Wade Rodgers

Wade Rodgers breeds Chianina cattle in Searsboro, Iowa, in Mahaska County and the Des Moines area. He has maintained registration with the American Chianina Association since 2010 and participates in judge evaluations to uphold breed standards. Each breeding candidate undergoes genetic testing for traits like calving ease, foot health, and feed conversion to support herd vitality. Rodgers rotates cattle through four pasture blocks to preserve forage diversity and promotes early handling so animals develop calm temperaments.

A well-ventilated barn and loafing sheds provide shelter during Iowa’s variable seasons, ensuring consistent growth and comfort year-round. Rodgers tracks performance records and balances structural soundness with marbling quality, producing cattle suited to both exhibition and beef production. Neighbors often remark on the herd’s gentle nature and steady weight gains, reflecting Rodgers’s commitment to animal welfare and transparency. His family-run operation maintains a manageable herd size, allowing close attention to each animal’s nutrition and well-being.