freeze branding

Freeze branding changes the way farmers identify their livestock

A clear, permanent identification mark is an important part of good livestock management. For many generations, hot-iron branding has been one of the best-known ways of permanently id...

28 Sep 2026 · 6 min read

Best practices for freeze branding with Dry Ice

Freeze branding is a trusted livestock identification method that delivers permanent, highly visible results on livestock while causing minimal damage to the animal’s hide. However,...

6 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

VIDEO: A modern approach to livestock identification at NAMPO 2026

Effective livestock identification is essential for modern farming operations, and at NAMPO 2026, Dry Ice International showcased how freeze branding can provide farmers with a reliable ...

3 Jun 2026 · < 1 min read

Dry Ice 4 Farming: Pioneering farming solutions through innovation

At Dry Ice 4 Farming, we believe that technology and innovation are the driving forces behind modern agriculture. Our freeze branding solution is more than just a method – it’s a tes...

2 Jun 2026 · 2 min read

Cold irons, superior protection at Dry Ice 4 Farming

Every year, NAMPO Bothaville presents the latest agricultural technology and innovation in South Africa. Although the team from Dry Ice 4 Farming could not present live demonstrations th...

27 May 2026 · 4 min read

Prepare for Branding Season with Dry Ice 4 Farming

When branding season arrives, preparation is not just important, it determines the quality of your mark, the welfare of your animals, and the efficiency of the entire operation. Modern f...

2 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

Livestock identification part 4: Freeze-branding

Many farmers rely on branding or marking livestock not only as a means of establishing ownership but also to contain useful information, such as the animals' birth dates and registration...

19 Mar 2026 · 8 min read

Make your mark the modern way – use Dry Ice 4 Farming.

Looking for a smarter way to mark your livestock? Effective herd management always begins with clear and reliable identification. Traditional branding methods, however, can be stressful ...

25 Feb 2026 · 6 min read

Dry Ice’s freeze branding promotes health and welfare of animals

Few things are as important to a farmer as the welfare and safety of his animals. Due to the troubling increase in livestock theft and the shortcomings of ineffective identification syst...

15 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

VIDEO- Petrus Taljaard explains why he uses Dry Ice

Petrus Taljaard, a cattle farmer from Ermelo, explains why he uses the freeze branding method to mark his cattle. He has been using the method since the 1990s. It makes it easier to ide...

18 Sep 2025 · < 1 min read
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