The Shorthorn breed of cattle originated in the North East of England in the late 18th century. The breed was developed as dual purpose, suitable for both dairy and beef production; however there were always certain blood lines within the breed which emphasised one quality or the other. Over time these different lines diverged and by the second ha... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shorthorn
cattle breed raised for beef. The Shorthorn was developed during the last quarter of the 18th century through selective breeding of local cattle of ... [1 related articles] Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/s/86
Short'horn` adjective One of a breed of large, heavy domestic cattle having short horns. The breed was developed in England. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/S/92
A breed of cattle, raised in the United States primarily for beef. However, there are milking shorthorns. Shorthorns originated in England about 1600 and spread to Scotland and then to America in 1783. When first brought to Virginia, it was called the Durham. Shorthorns were popular with America's early settlers who valued its meat and milk. In add... Found on http://www.farmworldonline.com/General/Terms.asp