breed associations

Breed associations are organizations that support and promote specific animal breeds, primarily livestock like cattle, horses, or sheep. They set standards for breed characteristics, maintain official registries of purebred animals, and organize events like shows or sales. These associations help ensure breed purity, improve quality, and provide resources for breeders and owners. By doing so, they strengthen the breed’s reputation, support breeding programs, and preserve genetic diversity, ultimately benefiting farmers, breeders, and the industry as a whole.