AGROSAVIA shines once again with the Romosinuano creole breed at the 2026 national livestock fair

• AGROSAVIA achieved an outstanding performance at the 2nd National Romosinuano Breed Judging Competition 2026. 

• During the event, AGROSAVIA earned 11 first-place awards, 7 championships, and 4 grand championships, achievements that reflect the breed’s genetic quality and the effectiveness of its technical management.

• These accomplishments are the result of the continuous efforts of its human talent, the rigor applied in genetic selection processes, and a sustained commitment to livestock excellence.

 

Montería, Córdoba, June 19, 2026. At the latest edition of the National Livestock Fair held in Montería, Córdoba, AGROSAVIA’s Turipaná Research Center delivered an outstanding performance at the 2nd National Romosinuano Breed Judging Competition 2026, consolidating its position as one of the leading references for the breed at the national level.

Jorge Mejía, Research Support Professional at the Corporation, stated that “during the event, 11 animals achieved first place in their respective categories, demonstrating the superiority of the specimens presented. In addition, the herd obtained 3 second-place awards, 1 third-place award, and 1 fourth-place award, highlighting the consistency of the work carried out across the different groups evaluated.” These achievements reflect the genetic quality, technical management, and continuous efforts developed through the breed selection and improvement program.

Another of the most significant accomplishments was the achievement of 7 championships, distinctions reserved for the best animals in each division. In addition, the herd secured 4 Grand Championships, the highest recognition awarded to the most outstanding specimens across the entire exhibition, further strengthening its leadership within the Romosinuano breed.

This exceptional performance was complemented by two of the most prestigious institutional recognitions awarded at the event: “Best Exhibitor,” which honors the herd with the most outstanding performance in the show ring, and “Best Breeder,” which recognizes the comprehensive work in animal selection, genetic breeding, and the development of animals bred and raised within the program itself,” added Mejía Luquez. These awards reaffirm the excellence of the breeding program and its contribution to the strengthening and conservation of the Romosinuano breed in Colombia.

Key Figures:

11 animals achieved first place in their respective categories.

7 championships were obtained.

4 Grand Championships were awarded.

Recognition as Best Exhibitor.

Recognition as Best Breeder.

With a total of 29 awards and recognitions, these results demonstrate exceptional performance and reflect a strong commitment to the genetic advancement and productivity of the Romosinuano breed. “Participation in the 2026 National Livestock Fair represents one of the most successful outcomes in the history of the breeding program, reaffirming its position as a national benchmark in the breeding, selection, and promotion of the Romosinuano breed. These achievements are the result of the continuous efforts of our team, the rigor of our genetic selection processes, and our unwavering commitment to livestock excellence,” stated Sergio Luis Mejía Kerguelen, Director of the Turipaná Research Center.