Discover what makes wagyu beef special, from its Japanese origins to genetically certified American herds raised in the Upstate.

SALINA — Three years ago, Rich and Kariann Dryer went over to a fellow rancher's house to buy some wagyu steaks. The rancher opened his freezer and told the Dryer's to help themselves — for free.

Wagyu is highly marbled beef that comes from Japanese cattle. Wagyu is Japanese for “Japanese beef.” Designated by Japan to be a living national treasure, this expensive red meat is unrivaled for its ...

Wagyu, which literally means "Japanese beef/cow," is widely regarded as the best beef in the world. Its perfect marbling, sweetness, and melt-in-the-mouth texture is truly out of this world — I know, ...

Ranchers nationwide are looking into raising Wagyu. Membership in the American Wagyu Association has increased by 33% over the same time last year, with more than 900 members nationwide. "We've ...