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It's mainly because there were large populations of longhorn cattle in that area, not to mention the Mexicans and Spanish descendants of those who came on the ship with Christopher Columbus were cattlemen and cowboys themselves. When Texas was taken over and made into a state of the United States, much of these people stayed here and were part of the reason that the cattle industry became so prevailent in that area, as well as areas west north and some of east.
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∙ 10y agoThere was a need for cattle drives in Texas as the Texas cattle numbers grew so much that they could not be sold for more than $2 per head in Texas whereas they could fetch as high as $40 per head elsewhere.
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∙ 11y agoCattle didn't "develop" in Texas alone, they were "developed" all over the world besides the "great state" of Texas.
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∙ 10y agoOne cow at a time. Don't take much to look this up. it is supply and demand. Texas had many cows roaming and therefore could supply the demand on the east side of the Mississippi.
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∙ 12y agoWhy not? Raising cattle in that part of the country has been around for many many years, and is ideal country for raising livestock like cattle, but not crops.
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∙ 8y agoTexas has a large area of grasslands - lands that are too dry for most crops. Consequently, most of the lands are devoted to raising cattle.
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How did cattle trails help make ranching an important industry in Texas?
It helps the cattle industry because since texas had alot of plains the cattle were able to survive in texas.
What impact did the civil war have on the Texas cattle industry?
The Civil War had a devastating impact on the Texas cattle industry. Cattle ranching was for the most part stopped. Those cattle that could be sold, sold for far below what they should have.
When did the cattle industry start in Texas?
The Texas cattle industry had its origins from the Spanish culture in raising cattle and ranching. However, some practices of cattle ranching may have come from African cultures since many of the men who were involved in ranching and acting as cattle hands in many ranches in and around Texas were of African-American origin or descent.
What city is the heart of Texas cattle industry?
The city of Forth Worth, Texas is the heart of the cattle industry. One of the big attractions in Fort Worth id the Fort Worth Stockyards.
Who was Lizzie Johnson?
she was a a women who lived her life she started school out as a teacher in Austin and became known as the " Texas Cattle Queen". and she wrote articles about the cattle industry, invested in land and cattle,and became Texas legend. she had her own cattle brand and owned cattle ranches throughout Texas.
Who was Lizzie Johnson Williams?
she was a a women who lived her life she started school out as a teacher in Austin and became known as the " Texas Cattle Queen". and she wrote articles about the cattle industry, invested in land and cattle,and became Texas legend. she had her own cattle brand and owned cattle ranches throughout Texas.
Which US state is famous for its cattle ranches and oil industry?
Texas, also known as the Lonestar State, is most famous for cattle ranches and oil wells/industry.
What industries are in Texas?
Oil and Gas, Agriculture (cattle and horses)
Which Western states have cattle herding as primary industry?
Montana, South Dakota, Idaho, Texas
Which geographical features favored the growth of the cattle industry in Texas?
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What became important to the development of the cattle industry in the Great Plains in the late 19th century?
The railroads significantly opened the cattle industry to sales and sales meant ranchers could expand their lands and herds. Ranchers from even Texas could drive herds north to meet the railroad, and both factors helped develop towns in the Great Plains.
Where is the cattle industry located in Texas?
Hereford, Texas is considered the beef capital of the world.
