Harvey Creek Chianina

Harvey Creek Chianina is a Chianina cattle breeder in Polk City, IA, serving central Iowa near Des Moines. For several years, Joel James Johnson has focused on maintaining a herd that reflects the distinctive characteristics of the breed, enrolling animals in regular health screenings for structural soundness and performance. Its cattle are registered with the American Chianina Association and the herd undergoes annual inspections to verify adherence to breed standards.

Calves are reared in pasture-based environments where rotational grazing preserves grassland health and daily handling promotes a calm demeanor around farm visitors and handlers. Harvey Creek Chianina participates in regional livestock exhibitions and collaborates with fellow breeders to support genetic diversity and share insights on nutrition and care. The breeding philosophy emphasizes balanced frame sizes and marbling potential, aiming for cattle that suit grass-finished beef programs and long-term resilience on pasture.