WEBVTT 00:00:08.650 --> 00:00:11.429 Hello, and welcome back to the Bullvine Podcast. 00:00:11.789 --> 00:00:14.550 I'm your host, and today, folks, I've got a story 00:00:14.550 --> 00:00:17.850 for you that is quite simply astounding. It's 00:00:17.850 --> 00:00:20.910 a tale of dedication, of family, of incredible 00:00:20.910 --> 00:00:24.109 vision, and let's be honest, some truly beautiful 00:00:24.109 --> 00:00:26.949 cows. We're talking about a farm that has reached 00:00:26.949 --> 00:00:29.710 a pinnacle in dairy breeding that most can only 00:00:29.710 --> 00:00:33.450 dream of. Imagine this, breeding not one, not 00:00:33.450 --> 00:00:37.350 10, not even 100, but 415 excellent classified 00:00:37.350 --> 00:00:42.240 cows. Yes, you heard that right, 415 EX cows. 00:00:42.719 --> 00:00:45.799 In an entire country, that's a monumental achievement, 00:00:46.100 --> 00:00:48.840 and that's exactly what Bosdale Farms has accomplished 00:00:48.840 --> 00:00:51.960 right here in Canada. This isn't just a number, 00:00:52.060 --> 00:00:54.700 it's a testament to over half a century of grit, 00:00:54.939 --> 00:00:57.799 unwavering faith, and some of the most precise, 00:00:57.859 --> 00:01:00.119 thoughtful breeding decisions you'll ever encounter. 00:01:00.460 --> 00:01:03.159 Behind this incredible success story is the Bos 00:01:03.159 --> 00:01:06.200 family, a multi -generational team whose passion 00:01:06.200 --> 00:01:08.739 and hard work have placed them firmly among the 00:01:08.739 --> 00:01:11.659 legends of Canadian dairy. So grab a coffee, 00:01:11.780 --> 00:01:14.120 settle in, because I want to take you on their 00:01:14.120 --> 00:01:17.540 incredible journey. This is the story of Bosdale 00:01:17.540 --> 00:01:20.540 Farms, the legacy behind Canada's most excellent 00:01:20.540 --> 00:01:23.239 cows. You know, some success stories seem to 00:01:23.239 --> 00:01:26.340 happen overnight. A flash in the pan, a lucky 00:01:26.340 --> 00:01:29.400 break. Well, let me tell you, the Bosdale story, 00:01:29.659 --> 00:01:32.579 it's the polar opposite of that. This is a story 00:01:32.579 --> 00:01:35.640 built brick by brick, decision by decision, generation 00:01:35.640 --> 00:01:39.950 by generation. Our story begins way back in December 00:01:39.950 --> 00:01:43.709 1972. Bastian Boss, the patriarch, along with 00:01:43.709 --> 00:01:46.689 his four sons, John, Gerald, Ed, and Pete, they 00:01:46.689 --> 00:01:48.689 started with what you'd call humble beginnings. 00:01:49.129 --> 00:01:52.269 An unclassified commercial herd, about 80 milking 00:01:52.269 --> 00:01:55.250 cows. Nothing fancy, nothing out of the ordinary, 00:01:55.530 --> 00:01:57.930 just a family looking to make a life in dairy. 00:01:58.129 --> 00:02:00.310 They first decided to classify their herd in 00:02:00.310 --> 00:02:03.510 1976. Now, for those of you who might be new 00:02:03.510 --> 00:02:06.400 to this, Classification is basically a scorecard 00:02:06.400 --> 00:02:09.460 for a cow's physical traits, how well she's built, 00:02:09.599 --> 00:02:12.419 how functional she is. And those first results? 00:02:12.719 --> 00:02:16.000 Well, they were modest. They had 45 cows score 00:02:16.000 --> 00:02:19.979 good, another 45 good plus, and just two, only 00:02:19.979 --> 00:02:23.240 two, that managed to hit very good. And excellent 00:02:23.240 --> 00:02:26.800 cows? Not a single one in sight. Zero. Think 00:02:26.800 --> 00:02:28.939 about that starting point. It's a long way from 00:02:28.939 --> 00:02:32.680 415, isn't it? Their very first excellent classification. 00:02:33.310 --> 00:02:35.389 a moment I'm sure is etched in their memories, 00:02:35.590 --> 00:02:39.150 didn't arrive until November 7th, 1980. That 00:02:39.150 --> 00:02:41.590 first EX cow must have felt like winning the 00:02:41.590 --> 00:02:44.810 lottery. It was a huge milestone, a sign that 00:02:44.810 --> 00:02:47.229 maybe, just maybe, they were on the right track. 00:02:47.930 --> 00:02:50.409 But here's where the real story of their perseverance, 00:02:50.750 --> 00:02:54.229 their sheer tenacity, begins to shine. Are you 00:02:54.229 --> 00:02:56.930 ready for this? They didn't achieve their second 00:02:56.930 --> 00:03:01.860 EX classification until July 23rd, 1991. That's 00:03:01.860 --> 00:03:04.960 nearly 11 years later. 11 years between their 00:03:04.960 --> 00:03:08.020 first and second excellent cow. Let that sink 00:03:08.020 --> 00:03:11.680 in. Most people, and I mean most people, would 00:03:11.680 --> 00:03:13.939 have probably thought, well, maybe this high 00:03:13.939 --> 00:03:16.419 -type breeding isn't for us. Maybe we should 00:03:16.419 --> 00:03:19.099 focus elsewhere. They might have given up on 00:03:19.099 --> 00:03:21.860 that particular dream, but not the boss family. 00:03:22.379 --> 00:03:24.639 That tells you something profound about their 00:03:24.639 --> 00:03:27.080 character, their belief in their vision, and 00:03:27.080 --> 00:03:30.060 their patience. Oh, the patience. And you know 00:03:30.060 --> 00:03:32.979 what? That patience, that unwavering belief, 00:03:33.280 --> 00:03:36.180 it eventually paid off. And it paid off in a 00:03:36.180 --> 00:03:39.639 big way. In 1993, Bosdale Farms earned their 00:03:39.639 --> 00:03:42.159 first Master Breeder Shield from Holstein, Canada. 00:03:42.699 --> 00:03:45.219 Now, for those outside the dairy world, think 00:03:45.219 --> 00:03:47.120 of a Master Breeder Shield as winning the Stanley 00:03:47.120 --> 00:03:50.439 Cup or an Olympic gold medal, but for dairy cattle 00:03:50.439 --> 00:03:53.939 breeding. It recognizes years, often decades, 00:03:54.159 --> 00:03:56.740 of breeding cows that excel in both production 00:03:56.740 --> 00:03:59.879 and confirmation, generation after generation. 