It is said that cattle feeing is a high-risk business. Thorough planning and preparation are essential to ‘run’ a successful beef-feeding operation. Cows and heifers usually get a lot of attention but what about the young bulls and the preparations of bulls for the breeding season? In our program of 15 February, Johan Mouton, Technical Manager at Molatek explains that nutrition is one of the most important factors to keep in mind. It affects the general herd health. He also gives feedback on a research project that was done regarding young bulls and nutrition.
Marius Barkhuizen, International Cattle Judge, talks about the process of judging cattle in the showring. The process is based on each animal’s individual traits compare to that of other animals.
Stompie Olivier of Hotspot Cattle has some information on his Boran and Droughtmaster stud breeding enterprise. He also tells us more about his ‘Bont Boran Cattle’ and an auction that will take place soon.
Chris Burgess, Editor of Landbou Weekblad tells us more about their Regenerative Conference that will be held in Reitz, Ottosdal and Stellenbosch.
Gerrit van Zyl of the Hanzyl Bonsmara Stud is a firm believer that you first and foremost need to be a ‘pasture-farmer’ before you can become a cattle farmer.
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