Melinda Braun

Melinda Braun is a Chianina cattle breeder in Columbia, IL, serving Monroe County and the St. Louis area. She has been breeding Chianina cattle for over a decade, maintaining registrations with the American Chianina Association and conducting annual health screenings for genetic disorders. Her cattle graze on open pasture with access to shade and fresh water, and calves are gently socialized from birth.

Raised on a family-run farm established in the 1950s, her herd features bloodlines noted for gentle temperament and sturdy conformation. Local veterinarians conduct regular health checkups, and the animals routinely display calm behavior in well-maintained paddocks. Her animals pass through temperament tests as calves, and many offspring have gone on to excel in local 4-H shows and agricultural exhibitions. Daily routines include rotational grazing and a feed program tailored to support muscle development and overall well-being. The farm follows strict biosecurity measures year-round.