00:04:00.460 --> 00:04:03.000 It's the ultimate accolade. And they didn't just 00:04:03.000 --> 00:04:05.580 do it once. They've earned that prestigious shield 00:04:05.580 --> 00:04:09.840 three times. Three master breeder shields. That's 00:04:09.840 --> 00:04:12.240 entering dynasty territory, folks. Fast forward 00:04:12.240 --> 00:04:15.120 to today, and Bosdale Fall Farms is something 00:04:15.120 --> 00:04:19.120 truly awe -inspiring. They're milking 250 cows 00:04:19.120 --> 00:04:22.300 across two locations. But they haven't just stuck 00:04:22.300 --> 00:04:25.720 to dairy. They've diversified. They have a 900 00:04:25.720 --> 00:04:28.560 -sow farrowing barn, two finishing barns for 00:04:28.560 --> 00:04:31.829 pigs, and they're farming 1 ,700 acres, growing 00:04:31.829 --> 00:04:35.889 corn, beans, wheat, and alfalfa. This isn't just 00:04:35.889 --> 00:04:38.490 a dairy farm anymore. It's a significant agricultural 00:04:38.490 --> 00:04:42.529 enterprise, employing 15 people. And at its heart, 00:04:42.569 --> 00:04:44.569 it remains one of the world's most respected 00:04:44.569 --> 00:04:48.350 breeding programs for Holstein cattle. So the 00:04:48.350 --> 00:04:50.649 question everyone asks, the question I'm sure 00:04:50.649 --> 00:04:53.250 is on your minds right now is, what's their secret? 00:04:53.790 --> 00:04:56.689 How on earth does a farm go from zero henleys, 00:04:56.689 --> 00:05:00.250 excellent cows, to 415? How do you build that 00:05:00.250 --> 00:05:03.290 kind of legacy? Well, it all boils down to their 00:05:03.290 --> 00:05:05.649 breeding philosophy. And it's a philosophy that's 00:05:05.649 --> 00:05:08.470 beautifully simple in its concept, but incredibly 00:05:08.470 --> 00:05:11.490 disciplined in its execution. They've always 00:05:11.490 --> 00:05:14.350 centered on confirmation excellence. Breeding 00:05:14.350 --> 00:05:16.730 cows that are structurally sound, beautifully 00:05:16.730 --> 00:05:20.490 balanced, but, and this is crucial, always with 00:05:20.490 --> 00:05:24.120 practical, economic considerations in mind. They 00:05:24.120 --> 00:05:26.959 put it this way, and I quote, We have always 00:05:26.959 --> 00:05:29.439 believed that breeding for a well -balanced high 00:05:29.439 --> 00:05:31.639 -type cow achieves the highest profitability. 00:05:32.160 --> 00:05:35.360 An excellent cow is a good benchmark for longevity. 00:05:35.699 --> 00:05:39.060 We see our profitability per cow being maximized 00:05:39.060 --> 00:05:41.180 with cows that continue to keep themselves in 00:05:41.180 --> 00:05:44.500 the herd. Listen to that again. Cows that continue 00:05:44.500 --> 00:05:47.500 to keep themselves in the herd. That's the key. 00:05:47.980 --> 00:05:51.399 This focus on confirmation, on type as we call 00:05:51.399 --> 00:05:53.870 it, isn't just about winning ribbons at the local 00:05:53.870 --> 00:05:56.370 show though believe me they've won their fair 00:05:56.370 --> 00:05:59.370 share of those too it's about creating functional 00:05:59.370 --> 00:06:03.089 durable long -lasting cows cows that stay healthy 00:06:03.089 --> 00:06:06.050 breed back easily and deliver high quality milk 00:06:06.050 --> 00:06:09.410 over many lactations cows that are simply put 00:06:09.410 --> 00:06:12.990 profitable because they stick around their breeding 00:06:12.990 --> 00:06:15.410 decisions the ones they make every single day 00:06:15.410 --> 00:06:18.509 revolve around three critical areas three pillars 00:06:18.509 --> 00:06:21.810 of a great dairy cow udders feet and legs, and 00:06:21.810 --> 00:06:25.529 rumps. Think about it. A fantastic udder is essential 00:06:25.529 --> 00:06:28.310 for milk production and health. Strong feet and 00:06:28.310 --> 00:06:30.810 legs are crucial for mobility, for getting to 00:06:30.810 --> 00:06:33.649 the feed bunk, for comfort, especially as cows 00:06:33.649 --> 00:06:36.709 get older. And a good rump structure? That's 00:06:36.709 --> 00:06:39.129 important for calving ease and overall strength. 00:06:39.769 --> 00:06:42.470 Get these right, and you're building a cow that's 00:06:42.470 --> 00:06:45.949 built to last. Now, having a philosophy is one 00:06:45.949 --> 00:06:48.220 thing. Putting it into practice consistently, 00:06:48.459 --> 00:06:51.120 year after year, decade after decade, that's 00:06:51.120 --> 00:06:53.279 where the magic, or rather the hard work, really 00:06:53.279 --> 00:06:56.220 happens. The Boz family's approach to genetic 00:06:56.220 --> 00:07:00.019 selection isn't about chasing trends. It's methodical, 00:07:00.120 --> 00:07:03.560 it's personalized, and it's patient. Here's how 00:07:03.560 --> 00:07:05.579 they describe their process for choosing which 00:07:05.579 --> 00:07:08.879 bull to mate with which cow. When selecting sire 00:07:08.879 --> 00:07:12.079 matings, we begin by analyzing each cow, including 00:07:12.079 --> 00:07:15.300 her breakdowns, her strengths, and her weaknesses. 00:07:15.959 --> 00:07:18.459 Then we select a sire that will most adequately 00:07:18.459 --> 00:07:21.220 produce progeny that will see genetic improvement 00:07:21.220 --> 00:07:24.399 over the dam in these areas. It's like being 00:07:24.399 --> 00:07:27.139 a master tailor. You're not just grabbing any 00:07:27.139 --> 00:07:29.920 fabric. You're looking at the individual, seeing 00:07:29.920 --> 00:07:32.959 what fits, what needs to be enhanced, what needs 00:07:32.959 --> 00:07:35.399 to be corrected. They're not just hopping on 00:07:35.399 --> 00:07:38.399 the bandwagon of the latest, hottest, young genomic 00:07:38.399 --> 00:07:42.279 sire with no proven daughters yet. No, their 00:07:42.279 --> 00:07:45.180 advice, and it's advice they live by. is stay 00:07:45.180 --> 00:07:48.800 current always using the best proven bulls proven 00:07:48.800 --> 00:07:51.959 bulls bulls that have already demonstrated through 00:07:51.959 --> 00:07:54.040 their daughters that they can deliver the goods 00:07:54.040 --> 00:07:57.000 this steady consistent approach has allowed them 00:07:57.000 --> 00:07:59.620 to make continuous genetic progress avoiding 00:07:59.620 --> 00:08:02.879 those wild swings that roller coaster ride that 00:08:02.879 --> 00:08:05.339 can sometimes come with relying too heavily on 00:08:05.339 --> 00:08:09.060 less proven more volatile genetics it's a marathon 00:08:09.060 --> 00:08:11.920 not a sprint and they've paced themselves perfectly 00:08:12.639 --> 00:08:14.759 You know, a farm with this level of success, 00:08:15.019 --> 00:08:18.360 spanning over 50 years, it doesn't happen without 00:08:18.360 --> 00:08:21.420 an incredible team. And at Bosdale, that team 00:08:21.420 --> 00:08:24.560 is family. This isn't just a business. It's a 00:08:24.560 --> 00:08:27.519 family legacy, built and maintained by multiple 00:08:27.519 --> 00:08:30.680 generations working side by side. Ed and John 00:08:30.680 --> 00:08:33.379 Boss, two of Bastian's sons, they've been there 00:08:33.379 --> 00:08:36.500 since day one. Imagine the changes they've seen, 00:08:36.600 --> 00:08:39.080 the challenges they've overcome, the triumphs 00:08:39.080 --> 00:08:41.970 they've celebrated together. And now, the next 00:08:41.970 --> 00:08:44.909 generation is deeply involved, each bringing 00:08:44.909 --> 00:08:47.570 their unique talents and passion to the operation. 