Frequently Asked Questions

A: The term Wagyu is the cattle breed that Kobe beef is produced from. The term “Kobe beef” can only be applied to Wagyu cattle that are produced in the Kobe region of Japan. Wagyu cattle produced outside of Kobe Japan should always be termed Wagyu.

A. Yes. Almost all cattle start out on grass, but end up in feedlots, where they are “finished” on grain, which fattens them quickly, but also sickens them, since grain is not part of their natural diet. In contrast, “grass-finished beef” refers to cattle that have been fed entirely on grass. The process takes longer, but the cattle are healthier, and their meat is much healthier for you. You will also hear the term “100% grass fed” for cows that are “grass finished.” The terms can be confusing because many people will also call 100% grass-finished beef simply “grass fed,” so if you want clarification, ask if they’ve been “grass finished.”

All of the Wagyu beef we sell on our farm is “grass-finished.”

A: Wagyu beef is versatile and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Our favorite way to enjoy Wagyu is by keeping it simple: cook it hot and fast. We lightly season our steaks and burgers with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper. Lightly wipe a cast iron skillet with canola or olive oil and heat the skillet until it smokes. Add your steaks or burgers and sear for approximately 3 minutes on each side to achieve meat that is medium rare. This method of cooking enhances Wagyu's legendary buttery taste and velvety texture. To see more recipe ideas, visit our recipes page.

A: Our beef will keep great for at least a year in your freezer as long as your freezer is functioning properly.

A: A 7- cubic foot freezer will be plenty large enough for a quarter beef.

A: A quarter beef will be approximately 125 lbs., depending on the size of the animal.

A. A quarter beef will be a homogenous mix of both front and rear quarters.

A: Customers can pick up the product, or we provide free-local delivery within thirty miles on 30 lb. variety boxes and a quarter beef. We also offer free delivery within 120 miles for a half of beef. We also ship via Fed-Ex.