HSS in conjunction with the HSS Registrar, Dennis Russell of International Livestock Registries, has simplified some of the forms and the registration application process. Clarification of all rules and regulations continues to be the goal of the HSS Registry. We have implemented several suggestions submitted by members as HSS’s mission continues to be to serve our membership and streamline the registration process.
Acceptance of HSS Registration papers is still under review by the American Shorthorn Association (ASA). Given the problems we are all facing with the disruption caused by Covid-19, it may be awhile before ASA makes a final decision.
The theme for the 2020 HSS Photo Contest is “Shorthorns in Spring”, however many areas of the USA and Canada are not yet into spring weather, and it’s difficult to get good photos when weather conditions produces more mud than flowers. Therefore, we are extending the photo submission to May 31st. Hopefully this will allow more Shorthorn breeders to submit some excellent photos. Everyone is welcome to submit pictures, and as mentioned in the March News announcement, there are some great prizes for the contest winners (as voted on by all HSS members later this summer).
During these trying times HSS continues to be available to help members through promotion of Heritage Shorthorns in a multitude of ways. Contact the HSS office with any questions or suggestions.