| Oppurtunity
Here is a great oppurtunity to recognise that keeping koi is more than mastering the art of maximising a kois genetics.
Certainly it is a lot harder to set criteria that recognises ownership rahter than variety. But, I expect and predict that this will become an new and evolving feature of shows. It has already begun with grow out contests and best tank type awards. I have seen awards in "best bred" type shows, where you bring along a dozen or so of your best culls.
In Australia, where koi are not imports, these skills are informally recognised. With english style shows, an oppurtunity exists to add-on value to how and why a show is put together.
I personally do not take my koi to a show in order to win a variety prize. I take them to honor koi appreciation.
Bradley |