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No other breed offers as many marketing opportunities as the Texas Longhorn. Besides
the seedstock market for both new and established breeders, there is also
a ready market for commercial bulls and commercial females. Texas Longhorns are
also in demand as roping and cutting stock. The market for Texas Longhorn naturally
lean beef has expanded to both individual and restaurant use. And lets not
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forget what
got us here in the first place: history and nostalgia. This is the appealing factor
for the hobbyist and weekend rancher.
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Seedstock
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This is the practical reason to own a registered herd. The seedstock producer furnishes
many new breeders with the start-up stock they require. He also provides other seedstock
producers with a new genetic pool.
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Commercial Bulls & Commercial Females
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Texas Longhorn bulls are the bull of choice for first-calf heifers. The commercial
cattleman knows that lower birth weight calves put less stress on the mothers. It also
gives him a live calf to sell at market the first time out. Many cattlemen also utilize
the inherited gentics of the Texas Longhorn female with their breed of bull to produce
vigorous and profitable calves for the market.
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Recreational Stock & Lean Beef
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There is a ready market for Texas Longhorns as both roping and cutting stock. The cattle
are quick, agile, and durable. Also, today's health concious consumer is demanding
leaner beef, so many Texas Longhorn breeders have
found a ready
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market for the beef they produce.
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Tradition & Nostalgia
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The Texas Longhorn is the living symbol of the Old West. Wherever the western influence
is desired - front pasture, cattle drive, or tourist attraction - you'll find a demand for
this magnificent breed
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Horns & Hides
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The Texas Longhorn is valuable even after it has outlived its usefulness as a beef
animal. Top dollars are paid for the horns, skulls, and mounts that are used in the
popular Southwestern decor of many homes and businesses.
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