00:08:48.149 --> 00:08:51.809 There's Josh, Justin, Peter, and Ben. Peter, 00:08:51.870 --> 00:08:54.190 for instance, he's managing a secondary dairy 00:08:54.190 --> 00:08:57.129 that the family recently acquired. But he's not 00:08:57.129 --> 00:08:59.649 just there. He's also heavily involved with the 00:08:59.649 --> 00:09:02.049 shows, with marketing and sales for their elite 00:09:02.049 --> 00:09:05.210 genetics, and he's out in the fields too. Justin, 00:09:05.309 --> 00:09:07.409 he's focused on the day -to -day herd management, 00:09:07.690 --> 00:09:10.799 a massive job in itself. and he works closely 00:09:10.799 --> 00:09:13.279 with his father on those critical breeding strategies 00:09:13.279 --> 00:09:16.840 we just talked about. Ben, he's got the crucial 00:09:16.840 --> 00:09:19.980 role of overseeing calf raising, the future of 00:09:19.980 --> 00:09:23.240 the herd. He's also diving into research on profitable 00:09:23.240 --> 00:09:26.019 dairy practices, always looking for an edge, 00:09:26.120 --> 00:09:28.759 and he handles equipment and cropping responsibilities. 00:09:29.419 --> 00:09:32.379 And Josh, he's been instrumental in bringing 00:09:32.379 --> 00:09:35.379 new technologies into the operation, finding 00:09:35.379 --> 00:09:38.419 that perfect sweet spot between innovation and 00:09:38.419 --> 00:09:41.259 the time -tested traditions that have made Bosdale 00:09:41.259 --> 00:09:44.799 what it is. I was really struck by how the brothers 00:09:44.799 --> 00:09:48.179 describe working together. They said, and I quote, 00:09:48.879 --> 00:09:51.460 Working together as brothers comes with a greater 00:09:51.460 --> 00:09:54.379 responsibility towards each other in facing life's 00:09:54.379 --> 00:09:57.460 challenges. We have enjoyed that mentality of 00:09:57.460 --> 00:09:59.740 being there for each other in challenging situations, 00:10:00.120 --> 00:10:02.620 as well as other things like a late -night filling 00:10:02.620 --> 00:10:07.190 silo or calving cows. Wow. a greater responsibility 00:10:07.190 --> 00:10:10.409 towards each other. That really says it all, 00:10:10.470 --> 00:10:13.210 doesn't it? That's the kind of bond, that shared 00:10:13.210 --> 00:10:16.250 commitment, that mutual support, that builds 00:10:16.250 --> 00:10:19.529 something truly special, something lasting. It's 00:10:19.529 --> 00:10:21.610 not always easy working with family, as many 00:10:21.610 --> 00:10:24.450 of us know, but when it clicks, when that respect 00:10:24.450 --> 00:10:26.909 and shared purpose are there, it's an incredibly 00:10:26.909 --> 00:10:29.909 powerful force. And at Bosdale, it's clearly 00:10:29.909 --> 00:10:33.210 clicking. Now, every truly great breeding operation 00:10:33.740 --> 00:10:36.519 every farm that achieves this kind of consistent 00:10:36.519 --> 00:10:40.600 excellence has its cornerstone cow families these 00:10:40.600 --> 00:10:43.500 are the matriarchs the lines of cows that just 00:10:43.500 --> 00:10:46.840 seem to have that magic touch consistently producing 00:10:46.840 --> 00:10:49.179 daughters and granddaughters that are better 00:10:49.179 --> 00:10:53.299 than themselves at bosdale two names stand out 00:10:53.299 --> 00:10:56.840 the portrait family and the barbie family these 00:10:56.840 --> 00:10:59.899 families haven't just stumbled into success they've 00:10:59.899 --> 00:11:02.080 earned their esteemed status through generations 00:11:02.080 --> 00:11:06.139 of consistent outstanding performance. The family 00:11:06.139 --> 00:11:08.759 notes they are successful because they continue 00:11:08.759 --> 00:11:11.779 to breed high -type productive cows that repeatedly 00:11:11.779 --> 00:11:14.779 transmit good genetics from generation to generation. 00:11:15.240 --> 00:11:18.740 It's that repeatability, that consistency, that 00:11:18.740 --> 00:11:21.659 breeders dream of. And the story of the Portrait 00:11:21.659 --> 00:11:24.720 family? Oh, it perfectly illustrates that blend 00:11:24.720 --> 00:11:27.860 of strategic thinking, a bit of daring, and that 00:11:27.860 --> 00:11:30.159 timely decision -making that has been a hallmark 00:11:30.159 --> 00:11:33.500 of Bosdale's breeding program. Ed Boz shared 00:11:33.500 --> 00:11:36.620 a pivotal moment, a real what -if moment that 00:11:36.620 --> 00:11:39.679 changed their trajectory. He said, and I'm sharing 00:11:39.679 --> 00:11:41.840 this directly because it's such a great insight. 00:11:42.700 --> 00:11:45.379 We had a really exciting young counselor daughter, 00:11:45.580 --> 00:11:48.019 a two -year -old, and while she was going through 00:11:48.019 --> 00:11:50.460 her health tests, we decided to take a single 00:11:50.460 --> 00:11:53.679 flush from her because, unfortunately, she had 00:11:53.679 --> 00:11:56.399 to be culled because she was open, meaning she 00:11:56.399 --> 00:12:00.230 wasn't pregnant. This single flush resulted in 00:12:00.230 --> 00:12:03.529 Bosdale Stardust Portrait, who became the second 00:12:03.529 --> 00:12:07.690 dam of the famous outside portrait. Without doing 00:12:07.690 --> 00:12:10.330 that, without making that decision to flush her 00:12:10.330 --> 00:12:12.450 right then and there, the portrait family would 00:12:12.450 --> 00:12:15.129 not have been nearly as big a part of Bosdale 00:12:15.129 --> 00:12:18.669 as they are today. Think about that. One decision, 00:12:18.889 --> 00:12:22.289 one flush from a promising young cow that for 00:12:22.289 --> 00:12:24.509 health reasons wasn't going to stay in the herd. 00:12:24.870 --> 00:12:27.929 That single act of foresight. of recognizing 00:12:27.929 --> 00:12:30.389 the genetic potential even when the cow herself 00:12:30.389 --> 00:12:33.769 couldn't stay, created a genetic line that became 00:12:33.769 --> 00:12:36.570 absolutely central to their entire breeding program. 