Rusk Show Cattle

Rusk Show Cattle raises Chianina in Dundas, IL, in southern Illinois near Effingham. Randy Rusk draws on a long family tradition of beef cattle management and has been part of national Chianina associations for many years, working toward breed standard goals. It adheres to recommended health-testing for fertility, calving ease and disease resistance. Cattle graze on rotational pastures and calves receive daily handling to build confidence and steady temperaments.

The operation blends traditional husbandry with modern welfare standards, ensuring animals have access to shade, fresh water, shelter and a daily-maintained barn and feedlot to support overall health. Herd records reflect steady improvements in growth rates and structural soundness without relying on unnecessary supplements. Pedigree records are maintained on-site, offering transparency into lineage and calving history. Visitors often remark on the calm nature of the cattle and the open barn design that encourages natural herd behaviors.