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History of Bosmara cattle<\/h1>\n

To begin with, in the years before WWII, noted that British<\/a> breeds did not have. The required heat<\/a> tolerance for the sub tropics and that<\/a> the Afrikaner. Perform as well in terms of calving regularity. As a scientific experiment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Secondly, strict selection<\/a> of breeding animals<\/a> lead to rapid progress<\/a>. And within 20 years<\/a> after the initial cross-breeding. A superior cattle breed was<\/a> recognized. Named after Professor Bonsma and the farm that the animals were bred on, the Boasmara cattle breed proved itself to perform<\/a> significantly better bushveld of the Northern Transvaal to other<\/a> breeds. Weaning weights were about 20% higher than parent<\/a> breeds and calf mortality was much lower than in the British Beef breeds.<\/p>\n

Cattle breeders became<\/a> increasingly impressed productivity<\/a> of this adaptable, functionally efficient<\/a> breed, resulting in the number of active breeders<\/a> increasing from only 37 in 1970 to 450 today.<\/p>\n

More so, Bonsmara calves now represent<\/a> roughly 45% of all birth notifications of Beef<\/a> and Dual Purpose breeds<\/a>. The sustained use<\/a> of Bonsmaras has led<\/a> to constant improvements in weaning weights<\/a> (at 205 days of age) of cross-bred herds.<\/p>\n

Further more<\/a>, The Bonsmara is an excellent<\/a> beef breed of choice<\/a> due to being strictly selected for growth<\/a>. Fertility and functional efficiency<\/a> \u2013 the economically important traits emphasized by the master breeders<\/a> of the cattle<\/a> industry.<\/p>\n

Bonsmara Characteristics<\/h2>\n

The Bonsmara<\/a> is red in colour.<\/p>\n

Facts about the Bosmara:<\/h4>\n

Well adapted to sub<\/a>-tropical climate
\nFertile
\nCalving ease
\nHigh quality meat
\nCalm temperament and easy<\/a> handling
\nPerformance tested and inspected to minimum breed standards
\n\u2022Suitable for use in cross breeding<\/p>\n

Bonsmara Cattle for Export \u2013 Superior Beef Breed from South Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In conclusion, The Bonsmara cattle for export<\/a><\/strong> are one of the most popular beef<\/a> cattle breeds<\/strong> in Africa and beyond.\u00a0Farmers choose Bonsmara cattle for their fertility, growth performance, and exceptional meat quality<\/strong>, making them a profitable choice for commercial beef farming operations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

About the Bonsmara Breed<\/strong><\/h3>\n

To end with, The Bonsmara breed originated from rigorous<\/a> scientific selection in South Africa. The aim was to produce a breed with superior meat characteristics, strong maternal instincts, and excellent adaptability<\/strong>. Bonsmara cattle thrive in hot and semi-arid environments<\/strong>, making them ideal for beef production in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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