Clarahan Farms

Clarahan Farms, a family cattle operation raising Chianina cattle, Harper, IA in scenic Keokuk County and the Iowa City area. Dennis Clarahan has been raising Chianina cattle for several years and works with national breed registry programs to ensure accurate pedigrees and health testing. The herd grazes on open pastures and calves receive daily handling from birth to promote calm temperaments.

All animals undergo routine veterinary checkups and Clarahan Farms follows a structured vaccination schedule aligned with best practices. Breeding stock is chosen for maternal traits and frame size well suited to pasture-based systems. The farm participates in the American Chianina association’s performance testing to track growth rates and feed efficiency. During colder months, cattle are housed in covered barns with ample bedding to ensure comfort. A family-focused operation, the farm emphasizes sustainable grass-fed feeding and rotational grazing to maintain pasture health and animal well-being.