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WHO WE ARE
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Devlan Limousins is a successful Limousin stud that was established in 1992 and has grown to an impressive breeding herd of approximately 600 stud animals today. John & Tracy Devonport are the proud owners of this beautiful her.

The farm is situated on the beautiful banks of the Vaal Dam and comprises 6 adjoining farms totaling 1156 hectares with 22 kilometres of waterfront. We have an average rainfall of 600mm a year. The cattle graze on Sourveld and we experience very harsh and cold winters. It is a very tough environment with high tick populations, gallsickness and redwater.

It is a relatively drought-resistant farm as when the water level drops, the farm increases in capacity. The grazing below the high water mark is fertilized naturally and the cattle thrive on this exceptional pasture. The cattle are raised on the veld under high grazing pressures with minimal feeding.

CURRENT BREEDING GOALS
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We aim to focus on economic traits that affect your herd:

TESTING ABOVE PROFIT DRIVERS
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Because of our large herd size, we are able to have well-structured management groups and we measure the following
to give you the knowledge to make informed decisions.

WHY DO LIMOUSINS BREED "MUCH MORE MEAT"?
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The Limousin is renowned for its small calves with less calving problems.

Hybrid vigour of the "bos Taurus" when crossed with indigenous breeds: 1 + 1 = 2.4 (at least 15 - 20% more meat).

The Limousin slaughters out between 60% and 66% and has much more meat than any other breeds because of its naturally occurring F94L Myostatin gene which increases overall beef yield by up to 7%.

Limousins produce more meat and muscle with less fat and lower cholesterol, also making it much healthier for the consumer.

The meat to bone ration is far superior due to the fine bone structure and beefing qualities.