First-Generation Ohio Dairy Farmer Builds National Holstein Program

Etgen-Way Holsteins continues building a nationally recognized herd focused on quality milk production.

HARROD, Ohio (RFD News)Holstein Association USA is highlighting how one Ohio farm family’s daily routine centers around their registered Holstein cattle.

Etgen-Way Holsteins is owned and operated by first-generation dairy farmer Ty Etgen, who manages a herd of roughly 100 registered Holsteins.

Etgen has earned national recognition for his milk production by Holstein Association USA with the 2023 Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder award.

The award recognizes registered Holstein breeders between the ages of 21 and 40 for their accomplishments within the dairy industry and their commitment to preserving and advancing registered Holstein cattle.

Holstein Association USA recently celebrated 140 years of serving dairy farmers across the country.

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Knoxville native Neal Burnette-Irwin is a graduate from MTSU where he majored in Journalism and Entertainment Studies. He works as a digital content producer with RFD News and is represented by multiple talent agencies in Nashville and Chicago.


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