Akaushi vs term Wagyu

Wagyu cattle originated in Japan (Wagyu meaning Japanese cow).   Akaushi is a separate

and distinct Breed from other Japanese cattle.  There are no similarities, genetically or

phenotypically, between Akaushi and the other Japanese Breeds.  Based on research by the

American Akaushi Association, the Akaushi Breed started with the South Korean breed known

as Hanwoo. In ~1870, Devon was infused into the Hanwoo cattle and in ~1910 Simmental was

incorporated into the breed.  Around 1910 the breed was closed to other outside genetics and the

Akaushi breed was formed, and to this day remains the same, a closed herd for well over 100

years.  

History of Akaushi Cattle in the US

In 1994 the nucleus of the Akaushi herd was brought to the United States. Realizing the value of

their unique product, the Japanese Government banned the export of Akaushi and declared them

a living national treasure.  The same closed herd and multi-trait selection process used in Japan,

is now used in the United States by the American Akaushi Association members.  Coupled with

the recorded parentage of the U.S.-born calves, the lineage of the American Akaushi can be traced

back over 30 generations to the origin of the breed.  American Akaushi cattle are 100 percent pure 

and are direct descendants of the Mount Aso Region's revered Akaushi herds.   

Akaushi Cattle

•  All Schardt Cattle Co beef cattle are 100% DNA parent verified
•  Breed backed by facts
•  Predictability - closed herd for ~100 yrs.
•  Uniformity – phenotypically & genetically
•  Increased Heterosis (hybrid vigor)
•  Increased Fertility
•  Increased Carcass Quality in one generation
•  Increased Profitability and Marketability for producers, feedlots, food services and retailers  

Akaushi Carcasses/Beef

•    Source and Age Verified (DNA verified)
•    Consistent
•    Tender
•    Unique Flavor/Taste
•    100% All Natural
•    USDA Certified Akaushi Beef Program (HeartBrand)

Consumer/Health

•    100% All Natural
•    Source and Age Verified (DNA verified)
•    Extraordinary Health Benefits – positive ratio of monounsaturated fat vs. saturated fat,                          high levels of oleic acid (olive oil) which is heart healthy