Success is not something that can be switched on with the flick of a switch. It takes a lot of effort, good management practices and a well-structured financial plan and discipline. Germar Bonsmara was awarded as SA Studbook Elite Cattle Breeder of 2021. In our program of 7 September, Gert Nel, Owner and Director of Germar Bonsmara tells us about his beginnings. They have specific breeding objectives such as optimal production and fertile medium frame animals that is well-adapted. Grazing management is high on their priority list.
Suretha Francis, Team leader and Specialist Adviser at SA Studbook, tells us more about the Logix Elite Regional Symposium for dairy, cattle and small stock that will be held 20 to 23 September. The symposium will take place virtually.
Jan OJ Masiu was chosen as Beefmaster SA Cattle farmer of the month. Jan was a farmworker, working for a fourth generational family for over 32 years before he started his own cattle farming business. He has good advice for young farmers and that is that short-cuts lead to wrong cuts and if you are looking for quick cash, then farming is not for you.
Theuns Burwer of Windmeul Angus near Agter Paarl, talks about the use of technology and the benefits of artificial insemination.
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