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Growing a Passion for Hereford Cattle
BC Junior Hereford Association has some great opportunities for youth, ages 22 and under!
Interested in Hereford and/or Hereford Influence cattle?
How to Become a Member of BCJHA?
By becoming a member of the Canadian Junior Hereford Association (CJHA), it automatically entitles youth to be a member of the BC Junior Hereford Association. Junior members can attend shows, workshops, apply for scholarships and may even have the opportunity to travel abroad!
You can sign up to be a member at the Canadian Hereford website. Click Here For More Information
Benefits of Being a Member?
Bonanza
An annual national junior Hereford cattle show where youth can develop judging, grooming, showmanship, marketing, photography, literature, and public speaking skills with many individual, team and provincial competitions. It is four days of action-packed events hosted by alternate provinces throughout Canada every summer. Click Here For More Information
Heifer Lottery
Annually a lucky few members are drawn from active members to receive certificates that can be redeemed at sanctioned Hereford sales or from sanctioned breeders for the purchase of a registered Hereford heifer. Click Here For More Information
Semen Donation
CJHA conducts a draw annually to award donated semen to juniors who enter and nominate their females. This is a great opportunity to improve youth's breeding program by having access to free semen to artificially inseminate their own females from some of the top bulls in the industry. Click Here For More Information
Leadership Opportunities
The CJHA is headed by a National Council comprised of two elected representatives and one adult advisor from each of the provincial Junior Hereford associations. From the 14 elected representatives a president, vice-president, secretary and communications officer are elected. The delegates are responsible for organizing and administering the many projects of the association.
Scholarship Opportunities
CJHA members have the opportunity to apply for scholarships for their post-secondary education. For more information on how to apply, be sure to check out the CJHA website. Click Here
CJHA Calendar
Each year, the CJHA creates a Hereford Calendar. It highlights significant events throughout the year and includes a gestational calendar and a quick contact list to CJHA Delegates and CHA Staff. This calendar showcases breeders across Canada through full-page and business card advertisements.
We have a great group of youth in our BC Junior Hereford Association.
We would love for you to come and join us!
Contact Kari Lynn, our adult advisor, for more information (250-318-3753 or karilynn@ogilviestockranch.com)
2025 BCJHA Executive
President: Delaney Ferguson
Vice-President: Evan Warkentin
Secretary: vacant
CJHA Delegates: Delaney Ferguson and Evan Warkentin
Adult Advisor: Kari Lynn Turner
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Fundraising
West Coast Seeds
There is something for every garden in the West Coast Seed Fundraiser!
A great way to support our Juniors while ordering your spring seeds!
Wild Rags
Ranch Life Wild Rags has created a one-of-a kind selection of 100% Pure Silk Wild Rags & Scarves! Check out these unique wild rags that are ONLY available during this BC Junior Hereford Association fundraiser.
Online Auction
A variety of donated items are auctioned off in a silent bidding format online through Facebook. Items are then hand delivered or shipped to the highest bidder.
Fundraising is an essential part to having a strong, functional, and active club.
Funding is used to support our members and Hereford community in activities, awards and events.
BC Junior Hereford Association
Annual Hereford Incentive Buckle Competition
Open to ALL youth in British Columbia! You do not have to be a current BCJHA member to compete!
We are excited to announce the
BC Junior Hereford Association
Hereford Buckle Awards!
In 2025, youth up to the age of 22 will be able to accumulate points
from a number of BC shows towards winning a
Hereford Silver Buckle
Awards for both the
Top Hereford Influence Steer
and
Top Registered Hereford Heifer.
Thank you to Richardson Ranch for sponsoring our first
Hereford Influence Steer Buckle
and
Thank you to Kootenay Polled Herefords for sponsoring our first
Registered Hereford Heifer Buckle
Eligible Shows:
Prospect 2000 in Kamloops, BC
Cariboo Classic Junior Steer and Heifer Show in Williams Lake, BC
IPE Youth Beef Show in Armstrong, BC
BC Ag Expo in Barriere, BC
Provincial Winter Fair in Kamloops, BC
Nechako Valley Exhibition in Vanderhoof, BC
Lakes District Fall Fair in Burns Lake, BC
Bulkley Valley Exhibition in Smithers, BC
Points accumulated from each show:
1st : 10 points
2nd : 9 points
3rd : 8 points
4th : 7 points
5th : 6 points
6th : 5 points
7th : 3 points
8th : 2 points
9th : 1 point
5 bonus points for Champion of the show
3 bonus points for Reserve Champion of the show
Same animal must be shown at all the shows
Points from each youth’s best 4 shows will be included in the tally for the award.
Eligible Hereford Heifer - Registered Hereford Heifer.
Eligible Hereford Influenced Steer - Straight bred or cross bred Hereford steer
Must be showing Hereford characteristics as defined in Bonanza regulations.
We ask that a photo of each steer to be sent to BCJHA.
Points will be tallied after the last show of the season.
In the event of a tie, we will ask each exhibitor to prepare a
1-2 minute video about why they enjoy showing Hereford or Hereford Influence cattle.
Contact our Adult Advisor, for more information!
Kari Lynn Turner, Knutsford, BC
Ph: 250-318-3753