IHFA Young Members Association

🌟 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬 – 𝐈𝐇𝐅𝐀 𝐘𝐌𝐀 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔🌟

With Club Qualifiers kicking off in the coming weeks and it being just over 4 weeks until National YMA Finals 2026 we thought we would take the opportunity to re-introduce our two outstanding judges who will take centre stage at this year's event!

🐄 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐞𝐥 𝐘𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 – 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬
A highly respected breeder and exhibitor from Logan Holsteins, Scotland, Michael brings a wealth of experience and expertise. With an unmatched record in calf showing and multiple Champion Handler titles at the All Breeds All Britain Calf Show, Michael’s eye for quality and presentation makes him a fantastic addition to the judging panel.

🐄 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐞 – 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩
One of the UK’s most accomplished young dairy exhibitors, Alison has built an incredible reputation in both calf showing and showmanship. With major wins including Showmanship Champion at UK Dairy Expo and the prestigious Holstein UK President’s Medal, Alison’s passion and dedication to the industry truly shine.

We are thrilled to welcome both judges to Ireland and look forward to seeing them in the centre of the ring on 21st–22nd July🙌

Best of luck to all in their Club Qualifiers in the coming weeks and we look forward to seeing you all back in Kilkenny for what is always the highlight of the YMA Calendar!💥