Jarred Strate

Jarred Strate, Chianina cattle, Fairmont, OK, northwestern Oklahoma near Enid, has been raising these impressive beef cattle for more than 15 years on his family’s land. He is a long-standing member of the American Chianina Association and performs annual health testing for key genetic traits.

Herd management follows a rotational grazing system with open sheds for shelter, ensuring cattle enjoy a low-stress environment. Calves receive early handling and regular herd checks to support solid socialization and ease of care. The breeding program highlights structural integrity and efficient gain, traits valued in both commercial herds and show circuits.

Many steers from recent calf crops have posted weaning weights that exceed industry averages while maintaining lean muscle. Interest in reserve breeding stock often centers on consistent temperament and uniform conformation, qualities his customers appreciate. His pasture rotations incorporate native grasses and cover crops to enhance forage diversity and soil health.