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Wagyu Beef

The word Wagyu means “Japanese cow” and refers to specific cattle breeds that originated in Japan. Historically, Buddhist leaders prohibited the consumption of meat, so Wagyu cattle were initially bred for their strength and ability to carry heavy loads.

This ban was lifted by the mid-19th century. By then, Wagyu cattle had developed a distinctive intramuscular fat pattern known as marbling, which gives the beef its renowned tenderness, succulence, and flavour.

Type	Age / Status	Estimated Price
Young Calves	6–12 months	R6,000 – R12,000
Open Heifers	~18 months (unpregnant)	R15,000 – R30,000
Pregnant Heifers/Cows	24+ months, in calf	R25,000 – R50,000+
Mature Bulls	3–5 years, breeding age	R25,000 – R100,000
Elite Stud Bulls	Top genetics, proven	R100,000 – R670,000+

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Tuli Cattle

Information days and prestige auctions were held and gradually the Tuli made its mark in South Africa too.

Category	Typical Age/Status	Estimated Price Range
Young Calves	Under 1 year	R20,000 – R50,000
Open Heifers	12–24 months, not pregnant	R13,740 – R31,000
Pregnant Heifers/Cows	In-calf (SP category)	R19,750 – R26,167 (avg), up to R38,000 high-end
Commercial Bulls	Mature breeding bulls	R30,000 – R50,000 (avg ~R50,000)
Stud Bulls	Registered/elite genetics	R102,200 avg; high-end R240,000

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Holstein Cattle

Category	Details	Estimated Price
Young Calves	~1–7 months old	R800 – R7,500 (e.g., R800 for week-old; up to R7,500 for weaned calves)
Open Heifers	~12–18 months, non-pregnant	R9,000 – R15,000 (based on cow listings) ()
Pregnant Heifers/Cows	Bred dairy heifers/cows	R7,000 – R15,000+, depending on pedigree and pregnancy certification ()
Mature Cows	Adult lactating cows	R9,000 – R15,000, especially springers ()
Breeding Bulls	Mature bulls (dairy genetics)	R4,500 – R9,000+ (general bulls ~R4,500; quality stud bulls higher) ()

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Simmentaler Cattle

Simmentaler Cattle

Beef Production in South Africa

The Simmentaler breed is part of the beef production industry of SA and seems to have developed around the Middle Ages, from a cross between German cattle and a smaller indigenous Swiss breed.

Category	Auction Averages	Top Price Achieved
Registered Bulls	R51,000 – R66,000 (avg)	Up to R150,000 (Feb–Apr ’25)
“3‑in‑1” (cow + calf)	~R25,000 – R62,000	R160,000 (Sept ’24) ()
Heifers	R18,000 – R24,400	R40,000 – R48,000 ()
Pregnant Heifers/Cows	R22,500 – R35,250	R38,000 ()

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Simbra Cattle

Simbra Cattle – Beef Production in South Africa (Summary)

The Simbra is a modern cattle breed developed in the 1960s in the U.S. by crossing Simmentaler and Brahman cattle to combine the best traits of both: meat and milk production from Simmentalers and disease resistance and adaptability from Brahmans.

Category	Typical Price Range (ZAR)	Notes & Auction Highlights
Stud Bulls	R60,000 – R320,000+	Average R94,423 at Richter auction; top bull “Perfect” sold for R320,000 .
Commercial Bulls (SP/F2)	R45,000 – R75,000	Recent F2/SP bulls ranged R45k–R75k ().
Pregnant Heifers (SP)	R25,000 – R70,000	Prices range from R25k to R70k, depending on genetics & trimester ().
Cows with Calves (3‑in‑1)	R24,000 – R33,000 (commercial); top R160k+	Commercial pairs ~R24–33k; elite lots have topped R160k ().
Young-Calves (F2/SP)	~R7,500	Private sales: 4 pure Simbra bull calves at R7,500 each (bulk offer) ().
Record Price (Stud Bull)	R550,000	“JacMar Buffel” set a national Simbra record ().

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Shorthorn Cattle

Shorthorn Cattle – Beef Production in South Africa (Summary)

Shorthorn cattle, originally developed from Teeswater and Durham cattle in North East England, are a dual-purpose breed used for both beef and milk production. The breed name refers to their characteristically short horns.

Type	Age Range	Weight Range	Estimated Price (ZAR)
🐄 Young Calves	3–6 months	100–160 kg	R3,500 – R5,500
🐄 Open Heifers	12–18 months	250–400 kg	R9,000 – R15,000
🐄 Pregnant Heifers	18–24 months	400–550 kg	R14,000 – R22,000
🐂 Mature Bull	24–36 months	700–900 kg	R20,000 – R35,000
🐂 Old Bull	48+ months	850–1,100+ kg	R18,000 – R30,000 (depending on condition and fertility)

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Nguni Cattle

Nguni Cattle – Beef Production in South Africa (Summary)

Nguni cattle are a resilient, indigenous breed of South Africa, historically farmed by the Nguni people. These medium-framed animals are well adapted to harsh African conditions and are a vital part of the country’s beef production.

