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SIMMENTAL YOUNG MEMBERS ASSOCIATION

British Simmental Young Members (SYMA) Activities & Events

“LOOKING TO BUILD A SIMMENTAL FUTURE”

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In 2024, Simmental Young Members were again very much to the fore again throughout the Simmental year and playing an active and very visible part at Society sales, summer shows, and major events.  Perhaps a highlight of the year was the Young Members Weekend held in Northern Ireland in July which saw members from across the UK come together for three days of stockjudging; herd visits; a trip to the NI National Show; and with plenty of time for socialising with fellow Young Members.  See the report of the weekend in this section, and the provisional programme for the 2025 SYM Weekend.  

Quick Answer

The Simmental Young Members Association (SYMA) is a dedicated forum for young members to develop their interest and knowledge in Simmental cattle and breeding, providing a crucial foundation for the breed's future. SYMA organizes a variety of national and regional events, including stockjudging, herd visits, and courses on cattle preparation, breeding, and marketing. A notable event in 2024 was the Young Members Weekend held in Northern Ireland, which brought together members from across the UK for three days of educational and social activities. The association offers valuable opportunities for young people passionate about British Simmental, one of the UK’s leading beef breeds.

The SYMA continues to be the forum for young members to develop their interest and knowledge in all things Simmental and cattle breeding generally.  Hugely important it is a foundation for the development of young Simmental members and the improvement of the Simmental breed in the future.

 Simmental young members can be found in all the affiliated Clubs around the UK and the Society is keen to grow SYMA membership and activity.  Collectively, with support from the SYMA officeholders, and the British Simmental Cattle Society, events are organised at both local and national level and can typically include:

  • National and regional SYMA stockjudging
  • Herd visits and open days
  • Exchange visits and trips
  • Courses in cattle preparation, feeding, halter training, clipping, showing cattle and general stock knowledge
  • Technical days and online courses on cattle breeding, genetics, EBVS & genomics
  • Marketing of Simmental cattle and use of online forums for breed promotion 
  • SYMA Social events

The Simmental Young Member Association is a fantastic forum for you to learn more about cattle and the livestock industry generally.  It’s a lot of fun, educational, and a great opportunity to meet and mix with people who share a common interest in British Simmental, one of the UK’s leading beef breeds.

 Want to join the SYMA and help us grow the organisation?  Then please contact us at information@britishsimmental.co.uk or on 02476 696513

The Simmental Young Members Association is a fantastic forum for you learn more about cattle and the livestock industry generally.  It’s a lot of fun, educational, and a great opportunity to meet and mix with people who share a common interest in British Simmental, one of the UK’s leading beef breeds.

Want to join the SYMA and help us grow the organisation?  Then please contact us at information@britishsimmental.co.uk or on 02476 696513

Frequently Asked Questions

1 What is the Simmental Young Members Association (SYMA)?

SYMA stands for the Simmental Young Members Association, which serves as a vital forum for young individuals to develop their interest and knowledge in Simmental cattle breeding. It is considered a foundation for the future development of young Simmental members and the improvement of the breed.

2 What kind of activities and events does SYMA organize for young members?

SYMA organizes a variety of events at both local and national levels, including national and regional stockjudging, herd visits, open days, and exchange visits. A notable event mentioned is the Young Members Weekend, which includes stockjudging, herd visits, and socialising.

3 How can young people join or get involved with SYMA?

The British Simmental Cattle Society is keen to grow SYMA membership and activity. Young Simmental members are active in affiliated Clubs across the UK, and events are organized with support from SYMA officeholders and the Society.

4 Where can I find news and reports about SYMA events?

Reports on SYMA events, such as the Young Members Weekend held in Northern Ireland, can be found within this section of the website. The page also mentions a provisional programme for the 2025 SYM Weekend.