Wade Hilker Show Cattle

Wade Hilker Show Cattle raises Chianina cattle in Columbus, NE, in Platte County and the central Nebraska region near Grand Island. Wade Hilker has been tending quality Chianina cattle for more than a decade and follows breed association guidelines for sound structure and proven genetics. Each cow undergoes annual wellness evaluations and genetic screening to help maintain herd health. The herd grazes on open pastures with rotational grazing practices that support soil health and animal welfare.

Calves are nurtured in a climate-controlled calving barn with careful monitoring during early life stages and gradual integration into pasture groups to encourage safe socialization. Nutrition plans are customized to support growth milestones, and bulls are selected based on temperament and conformation. Several young animals have earned ribbons at state and county fairs, reflecting consistent development and breed standards. Wade Hilker Show Cattle operates on a family farm where hands-on care and detailed record keeping guide each stage of animal husbandry.