Boran

The Boran developed in eastern Africa, more specifically the Borana plateau in Southern Ethiopia. This area was where all the different breeds migrated through to their various destinations in Africa. The Boran developed into the dominant breed of eastern Africa and especially in Kenya, where the Kenyan Boran Cattle Breeders’ Society (BCBS) have bred the “Improved Boran” since the turn of the century Average weight gains per day on grass & feedlot: 

Grass = 0.7 kg – 1.0 kg per day depending on grass quality. Feedlot = 1.3 kg per day.

Statistics: vigorous hybrid, good maternal instincts, longevity, fertility, disease resistance,quiet temperament, quality carcass, efficient food conversion, early maturing.