Holistic Hooves

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Velvet

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  • Date of Birth

    01 Jan 2016

  • Species

    Bovine

  • Breed

    Nguni

  • Hectares Regenerated

    10

  • Sire

    Unknown

  • Dame

    Unknown

  • Classification

    Heifer

Story

Velvet, a glossy black heifer, moves with a gentle grace through the dry, sparse landscape, her dark coat absorbing the sun's warmth. Her presence in this environment is integral to the holistic decision-making process; as she grazes, she helps to manage plant growth, promoting a mix of species that enhance biodiversity. Her hooves, pressing into the earth, aid in the breakdown of plant material, fostering soil aeration and organic matter incorporation, which are key to soil health. Velvet's grazing patterns contribute to the cycling of nutrients, supporting the regeneration of the land by improving water infiltration and reducing erosion. Her role in this ecosystem exemplifies how livestock can be part of a sustainable, adaptive management practice, nurturing the land as much as the land nurtures her.

Grazing Routes



Sponsorship Benefits

Bronze Tier (1 - 2 Cows)

Receive up to 5 complimentary bed nights at ACHM for you and a guest to experience our projects firsthand

Silver Tier (3 – 5 cows):

Enjoy all the Bronze Tier benefits PLUS 5 additional (giftable) bed nights PLUS Free enrolment in any ACHM course in the year.

Gold Tier (6 or more cows):

Enjoy all Silver Tier Benefits, PLUS free accommodation at ACHM at any time, unlimited access to ACHM Courses

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