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Boran Cattle

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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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Boran Cattle

The Boran developed in eastern Africa. More specifically the Borana plateau in southern Ethiopia. This area was where all the different breeds migrated through to their various destinations in Africa. The Boran developed into the dominant breed of eastern Africa especially in Kenya, where the Kenyan Boran Cattle Breeders’ Society (BCBS) have bred the “Improved Boran” since the turn of the century. The Boran is medium in size with a short head, small ears, loose dewlap and a large hump above the shoulders. Boran can be horned or polled. They vary in height from 114cm to 147cm tall, and in weight, bulls weigh approximately 500kg to 850kg. They weigh about 380kg to 450kg Their skin is loose thick and extremely pliable. Boran Cattle

Boran Cattle

Secondly, A Bonsmara bull recently set a new South African record. It was sold for R4,4 million. Characterised by outstanding conformation, a strong head and exceptional depth, said Louis Steyl, CEO of Bonsmara SA. The bull was also early maturing. Boran are much better adapted to high temperatures and dry conditions than Bos taurus cattle of European origin. Their high pore density allows them to successfully regulate their body temperature.

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Discounted Price Range	Young Calves R3000, Open Heifers R7000, Pregnant Heifers R8500, Mature Bull R8000, Old Bull R12000

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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
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