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PRINCIPLES OF FARM PRACTICE 



Shorthorn. A typical Shorthorn has width and depth of 

 form and a generally symmetrical development. The head is 

 wide between the eyes, but short from eyes to muzzle, the 

 horns are short, curve forward gracefully and, in color, are 

 waxy white with dark tips. The color of the Shorthorn 

 varies from pure red to pure white. These colors are 

 frequently mixed, producing a roan. Red, white, and roan 



An example of the Shorthorn breed of beef cattle. Ohio Sultan. 

 % (Plumb, Ohio State Agricultural College.) 



may be regarded as the distinguishing colors of the Shorthorn. 



The hindquarters are especially well developed the best 

 of any breed. The forequarter, on the other hand, is some- 

 times lacking in development. 



Animals of the Shorthorn breed have a great capacity for 

 the production of flesh, but come to full maturity later than 

 other breeds. They are good feeders and are able to adapt 

 themselves to a variety of conditions of climate and feed. 

 They have a high rank among beef breeds, as milk producers. 



