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Genetically produces more meat
E na le nama e ntsi ka tholego
Distinguishing the Limousin breed from all other breeds is the presence of the F94L myostatin “Profit” gene. This gene variant naturally increases meat production by 20% without artificial growth hormones. The Limousin carcase
has a high meat-to-bone ratio and dress-out between 65 and 70 per cent. Therefore, “Much More Meat” means “Much More Profit”!
2
Improves commercial cattle herds with cross-breeding
Fa e kopantswe le mefuta e mengwe ya
dikgomo e a di tlhabolola ga bonolo
Limousin bulls are the bulls of choice when crossbreeding with local indigenous breeds such as Brahman, Beefmaster, Bonsmara etc. Crossbred calves benefit from the hybrid vigour and the presence of the F94L gene, which is transferred to the progeny (offspring). Limousin bulls are often used to open heifers of breeds with large calves, e.g. Charolais, because of the small calving characteristic of the Limousin breed.
3
More efficient with less feed
E dira ka natla e sa jesiwe mo go kalokalo
The Limousin breed has an excellent average daily gain and feed conversion ratio. They are good foragers, ideal for grass-fed beef production, achieving more meat per hectare. They are the ideal choice for feedlots since they
need less feed to produce more meat, and they can be fed longer before putting on excess, unwanted fat.
4
Easy calving with small calves
E tsala marole aa lekanetseng mothofothofo
The breed is renowned for producing small, vibrant calves which are light at birth leading to minimum calving problems, less neonatal mortality and fewer veterinarian expenses. They grow rapidly after birth, weaning at weights well above international beef industry averages.
5
Fertile with sufficient milk production
Ke kgomo ee letsalo e bile ena le masi a mantsi
The Limousin cow has good mothering capabilities, producing more than enough milk for strong, beefy calves. Many large herds have an inter calving period of 370 – 380 days.
6
A long, productive life
E tshela lobaka gape e na le maduo
The longevity of Limousin cows is considerable. The morphology of female cows reaches its full development between 6 and 8 years of age. This asset enables females to produce high-quality calves up to an advanced age of
18 years, and after rearing several calves, they provide remarkable added value in quality categories.
7
Calm character for easy management
E bonolo e le motlhofo le go thokomelwa
Limousins have a relaxed and calm temperament making them easy and safe to work with.
8
Adapted to African conditions
Ke kgomo e e kgonang go emelana le seemo sa
bosa mo lefatsheng la Botswana.
The Limousin is very well adapted to diverse climates and conditions. Originating from France, the Limousin cattle evolved into a breed of unusual sturdiness, health, and adaptability due to the harsh pastoral and climatic conditions. In Africa, the breed is now farmed in feedlots and free-range conditions across Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Mozambique. At Leadwood, we successfully breed with them in the Tuli-Block and Sandveld area.
9
Tender, healthy beef for the health-conscious
E nama ee monate e bile e siametse botsogo
The breed produces naturally lean beef, low in cholesterol and saturated fats, making it the ideal choice for the modern health-conscious consumer and export markets.
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Registered Stud
E mmele o o lekanetseng
You know what you buy! The Leadwood Limousin herd is registered with the Limousin Cattle Breeders Society of Southern Africa, which inspects each animal to ensure compliance with the breed standard.
