R David Schultz III

R David Schultz III, Chianina cattle, Riverdale, CA in the Central Valley near Fresno, has raised Italian cattle for years. He maintains registration with the American Chianina Association and conducts routine health testing for hooves, fertility, and genetic soundness. Animals graze freely on irrigated pastureland at the family ranch and benefit from daily interaction that builds trust and ease around handlers.

Breeding decisions emphasize balanced growth, structural correctness, and gentle temperaments, resulting in calves suited for both small-scale farming and youth 4-H projects. Each calf is born on-site in covered calving pens and receives early handling to encourage steady weight gains and social confidence. The ranch’s roots date back several generations in the region, lending experience to herd management and selection for resilience in hot summers. Reviewers note calves arrive in strong health and adapt smoothly to diverse farm settings with minimal stress.