sheep
Smooth, safe, and stress-free loading: Tal-Tec’s ramps raise the standard in livestock handling
Loading livestock should never be a game of chance. When cattle or sheep are moved onto transport vehicles, the process needs to be fast, safe, and stress-free—for both animals and handlers. Tal-Tec, a trusted name in the South African agricultural industry, understands this reality better than most. With their[...]
Feeding livestock during the winter
Article supplied The winter not only brings cold weather and rain in certain areas, but livestock farmers also have to prepare to ensure their animals’ nutritional needs are met. When temperatures fall, the animal requires more energy. Due to the nutritional and mineral values that drop in pastures during[...]
Agri Trends Livestock: Local prices show month-on-month declines
Beef market trends International beef market The U.S. beef prices remain firm despite lower feed costs and improving weather, driving demand for feeder cattle. Prices of feeder cattle saw strong support from the steep decline in corn prices underpinned by hefty US and global supplies that continue to weigh[...]
Namibian livestock industry rebounds
Article supplied by RPO The Namibian livestock and meat industry rebounded during the second quarter of 2023, according to the Meat Board of Namibia. Strong slaughtering activities at A-class abattoirs in the cattle and sheep sectors drove improvements in total marketing. Coupled to this is the increase in producer[...]
Sheep breeds part 3: Native sheep breeds of Southern Africa
Southern African native sheep breeds thrive in extreme environments. They are lean and muscular, with thick rump and tail fat. In times of scarce grazing, body fat is stored here for use as fuel. They are raised primarily for their meat. Although the Damara is the most popular commercial[...]