FROM CATTLE DRIVES TO TODAY’S MARKETS
The same characteristics that the Texas Longhorn developed through the years of neglect are in demand by the cattlemen of the 21st century- calving ease, fertility, disease resistance and longevity. The number of uses and markets for this resilient breed are much more varied in today’s industry.
Show Cattle
The TLBAA has a World Qualifying Show Circuit with both youth and open shows. Through showing, youth cn be a part of the Texas Longhorn Breeders of Tomorrow (TLBT) and learn much about herdsmanship, sportsmanship and friendship.
Beef Cattle
Whether processing a few head for friends and family or supplying restaurants and Farm To Table outlets, this producing Longhorn beef benefit from the natural leanness developed by years of being shaped by nature.
Seedstock
Many choose to raise quality registered Texas Longhorns to be a part of preserving and insuring a future for this special breed of cattle and to enjoy the agricultural lifestyle with their family.
Recreational animals
Longhorns have been used as riding animals in parades and special occasions, used as roping cattle and simply enjoyed as pasture art.