Canadian Shorthorn shatters 100,000kg lifetime barrier in her NINTH lactation, proving longevity isn’t just impressive – it’s profitable. Find out how.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Koopycrest P Per Ali Ariel VG-85, a Canadian Milking Shorthorn from Shawn Koopmans’ herd in Picton, Ontario, has broken the breed’s lifetime production record with over 100,000kg of milk across eight lactations, demonstrating the extraordinary economic value of breeding for longevity. With impressive components (4.1% fat, 3.2% protein) and BCAs of 411-418-398, Ariel exemplifies how extended productive life dramatically reduces replacement costs, with a $2,500 heifer investment spread across eight lactations costing just $312 per lactation. The Koopycrest breeding program, which began with a single embryo purchase, has grown into a dynasty of high-producing, long-lasting cows that consistently capture production awards. Beyond economics, Ariel’s achievement highlights significant sustainability benefits, as long-lived cows reduce the environmental footprint per kilogram of milk produced while generating more calves, lower veterinary costs, and higher lifetime profits per stall.
A Canadian Milking Shorthorn has just rewritten the record books. Koopycrest P Per Ali Ariel VG-85 bulldozed through the 100,000 KG lifetime production barrier during her eighth lactation – and this production powerhouse isn’t slowing down, having recently calved for her NINTH time in early 2025.
This remarkable cow from Shawn Koopmans’ herd in Picton, Ontario, has accumulated an impressive 101,936 kg of milk, 4,177 kg of fat (4.1%), and 3,257 kg of protein (3.2%). With average BCAs of 411-418-398, Ariel isn’t just producing – she’s dominating.
FROM SINGLE EMBRYO TO DYNASTY: The Koopycrest Success Story
What began with one embryo purchase has exploded into a dominant cow family that rules CMSS production awards annually.
“Ariel has been a great cow to work with. Her combination of high production and longevity makes her special,” says Koopmans. That’s the understatement of the year.
The numbers tell the story:
- 101,936 kg lifetime milk production
- 4,177 kg fat (4.1%)
- 3,257 kg protein (3.2%)
- Seven-time Class Leader
- Seven-time Superior Production Award winner
Her daughter, Koopycrest Royalty Ali Ashlyn VG-85, continues the family tradition with multiple Class Leader and Superior Production Awards.
THE 100,000 CLUB: Elite Status in the Dairy World
Elite cow graphic
Joining the 100,000 kg club isn’t just bragging rights – it’s proof of genetic excellence combined with superior management.
The Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society recognizes these lifetime achievements because they represent the ultimate goal: animals that deliver consistent returns year after year.
Elite production with staying power. That’s the golden ticket in today’s dairy economy.
THE BOTTOM LINE: Why Ariel’s Record Matters to You
Koopycrest P Per Ali Ariel VG-85’s achievement isn’t just impressive – it’s a blueprint for profitable dairy production.
The Koopmans family’s success proves that extraordinary results follow when breeding goals align with economic realities.
In the dairy business, longevity isn’t just a virtue – it’s a profit center.
Learn more
- World Records Are Not Only Set at the Olympics – Discover how exceptional dairy cows achieve seemingly impossible production records through family genetics, management practices, and the unique qualities that contribute to both longevity and productivity.
- Longevity: The Hidden Profit Center In Your Barn – Learn why longevity combined with productivity is essential for maximizing dairy farm profitability, how to define ideal longevity, and why it takes strategic breeding decisions to build a herd that delivers long-term returns.
- Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society Honors Record-Breaking Production Champions – See how other Canadian Milking Shorthorns are setting new production records, the factors driving their success, and the breed’s growing impact on the dairy industry.
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