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Breeding cows form the mainstay of the beef industry, according to animal scientist, Danie Bosman. Speaking at a Drakensberger information day in Potchefstroom
Friday. December 8th, 2017Plan ahead to minimize metabolic disorder by providing high-magnesium supplement prior to turning cows out onto lush spring pasture.
Wednesday. June 5th, 2019In the first article of this two-part series, he addresses the selection criteria for a successful beef breeding cow.
Tuesday. June 5th, 2018Beef farmers should take care to match the nutritional needs of a cow to her production cycle to ensure optimal fertility rates, expecially when forage quality
Thursday. December 7th, 2017In this third part of our series on twinning in cattle, Chris Nel highlights some remarkable stud beef cows that have produced multiple twins
Monday. December 4th, 2017Chair of national audit advisory board sees beef quality improvements and additional opportunities.
Saturday. March 17th, 2018Today, he produces cabbages, spinach and butternut in rotation on 3,5ha under irrigation and farms more than 500 beef cows near Cathcart in the Eastern Cape.
Thursday. March 8th, 2018When performing a visual evaluation of the animal, note the following features in particular: frame size, muscle and body structure, and breed character.
Monday. December 4th, 2017For the most profitable results, get to know the basics of cattle reproduction and herd management.
Friday. December 8th, 2017