Wagyu Beef

Wagyu beef (literally meaning ‘Japan Beef’) is a delicacy that reflects centuries of careful selective breeding. It is renowned for its fine marbling which creates an extraordinary depth of succulent flavour. Firstlight Wagyu shows all the hallmarks of outstanding genetics, traditional Japanese methods and New Zealand’s natural growing conditions. Strict grading ensures only the very best quality finds its way to the table. The combination of open pasture raising and grain finishing allows Firstlight Wagyu to impart a unique flavour that is recognized and appreciated by discerning restaurants worldwide.

Facts

• Wagyu beef production is restricted to those
  who hold Wagyu beef genetics
• Wagyu beef animals are slow to mature and
  require intensive management to achieve the
  requisite marbling outcome
• Firstlight Wagyu is open pasture raised before
  being finished on a carefully monitored diet of
  grain and corn
• Wagyu beef is graded by marbling and purity
  of genetics
• Only marble grade 4 and better should be sold
  under the name Wagyu beef, any less and the
  Wagyu beef experience is lost