Beefmaster

How to produce the ideal weaner calf

For cattle farmers, producing a quality weaner calf is about far more than achieving a good sale-day price. The characteristics that make a calf attractive to feedlots are often the same...

1 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

VIDEO: Steinberg’s Beefmaster Production Auction awaits

Buyers and interested parties are invited to Steinberg Beefmasters’ annual production auction, which will be held on Tuesday, 7 July 2026 at 11:00 at Mooiplaas, Hendrina. On offer are...

2 Jun 2026 · < 1 min read

Applications for bursary in agriculture closing soon

Beefmaster Group, one of South Africa’s largest family-run beef production companies situated in Kimberley and Christiana, has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 academ...

17 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Why tick management in cattle matters

Ticks are more than a minor irritation – they can have serious effects on cattle health, leading to weight loss, poor fertility, hide damage, reduced milk yield, and even death. As exo...

8 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

VIDEO: Riverglen production auction is around the corner! | 27 August 2025

If you are a Beefmaster or Brahman cattle farmer and are looking for affordable genetics and quality animals to complement your herd, make sure to attend Riverglen Wildlife’s 7th produ...

18 Aug 2025 · < 1 min read

VIDEO: It is almost time for Open Range Beefmasters 11th production auction

This is not just an auction, it is an investment in your herd's future.  Come and see for yourself on 5 August 2025 what Open Range Beefmasters genetics can mean for you. Farm Puntstaan...

29 Jul 2025 · < 1 min read

How to keep your cattle in top shape throughout winter

As temperatures begin to drop across South Africa, it’s time for livestock farmers to start thinking about winter readiness. Harsh conditions can take a toll on animal health and produ...

5 Jun 2025 · 4 min read

Top diseases impacting cattle this time of year

As the seasons shift, cattle farmers are faced with a variety of health risks for their herds. Footrot, navel ill, and calf diarrhoea are among the most common and impactful diseases aff...

31 Jan 2025 · 4 min read

SA beef producers upbeat about 2025 prospects

The industry's resilience in 2024, despite significant headwinds, suggests potential for recovery in 2025, particularly if consumer spending improves and export markets continue to devel...

29 Jan 2025 · 3 min read

Challenges and opportunities facing farmers in the red meat sector

South African primary producers in the red meat sector are facing significant headwinds: Persistent drought brought on by El Niño, rising costs and ongoing animal health issues such as ...

21 Nov 2024 · 5 min read
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