. Details and information can be found at illinoismilk.org

05/06/2026

We hope to see you at the 2026 Illinois Championship Holstein Show in Bloomington! Cowsmopolitan, Inc. will be there providing show coverage and live streaming champion selections on both the junior and open show days.

05/05/2026

Mark your calendar with your local district show!

04/27/2026

Congratulations to Illinois members Butlerview Farm and Luck-E Holsteins on sweeping the Premier Exhibitor and Breeder banners at today's Midwest Spring National Holstein Show.

Premier Breeder & Exhibitor – Heifer Show
Butlerview Farm, Chebanse, IL

Premier Exhibitor – Overall
Butlerview Farm, Chebanse, IL

Premier Breeder – Overall
Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire, IL

04/13/2026

Congratulations to the Illinois PDCA on a successful 78th sale! The two high sellers were both Holstein lots.

Lot 20H Milksource Alpha Tina-ET*RC
Consigner: Milksource Genetics
Buyer: Greyson Bauman, Pana, IL
$5,250

Lot 22H Luck-E Paldwyn Affinity
Consigner: Luck-E Holsteins
Buyer: Elisa Brogie
$5,200

Holstein average $2,773

Thanks to the consignors, buyers and staff that help make this sale successful!

04/03/2026

Check out Illinois PDCA Calf Sale for consignment photos!