Livestock and game
EasyWean® NoseRings® provide stress-free weaning that works
In the dry region of Piet Plessis in North West, cattle farmer Judy Vercueil has spent more than 30 years refining a system that puts both productivity and animal welfare first. Running a herd of approximately 70 Bonsmara cows in a cow-calf weaner setup, she has built her operation[...]
Effective fencing that lasts: Bonnox delivers exactly what you need, fast
You always score with Bonnox! The name Bonnox is synonymous with top-quality, fully galvanised fencing that has inspired trust and respect since 1962. Every farmer is already aware of Bonnox’s excellent products, namely the Money Saver, Close Mesh, Kombi Fence, Square Mesh, Multi Fence and Flexi Fence series, which[...]
Livestock branding part 4: Freeze-branding
Many farmers rely on branding or marking livestock not only as a means of establishing ownership but also to contain useful information, such as the animals' birth dates and registration numbers. Freeze-branding is a common practise for permanently marking livestock with a unique and recognisable symbolThe hair follicles are[...]
Livestock branding part 3: Hot branding
The livestock industry commonly uses hot branding or freeze branding to identify and mark cattle. Despite their similarity in that both methods leave a permanent mark on the animal's hide, there are important differences between the two. Hot branding, also known as fire branding, is the practise of permanently marking an animal's[...]
Fish deserve more than just good feed
Fish farming is an integral part of profitable farming in Zambia and makes an important contribution to economic, social health and well-being in the country. Fish is a good source of protein in any diet, and Tiger Animal Feeds plays a key role in the country’s fish farming industry[...]