Donnie Paddick

Donnie Paddick raises Chianina cattle in Sumner, IL, Lawrence County and the Wabash Valley near Mount Vernon. He has been involved in livestock breeding for over a decade and participates in the American Chianina Association’s health programs.

His herd grazes on rotational pastures and calves are handled gently from birth to encourage calm dispositions. He selects for structural soundness and moderate growth rates, ensuring cattle are well-suited for both meat production and breeding stock roles. All breeding stock receives regular veterinary screenings for common bovine conditions and pasture management follows soil conservation practices.

Over the years his bloodlines have been used by several neighboring farms as foundation stock, reflecting steady growth in demand for his cattle. Raised on a family farm, his cattle benefit from consistent daily check-ins and winter shelter during colder months. His small-scale operation ensures close monitoring of each animal’s health across seasons and prompt attention to any concerns.