James Parnell

James Parnell, Shorthorn cattle, Stanton, AL, is in Dallas County and the Black Belt region near Montgomery. He participates in American Shorthorn Association programs and ensures regular health screenings for genetics and herd wellness. His cattle graze rotationally on pasture, with access to shade and shelter, and receive daily handling to promote calm temperaments. Calves live alongside family activities and learn to adapt to varied environments through early socialization.

Parnell’s operation has grown steadily since its founding, reflecting a focus on maternal traits, structural soundness, and careful genetic selection within manageable herd sizes. Facilities include covered loafing areas and a calving barn maintained to strict hygiene standards. Animals are raised without routine antibiotics, encouraging natural resilience, balanced growth, and periodic diagnostic evaluations for herd health year-round. Feed programs emphasize locally sourced hay and grain mixtures suited to each production stage.