Current news
Simbra Spring Showcase 2024
The 2024 Simbra Spring Showcase took place on Wednesday, the 4th of September at the Afridome in Parys, and it was a memorable one.
Feedback from EC Club
78 cattle farmers attended the thought provoking farmers day, aptly named ‘Time for Change’, held on Friday 29 November 2024
Klerksdorp judges’ course
acMar and Stefmar Simbras once again hosted Klerksdorp Hoërskool agricultural students for their annual cattle judging course, held at the Farm Ysterspruit.
Lichtenburg Show 2024
The Lichtenburg Show 2024 was a resounding success, showcasing the finest Simbra cattle from top breeders across the region.
Nampo Alfa
Nampo Alfa wat fokus op jag, buitelewe leefstyl en lewende hawe was vanjaar aangebied vanaf die 17 tot 19 Oktober, en Riaan van Zyl se Rotswand kudde het die Simbras daar verteenwoordig.
LRF Stockman School
We are thrilled to announce that the LRF’s 16th Annual Stockman School was a resounding success!
LRF Beef Industry Workshop
On October 8th, we hosted the LRF Members Meeting, followed by the LRF Beef Industry Workshop.
Older News
What is the difference between carcass traits and meat quality traits?
It is time to draw the line!
Which line? The distinguishing line between carcass and meat quality traits.ss and meat quality traits.
Contemporary groups – what, why and how?
Contemporary groups refer to groups of animals that have been exposed to very similar environmental factors throughout their lives, thereby accounting for all environmental factors when comparing the performance of the animals for a specific trait.
Reminder: Simbra Spring Showcase 2024
Please save the date and take note of the Simbra Spring Showcase events happening between the 3rd and 5th of September 2024 in Parys at the Afridome.
Annual General Meeting 2024
The Simbra Cattle Breeders’ Society of Southern Africa wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude and thanks to Mr. Pieter Meyer for his dutiful years of service to the society as Breeder Liaison.
Simbra Rebranding
The Simbra Cattle Breeders’ Society of Southern Africa recently underwent an exciting makeover!
Simbra Participation in the Second Phase of the Beef Genomics Program
The start of the second phase of the Beef Genomics Program (BGP2) has been met with great anticipation. BGP2 commenced in April 2024 and will extend for a period of three years.
