More beef is produced in South Africa with the Bonsmara than any other breed, and it comprises 50% to 60% of total beef production in the country. South Africa had 130,000 registered Bonsmara cattle in 2019, and the worldwide population is over 4 million. The breed remains in high demand on the African continent, but it’s also become popular in Chile, Argentina, Brazil, and Columbia. Recently, the Bonsmara was introduced in Australia and North America.
Population, Distribution & Habitat
