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Race to Raise Super Wagyu: Will DNA Testing Be Key?

Japanese farmers are using genome sequencing to identify super Wagyu mamas to selectively breed genetically superior Wagyu herds. Will this lead to better beef or a uniformity in taste?
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Ladies Do It Better, Even Wagyu Ladies

A vast majority of Wagyu meat produced in Japan is either from heifers (young virgin females) or steers (castrated males). Between the two, heifers are more highly prized for their tenderness and silky texture.
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Japanese Wagyu Has Free Trade to Thank for Its Intense Marbling

The entire Japanese beef cattle industry was at the brink of extinction in the face of foreign competition. This article introduces a little-known historical fact that contributed equally, if not more, to the opulent marbling of Japanese Wagyu – free trade.
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Wagyu – Why It Has To Be Japanese?

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Japanese Wagyu and its western counterparts raised in the U.S. or Australia? Here are 4 reasons why Japanese Wagyu is the superior choice.
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Wagyu & Egg: The Inseparable Pair

Have you thought about why there is usually an egg yolk on your steak tartare? The golden combination of beef and eggs has been scientifically proven to enhance the flavor and texture of the meat. The effects are further amplified when it comes to Japanese Wagyu.
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Koshu Wine Beef: The Wagyu Kissed by Bacchus

Ernest Hemingway once said: “My only regret in life is that I did not drink more wine.” His remorse is certainly not shared by the Koshu Wine Beef, as this brand of Wagyu is fed the grape marc from wine making from the tender age of 6 months.
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Kobe Bryant v. Kobe Beef: Who Was the Original?

Did you know that Kobe Bryant actually sued the City of Kobe over the right to rename the highly coveted Kobe Beef, but he was actually named after Kobe Beef?
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Crazy Wagyu Diet: Apples, Chinese Herbs, and … Charcoal!

This week, we will introduce you to three more surprising ingredients in Japanese Wagyu’s diet. If you are lucky enough to try one of these Wagyu, be sure to notice the difference in their flavor!
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Your Wagyu Ate What?! Surprising Diet of Japanese Wagyu

Some Japanese Wagyu farmers have decided to add a dash of “spice” to their cattle’s diet. The result is some uniquely delicious meat. This article introduces some of the most unusual ingredient in Wagyu feed.
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3 Reasons Why You Should Never Serve or Eat an A5 Wagyu Steak

It makes us cringe every time we see A5 Wagyu sirloin served as a steak in an American or European restaurant. Unless you are interested in burning money and killing your customers at the same time, this combination should rarely be attempted for 3 reasons.