Stock and breeds
Butcher guide for CATTLE Part 2: The hind quarter
The hind quarter is usually a bit larger than the fore quarter and it is in this part of the carcass where most of the steak cuts like rump, sirloin, T-bone and fillet is found. The hind quarter is not as easy to process as the forequarter and it[...]
Sheep farming made easy Part 3: Sheep production facilities and equipment
Housing needs for sheep vary by climate, seasons of lambing, and management preferences of the farmer. Many different types of housing can be used for sheep. Traditional barns, pole buildings, and metal buildings are usually more expensive, but they provide the best protection for the sheep, feed, and equipment.[...]
Meet our heritage: Indigenous Veld Goats
Article provided by the Indigenous Veld Goat Breeders Society The Indigenous Veld Goats of Southern Africa almost disappeared with the development of the Boer Goat and the Mohair industry. Today, a renewed interest is experienced for the disease-resistant and hardy indigenous goats that are not only our unique heritage,[...]
A cattle breed you can count on: African farmers opt for Boran
The Boran is a pure African breed dating back 1 300 years and unrelated to any other African or European cattle breed. The genetic composition of the Boran is unique, making it your best choice for cross-breeding: European Bos Taurus 24% Bos Indicus 64% African Bos Taurus 12% Boran[...]
Cooper Poenskop Promosieveiling
Tydens die jaarlikse Cooper Poenskop Promosieveiling is 22 ramme aangebied en verkoop teen 'n gemiddelde prys van R9068. Die hoogste prys behaal was R 40 000. Die belangstelling was baie goed en die veiling het 'n goeie verbetering getoon teenoor die vorige jaar. Die veiling is deur BKB Wes-Kaap[...]