00:12:37.090 --> 00:12:39.909 It's a powerful reminder that sometimes in breeding, 00:12:40.049 --> 00:12:42.309 you have to seize those fleeting opportunities. 00:12:42.970 --> 00:12:46.090 It shows how recognizing those moments and having 00:12:46.090 --> 00:12:48.629 the courage to act can make all the difference 00:12:48.629 --> 00:12:52.289 in the world. What a story. So we've talked about 00:12:52.289 --> 00:12:55.230 their philosophy, their family, their cow families. 00:12:55.710 --> 00:12:58.350 But what about technology? In a world that's 00:12:58.350 --> 00:13:01.490 changing so fast, how does a farm with such deep 00:13:01.490 --> 00:13:04.210 roots in traditional breeding methods approach 00:13:04.210 --> 00:13:07.950 modern innovations? Well, Bosdale approaches 00:13:07.950 --> 00:13:10.950 new technologies with the same thoughtful consideration 00:13:10.950 --> 00:13:14.929 they apply to everything else. They have a deep 00:13:14.929 --> 00:13:17.309 respect for those tried and true breeding methods, 00:13:17.509 --> 00:13:20.610 the cow sense that comes from decades of experience. 00:13:21.370 --> 00:13:23.789 but they're not afraid to incorporate new tools 00:13:23.789 --> 00:13:26.210 that can enhance their operation. Their approach 00:13:26.210 --> 00:13:29.009 to genomic testing is a perfect example of this 00:13:29.009 --> 00:13:32.350 balanced perspective. Now, genomic testing gives 00:13:32.350 --> 00:13:34.870 us a DNA -based prediction of an animal's future 00:13:34.870 --> 00:13:37.889 genetic merit even before she has her first calf. 00:13:38.230 --> 00:13:41.409 It's a powerful tool. The Boz family acknowledges 00:13:41.409 --> 00:13:44.169 this. They say genomic testing can provide a 00:13:44.169 --> 00:13:46.610 baseline for genetic selection across a herd. 00:13:47.070 --> 00:13:49.889 However, and this is a big however for them, 00:13:50.009 --> 00:13:53.059 they believe, and I quote, a much higher degree 00:13:53.059 --> 00:13:55.679 of reliability can be seen through knowing and 00:13:55.679 --> 00:13:58.799 understanding individual cows, knowing how cow 00:13:58.799 --> 00:14:01.740 families and bulls transmit, using bulls with 00:14:01.740 --> 00:14:04.360 proven numbers, and using that information to 00:14:04.360 --> 00:14:08.100 pinpoint your sire selection. So, they don't 00:14:08.100 --> 00:14:11.240 dismiss genomics entirely. They use it selectively 00:14:11.240 --> 00:14:13.879 for a baseline measure on certain traits where 00:14:13.879 --> 00:14:17.299 data may be inadequately measured. But, and this 00:14:17.299 --> 00:14:19.980 is their core belief, They maintain that nothing 00:14:19.980 --> 00:14:23.179 should override good common cow sense with proven 00:14:23.179 --> 00:14:26.620 cow families. It's that blend again, using the 00:14:26.620 --> 00:14:29.700 new but trusting the proven. It's wisdom in action. 00:14:30.279 --> 00:14:32.679 Perhaps one of the most significant technological 00:14:32.679 --> 00:14:35.340 advancements they've embraced at Bosdale has 00:14:35.340 --> 00:14:37.779 been the incorporation of robotic milking systems. 00:14:38.059 --> 00:14:42.200 This is a big step for any dairy. The decision 00:14:42.200 --> 00:14:45.039 to expand their operation using robots came from 00:14:45.039 --> 00:14:47.559 a very practical desire. They wanted to grow 00:14:47.559 --> 00:14:50.710 the farm. to milk more cows but without substantially 00:14:50.710 --> 00:14:54.029 increasing their labor requirements labor is 00:14:54.029 --> 00:14:56.350 a challenge for everyone in agriculture as we 00:14:56.350 --> 00:14:59.889 all know the family explains we decided to expand 00:14:59.889 --> 00:15:02.370 with robots because we wanted to continue to 00:15:02.370 --> 00:15:04.990 grow the farm and still be able to manage it 00:15:04.990 --> 00:15:08.330 without adding to our labor we continue to work 00:15:08.330 --> 00:15:11.210 with both systems to maximize the herd's potential 00:15:11.210 --> 00:15:14.789 so they have traditional tie stall facilities 00:15:14.789 --> 00:15:17.629 where much of this breeding success was forged 00:15:18.120 --> 00:15:20.379 and they also have these modern robotic milking 00:15:20.379 --> 00:15:24.480 systems. This combination really shows how practical 00:15:24.480 --> 00:15:27.899 and adaptable they are. They're embracing innovation 00:15:27.899 --> 00:15:30.980 where it makes sense for their goals while maintaining 00:15:30.980 --> 00:15:33.740 the practices that have proven successful for 00:15:33.740 --> 00:15:36.379 them over decades. It's not about choosing one 00:15:36.379 --> 00:15:38.320 over the other. It's about finding the right 00:15:38.320 --> 00:15:41.500 mix for Bosdale. So, what truly drives them? 00:15:41.659 --> 00:15:44.679 After 50 years, after all the accolades, the 00:15:44.679 --> 00:15:47.480 challenges, the sheer hard work, What keeps the 00:15:47.480 --> 00:15:50.419 Boz family going? What fuels their passion for 00:15:50.419 --> 00:15:53.299 dairy breeding? When asked this, their answer 00:15:53.299 --> 00:15:56.100 is one that just makes you smile. It's succinct, 00:15:56.139 --> 00:15:58.820 it's a bit cheeky, but it's profoundly true for 00:15:58.820 --> 00:16:02.019 so many dedicated breeders. They say, life is 00:16:02.019 --> 00:16:06.139 too short to milk ugly cows. I love that. It's 00:16:06.139 --> 00:16:09.740 honest, it's memorable. But behind that quip, 00:16:09.799 --> 00:16:12.419 as you can imagine, lies a much deeper truth 00:16:12.419 --> 00:16:15.389 about what motivates the Boz family. It's that 00:16:15.389 --> 00:16:17.789 relentless, continuous pursuit of improvement, 00:16:18.049 --> 00:16:20.450 the pursuit of excellence in everything they 00:16:20.450 --> 00:16:31.169 do. They explain, The family doesn't just see 00:16:31.169 --> 00:16:33.610 their work as farming. They describe it as the 00:16:33.610 --> 00:16:36.570 pursuit of excellence. They acknowledge the realities. 