Type	Age Range	Weight Range	Estimated Price (ZAR)
🐄 Young Calves	3–6 months	80–140 kg	R2,800 – R4,500
🐄 Open Heifers	12–18 months	200–300 kg	R6,000 – R10,000
🐄 Pregnant Heifers	18–24 months	300–400 kg	R10,000 – R15,000
🐂 Mature Bull	24–36 months	500–750 kg	R12,000 – R25,000
🐂 Old Bull	48+ months	700–900+ kg	R10,000 – R20,000 (depending on fertility and lineage)

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Charolais Cattle

Charolais Cattle – Beef Production in South Africa (Summary)

Charolais is one of the oldest French cattle breeds, originally from the Jura Mountains, later spreading through Charolles and Nievre. It gained early fame for meat quality at major markets as far back as the 16th century.

Type	Age Range	Weight Range	Estimated Price (ZAR)
🐄 Young Calves	3–6 months	120–200 kg	R4,000 – R6,500
🐄 Open Heifers	12–18 months	300–450 kg	R10,000 – R18,000
🐄 Pregnant Heifers	18–24 months	450–600 kg	R18,000 – R28,000
🐂 Mature Bull	24–36 months	800–1,000 kg	R30,000 – R50,000
🐂 Old Bull	48+ months	1,000–1,200+ kg	R25,000 – R40,000 (varies by fertility and genetics)

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Brahman Cattle

Type	Age Range	Weight Range	Estimated Price (ZAR)
🐄 Young Calves	3–6 months	100–180 kg	R3,500 – R5,500
🐄 Open Heifers	12–18 months	250–400 kg	R9,000 – R16,000
🐄 Pregnant Heifers	18–24 months	400–550 kg	R15,000 – R25,000
🐂 Mature Bull	24–36 months	700–950 kg	R25,000 – R40,000
🐂 Old Bull	48+ months	900–1,100+ kg	R18,000 – R35,000 (depending on breeding performance)

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Boran Cattle

Beef Master Cattle

Their fine, short, glossy coats reflect sunlight and shield them from the hot sun. What breed of cattle makes the most money? What breed of cattle is most profitable? Angus: This is the most popular breed of beef cattle. Their meat quality is excellent and they provide 50 percent of their weight in the meat. Highland Cattle: Though they are not as popular as they once were, they are still in demand by people who know love their meat.

Type	Age Range	Weight Range	Estimated Price (ZAR)
🐄 Young Calves	3–6 months	100–160 kg	R4,000 – R6,000
🐄 Open Heifers	12–18 months	250–350 kg	R12,000 – R18,000
🐄 Pregnant Heifers	18–24 months	400–500 kg	R18,000 – R28,000
🐂 Mature Bull	24–36 months	600–850 kg	R25,000 – R45,000
🐂 Old Bull	48+ months	800–1,000+ kg	R20,000 – R35,000 (depending on fertility and genetics)

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Bonsmara Beef

Bonsmara Cattle Breed: Facts, Uses, Origins & Characteristics

Before the Bonsmara breeding program began in 1937, cattle breeds in South Africa struggled with tick-borne diseases and challenging climate conditions. The Bonsmara was developed to create a new species that could handle the harsh conditions in South Africa, and the cattle became available to South African Farmers in the 1950s. The Bonsmara’s success helped South Africa and other regions on the continent maintain high production levels and contributed to the overall success of the beef industry in Africa.

Type	Age Range	Weight Range	Estimated Price (ZAR)
🐄 Young Calves	3–6 months	90–150 kg	R3,500 – R5,500
🐄 Open Heifers	12–18 months	250–400 kg	R9,000 – R16,000
🐄 Pregnant Heifers	18–24 months	400–550 kg	R15,000 – R24,000
🐂 Mature Bull	24–36 months	700–950 kg	R22,000 – R38,000
🐂 Old Bull	48+ months	900–1,100+ kg	R18,000 – R32,000 (depending on fertility and breeding quality)

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Beefmaster Cattle

Beef Master Cattle

What is the Beefmaster breed in South Africa?

Beefmaster’s genetic composition comprises 50% Brahman, 25% Shorthorn and 25% Hereford. The sheath should not be too long. Beefmaster bulls are known for their high libido and agility.

Type	Age Range	Weight Range	Estimated Price (ZAR)
🐄 Young Calves	3–6 months	100–160 kg	R4,000 – R6,000
🐄 Open Heifers	12–18 months	250–400 kg	R10,000 – R18,000
🐄 Pregnant Heifers	18–24 months	400–550 kg	R18,000 – R25,000
🐂 Mature Bull	24–36 months	700–950 kg	R25,000 – R40,000
🐂 Old Bull	48+ months	900–1,100+ kg	R20,000 – R35,000 (depending on fertility and breeding value)