Who is the Canadian Junior Hereford Association?
The Canadian Junior Hereford Association (CJHA) is a national organization for youth governed by youth. It is an affiliate of the Canadian Hereford Association (CHA). The objectives of the CJHA are to foster and encourage the interest of youth in agriculture, and more specifically the breeding, raising and promotion of Hereford cattle in Canada. This is carried out by developing their knowledge, leadership skills, and community interest through participation in the organizations activities. The association motivates young individuals who are interested in the Hereford breed through education, commerce, and events, which will help them be knowledgeable cattle people and better citizens. Members of the CJHA are under 21 years of age and have paid their one-time membership fee of $15. This fee automatically entitles Juniors to be members of their provincial association as well. With over 1,000 members, the CJHA is envied by other beef breeds in Canada and throughout the world for its acti