00:16:37.090 --> 00:16:39.870 Farming is hard work, they say. No one in this 00:16:39.870 --> 00:16:42.669 industry would argue with that. But, they add, 00:16:43.049 --> 00:16:45.389 When every new calf has the opportunity to become 00:16:45.389 --> 00:16:47.950 your next big show cow, your next star brood 00:16:47.950 --> 00:16:50.950 cow, or lifetime production cow, it makes farming 00:16:50.950 --> 00:16:54.509 a passion and not just a job. Every new calf. 00:16:54.889 --> 00:16:57.889 Every single one represents possibility, potential, 00:16:58.230 --> 00:17:01.129 promise. It's that hope, that dream of breeding 00:17:01.129 --> 00:17:04.369 the next great one, that transforms the daily 00:17:04.369 --> 00:17:07.630 grind into a passionate pursuit. That's what 00:17:07.630 --> 00:17:09.849 gets them up in the morning. That's what keeps 00:17:09.849 --> 00:17:12.210 them going through long nights during calving 00:17:12.210 --> 00:17:15.579 season, or harvest. It's a fire in the belly 00:17:15.579 --> 00:17:18.420 that clearly hasn't dimmed one bit over all these 00:17:18.420 --> 00:17:21.819 years. Now we've talked a lot about the triumphs, 00:17:21.819 --> 00:17:25.140 the Forden 15 excellent cows, the master breeder 00:17:25.140 --> 00:17:27.980 shields, but it's important to remember that 00:17:27.980 --> 00:17:30.619 a journey of this length, especially in farming, 00:17:30.779 --> 00:17:34.220 is never without its profound challenges. The 00:17:34.220 --> 00:17:36.500 path to becoming Canada's leader in excellent 00:17:36.500 --> 00:17:39.660 cow classifications wasn't a straight easy line. 00:17:40.190 --> 00:17:42.609 We already talked about that incredible 11 -year 00:17:42.609 --> 00:17:46.190 gap between their first and second EX cow. That 00:17:46.190 --> 00:17:48.670 alone tells you about the patience and resilience 00:17:48.670 --> 00:17:53.470 required. What makes the achievement of 415 excellent 00:17:53.470 --> 00:17:56.890 cows even more remarkable is when you truly understand 00:17:56.890 --> 00:17:59.450 the Holstein classification system. To achieve 00:17:59.450 --> 00:18:01.890 an excellent score, a cow has to demonstrate 00:18:01.890 --> 00:18:04.529 exceptional confirmation, that's her physical 00:18:04.529 --> 00:18:07.690 structure, across multiple, very specific trait 00:18:07.690 --> 00:18:11.259 categories. These aren't just pretty cows in 00:18:11.259 --> 00:18:13.759 a show ring sense. These are functionally superior 00:18:13.759 --> 00:18:16.759 animals, built to produce milk efficiently, stay 00:18:16.759 --> 00:18:20.480 healthy, and last for many, many years. For context, 00:18:20.740 --> 00:18:23.759 in most herds, even very good herds, only a small 00:18:23.759 --> 00:18:26.200 percentage of cows ever achieve excellent status. 00:18:26.420 --> 00:18:29.960 To have 415 individual animals reach this benchmark, 00:18:30.240 --> 00:18:32.640 it just speaks volumes about the consistency 00:18:32.640 --> 00:18:35.559 of Bosdale's breeding program, their unwavering 00:18:35.559 --> 00:18:38.289 commitment to type, all while maintaining high 00:18:38.289 --> 00:18:41.750 levels of production. They haven't sacrificed 00:18:41.750 --> 00:18:44.769 one for the other. They've built this excellence 00:18:44.769 --> 00:18:48.150 one generation at a time. Their approach has 00:18:48.150 --> 00:18:51.049 been methodical, patient. They've focused on 00:18:51.049 --> 00:18:54.130 steady, incremental improvement across generations 00:18:54.130 --> 00:18:57.710 rather than chasing quick, flashy results or 00:18:57.710 --> 00:19:01.230 blindly following every new trend. This is so 00:19:01.230 --> 00:19:04.079 evident in how they select their matings. always 00:19:04.079 --> 00:19:06.500 looking to address specific weaknesses in a cow 00:19:06.500 --> 00:19:09.839 while building upon her existing strengths. We 00:19:09.839 --> 00:19:12.420 talked about the portrait family and that strategic 00:19:12.420 --> 00:19:16.039 flush. That really exemplifies this generational 00:19:16.039 --> 00:19:18.839 thinking. They weren't just thinking about that 00:19:18.839 --> 00:19:21.440 one cow, they were thinking about her potential 00:19:21.440 --> 00:19:24.460 descendants. By making those kinds of astute 00:19:24.460 --> 00:19:27.339 decisions, they've built genetic lines that continue 00:19:27.339 --> 00:19:30.779 to produce exceptional animals, generation after 00:19:30.779 --> 00:19:34.309 generation. It's like building a dynasty. This 00:19:34.309 --> 00:19:36.990 long -term perspective, it extends to their bull 00:19:36.990 --> 00:19:39.450 selection as well. While many breeders today 00:19:39.450 --> 00:19:41.769 might be tempted to chase the newest genomic 00:19:41.769 --> 00:19:44.789 young sires, the ones with exciting DNA profiles 00:19:44.789 --> 00:19:48.430 but no actual daughters on the ground yet, Bosdale 00:19:48.430 --> 00:19:51.029 has largely maintained their focus on proven 00:19:51.029 --> 00:19:53.990 bulls. Bulls with daughter performance, they 00:19:53.990 --> 00:19:57.609 can see, they can touch, they can trust. This 00:19:57.609 --> 00:19:59.750 doesn't mean they're stuck in the past, not at 00:19:59.750 --> 00:20:03.079 all. They simply value reliability and predictability 00:20:03.079 --> 00:20:05.480 when making those crucial breeding decisions 00:20:05.480 --> 00:20:08.480 that will shape their herd for years to come. 00:20:09.299 --> 00:20:12.240 One of the most impressive aspects of the Bosdale 00:20:12.240 --> 00:20:14.779 story, beyond the cows themselves, is how they've 00:20:14.779 --> 00:20:17.279 navigated the complexities and challenges of 00:20:17.279 --> 00:20:19.460 running a multi -generational family business. 