Tag: feed

Estimated reading time: 8 minutesThere are three key reasons why maize silage is an excellent feed for high-producing livestock: High dry matter production or...

Estimated reading time: 4 minutesMarbling occurs in animal muscle (intramuscular fat) rather than on its perimeter (subcutaneous fat). Beef cattle attain their intense marbling...

In the February 2026 edition of Stockfarm, tax returns and regulatory tax changes that producers need to be aware of will be placed under...

The December 2025 edition of Stockfarm shines the spotlight on the resilience and adaptability shaping South Africa’s red meat industry. Experts from the University...

Estimated reading time: 2 minutesFrom red meat value chain risks, an integrated farming operation to regrowth grazing and pesky ticks – the latest edition...

Estimated reading time: 5 minutesNatural veld grazing is the cornerstone of most livestock production systems. However, when animals lack access to adequate supplementary nutrition,...

In Vrydag, 25 Julie, se LandbouRadio:Daar is weer kraakvars landbounuus.Dr Josef van Wyngaard van Voermol het meer inligting oor hulle Maxiwol-reeks van voedingsprodukte.En in...

Estimated reading time: 3 minutesEconomical sheep production depends on a number of basic requirements and factors.The size of the flock is the major determinant.Climate...

Estimated reading time: 7 minutesCreep feed helps calves grow faster and heavier before weaning, leading to better marketability and potentially higher prices.Creep feed also...

Estimated reading time: 4 minutesFeed milling refers to the combination of processes utilised to produce feed suitable for animal consumption.The course came into...