Warrendale Wagyu Ireland is currently seeking farmers interested in producing, rearing and finishing Wagyu cattle.
The group is set to host two information evenings aimed at farmers who want to join the integrated supply chain or simply to learn more about the programme.
All farmers are welcome to attend the information events.
Both events will commence at 7:30p.m. The information events will take place at the following two locations:
- Tuesday, December 3: Radisson Blu Hotel, Ennis Road, Limerick (Eircode: V94 YA2R);
- Wednesday, December 4: Tullamore Court Hotel, Tullamore, Co. Offaly (Eircode: R35 D406).
Those interested in attending can click here to register their attendance on the website.
Farmers who get involved with Warrendale Wagyu Ireland can enjoy a range of benefits including a guaranteed beef finishing price for 2027 as well as long term supplier agreements with market leading premiums.
All calves in the integrated supply chain will be bred from cows selected on genetic merit resulting in exceptional quality and fully traceable beef.
To find out more, farmers can contact a member of the team by telephone on: 01-8015000 or 085 2077942. Alternatively, farmers can e-mail: [email protected].
By partnering with calf rearing and finisher farms, Warrendale Wagyu ensures a market outlet for calves and consistently delivers high-quality carcasses to meet consumer demand.
About Warrendale Wagyu
Warrendale Wagyu, in partnership with farmers across both Ireland and the UK, is reshaping the agricultural landscape with its unique approach to Wagyu beef production.
Originating in Japan and renowned for its exquisite taste and marbling, Wagyu beef has gained popularity worldwide.
Warrendale Wagyu’s integrated supply chain prioritises sustainability while delivering top-quality beef to consumers throughout Europe.
Collaborating with forward-thinking dairy farmers, Warrendale Wagyu Ireland focuses on crossbreeding full-blood Wagyu genetics from Munster Bovine to produce Wagyu dairy crosses.
Research has shown that Wagyu dairy crosses excel in various aspects, including easy calving, resilience to weather conditions, and exceptional eating quality.
About the programme
The programme’s payment structure includes €200 for each Wagyu dairy cross calf at four weeks of age with additional premium payments of up to €50 upon slaughter.
This brings the total available to the calf producer to €250. There are also bonus payments available for finishers.
The programme offers numerous benefits to farmers including:
- Breed Advantages: Wagyu crosses offer easy calving, hardiness in versatile weather conditions, excellent temperament for ease of management, and easy finishing progeny with outstanding eating quality;
- System Features: With a guaranteed market outlet for Wagyu cross calves from the dairy herd, breeders receive €250 per Wagyu dairy cross calf, along with comprehensive bonus payments for finishers. The programme accommodates both steers and heifers and promotes high welfare standards and a low environmental footprint with its grass-based system.
- Dedicated Support: An expert field team provides assistance across all aspects of production, ensuring farmers receive guidance and support.
To qualify for the programme, programme approved sires from Munster Bovine must be used. Jersey genetics do not qualify for the programme.
Calves must be fully vaccinated, undergo BVD/DNA tag testing, and remain on the farm of birth for a minimum of four weeks.
Additionally, All members must adhere to Bord Bia’s Sustainable Beef and Lamb Assurance Scheme (SBLAS) for approval and compliance.
Farmers interested in participating in the programme can reach out to the Warrendale team.
With a focus on the dairy beef industry, the programme offers a structured approach to guarantee financial returns for farmers and a reliable market outlet for calves.
Warrendale Wagyu Ireland offers Irish dairy and beef farmers the opportunity of an alternative production system with a guaranteed and sustainable market outlet.
