Volunteer Simmentals

Volunteer Simmentals is a Chianina cattle breeder in Madisonville, TN, Monroe County and east Tennessee near Chattanooga. It participates in recommended herd health programs and oversees routine hoof and vaccination schedules to support strong bloodlines. The operation began as a family homestead and has grown steadily, with animals receiving daily socialization and gentle handling from birth.

Animals are raised on open pastures with rotational grazing and well-maintained shelters to promote animal comfort and pasture health. Its breeding philosophy emphasizes structural soundness and gentle temperaments, with pedigrees selected for longevity and resilience. Calves are accustomed to low-stress environments and natural forage routines, reflecting the farm's commitment to sustainable livestock care. Owner Madison Martin draws on her farm background to ensure attentive daily husbandry and balanced nutrition.

Feedback from regional farms often highlights the herd's calm disposition, responsive behavior and consistent growth rates.