Beef

Heinrich Bruwer's passion for superior Brahmans has led him to the best genetics in the world.

A burgeoning warthog population indirectly benefited smallstock predators on James Faber’s farm in the Northern Cape. The problem was so severe that he converted his farming operation from sheep and goats to a Brangus and Nguni stud. Annelie Coleman investigates the background and outcome.

Cois Harman believes that the Braunvieh breed is ideal for both beef and milk production.

Boran farmer, Johannes van Rensburg, says that the commitment of individuals advances the breed.

The Afrikaner cattle breed is a genetic gold mine for beef production in SA, says Pierre Fouché.

Keith Clubb, drawn by low land prices and the favourable climate, moved to Zambia in 1997.

Although beef farming abounds with technical information on how to maximise production and financial returns, successful beef farmer Neil Haines believes the benefit of using nature as an ally is often underestimated.

Brian Angus is the owner of the first and largest herd of Japanese Wagyu cattle in South Africa. He desired to introduce South African gourmets to locally-produced Wagyu beef.

One of the highlights of the 2007 Nampo livestock section was the ­Romagnola, an Italian beef cattle breed, which made its debut at this prestigious agricultural show.