00:20:20.500 --> 00:20:23.380 It's one thing to be a great cow breeder. It's 00:20:23.380 --> 00:20:25.799 another to successfully integrate multiple family 00:20:25.799 --> 00:20:28.740 members, multiple generations into a thriving, 00:20:28.880 --> 00:20:32.400 harmonious operation. With so many family members 00:20:32.400 --> 00:20:35.359 involved, they've found ways to leverage everyone's 00:20:35.359 --> 00:20:37.900 individual strengths while maintaining a clear, 00:20:37.980 --> 00:20:41.279 unified vision for the farm. Their approach to 00:20:41.279 --> 00:20:43.859 management sounds straightforward, but it's clearly 00:20:43.859 --> 00:20:47.259 effective. Each family member has specific roles 00:20:47.259 --> 00:20:50.680 and responsibilities. Breeding decisions, which 00:20:50.680 --> 00:20:53.210 are so critical to their identity, are typically 00:20:53.210 --> 00:20:55.890 managed by a smaller focused group within the 00:20:55.890 --> 00:20:59.730 family this structure provides clarity accountability 00:20:59.730 --> 00:21:02.769 and ensures everyone can contribute meaningfully 00:21:02.769 --> 00:21:06.029 to the farm's overall success the involvement 00:21:06.029 --> 00:21:09.430 of that next generation josh justin peter and 00:21:09.430 --> 00:21:12.369 ben whom we mentioned earlier has been absolutely 00:21:12.369 --> 00:21:15.650 key they're not just waiting in the wings they 00:21:15.650 --> 00:21:18.509 are actively shaping the future of bosdale bringing 00:21:18.509 --> 00:21:22.009 new perspectives new energy and specialized skills 00:21:22.009 --> 00:21:25.069 to the operation. Josh's focus on technology 00:21:25.069 --> 00:21:27.869 integration, Justin's hands -on involvement in 00:21:27.869 --> 00:21:30.750 herd management and breeding strategy, Peter's 00:21:30.750 --> 00:21:32.990 skilled management of their secondary location, 00:21:33.349 --> 00:21:35.730 and his work in marketing, and Ben's dedication 00:21:35.730 --> 00:21:38.849 to calf raising and innovative research, all 00:21:38.849 --> 00:21:41.589 these contributions are vital to the farm's continued 00:21:41.589 --> 00:21:45.210 evolution and success. Successfully integrating 00:21:45.210 --> 00:21:48.230 multiple generations is a hurdle many family 00:21:48.230 --> 00:21:51.309 farms struggle with. and some, sadly, don't overcome. 00:21:51.910 --> 00:21:54.990 So Bosdale's accomplishment in this area, this 00:21:54.990 --> 00:21:58.210 family harmony and shared purpose, is in my opinion, 00:21:58.329 --> 00:22:00.869 just as noteworthy as their incredible breeding 00:22:00.869 --> 00:22:04.069 success. It's the human foundation upon which 00:22:04.069 --> 00:22:07.069 all those excellent cows are built. And like 00:22:07.069 --> 00:22:10.390 all families, like all farm operations, Bosdale 00:22:10.390 --> 00:22:12.589 has faced its share of significant challenges, 00:22:12.890 --> 00:22:16.279 its heartbreaks. None they share. was more devastating 00:22:16.279 --> 00:22:18.519 than the loss of their son and brother, Timothy, 00:22:18.700 --> 00:22:22.160 on May 1, 2020. A loss like that is profound. 00:22:22.380 --> 00:22:25.740 It changes a family forever. And for the Boz 00:22:25.740 --> 00:22:28.720 family, this unimaginable loss reinforced for 00:22:28.720 --> 00:22:31.720 them, in their own words, how precious life is, 00:22:31.799 --> 00:22:34.539 that every day is a gift from our Heavenly Father, 00:22:34.680 --> 00:22:36.940 and that we must be forever thankful for what 00:22:36.940 --> 00:22:40.019 He has given us. It's a perspective born from 00:22:40.019 --> 00:22:44.190 sorrow, but filled with grace. They've also navigated 00:22:44.190 --> 00:22:47.029 that universal challenge one many family farms 00:22:47.029 --> 00:22:49.869 face, growing the operation and incorporating 00:22:49.869 --> 00:22:52.670 the next generation so that everyone can feel 00:22:52.670 --> 00:22:55.769 that they are a part of the farm's success. Their 00:22:55.769 --> 00:22:58.009 structured approach to management with clear 00:22:58.009 --> 00:23:00.769 roles and responsibilities directly addresses 00:23:00.769 --> 00:23:04.490 this, ensuring everyone has a stake, a voice, 00:23:04.569 --> 00:23:07.609 and a sense of belonging. And of course, there 00:23:07.609 --> 00:23:09.849 are the ongoing challenges inherent in the dairy 00:23:09.849 --> 00:23:12.960 industry itself. Volatile milk prices that can 00:23:12.960 --> 00:23:15.599 turn your budget upside down overnight. Rising 00:23:15.599 --> 00:23:19.299 input costs for feed, fuel, fertilizer. Labor 00:23:19.299 --> 00:23:21.799 shortages that make finding and keeping good 00:23:21.799 --> 00:23:24.839 help a constant struggle and ever -evolving consumer 00:23:24.839 --> 00:23:27.279 preferences that the industry must adapt to. 00:23:28.319 --> 00:23:31.480 Bosdale has responded to these pressures by strategically 00:23:31.480 --> 00:23:34.640 diversifying their operation, as we heard, with 00:23:34.640 --> 00:23:36.859 their hog enterprise and extensive cropping, 00:23:36.940 --> 00:23:39.519 all while remaining laser -focused on what they 00:23:39.519 --> 00:23:42.619 do best. breeding absolutely exceptional dairy 00:23:42.619 --> 00:23:45.640 cattle. Their ability to not just weather these 00:23:45.640 --> 00:23:48.480 storms, but to continue to excel, to continue 00:23:48.480 --> 00:23:51.440 to lead, speaks volumes about their resilience, 00:23:51.720 --> 00:23:54.720 their adaptability, and their unwavering commitment 00:23:54.720 --> 00:23:58.319 to their core values. As we delve deeper into 00:23:58.319 --> 00:24:01.099 the Bosdale story, it becomes abundantly clear 00:24:01.099 --> 00:24:03.380 that there's another dimension to their success, 00:24:03.680 --> 00:24:06.519 a bedrock that underpins everything they do, 00:24:06.619 --> 00:24:10.119 and that is the Boss family's faith. When you 00:24:10.119 --> 00:24:12.859 talk to them about what drives them, what shapes 00:24:12.859 --> 00:24:15.400 their decisions, their faith is central to that 00:24:15.400 --> 00:24:18.700 conversation. They view their work not just as 00:24:18.700 --> 00:24:21.019 a business, not just as a way to make a living, 00:24:21.140 --> 00:24:24.900 but as a stewardship. They see the land, the 00:24:24.900 --> 00:24:27.400 animals, the opportunities they've been given 00:24:27.400 --> 00:24:31.420 as resources entrusted to them by God. And this 00:24:31.420 --> 00:24:34.500 perspective, this deeply held belief, shapes 00:24:34.500 --> 00:24:36.900 how they approach their breeding decisions, how 00:24:36.900 --> 00:24:39.279 they manage their farm, and how they nurture 00:24:39.279 --> 00:24:43.740 their family relationships. Their hope for how 00:24:43.740 --> 00:24:46.579 Bosdale Farms will be remembered really reflects 00:24:46.579 --> 00:24:49.759 this spiritual foundation. They shared this with 00:24:49.759 --> 00:24:52.779 me, and I think it's incredibly powerful. If 00:24:52.779 --> 00:24:55.079 we were to be remembered, hopefully it would 00:24:55.079 --> 00:24:57.859 not simply be for achievements, but that those 00:24:57.859 --> 00:24:59.740 achievements would reflect on our commitment 00:24:59.740 --> 00:25:02.779 to working hard, the importance of family, and 00:25:02.779 --> 00:25:04.859 our commitment to serving our Lord and Savior, 00:25:05.000 --> 00:25:07.809 Jesus Christ. as we attempt to wisely steward 00:25:07.809 --> 00:25:10.690 the animals, land, and people that we have been 00:25:10.690 --> 00:25:14.309 given for the time we are here. Wisely steward 00:25:14.309 --> 00:25:17.589 for the time we are here. That's a profound statement. 