Colby Hough

Colby Hough is a breeder of Shorthorn cattle in Lisbon, MD, serving Carroll County and the Baltimore area. It maintains a registered herd in line with American Shorthorn Association standards and conducts comprehensive routine health screenings for genetic soundness. Calves are raised on rotational pastures and socialized daily to encourage steady temperaments and easy handling. The operation has built a reputation over years of careful breeding and selection for balanced growth, marbling, and milk production.

The farm emphasizes balanced nutrition with locally grown forages, mineral supplements, and regular veterinary check-ups. Colby Hough draws on family farm traditions to blend practical husbandry with sustainable pasture management and soil conservation practices. Animals have access to shelter barns at night and fresh water at all times. Feedback from area farmers highlights the breed’s resilience, strong foraging ability, and calm disposition as key benefits.