Production
Milk solids and productive efficiency remain essential commercial traits.
JERSEYS & GENETICSBreeding the next
Breeding the next
generation.
Pedigree information, genomic tools and a commercial mindset — all aimed at Jersey cows that perform where it matters.
OUR BREEDING DIRECTIONGenetics with a
Genetics with a
job to do.
For Maple Fern, breeding is not separate from farming. Genetic progress matters when it creates cows that suit the system.
Selection is approached with an eye to production, efficiency, functional type, health, longevity and the practical needs of a grazing dairy business.
JERSEYGENOME™
Connected to New Zealand's Jersey breeding ecosystem.
Maple Fern has been represented in Jersey New Zealand's JerseyGenome™ programme, which supports genomic testing and the identification of promising young Jersey genetics.
Programme participation and individual animal availability may change over time.
BREEDING PRINCIPLESBalanced cows over
Balanced cows over
single-trait chasing.
Function
Feet, legs, udders and overall functionality matter for working cows.
Longevity
Durability and the ability to stay productive across lactations add real value.
Health & temperament
Healthy, manageable cattle contribute to better routines for both cows and people.
PEDIGREE JERSEYS
A herd with identity.
Pedigree recording creates a clearer line of sight between breeding decisions, cow families and future genetic direction.
“Strong genetics matter most when they become efficient, productive cows in the paddock.”THE MAPLE FERN APPROACH