Our very own Ankole broke some records!
Cattle Group Farming’s very own Ankole cow, along with her calf, was sold for an impressive R1 million at this national auction!
Cattle Group Farming, owned by Walter Kinnear from Rustenburg, sold this prized cow to the Meintjes family of Sterkfontein Farms in Krugersdorp, located on the West Rand. The cow’s horns, a significant factor in her price, measured an impressive 117 cm in length just four months ago.
Jacques Malan, President of the Ankole Society, mentioned that this breed has gained popularity since its arrival in South Africa approximately a decade ago. The first auction for this breed was held around seven years ago, marking the beginning of its rise in prominence.
The cow that changed hands on Saturday was bred locally in South Africa, a testament to the growing success of the Ankole breed in the region. Malan also highlighted the significant growth potential for this breed, noting that buyers came not only from across South Africa but also from neighbouring countries.
“There were even buyers from Brazil, including their ambassador, as they too are in search of Ankoles,” Malan added. At the auction, 32 cows and five bulls were sold, alongside semen and embryos offered in lots. Two embryo carriers with exceptional breeding material fetched R800,000 each, contributing to the auction’s total turnover of R14.2 million. Currently, there are approximately 1,200 purebred Ankole cattle in the country, with 71 breeders spread across regions such as KwaZulu-Natal, Pongola, East London, Stellenbosch, Albertinia, the Kalahari, as well as Limpopo, Gauteng, and the Free State.
“The Ankole is a highly adaptable animal, with its greatest value lying in the tourism and lobola markets,” Malan explained. Experts compare the breed’s temperament to that of Brahman cattle, noting that “the more you work with them, the tamer they become.” This auction not only marked a significant achievement for Cattle Group Farming but also highlighted the growing interest and investment in the Ankole breed within the agricultural community. As the breed continues to gain traction, it is clear that the Ankole’s presence in South Africa will only continue to flourish.
Original article was first published on Maroela Media’s page.
Ankole 4th National Auction Results: A Showcase of Premier Cattle
The 4th National Auction’s results were nothing short of impressive. This event brought together breeders and buyers, all eager to secure some of the finest Ankole cattle genetics available.
Here’s a breakdown of the highlights from the auction:
3-in-1 Packages
The auction featured several outstanding 3-in-1 packages, where buyers could acquire an Ankole cow along with a calf and the opportunity for a future calf. One of the standout sales was:
- Lot 70: A 46″ Ankole cow (LU19-006) with a heifer calf sired by Dollar, and ICT Google as the next sire, sold for an impressive R1 000 000.
- Average price for 3-in-1 packages: R377 500
Cows in Calf
The auction also showcased a range of Ankole cows in calf, with some remarkable results:
- Lot 26: A15-005, an Ankole cow with a 61″ spread sired by Optimus Prime, including five straws of Optimus Prime semen, fetched R510 000.
- Average price for cows in calf: R258 538
Heifers
Open heifers, particularly those from exceptional lineages, drew significant interest:
- Lot 38: ZURI (BBAN23-006), an open Ankole heifer out of 46″+ Sebastiaan & Birungi, was sold for R220 000.
- Average price for heifers: R190 000
Heifers in Calf
The auction also featured heifers already in calf, with strong bids on quality genetics:
- Lot 60: KAKURU (UBHW21-003), daughter of Tshinakaho & Lindi, and artificially inseminated with ICT Dyambo, went for R400 000.
- Average price for heifers in calf: R218 571
Bulls
Ankole bulls, known for their impressive genetics and physical stature, were also a highlight:
- Lot 28: TARZAN (LU18-002), a 43″ bull sired by 46″+ Mr President & 47″ Botse, sold for R400 000.
- Average price for bulls: R193 000
Recipients
Recipients, which are cows carrying embryos of highly sought-after genetics, commanded high prices:
- The highest price achieved for recipients was R800 000 for lots 1 & 19 (New Genetics).
- Average price for recipients: R240 000
Embryos
The auction included premium Ankole embryos:
- The unit price for embryos was R40 000.
- Lot 11 achieved a price of R80 000.
- Average price for embryos: R65 000
Semen
Semen straws from top bulls were also in demand:
- The unit price per straw was R9 000.
- Lot 012B reached R45 000.
- Average price for semen: R32 500 per lot
Baie dankie aan Willem & ys vir julle onvermoeide toewyding en harde werk om ons Ankole-beeste in Mooinooi altyd so goed te versorg. Julle sorg en aandag aan die fynste besonderhede maak ‘n groot verskil en word baie waardeer. Ons is regtig dankbaar vir julle toewyding en trots op die hoë standaarde wat julle handhaaf.
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