Agriculture & Land
Southern Kgalagadi farmer builds premier Brahman stud operation
The News
Darryl van der Westhuizen, 38, has transformed a childhood dream into a sophisticated Brahman stud farm near Bokspits, using scientific breeding approaches suited to Botswana's harsh environments. Operating from Lambwester Farm with his wife Shalty, he acquired 22 high-quality Bos Blanco pregnant heifers from South Africa in 2014, building a herd that now attracts international and high-profile local interest.
Why it matters
Southern Kgalagadi farmer builds premier Brahman stud operation attracting international interest, showcasing agricultural innovation and value addition in Botswana's farming sector.
4 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →