Samantha Podzimek

Samantha Podzimek, Chianina cattle in Mitchell, SD, operates in eastern South Dakota near Sioux Falls. She has over 15 years of experience breeding Chianina under the American Chianina Association and follows a strict health testing program that includes annual veterinary screenings and genetic panels.

Her cattle graze on pasture and receive daily hands-on care from a small family team that emphasizes early socialization and low-stress handling. Feeding routines balance local forage with fortified grains to support steady growth and structural soundness. The farm’s quiet pastures and roomy shelters reflect a focus on animal comfort throughout all seasons. Recent buyers have noted calm temperaments and reliable maternal instincts in this herd.

She practices rotational grazing, cover cropping, and deliberate pasture rest to promote soil health, forage quality, and biodiversity across her acreage. Active membership in statewide livestock associations and regular participation in continuing education events ensures her herd meets evolving breeding and welfare benchmarks.