Willemien Pieterse on life as a cattle inspector and show judge

In this interview with Farmer’s Weekly editor Janine Ryan, she explains the role inspections play in maintaining breed standards, why temperament and functionality are as important as appearance, and what it takes to build trust with breeders.

She also speaks about the realities of long days on the road, the challenges of delivering tough feedback, and the privilege of helping farmers improve the quality of their herds.