Prelude has taken a tremendous setback on the
Canadian proof system. Many AI units around the world have more
Prelude sons than any other sire. Needless to say, this has caused
widespread consternation. In my opinion, based on many
observations of Preludes here in Ohio, there is very little cause
for concern. We saw five milking Preludes at the World Dairy Expo.
While they did not win, they were outstanding individuals.
By the way, It is not true that Prelude was bred only to the
best cows. Here in Ohio, he was used primarily on high index cows.
In my opinion, the high index cows that we see here in Ohio are
below average type and not necessarily the best producers in their
respective herds.