Lincoln Red

Lincoln Red cattle originated in the county of Lincolnshire on the north-east coast of England. Little is known about the history of Lincolnshire cattle until 1695 apart from the findings that their genetic base goes back to Bos Urus cattle which were introduced to Britain by Scandinavian invaders between 449 and 660 A.D.

In 1695, the book 'A way to get wealth' by Gervaise Markham mentioned the quality of Lincolnshire cattle. Moving into the late 18th early 19th century the breeds Cherry-red Durhams and York Shorthorns (both of medium size) were crossed with the local draught animals to improve confirmation which resulted in the breed Lincolnshire Red Shorthorn.    more...

Upcoming Lincoln Red Cattle Shows and Events

Beef Expo 2009
     Location: Three Counties Showground, Malvern, UK, , United Kingdom
     When: Thursday 21st May 2009

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The Royal Highland Show
     Location: Royal Highland Show Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB
     When: Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th June 2009

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The Royal Show
     Location: Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, UK, Warwickshire, United Kingdom
     When: Tuesday 07th to Friday 10th July 2009

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Latest Lincoln Red Breed News

Friday, August 03, 2007
Foot and Mouth Disease confirmed in cattle, in Surrey, UK
UK - DEFRA have confirmed that following an investigation of suspected vesicular disease on a holding near Guildford in Surrey,...

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