South Devon
A breed that offers lean beef and plenty of good, rich milk.
Selecting the right bull
Selecting the right bull can mean the difference between success and failure in a beef cattle herd.
No help. No hope.
Many land reform beneficiaries struggle due to restrictive and impractical lease contracts. Black Aphane, one of these farmers, spoke to Peter Mashala.
Surplus sheep and goats
When should surplus animals be sold? This depends on their age and condition.
Shorthorn
Beef or milk – the choice is yours.
Skins: don’t throw good money away!
Make extra profit by salting skins and selling them as soon as possible, writes Roelof Bezuidenhout.
The basics of creep feeding
This method is recommended for lambs or kids born in winter.
How to raise Boer Goat kids
Boer Goat kids demand care and management for the first few weeks after birth. If you fail to look after them properly during this important stage, you could easily lose up to half of them.
Know your cattle: Simmentaler
The Simmentaler breed comes from the Simme valley in Switzerland, where it gained a reputation as an excellent cross-breeder due to increased hybrid vigour.
Milking techniques: the best habits
The correct milking method will keep the cow's udder healthy and improve yield.
Healthy udders mean more milk
A farmer has to treat skin problems in cattle such as frostbite, warts and blue udder disease before they lead to a lower milk yield.
Dealing with Mastitis
This is a potentially fatal disease, and needs prompt and careful attention.
