Question 1

What is Wagyu?

Accepted Answer

Wagyu is a Japanese beef cattle breed derived from native Asian cattle. Wagyu quite literally means (Wa) Japanese (Gyu) Cow. Most people are familiar with the term Kobe beef, which comes from a specific area in Japan and is certified as Kobe Wagyu beef. Learn more about Wagyu on our website: [Wagyu Information](https://www.riverroadcattlecompany.com/wagyu).

Question 2

What makes American Wagyu unique?

Accepted Answer

American Wagyu is a crossbreed, 50% Wagyu and 50% another breed, typically Angus for us. This blend offers a unique combination of Wagyu's marbling and Angus's robust flavor.

Question 3

Is your beef grass-fed?

Accepted Answer

Our cattle graze on lush grass pastures their entire lives but also have access to grain and minerals from birth. Learn more: [Cattle and GMO Feed](https://www.riverroadcattlecompany.com/post/cattle-and-gmo-feed)

Question 4

Do you use hormones in your beef?

Accepted Answer

We do not add hormones for growth. Our animals have natural hormones essential for survival. Some breeding cows receive synchrony hormones before breeding, but these cows are not used for meat.

Question 5

Is the meat Antibiotic free?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics- This one is tricky one. By law, all farm animals must be free of any antibiotics before they enter the human food chain. So in that sense, all meat at the time of processing is antibiotic free, because by the time that they have made it to the processor, their body has had time to break down the antibiotics and they are no longer in their system. Yes, there are some feeds that have antibiotics in them (this type is actually illegal to feed) But that is not what our animals are eating.

https://www.riverroadcattlecompany.com/post/antibiotics-and-meat

Question 6

How can I pick up my order?

Accepted Answer

Once your order is ready, we'll arrange a pickup time within 72 hours. Pickup is in western Chesterfield and takes under 5 minutes. Just bring a container to transport your meat. Currently, we do not offer shipping.

Question 7

How will my meat be packaged?

Accepted Answer

Your meat will come in vacuumed sealed packages,  sealed in individual portions, frozen and ready for your freezer! Ground beef is in one pound packages, and steaks are cut to 1 inch thick.

Question 8

Is the meat USDA approved?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our processor is a USDA approved facility.

Question 9

Do you age your meat?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our butcher ages the meat for 21 days to ensure top quality and flavor.

Question 10

What kind of payments do you take?

Accepted Answer

We take check, cash or major credit cards with a 3.3% fee.

Question 11

What size freezer do I need?

Accepted Answer

The size of the freezer you need depends on the amount of beef you purchase. For a quarter beef, a 5-7 cubic foot freezer is typically sufficient. For a half beef, you may need a 10-14 cubic foot freezer. Always ensure you have enough space to keep the meat properly frozen.

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