Cattle
367 cattle impounded for illegal grazing following a joint operation
A joint law-enforcement operation at Ongeluksnek in the Eastern Cape from 20 to 21 January 2026 resulted in the impoundment of 367 cattle found...
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Rare dwarf Nguni calf born in Western Cape
The well-known wine estate Vergelegen welcomed a rare dwarf Nguni calf on Boxing Day.
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Clever cow scratches where it itches
A “pet cow” named Veronika can scratch her own back with a broomstick when she has an itch. Researchers told The New...
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The moos heard around the internet
In a video posted on the Bush Hill Cheese Instagram page, John Kidger, a dairy farmer from Underbush Farm in Creighton, KwaZulu-Natal, starts by greeting his Jerseys: “Afternoon, ladies. Gather around for evening roll call, please....
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Best of 2025 | Building a multi-breed cattle empire from seven heifers
Rego Malao, the 2019 Unistel SA Stud Book Developing Stud Breeder of the Year, owns three thriving herds across Rustenburg...
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Best of 2025 | From city roots to cattle ranching success
Lebogang Ramafoko is challenging conventional norms - one herd at a time. Transitioning from the city streets of Soweto to...
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How regenerative agriculture doubled my cattle capacity in 9 years
After almost a decade on the regenerative agriculture path, the signs of veld recovery are evident. Twice as many cattle...
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Best of 2025 | Mbuleleni Manuel – from schoolboy saver to cattle boss
At just 21, Mbuleleni Manuel made a bold decision that most wouldn’t dare – dropping out of agricultural college to...
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Best of 2025 | Breeding excellence: Insights from passionate livestock farmer Tshepo Masweneng
Farmer Tshepo Masweneng from Dennilton, has established himself as a knowledgeable livestock breeder, focusing on quality and sustainability.
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Mobile trailer revolution: How RMIS plans to reach 250 000 weaners by 2030
Khomotso Mashiloane is a Livestock Technical Adviser for Ruminants at Red Meat Industry Services (RMIS), with a strong academic background...
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