The aim of this manual is to equip stud breeders and commercial farmers with the necessary knowledge of the Drakensberger cattle breed as well as to explain the functioning of the breeders’ society. It also explains the conditions of membership and includes a basic management programme.

Explanatory notes regarding the inspection system and the standard of excellence, estimated breeding values (EBVs) pertaining to the Drakensberger as well as the ARC National Beef Recording and Improvement Scheme are provided, while breeders can also learn more about SA Studbook and the use of software applications such as INTERGIS, LOGIX, BeefPro and StudMaster.