Steele Point Tarentaise

Steele Point Tarentaise, Tarentaise cattle in Annada, MO, in Lincoln County near St. Louis, have focused on sound conformation and balanced temperament. The farm has been managed by Kriss and Will Cheeseman for over ten years, registered with the American Tarentaise Breeders Association and upholding brucellosis and BVD testing standards. Calves are raised on rotational pasture with shelter open year-round, allowing calves to socialize in family groups under gentle supervision.

Their approach emphasizes low-stress handling and gradual exposure to pasture life from birth. Guests often note the family’s willingness to explain breeding goals and share progress on genetic diversity. Through careful sire selection and steady herd improvement, Steele Point Tarentaise maintains cattle suited for both traditional beef operations and small-farm sustainability. Their breeding program tracks calving rates and growth performance to inform future matings. Herd numbers remain modest to allow individual attention to each animal’s development.