Boran

The Boran developed in eastern Africa, more specifically the Borana plateau in southern Ethiopia. This area was where all the different breeds migrated through to their various destinations in Africa. The Boran developed into the dominant breed of eastern Africa and especially in Kenya, where the Kenyan Boran Cattle Breeders' Society (BCBS) have bred the "Improved Boran" since the turn of the century.

As far as can be determined this is the only breed in Africa to have this specific combination of genes. Genetic studies at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) have shown that the genetic composition of the Kenyan Boran is unique.    more...