“It is expensive due to the manner in which the cows were raised and slaughtered,” Brazile says. “The young cattle are fed milk by hand and grow up grazing on an open pasture.” According to the AWA, Wagyu production is closely regulated by the Japanese government.

Why is Wagyu beef expensive?

“It is expensive due to the manner in which the cows were raised and slaughtered,” Brazile says. “The young cattle are fed milk by hand and grow up grazing on an open pasture.” According to the AWA, Wagyu production is closely regulated by the Japanese government.

What is so special about Wagyu beef?

Wagyu beef is distinctive because it is highly marbled. Marbling refers to the visible layers of intramuscular fat. This is fat that is found in the muscle. Due to the unique genetics of the cows, the meat contains a higher percentage of fatty acids than ordinary beef, giving it a higher marbling score.

What is Wagyu beef made from?

Simply put, Wagyu is Japanese beef. In the Japanese language, “wa” means Japanese, and “gyu” means beef. Wagyu is made exclusively using any of the Japanese beef cattle breeds: Black, Brown, Polled, and Shorthorn. However, over 90% of all wagyu comes from Japanese Black cattle.

Why is Wagyu a5 so expensive?

The cows are often raised by the breeder until 10 months old and then sold to a fattening farm. There they are kept in small farms and fed a mix of fibre and high energy concentrate made from rice, wheat and hay until the animal is 50% fat. The feed is expensive, which contributes to the price.

What part of a cow is Wagyu?

Wagyu Top Sirloin This is a thick, lean cut of meat found at the back end of the cow. It provides rich flavor and is moderately tender, most known for its robust beefy flavor.

Is Wagyu only in Japan?

Can Wagyu be Raised Outside of Japan? In 1997, Japan designated Wagyu as a national treasure and began an export ban on cattle, which has helped keep Wagyu nearly entirely exclusive to Japan. However, some farmers in other countries have been able to source DNA to cross with their native breeds.

Who is the biggest beef producer in the world?

The United States
The United States is the largest producer of beef in the world followed by Brazil, European Union, China and India.

Is Wagyu better than Filet Mignon?

In Wagyu, particularly 100% Fullblood Wagyu, the Filet Mignon has more marbling, bringing even more velvety decadence and flavor than Filet Mignon cuts from other breeds of cattle.