Are indigenous african cattle the answer to beef production? Part 1 - the Nguni.

[@kennethball2796]

Awesome stay indigenous and create the awareness our country needs.

[@Mzwa7]

You are so informative.... These were the cattle my grandfather use to keep in communal lands of Zimbabwe but boy did they breed. The herd just grew

[@shanecotty3275]

They are an amazing breed! Thank you for the comment!

[@maxgulhanemd]

Great overview of Nguni breed. As you mention (feedlot) market dynamics are dictating breed choice for ‘Mollycoddled’ animals that can’t thrive in absence of human chemical & nutritional interventionism. Nguni make sense on so many different levels perhaps most importantly animal welfare (because they don’t require help in tough conditions) and quality of meat. Would like to see more Nguni specific videos from you. Thanks

[@shanecotty3275]

Thanks for the comment. I hope to do a video soon on a Nguni herd where european breeds have been used on nguni cows. I've been trying to get my hands on a few nguni heifers from that herd - but haven't as yet been successful.

[@mokgositladi5783]

Thanks for educating me

[@tinasheaka9258]

Quite brilliant and informing. thank you

[@shanecotty3275]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@zolisamaine3518]

Respect the nguni cattle culture

[@d.pretorius453]

mooi , well done.

[@gustavoafrika4010]

👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

[@leonardsetshegetso2244]

Well said. Beautiful herd with high inherent body condition.

[@shanecotty3275]

Thank you!

[@TheBozza1]

Great video. Im loving your content and passion for cattle farming. I would love to hear about the effect of different systems like herds that are kraaled every night, communal farming/grazing systems etc.

[@shanecotty3275]

Thanks for the comment. Give me a little time to think on this and I'll put something together.

[@sydneymathuka4228]

So clean fresh

[@shanecotty3275]

Appreciate it

[@Colin-HartmanLamont]

Which breed do you prefer nguni/tuli

[@shanecotty3275]

Hi Colin, That's a difficult question - but I think the Nguni is ahead by a short nose! As you've seen I have both.

[@aseelusa09]

Wow only 6 hours

[@sydneymathuka4228]

Beutiful

[@anthonymogashoa6954]

Where can one get Nguni cattle for sale

[@shanecotty3275]

Join the fb group and you'll see when they have auctions.

[@jancovanderwesthuizen8070]

If you’re just gonna let them graze, then Ngunis are very high up on the list. If you’re producing feedlot beef, you can also just use Angus or Hereford

[@shanecotty3275]

Ek beplan om hulle met brahman en Borans te kruis. Dan behoort el iets te teel wat van die veld af kan vet word - maar ook aanvaarbaar is vir die voerkrale.

[@jancovanderwesthuizen8070]

@@shanecotty3275 Klink vir my na ‘n slim plan. Wat van ‘n bietjie bonsmara in die mengsel? Sal nog steeds ‘n weerstandige bees wees, maar dalk met nog ‘n bietjie beter vleiskwaliteit en “voerkraalbaarheid”

[@shanecotty3275]

@@jancovanderwesthuizen8070 daar gaan wel voorentoe 'n paar bonsmaras in kom. Hulle is geharde veld bonsmaras so ons wag en kyk wat gebeur.

[@NkanyisoSibiya-e8x]

Strongest cattle

[@jancovanderwesthuizen8070]

Waar in SA is julle?

[@shanecotty3275]

Hi Janco - ons is in die vrystaat. Kroonstad omgewing.

[@Land-f7q]

Can you get seman on that breed

[@shanecotty3275]

There are breeders who tap their bulls.

[@lenel6199]

37 ⁰C = 98.6 ⁰F.

[@jackholman5008]

Crazy seems like some places in america are very hot places

[@michellegordon1061]

In America with he rainfall these animals will not preform as you expect they will be susceptible to worms from the environment. Just like dorpers sheep they do well in dry environments but need massive amounts of chemicals through dewormer. It is a good idea but I would like to see how they do long term in a 30+” of annual rainfall

[@shanecotty3275]

Hi Michelle, Thanks for the comment! Ironically you already have some of our indigenous animals in your country! There are some who have imported the Mashona and are crossing them with local breeds. The Mashona comes from Zimbabwe - which has areas that get 1500 - 1800mm of rain annually... The Mashonas are quite similar to the Ngunis and both are very resistant to both internal as well as external parasites. So you might just be surprised.Remember these animals are pretty much unchanged, don't really know what dewormers and dips are.Those breeding them are doing everything to maintain their natural immunity.

[@shanecotty3275]

I should also add that these cattle are being farmed along the Drakensberg in South Africa where they have an annual rainfall of 1500mm or nearly 60 inches.... The dorper is a fairly young breed that was developed for the dry,arid regions of South Africa, while the Nguni is an old breed that developed along the coastal regions of South Africa. But it would be interesting to see how they would do in your country.

