Dec 1, 2005 · Akaushi are wagyu (In Japanese - Wagyu just means Japanese Cow). Japanese reds (Akaushi) are thought to grow faster than Japanese blacks. Are you interested in a full-blood program or are you cross-breeding?

Oct 27, 2018 · Depends on who you ask willow bottom. I think HB's private treaty bulls go for ~$6-8,000. I've seen some advertised on some boards/online marketing sites, etc. and they seem to be in the $4000 range (from producers without farm name recognition).

Dec 15, 2020 · With that said, there is a big charolais breeder about 30-40 minutes away from me that runs their cattle out in the desert. A few years ago they got started with the akaushi. There is a highway that goes through one of their pastures and I saw a handful of the akaushi pairs. They were in good condition and the calves looked pretty nice.

Dec 14, 2019 · Curious if Akaushi would be a reasonable terminal cross, or do they mature so much slower or have high grain input needed for reaching their tenderness and marbling potential. We are primarily grass-based, only feed when the grass goes away.

Aug 2, 2006 · Akaushi cattle, a Bos Taurus type of cattle had their origin and evolution in Kumamoto, Japan. Kumamoto is located in the middle of Kyushu island at a latitude of 32 degrees, 48 minutes North and 130 degrees, 42 minutes East, in the northwest part of the Kumamoto Prefecture.

Oct 27, 2018 · Well, just picked up our Akaushi X from the processor-LW 1060, HW 598, dressed 416. Mostly grass fed, some grain to keep her tame. 2 year old that wouldn't breed. Looks like she'll taste good.

Oct 27, 2018 · As I understand it, the Akaushi had infusions of Devon and Simmental genetics in their past... and probably have better growth and muscling than some of the other Wagyu-type cattle, but still marble far better than most British or Continental breeds. The …

Jul 20, 2023 · We are hoping this is going to be our winning lottery ticket !! His uncle sold in February 22 for $250,000 and another $250,000 for half of his semen rights. Fingers crossed. He's 526 lb at 6 months and I am weening him today. I'll put a nose flap in him for 4 days and then fence line wean him.

Jul 4, 2021 · From an Akaushi/Angus cross we butchered, I wasn't impressed. She was a two year old open heifer, should ...

Sep 5, 2023 · Akaushi and Japanese black. Depending on the breed and genetics of your steers, there will be less need to try and produce heavy marbling, size etc. The other contributing factor is the % of "Wagyu" . Full blood are 100%. Anything less …