The role of the stud farmer is to breed animals that will comply with the requirements of the commercial farmer. Genetics play an important role in the profitability of cattle farming and providing the commercial farmer with good genetics, good growth will be ensured in the feedlot or veld. In our program of 29 June, Nico Pieterse of Syferfontein Bonsmaras near Standerton talks about the importance of supplying the best genetics to commercial farmers. Stud breeders and commercial farmers share the same interest. Dr. Jaco de Villiers of Consortium Beef discusses the marketing of your cattle. Marketing can be challenging and as John Maxwell says, ‘employ your weaknesses”. Get an expert to do your marketing, it must be done strategically to ensure profitability in your cattle business. Dr. Jakkie du Toit, Senior Researcher and Team leader of the Milk Recording and Improvement Scheme of the ARC, talks about the benefits of participation. It is used in conjunction with the ARC INTERGIS Program. MUN levels are measured as well as the somatic cell count (SCC). SCC is an indicator of the quality of milk. Henco Leicester is Technical Manager of Telwiedre Feeds. Buying the right bull will maximize progress toward enterprise profit. EBV’s are always the best estimate of the genetic potential for a trait. Do your homework thoroughly
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