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4T Farms

4T Farms raises Chianina cattle in Buna, TX, in East Texas near Beaumont. With more than ten years breeding Chianina cattle, Richard Tomplait follows American Chianina Association guidelines and maintains regular health screenings for all herd members. The cattle graze across rotationally managed pastures and calves spend time alongside the herd from birth, ensuring calm handling and steady socialization. Feed rations are balanced on-site with non-GMO grains and forage, reflecting a focus on sustainable pasturing and animal wellbeing.

As a family-run operation, Tomplait provides detailed pedigree records and participates in local livestock shows, where several animals have earned ribbons. All breeding stock undergo fertility testing and nutritional evaluations each season. Visitors find a hands-on approach to tours, meeting both the herd and the nurturing environment of the farm’s barns and corrals. This blend of tradition and attentive care underpins 4T Farms’ reputation for sound genetics and steady temperaments.