Est. 2007
Beef
Botswana Beef
The people of Botswana and the cattle population have been inextricably linked for hundreds of years and cattle, whether they are bred for milk or beef, form part of the fabric of everyday life for
the Botswana people of this Southern Africa landlocked country.
Botswana‘s environment ranges from fertile floodplain deltas to areas of fragile eco–systems with fluctuating rainfall, which ensures hardy, nutritious grassland interspersed with low bush referred to as the veld–the home of Botswana's cattle breeding herd. The raising of cattle touches almost all of the population, with cattle outnumbering people by two to one.
Urban dwellers and rural communities alike have some involvement and contact on a daily basis with cattle grazing on the veld. Breeds and Genetics have been updated and selected to produce beef that has unique flavour and textures and a delicious taste based on natural grassland production systems.
Balancing the Need for the Conservation of Wildlife and the Cattle Industry
Cattle production sits alongside and in some cases amidst diverse wildlife populations, which encompasses Africa‘s largest to its smallest species. The balance between conservation of wildlife, a valuable resource for tourism, and the needs of the commercial cattle industry. Division of the country into regions or, coupled with surveillance measures and monitoring of herds with strict controls on livestock movement give access into markets seeking the highest animal health requirements.
We Are Able to Trace the Meat Back to the Specific Farm
Botswana is a leader in cattle identification and traceability, using rumen boluses—unique electronic radio frequency devices implanted in cattle. These devices are scanned to provide each animal’s history, which is then recorded in the National Database. This system ensures consumer confidence through adherence to international best practices. Each carton of meat carries a unique identification number, allowing full traceability back to the specific farm of origin. All BMC products are Halaal, certified and supervised by the Botswana Muslim Association.
Botswana’s cattle industry relies on free-range, natural farming methods that produce full-flavoured, lean beef of the highest quality. The country's vast land and its subtropical to semi-arid climate are ideally suited for cattle farming. Botswana is home to an estimated 2.5 to 2.8 million head of cattle.
Proudly Supplying Namibia’s World-Class Meatco Beef
UBSA proudly partners with Meatco, Namibia’s premier meat processing and marketing organisation. Known for its commitment to quality, traceability, and ethical sourcing, Meatco works closely with local farmers to produce world-class beef that meets stringent international standards.
All Meatco beef is hormone-free, pasture-raised, and carefully selected to ensure premium flavour and tenderness. With EU and international accreditations, Meatco’s products are trusted across global markets — and UBSA is proud to make them available across the African continent.
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