The first rain of the season heralds the start of our cattle breeding season here in the Eastern Free State. After a good long rest over winter, our bulls have all been tested for fertility and STDs and now they are being put to work with the ladies. Here is group of young heifers, mainly … Continue reading Breeding season has begun!
Heifer bonding
We spent Easter Monday morning replenishing salt licks and checking on the animals as our staff had the weekend off. These Boran heifers were weaned a month ago and seem to be doing really well. We have seen from visiting other farms that Boran cattle respond very well to a bit of extra care and … Continue reading Heifer bonding