How to Livestock

The successful pig farmer always uses good breeding stock.

Here are some basic facts you need to know before starting your own piggery.

Knowing why an animal gets ill can help us understand how to prevent disease and treat sickness.

Farming with Angora goats can be easy once you understand the essentials, says Roelof Bezuidenhout.

Here are the important traits to look out for.

As a herd bull has a great influence on the future of the herd, it must be carefully selected. As we noted last week, to improve the herd, the bull must deliver the goods – literally.

Cattle are ruminants, which means the digestive system has four compartments.

A breed that offers lean beef and plenty of good, rich milk.

Selecting the right bull can mean the difference between success and failure in a beef cattle herd.

Many land reform beneficiaries struggle due to restrictive and impractical lease contracts. Black Aphane, one of these farmers, spoke to Peter Mashala.

When should surplus animals be sold? This depends on their age and condition.

Beef or milk – the choice is yours.