We're PMJS Lifetime Charter Members of the Purebred Herd Book
for Mini Jerseys. We give priority for our cows to other PMJS
Lifetime Members. We're committed to breeding 100% Jersey genetics, proven by Breed Based Representation (BBR) DNA testing. We prioritize dairy traits, grain-free production, and breed each generation of true miniaturized Jerseys for improvement. We want to see our cows go to others that demonstrate a similar commitment to purity. We're also Lifetime Members of the American Jersey Cattle Association.
A2/A2 AI STRAWS:
CONVENTIONAL & Guaranteed HEIFER-SORTED STRAWS AVAILABLE
ADD WORLD-CLASS MINI JERSEY GENETICS TO YOUR HERD TODAY!!
** proven the finest purebred mini jersey bull in the world **
* HEIFER-SORTED & CONVENTIONAL STRAWS AVAILABLE*
NORTH WOODS VANGUARD -PP, BBR100 GT100K
A2/A2, HOMOZYGOUS POLLED, 40.75" AT 3+ YRS
proven downsizing bull, GRAIN-FREE GENETICS,
DNA verified pure jersey with true miniature stature
negative for; dwarfism, genetic defects, 30+ diseases
MIXED ORDERS OF STRAWS SHIP FROM HOFFMAN AI BREEDERS IN UT
ORDERS OF ONLY HEIFER-SORTED STRAWS CAN SHIP FROM MT
* GUARANTEED HEIFER! If a heifer-sorted straw results in a bull calf we'll give your a FREE heifer-sorted straw (with proof of original breeding.) Shipping, storage, & AI service are not included.
* PMJS Lifetime Members BUY ANY 10 GET 1 CONVENTIONAL STRAW FREE!!
AVAILABLE CATTLE:
* FUTURE HERD SIRE AVAILABLE, $3500*
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NORTH WOODS PIONEER, born 8/15/2023, weaned at 5 months, registered with the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA), JEUSA000175016066 {0}, and with Purebred Mini Jersey Society (PMJS), B05230060, is A1/A2 (A2/B), Kappa Casein B/B, & Beta Lactoglobulin A/B. Genomic tested Breed Based Representation (BBR) 100, pure Jersey DNA. Pioneer is expected to stay Mini at maturity and is on track to mature under 42".
Pioneer is sired by NW Vanguard-PP, 40.75" at 3+ yrs, JEUSA000174041742, PMJS B02200010, who currently resides in Canada. Vanguard was born here to NW Willow, sired by Sunshine Acres Loyal. Both parents are retested clean for common diseases as recently as 2/9/2024. Vanguard was cleared in 9/2023 after weekly testing during 2 months of quarantine for international exportable semen and CSS straws were produced.
Pioneer's dam is NW Fern, 40.5" mature height at 5 years, JEUSA000173188574, PMJS G0170001, IMCBR 6234. Fern is living out her life here and tests disease-free annually for BLV, BVD, and Johne's. She has other extensive testing prior to when we flushed her for embryos in 2020. She was sired by MPRR Little Firecracker and born into our herd to NW Ruby by Frey's Dairy Toro, who was sired by Maack Dairy Eclipes-P-ET (JEUSA000114845461). Her udder is pictured above.
Pioneer is second generation Purebred Mini Jersey. He has a small genetic stature score of -2.2, high fertility score of 2.5, very low somatic cell score (related to likelihood of mastitis) of 2.88, and wonderful temperament, rib depth and capacity. He would be an excellent choice for a Mini breeding program or creating Belfair Cattle (Dexter X Jersey). He walks well on lead, has been exposed to our young grandson, and was raised in a herd with sheep, Livestock Guardian Dogs, barn cats, chickens and Guinea Fowl. If you have 3+ acres of pasture, cows to be bred, adequate shelter and time, we'd love for you to meet him. We'll provide excellent references and ask you for references too.
We manage our herd with organic practices, make our own hay or buy from unsprayed local fields. Our water comes from a tested well. He's being raised grain-free with Thorvin Kelp, Redmond's loose minerals, and will be raised on his damn for the first 4 months. He's never had antibiotics or vaccinations. Our herd had been strictly Closed since September 2017. We're serious about biosecurity!! Our herd tests clean annually for BLV, BVD, Johne's, and has previously tested negative for 30+ diseases, including TB, Brucellosis, Q-fever, Staph A, Neospora, Mycoplasma and more.
We offer lifetime support and have a Five Star Rating on Google and Facebook. Pioneer comes with a folder of genetic testing, health care documentation, receipts, and personal notes. Registrations with AJCA and PMJS will be transferred to you at our expense. We put everything in writing. See more on Facebook at North Woods Homestead Mini Jerseys.
IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST COW, OR YOU HAVE CONCERNS ABOUT YOUR FACILITIES,
PLEASE, TALK TO US. WE'RE HAPPY TO WORK WITH FIRST TIME OWNERS.
AVAILABLE Cattle CAN OFTEN BE HELD WITH DEPOSIT FOR A PLACEMENT
WE FEEL IS IDEAL OR FOR SAFER WEATHER CONDITIONS FOR TRAVELING.
You'll need to have SHELTER, pasture, AND FENCING prepared.
WE'RE GROWING OUR HERD |
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ANNOUNCING OUR NEWEST BABIES!!
Last Updated 3/15/2024
We prioritize grass-fed genetics, dairy udder traits, A2/A2 milk, moderate production, Polled, and
Jersey DNA purity, among many other factors we take into consideration.
ANNOUNCING OUR NEWEST BABIES!!
Last Updated 3/15/2024
We prioritize grass-fed genetics, dairy udder traits, A2/A2 milk, moderate production, Polled, and
Jersey DNA purity, among many other factors we take into consideration.
- WREN is confirmed bred to A2/A2, -PP for 7/3/2024.
- LILAC is confirmed bred to A2/A2, heifer-sexed NW VANGUARD-PP for 7/20/2024.
- FLORA is bred to A1/A2, Isle of NZ CARDRONA PERU-P-ET for 11/21/2024.
- ASPEN is bred by live-cover to A2/A2, RENEGADE-PP for 11/23/2024.
- FERN is bred by live-cover to A2/A2, RENEGADE-PP for 12/17/2024.
- EMERALD will be bred to heifer-sorted A2/A2, VANGUARD-PP for 3/2025.
WE DON'T TAKE DEPOSITS ON FUTURE CALVES OR MAINTAIN A WAITING LIST. ***** We carefully match your needs with the right cow. This takes time and has the best results. Lets start a conversation and get to know what your hoping to achieve with your Purebred Mini Jersey family dairy cow. Please, be prepared to provide a Veterinarian reference, photos of your cattle shelter and pasture. We provide the same. We like to see at least 3 acres of pasture available. We want to ensure your new cow will be as happy with you as you will be with her! ***** |
Disease testing Protocal:
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU GET HEALTH SCREENING TESTS DONE BY A VETERINARIAN ON ANY COWS YOU BUY. Our Mini cows tested negative for Chondrodysplasia, the genetic defect "Bulldog Gene" that causes dwarfism in cattle. We have an extensive testing and bio-security protocol to protect our herd. We don't offer stud services for this reason. |
Our herd is tested annually for:
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Lance and Lorinda Barnes
North Woods Homestead
Priest River, Idaho
North Woods Homestead
Priest River, Idaho
God made the beasts of the earth after their kind,
and the cattle after their kind,
and everything that creeps on the ground after its kind;
and god saw that it was good.
Genesis 1:25
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