First, you should consider what direction you want to take. Do you want to focus on breeding Wagyus or producing high-quality meat? It all depends on the direction of your business plan. If you want to develop a breeding herd, you should acquire cattle suitable for breeding. If you want to improve the meat quality of your herd, you should acquire a Wagyu bull that inherits very good marbling, carcass yield, and meat diameter.

“Take your herd’s quality to the next level by using a Wagyu bull!”

If you chose the breeding herd direction: Compared to other beef cattle breeds, the Wagyu breed is smaller and they grow more slowly. Raising Wagyus to achieve the desired marbling and tenderness can take 30 to 36 months. This longer period allows them to develop the desired traits that contribute to beef quality.

Raising Wagyu cattle in a stress-free environment with comfortable living conditions and access to clean water and quality feed is essential for producing top-quality beef. The best environment is one that provides enough space for grazing, comfortable shelter, and a low-stress atmosphere. Providing all of this contributes to the overall well-being and growth of Wagyu cattle. Wagyu cattle need shelter and proper bedding during cold weather. Very cold temperatures can be deadly to calves. Additionally, cold weather hampers weight gain. Raising Wagyu cattle requires a more specific approach to breeding, feeding, and herd management due to the unique qualities and characteristics of Wagyu beef compared to other beef cattle breeds.

If you chose the production herd direction:

The advantage of Wagyu is better meat quality, good maternal characteristics, and lower birth weights. A low birth weight is sometimes the most desired trait. First-time heifers can be problematic, and using a bull with a low birth weight significantly facilitates calving. The downside is also low milk production, which is not a problem if you cross Wagyu with another breed.