Livestock

Bonsmaras are equally suitable in cross-breeding as well as pure cattle farming.
Bonsmaras are strictly selected according to the needs of commercial farmers.
All Bonsmaras are performance tested, inspected and approved by inspectors according to minimum breed standards.
Bulls will generally weigh from 600 to 900kg and cows from 445 to 637kg in average condition. The calves are small at birth, weighing 34 to 36, but grow very rapidly and wean at weights comparable to other breeds.

Bonsmara is a breed of cattle known for its high quality beef. They has been scientifically bred and strictly selected for economical production in the extensive cattle grazing regions of South Africa. They has become so popular that it has grown to be numerically the strongest beef breed in SA
Bonsmara Cattle Price
Heifers R4000 – R8,000 Between 13–24 Months Weight 450–800kg
Dairy Cows R6000
Bulls R5900 – R12000 Weight 600 – 900kg
Pregnant Cattle R6000
Calve R2500 Between 3–4 Months 110–350kg

Bonsmara Cattle

Brahma cattle were produced by cross-breeding the Kankrej cattle and Guzerat cattle. Brahmans are intelligent, inquisitive and shy. They are unusually thrifty, hardy and adaptable to a wide range of feed and climate. However, these characteristics also suggest careful, kind handling methods. Brahmans like affection and can become very docile. They quickly respond to handling they receive, good or bad. Well bred, wisely selected and properly treated Brahmans are as easily handled as other breeds

Brahman is one of the most popular breeds of cattle intended for meat processing and is widely used in the world. They are unusually thrifty, hardy and adaptable to a wide range of feed and climate. They are also good mothers and produce a very satisfactory milk flow
Brahman Cattle Price
Heifers R4500 – R9,000 Each Between 13 – 24 Months, Weight 450 – 900kg
Dairy Cows R6800 Each
Bulls R7000–R13000 Each Weight 600 – 900kg
Pregnant Cattle R6800 Each
Calve R2600 Between 3 – 4 Months, 110 – 350kg

Brahman Cattle

Bulls will generally weigh from 500 to 700kg and cows from 300 to 400kg in average condition. The calves are small at birth, weighing 22 to 25kg, but grow very rapidly and wean at weights comparable to other breeds.

The Nguni cattle are indigenous to South Africa. The Nguni name was given by the black tribe in South Africa, known as the Nguni People. It is famous for their fertility and resistance to diseases. Nguni Cattle can survive very well on very little food.
Nguni Cattle Prices:
Heifers R4000 – R8000 Each Between 13 – 24 Months, Weight 300 – 500kg
Dairy Cows R6000 Each
Bulls R6000–R12,000 Each Weight 500– 700kg
Pregnant Cattle R6000 Each
Calve R2500 Each Between 3 – 4 Months, Weight 110 – 250kg

Nguni Cattle

This breed of goat that was developed in South Africa for meat production. Their name is derived from the Afrikaans word Boer, meaning farmer.They are a popular breed for meat.For commercial meat production, medium sized does are normally preferred, as they produce the same number of kids, but require less feed to do so.
Goat Prices:
Boer Goats R800 – R1200 Each (Between 6 – 13 Months, Weight 40kg – 65kg)
Dairy Goat R1100 Each
Pregnant Goat R1400 Each
Young Goats R550 Each (Between 3 – 4 Months

As a general rule, the more kids born per doe, the greater profit margins for the owner.They can breed throughout the year and they reach sexual maturity at 5 months.
Resistance against cold, wind, rain also high temperatures
Easy to care for without shearing problems
High fertility rates

Average Weight
Does 90– 104 kg
Ewe 90 – 15 kg

Boer Goat and Sheep

Dorper is a South African breed of domestic sheep developed by crossing Dorset Horn and the Blackhead Persian sheep.
Fast-growing meat-producing sheep.Easy-care animal.It is now the second most popular breed in that country.Well adapted to survive and it has high fertility and maternal instinct, combined with high growth rates and hardiness.
Dorper Prices:
Dorper R900 – R1300 Each 6 – 13 Months, Weight 40kg – 75kg
Dairy Goat R1200 Each
Pregnant Goat R1400 Each
Young Goats R600 Each 3 – 4 months

Resistance against cold, wind, rain also high temperatures
Easy to care for without shearing problems
Suitable for intensive feeding
High fertility rates
Thick skin
Strong broad neck
The upper jaw and lower teeth must be correctly aligned

Average Weight
Ram 102 kg – 124 kg
Ewe 72 kg – 99 kg