by Admin_Molatek | Jan 20, 2025 | Cattle
THE IMPORTANCE OF COW PRODUCTIVITY IN BEEF CATTLE Dr Vlok Ferreira, Technical Executive, Molatek The Heritable traits that can influence cow productivity is:1. Weaning weight of the calf2. Feed requirements of the cow-calf combination (per LSU- Large Stock Unit)3....
by Admin_Molatek | Sep 20, 2024 | Cattle
AGE OF HEIFERS AT FIRST CALVING INFLUENCES LIFETIME PRODUCTIVITY Dr Vlok Ferreira, Technical Executive, Molatek In beef cattle, cow productivity can be measured as kg per calf weaned per large stock unit mated. (KgC/LSU). Implementing an effective replacement...
by Admin_Molatek | Sep 18, 2024 | Sheep
Sheep Management on pastures DR VLOK FERREIRA NATIONAL TECHNICAL MANAGER RUMUNANTS, MOLATEK Natural pastures, South Africa’s largest crop, should no longer be taken for granted. Correct management, including using scientifically controlled grazing, avoiding...
by Admin_Molatek | Sep 18, 2024 | Sheep
Navigating Lambing Systems for Optimal Results By Erin J Graham Technical Manager – Molatek Erin.graham@rclfoods.com / 083 795 7270 The Background The agriculture industry continually seeks to maximize livestock production in the pursuit of optimizing...
by Admin_Molatek | Sep 18, 2024 | Cattle
FEEDING BULLS DURING DRY WINTER MONTHS IS AS IMPORTANT TO PREPARE THEM FOR AN AUCTION Dr Vlok Ferreira, Technical Executive Molatek Cattle farmers, and especially stud farmers, will want to ensure that their bull herd maintains condition and health throughout the...
