Kruger Cattle Company

Kruger Cattle Company breeds Chianina cattle in Muir, MI, Ionia County and central Michigan near Lansing. Its cattle are registered through the American Chianina Association and undergo routine veterinary health screenings.

Linda Pigue raises calves on pasture rotation, emphasizing early socialization and herd dynamics in spacious paddocks. The operation traces its breeding lines back to foundation stock imported from Italy and keeps detailed records on every animal’s growth milestones. Calves remain with their dams for at least eight months to foster strong maternal bonds and natural grazing behavior.

Barns and open shade shelters are available year-round, and free-choice mineral-supplement salt blocks support steady daily weight gains. By limiting herd size to around fifty head, the farm ensures personalized attention to each animal’s well-being. The rural layout allows calves to graze alongside pastured poultry, encouraging natural fertility cycles and mixed-species interaction.