52 - History of Native Breeds - Shorthorn Cattle - part 1

I am joined by two top Shorthorn breeders this week, Carey Coombes and John Scott, in a highly entertaining history lesson we learn of the 3 founders of the breed and the rivalry between them. We touch on the polled gene in the breed before discussing some of the early herds that shaped the beef shorthorn through the turn of the 20^th century including some of the great exporters. The original ‘Coates’ herdbook is discussed and, as often is, there are conversations about different types within the breed from these two knowledgeable breeders. We also have a quick chat with regular American cattle historian, Dr Bob Hough.