Hannes Agenbach

Short line for the poster

Bred for the Kalahari

The participant’s story

Agenbach Dorpers – Rooted in the Namibian veld At Farm Vreda in the Aranos district, we have been farming with passion and dedication since 1995. Over the years, the farm and the Namibian veld have played an important role in developing our knowledge, experience and love for sheep farming. In 2022, Agenbach Dorpers was established as a formal Dorper stud. Our aim is to develop strong, adaptable and productive Dorper genetics for Namibian conditions. We focus on traits such as fertility, growth, good carcass quality, hardiness and the ability to perform under natural veld conditions. Through responsible management, good nutrition, animal health and continuous selection, we strive to breed animals that are not only attractive, but also practical and profitable in a commercial sheep-farming operation. Every animal is managed with care and attention, and we believe that good genetics must ultimately prove themselves in the veld. Our goal is to produce Dorpers adapted to Namibia that can make a positive contribution to the country’s sheep and meat industry. As co-founders of NamLamb, we also believe in the greater potential of Namibian lamb. Through Agenbach Dorpers and NamLamb, we want to help introduce the quality, origin and unique value of Namibian sheep meat to local and international markets. **Born in Namibia. Raised by nature. Shared with the world.**