Cattle

Flying high with this Zimbabwean farmer

By Staff Writer / May 5, 2025 /

Mufaro Dzvova, one of Zimbabwe’s few female commercial pilots, has diversified into livestock production in recent years. She shares her unique perspective on blending her formal career with her farming…

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Indigenous Nkone cattle win at the Zimbabwe Trade Fair

By Staff Writer / April 28, 2025 /

The Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) which ran last week (from Monday 21 to Saturday 26 April) is held annually in Bulawayo in Matabeleland, Zimbabwe’s second-largest city. Bulawayo’s strategic location at the…

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Cattle inspections at Pungeni and Have Hook Nkone Studs

By Staff Writer / April 14, 2025 /

Leading up to the ADMA Agrishow’s Indigenous Livestock exhibition and sale (June 5-7), participating cattle producers are working on finalising their selection of animals for submission. As the show is…

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Carmen Stubbs (1935-2025)

By Staff Writer / March 24, 2025 /

“These Mashona animals are my passion and Zimbabwe’s heritage.” With the news of the passing of Carmen Stubbs on Monday, 17 March 2025, came an outpouring of tributes from across Zimbabwe’s cattle…

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Expanding ADMA Agrishow horizons with increased indigenous livestock sale facilities

By Staff Writer / March 14, 2025 /

The annual ADMA Agrishow’s landscape is set to transform with an expansion of livestock facilities that promises to elevate Zimbabwe’s indigenous breed showcasing and sales capabilities. “We are committed to…

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The importance of stud livestock, pedigrees and records for the livestock sector

By Staff Writer / February 24, 2025 /

The Zimbabwe Herd Book (ZHB) is an important registry system that maintains detailed records of pedigree livestock breeds in Zimbabwe. It serves as the official database documenting the lineage, performance…

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ADMA expands 2025 indigenous livestock sale

By Staff Writer / February 3, 2025 /

The Agricultural Dealers and Manufacturers Association in conjunction with Zimbabwe National Indigenous Breeders Society, are set to host the second indigenous livestock breeds sale. The sale is set to broaden…

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Care of Your Stud Bull

By Staff Writer / January 6, 2025 /

By Dr Doug Bruce, BVSc (Pretoria), Veterinary Surgeon. Your stud bull is an expensive and critical investment. His failure can be likened to crop failure. Pay attention to his needs…

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Precision feeding in beef production – enhancing reproductive success with strategic supplementation

By Staff Writer / December 3, 2024 /

By international ruminant nutrition consultant Dr. Hinner Köster In the world of beef production, precision feeding is a crucial element that can significantly improve the profitability and efficiency of operations.…

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 Winter herd maintenance with cover crops

By Staff Writer / November 13, 2024 /

Since 1984, the Agricultural Research Trust has remained a significant force in the field of agriculture, committed to delivering the state-of-the-art research and training. Through this, it has equipped Zimbabwean…

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