Winter Creek Ranch

Winter Creek Ranch, Chianina cattle breeders in Arbuckle, CA, are located in the Sacramento Valley near Sacramento. Salli Matteson has spent years refining a small herd, participating in national cattle associations and following recommended health-testing protocols.

Each animal rotates across diverse pastures on the family-run property, where low-stress handling and ample shelter support healthy growth. Calves are introduced to gentle human contact from an early age, easing future transport and handling. A focus on rotational grazing promotes pasture health and biodiversity across the rolling fields.

The ranch’s roots in livestock care reflect a long-standing agricultural heritage in the area, and local butchers appreciate the cattle’s gentle disposition and uniform conformation. Ongoing pasture improvements and attention to herd genetics aim to support both animal welfare and product consistency. Regular veterinary checkups and a balanced feed program underpin the herd’s overall health and vigor.