In beef production, focus on the profit drivers. They are fertility, growth, quality and efficiency. In our program of 10 May, John Devonport of Devlan Limousines talks about economic traits that affect your herd and how to measure them. You must have a sound breeding plan.
Dr Japie van der Westhuizen, Managing Director of SA Studbook talks about breeding goals. Your breeding goals must be written, and measuring is key. Breeding is an investment and without proper planning you will lose money and time.
Jaco van Niekerk of Lyanda Ngunis near Vredendal talks about this farming business and how ultra-high-density grazing benefits his enterprise. He is a commercial cattle farmer. Jaco tells us how he selects the right bull for his herd and the importance of choosing the right bull.
Gerry Weber, Owner of Green Bio talks about fertility and growth in a beef production system and the importance of measuring these traits.
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