Thorbahn named National Dairy Shrine Guest of Honor

David Thorbahn has been named the National Dairy Shrine’s 2025 Guest of Honor, the highest level of recognition offered by the organization each year. This award recognizes an exemplary dairy leader for his or her accomplishments and contributions to the dairy industry.

Thorbahn’s passion for the dairy industry began in his youth on his family’s farm in Ohio, where his interest in improving the dairy industry took root. Today, he is a true leader in the dairy industry, known for his remarkable achievements during his tenure as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Select Sires Inc., a position he has held since 2000. Prior to Select Sires, he worked with ABS, heading up the Holstein young sire program. There, he held various positions and received numerous promotions before returning to his home state to lead the Select Sires team.

Under his leadership, Select Sires has grown into the largest supplier of bovine semen in North America and one of the largest globally.… Continue reading