Kelsey Marek

Kelsey Marek is a breeder of registered Chianina cattle in Salisbury, MO, north-central Missouri near Columbia. She has been working with Chianina for more than five years and is an active member of the American Chianina Association.

All breeding stock undergoes routine veterinary health screening, nutritional monitoring and hoof care for fertility and structural soundness. The herd grazes on rotational pastures with shaded loafing areas, and calves are raised with hands-on socialization to ensure a calm temperament. Marek’s approach highlights the breed’s traditional characteristics, focusing on frame, muscling and maternal traits prized in commercial and seedstock operations.

The farm’s origins trace back to a multigenerational family cattle operation, and positive feedback from local producers notes the consistency and adaptability of her cattle across varying climates. Breeding goals include balanced growth rates and docile disposition, traits valued by commercial herds across the region. Kelsey maintains detailed performance records and ultrasound data to guide selection decisions and support predictable outcomes for buyers.