00:25:18.130 --> 00:25:20.789 It speaks to a purpose that extends far beyond 00:25:20.789 --> 00:25:23.470 profit margins and show ribbons and classification 00:25:23.470 --> 00:25:26.670 scores. It gives a deeper meaning to the daily 00:25:26.670 --> 00:25:29.849 toil, the triumphs, and the trials of farming 00:25:29.849 --> 00:25:32.490 and breeding. It also helps to explain their 00:25:32.490 --> 00:25:35.579 remarkable long -term approach. They're not just 00:25:35.579 --> 00:25:37.779 building for today. They're building something 00:25:37.779 --> 00:25:40.619 designed to last, something that honors their 00:25:40.619 --> 00:25:44.200 beliefs, a legacy of excellence, yes, but also 00:25:44.200 --> 00:25:48.299 a legacy of faithful stewardship. So, for those 00:25:48.299 --> 00:25:50.920 listening today, especially the younger generation 00:25:50.920 --> 00:25:53.740 of breeders, those who dream of achieving even 00:25:53.740 --> 00:25:56.000 a fraction of what Bosdale has accomplished, 00:25:56.359 --> 00:25:58.980 what wisdom does this remarkable family offer? 00:25:59.400 --> 00:26:02.430 Their advice is practical. It's grounded in their 00:26:02.430 --> 00:26:05.009 decades of lived experience, and it's pure gold. 00:26:05.750 --> 00:26:08.589 They say, be patient. Success in breeding takes 00:26:08.589 --> 00:26:11.970 time and hard work. That 11 -year gap we talked 00:26:11.970 --> 00:26:15.130 about, prime example. Patience isn't just a virtue 00:26:15.130 --> 00:26:18.089 in breeding. It's a necessity. They also advise, 00:26:18.369 --> 00:26:21.150 don't be afraid to set your goals high and work 00:26:21.150 --> 00:26:23.970 towards them. They aimed for excellence, and 00:26:23.970 --> 00:26:26.589 they achieved it on an unprecedented scale. That 00:26:26.589 --> 00:26:29.509 comes from having a bold vision. And finally, 00:26:29.609 --> 00:26:32.500 a crucial piece of advice. always remember you 00:26:32.500 --> 00:26:35.940 work together with each other as a team. Patience, 00:26:35.980 --> 00:26:39.259 perseverance, ambitious goals tempered with realism, 00:26:39.339 --> 00:26:42.220 and the incredible strength of family unity and 00:26:42.220 --> 00:26:45.180 teamwork. This, in a nutshell, is what has made 00:26:45.180 --> 00:26:48.380 Bosdale Farms so phenomenally successful. Their 00:26:48.380 --> 00:26:50.740 emphasis on patience is particularly striking 00:26:50.740 --> 00:26:53.400 in today's world, isn't it? We live in an age 00:26:53.400 --> 00:26:56.359 of instant gratification, quick fixes, but breeding 00:26:56.359 --> 00:26:59.140 exceptional dairy cattle Creating animals that 00:26:59.140 --> 00:27:01.920 are both beautiful and productive and long -lasting, 00:27:02.079 --> 00:27:05.160 there are no shortcuts for that. It takes time. 00:27:05.319 --> 00:27:08.420 It takes generations sometimes. Their journey 00:27:08.420 --> 00:27:11.079 proves that persistence, that sticking to your 00:27:11.079 --> 00:27:13.579 principles even when results are slow to come, 00:27:13.759 --> 00:27:17.519 eventually pays incredible dividends. Their advice 00:27:17.519 --> 00:27:20.559 to set your goals high and work towards them, 00:27:20.640 --> 00:27:23.480 that speaks to the power of vision. Without a 00:27:23.480 --> 00:27:25.740 clear picture of what you're striving for, it's 00:27:25.740 --> 00:27:28.240 so easy to get sidetracked. to get discouraged 00:27:28.240 --> 00:27:32.480 by setbacks. Bosdale's unwavering focus on breeding 00:27:32.480 --> 00:27:35.480 those well -balanced, high -type cows that has 00:27:35.480 --> 00:27:37.880 been their North Star, guiding their decisions 00:27:37.880 --> 00:27:40.799 for over 50 years through all the changes and 00:27:40.799 --> 00:27:43.839 trends in the industry. And that reminder about 00:27:43.839 --> 00:27:46.740 teamwork? It underscores the collaborative heart 00:27:46.740 --> 00:27:49.839 of successful dairy breeding. No single person 00:27:49.839 --> 00:27:53.299 can do it all. It truly takes a dedicated team, 00:27:53.480 --> 00:27:56.769 all pulling in the same direction, working towards 00:27:56.769 --> 00:27:59.789 those shared goals. This is especially true, 00:27:59.950 --> 00:28:03.490 and often especially challenging, in family operations, 00:28:03.730 --> 00:28:05.890 where aligning multiple perspectives, multiple 00:28:05.890 --> 00:28:08.390 personalities, and multiple priorities can be 00:28:08.390 --> 00:28:11.309 tough, but oh so rewarding when you get it right, 00:28:11.430 --> 00:28:15.450 as the Bos family clearly has. Looking ahead, 00:28:15.690 --> 00:28:18.410 what's next for Bosdale Farms? After achieving 00:28:18.410 --> 00:28:21.990 so much, do they rest on their laurels? Not a 00:28:21.990 --> 00:28:24.799 chance. The Boss family maintains their commitment 00:28:24.799 --> 00:28:28.019 to strategic growth, saying simply, we will continue 00:28:28.019 --> 00:28:32.079 to grow where opportunities arise. Their focus 00:28:32.079 --> 00:28:35.000 remains crystal clear, breeding exceptional cattle 00:28:35.000 --> 00:28:37.400 and maintaining their hard -earned position as 00:28:37.400 --> 00:28:40.140 leaders in Canadian dairy genetics. With that 00:28:40.140 --> 00:28:43.339 talented next generation, Josh, Justin, Peter 00:28:43.339 --> 00:28:46.240 and Ben, now so actively and integrally involved 00:28:46.240 --> 00:28:49.940 in every facet of the operation, Bosdale is incredibly 00:28:49.940 --> 00:28:52.819 well positioned for continued success. for decades 00:28:52.819 --> 00:28:55.559 to come. You've got the experienced leadership 00:28:55.559 --> 00:28:58.599 of Ed and John who've seen it all, combined with 00:28:58.599 --> 00:29:01.160 the fresh perspectives, the specialized skills, 00:29:01.420 --> 00:29:03.920 the innovative drive of the younger generation. 