The information below has been supplied by dairy marketers and other industry organizations. It has not been edited, verified or endorsed by Hoard’s Dairyman. At the 2017 Select Reproductive Solutions® (SRS®) Conference, held June 6 to 8 in Pasco, Wash., Cris Hatch of All West/Select Sires was named SRS Specialist of the Year for his outstanding work in reproductive consulting.

“Cris Hatch started with All West in 2005. He has held many positions, from A.I. technician in a large Jersey herd to a reproductive specialist in the Central Valley of California. Cris has excelled in every position,” said Dr. Ray Nebel, vice president of technical service programs at Select Sires Inc. “He does an exceptional job in his many daily activities, which include key account manager, A.I. technician supervisor and reproductive specialist. Cris wears many hats and wears them all well.”

“Cris’ responsibilities and performance extend across many aspects of helping our customers and employees succeed,” said Jim Wells, All West/Select Sires general manager. “His passion for success is evident every day as he sets the pace for what can be accomplished. Always a team player that leads by example, Cris has built a foundation of skills through hands-on efforts in nearly every aspect of our business to create tremendous value for our cooperative. His ‘boots on the ground’ experience make him a vital part of the All West team-approach with customers. We value his thirst for knowledge, his attention to detail and his commitment to those he works with! We couldn’t be happier for him!”

Based in Plain City, Ohio, Select Sires Inc., is North America’s largest A.I. organization and is comprised of nine farmer-owned and -controlled cooperatives. As the industry leader, it provides highly fertile semen as well as excellence in service and programs to achieve its basic objective of supplying dairy and beef producers with North America’s best genetics at a reasonable price.