Mainly beef, however, more farms are beginning to use Shorthorns for dairy production.
The Shorthorn was created in 1919.
Shorthorns are dual purposed animals, they can be used for both diary and beef production. The Milking Shorthorn is the dairy producer.
Australian Illawarra cattle developed from the shorthorn cattle in Illawara, Australia.
There are over 20,000 head of Shorthorn cattle in the US.
England.
Ayrshre, Brown Swiss, Guernsey,Holstein,Jersy, and Milking Shorthorn
England. From England, Shorthorns were exported to such countries as Australia, South Africa, and North America. Check out the link posted below on origins of the Shorthorn.
I assume you are referring to the Shorthorn breed. A red Shorthorn bull bred to a white Shorthorn cow will produce a roan calf. The chance of this happening is 100% in this breed.
Shorthorn cattle are a breed known for their versatility, being raised for both meat and milk production. They are characterized by their red, white, or roan coat color and are known for their docile temperament. Shorthorns are also recognized for their adaptability to various climates and their strong maternal instincts.
red and white, of course!
Bryant O. Cowan has written: 'Record of shorthorn prize winners' -- subject(s): Shorthorn cattle
Shorthorns are infamous for the genetic abormalities Tibial Hemimelia (TH) and Pulmonary Hypoplasia (PHA) which must be tested for in all Shorthorn breeding stock. This is why the Shorthorn breed has not gained as much ground as other breeds like Herefords and Angus cattle have.