[@michellegordon1061]

@@shanecotty3275 thank you for the information I will try to get in contact with some stateside breeders/ importers. 60” would be more than most of USA get so if they can prevail in that environment I may have to change my toon.

[@sydneymathuka4228]

Take

[@michaeloldfield9313]

they r luking in brill nick 4 wot they get nd not 1 of them was belling at u to feed them

[@shanecotty3275]

Hi Michael, Yes they do look surprisingly good for the conditions!

[@tebogobareng3200]

Are you implying Africa never had cattles at all…….come on guys not everything is from Europe please, like why does everything has to be Europe even cattle’s they where first ever seen there, then later came to Africa from the north…………Lord help us

[@shanecotty3275]

I'm not implying anything. Just google it and you will see that catle migrated down south from the north.

[@shanecotty3275]

African cattle originated from the Middle East and South Asia, where domestication of wild aurochs (Bos primigenius) occurred around 10,000 years ago. From there, cattle were introduced to Africa through various migration routes and trade networks. There are two main theories about the introduction of cattle to Africa: 1. The "Levantine" route: Cattle were introduced to North Africa from the Levant region (present-day Israel, Palestine, and Jordan) around 9,000 years ago. From there, they spread to the rest of Africa. 2. The "Indian Ocean" route: Cattle were introduced to East Africa from South Asia (present-day India and Pakistan) around 4,000 years ago, via sea trade routes. Once in Africa, cattle were adopted and adapted by various cultures and breeds developed over time, such as: - Egyptian cattle (around 4,000 years ago) - Nubian cattle (around 2,000 years ago) - Zebu cattle (introduced to East Africa from India around 1,000 years ago) - Sanga cattle (developed in Southern Africa from crosses between indigenous and introduced breeds) African cattle breeds have since developed unique characteristics, such as heat tolerance, resistance to diseases, and adaptations to local environments. Today, there are over 150 different breeds of cattle in Africa, each with its own distinct features and uses.

[@leonardsetshegetso2244]

Bos taurus from current Turkey. Bos indicus from current Pakistan (Indus Valley). African bos taurus is believed to have been domesticated 8000BC around the Sahara (believed to be the N’dama ancestry).

[@MrMichackm]

Tebogo please respect yourself and other black people. Pap which you call it African is not African. All traditional cattle in SADC are one. He acknowledges Nguni cattle, did you want him to say Sotho cattle? All other breeds are imports

[@ngwzi5229]

​@MrMichackm no in the opening he specifically says all cattle come from Europe

[@mocua2910]

" All cows in africa have found their way from Europe to africa". Really?. But i don't agree with that.

[@shanecotty3275]

African cattle breeds originate from various regions and countries across the continent. However, most breeds are believed to have descended from ancient cattle populations that migrated from the Middle East and Asia around 10,000 years ago. There are several theories about the origins of African cattle breeds: 1. *North African origin*: Some breeds, like the Egyptian and Moroccan cattle, are thought to have originated from the Middle East and were introduced to North Africa through trade and migration. 2. *Horn of Africa origin*: Breeds like the Boran and Somali cattle are believed to have originated from the Horn of Africa, specifically from present-day Ethiopia and Somalia. 3. *West African origin*: Breeds like the N'Dama and Baoulé cattle are thought to have originated from West Africa, specifically from present-day Senegal and Mali. 4. *Southern African origin*: Breeds like the Nguni and Afrikaner cattle are believed to have originated from Southern Africa, specifically from present-day South Africa and Namibia. Some of the oldest and most influential African cattle breeds include: - *Egyptian cattle* (around 6,000 years old) - *Boran cattle* (around 5,000 years old) - *N'Dama cattle* (around 4,000 years old) - *Nguni cattle* (around 2,000 years old) These breeds have been shaped by various factors, including: - *Geography and climate* - *Human migration and trade* - *Selection for desirable traits* (e.g., milk production, meat quality, heat tolerance) Over time, these breeds have been adapted and developed into the diverse range of African cattle breeds we see today.

[@shanecotty3275]

I have posted a corrected answer to your statement.

[@CoNeSol]

So you dont agree with him - why dont you tell us why and give your solution instead of just being critical. How come you seem to know more than he does - what is your background. It would be appreciated if you could add some substance to your criticism.

[@mocua2910]

@shanecotty3275 The boran cow originated from the boran plateau where borana community live southern ethiopia and northern kenya.but in this video you mentioned all cows found their way from EU which I disagreed.

[@mocua2910]

@@CoNeSol cows in africa are never from european nations. That's all