00:29:04.380 --> 00:29:07.779 That's a powerful, almost unbeatable foundation 00:29:07.779 --> 00:29:11.579 for future growth and continued excellence. Their 00:29:11.579 --> 00:29:14.359 balanced, thoughtful approach to technology adoption 00:29:14.359 --> 00:29:17.119 suggests they'll continue to embrace innovations 00:29:17.119 --> 00:29:19.940 that enhance their operation, that make them 00:29:19.940 --> 00:29:22.680 more efficient, or provide new insights, but 00:29:22.680 --> 00:29:25.259 always while staying true to those core breeding 00:29:25.259 --> 00:29:27.799 principles that have served them so incredibly 00:29:27.799 --> 00:29:31.140 well for so long. The successful integration 00:29:31.140 --> 00:29:33.660 of robotic milking alongside their traditional 00:29:33.660 --> 00:29:36.660 facilities is a perfect example of their ability 00:29:36.660 --> 00:29:39.500 to evolve wisely, preserving what works while 00:29:39.500 --> 00:29:43.339 adopting what's new and beneficial. As the dairy 00:29:43.339 --> 00:29:46.079 industry continues to change, as it inevitably 00:29:46.079 --> 00:29:49.079 will, Bosdale's enduring commitment to breeding 00:29:49.079 --> 00:29:52.599 functional, profitable, long -lasting cows positions 00:29:52.599 --> 00:29:55.720 them perfectly for whatever challenges and opportunities 00:29:55.720 --> 00:29:59.559 lie ahead. Their unwavering focus on confirmation 00:29:59.559 --> 00:30:02.440 excellence, always balanced with practical economic 00:30:02.440 --> 00:30:05.660 considerations, has proven to be a winning formula 00:30:05.660 --> 00:30:08.480 through decades of industry evolution, and there's 00:30:08.480 --> 00:30:11.319 no reason to think that will change. You know, 00:30:11.420 --> 00:30:14.319 by consistently, meticulously attending to the 00:30:14.319 --> 00:30:17.519 small details, the individual cow, the specific 00:30:17.519 --> 00:30:20.569 mating, the daily chores, While always keeping 00:30:20.569 --> 00:30:22.910 their eyes on that bigger picture, that long 00:30:22.910 --> 00:30:25.650 -term vision, Bosdale Farms has achieved what 00:30:25.650 --> 00:30:28.289 very few breeding operations anywhere in the 00:30:28.289 --> 00:30:32.670 world ever accomplish. Those 415 excellent cows, 00:30:32.869 --> 00:30:35.730 they aren't just classification scores in a database. 00:30:36.029 --> 00:30:38.930 They represent the brilliant culmination of patient, 00:30:38.990 --> 00:30:41.769 dedicated breeding work across multiple generations. 00:30:42.430 --> 00:30:45.490 Generations of cattle, yes, but just as importantly, 00:30:45.730 --> 00:30:49.210 generations of the Bos family itself. In an industry 00:30:49.210 --> 00:30:51.509 that is, quite rightly, increasingly embracing 00:30:51.509 --> 00:30:54.210 technological solutions and data -driven decision 00:30:54.210 --> 00:30:57.130 -making, the Bosdale story serves as a vital 00:30:57.130 --> 00:31:00.289 and inspiring reminder. It reminds us that truly 00:31:00.289 --> 00:31:03.210 successful breeding still requires those uniquely 00:31:03.210 --> 00:31:07.089 human elements, decades of experience, keen intuition, 00:31:07.410 --> 00:31:10.450 the art of observation, that direct hands -on 00:31:10.450 --> 00:31:12.990 animal husbandry. Their story demonstrates so 00:31:12.990 --> 00:31:15.589 powerfully that true excellence isn't achieved 00:31:15.589 --> 00:31:18.480 through shortcuts or quick fixes. It's forged 00:31:18.480 --> 00:31:20.579 through the consistent, disciplined application 00:31:20.579 --> 00:31:25.359 of sound principles over a very long time. Perhaps 00:31:25.359 --> 00:31:27.940 most importantly, though, the Bosdale story reminds 00:31:27.940 --> 00:31:30.819 us that the most meaningful success, the kind 00:31:30.819 --> 00:31:33.720 that truly endures, transcends mere numbers and 00:31:33.720 --> 00:31:37.660 achievements. Their legacy isn't just about 415 00:31:37.660 --> 00:31:40.539 excellent cows or three master breeder shields, 00:31:40.720 --> 00:31:44.220 as incredible as those achievements are. It's 00:31:44.220 --> 00:31:47.619 about a family, united in purpose, working together 00:31:47.619 --> 00:31:50.640 to steward their resources wisely, to create 00:31:50.640 --> 00:31:53.279 something of lasting value and beauty, and to 00:31:53.279 --> 00:31:55.539 honor their faith through the dedicated pursuit 00:31:55.539 --> 00:31:59.039 of excellence in their daily work. As we look 00:31:59.039 --> 00:32:01.640 across the Canadian dairy landscape, and indeed 00:32:01.640 --> 00:32:04.680 the global dairy scene, few operations have made 00:32:04.680 --> 00:32:07.859 a mark as significant, as lasting, as Bosdale 00:32:07.859 --> 00:32:11.259 Farms. Their journey from that unclassified commercial 00:32:11.259 --> 00:32:15.000 herd in 1972 to becoming the breeder of the most 00:32:15.000 --> 00:32:18.059 excellent classified cows in all of Canada is 00:32:18.059 --> 00:32:20.740 a story that should inspire and teach every single 00:32:20.740 --> 00:32:23.299 one of us who is passionate about dairy breeding, 00:32:23.500 --> 00:32:26.599 about agriculture, or frankly, about achieving 00:32:26.599 --> 00:32:30.299 any difficult worthwhile goal. Their story reminds 00:32:30.299 --> 00:32:33.259 us powerfully that remarkable things are possible 00:32:33.259 --> 00:32:36.680 with patience, with persistence, with an unwavering 00:32:36.680 --> 00:32:38.720 commitment to excellence, and with a whole lot 00:32:38.720 --> 00:32:41.079 of heart. Even if those remarkable achievements 00:32:41.079 --> 00:32:44.009 take decades, or a lifetime to fully realize. 00:32:44.410 --> 00:32:47.450 What a journey. What a family. What a legacy. 00:32:48.150 --> 00:32:51.349 Bosdale Farms. Remember that name. Thank you 00:32:51.349 --> 00:32:53.390 for joining me on the Bullvine Podcast today. 00:32:53.549 --> 00:32:56.130 We'll catch you next time for more stories from 00:32:56.130 --> 00:32:57.529 the heart of the dairy industry.