Livestock and game
Celebrating generations of excellence at the annual Suikerbos Bonsmara auction
For Suikerbos Bonsmaras, their cattle are far more than just a breed, they represent a legacy of hard work and generations of elite genetics. Nick van Deventer shares his passion for the Bonsmara breed with his father, who began farming with these cattle in the mid-1980s. Nick notes that[...]
Indaba secures long-term future and sustainability of Namibia’s sheep industry
More than 230 sheep farmers attended the Livestock Producers Organisation’s (LPO) Sheep Indaba on 22 July at the Padlangs Padstal in Mariental, sending a strong message that the industry is united in its pursuit of greater profitability at farm level, stronger participation throughout the value chain and improved access[...]
EasyWean® NoseRing®: A practical weaning solution for South Africa
South Africa is still battling foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) due to recent outbreaks in several provinces. Therefore, livestock farmers must remain vigilant and prepared for possible further outbreaks, which can have serious implications for animal health and trade. As a result of renewed outbreaks, movement restrictions are still being imposed.[...]
Early chick mortality part 3: MANAGEMENT OF DISEASE OUTBREAKS
Early chick mortality can have a significant impact on the profitability and long-term success of any poultry enterprise. While good nutrition, proper brooding and effective biosecurity help reduce losses, disease outbreaks can still occur and spread rapidly among young chicks if not managed correctly. In this third instalment of[...]
Feedtek is the perfect nutrition solution for your livestock
Healthy, productive livestock starts with the right nutrition. Feedtek provides a complete range of premium feed additives, premixes and concentrates, supported by expert technical advice to help farmers formulate balanced, high-performance feeds. Providing livestock with the right feed is one of the most important investments a farmer can make.[...]