Call For Industry Views on Carcase Classification - deadline 8th September.
Read moreMORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE WAGYU OPEN DAY IN SOMERSET ON 6TH SEPTEMBER
The last of this summer's open events is to take place on 6th September at Durslade Farm, Dropping Lane, Bruton, Somerset a 1000-acre mixed farming estate consisting of beef, sheep, pig and goat enterprises. The Fullblood Wagyu herd sits alongside an 80-head suckler herd and together they supply all the meat used in its Roth Bar & Grill. Farm Manager, Paul Dovey, will accompany visitors on a tour of the farm which will be followed by a presentation by the Roth Bar & Grill’s Head Chef Steve Horrell.
Read moreReminder - Membership Subs
Thank you to all WBA Members who have renewed their subscription for the coming year (01.07.2017-30.06.2018) and should now have received their Membership pack. Those Members who have not as yet renewed are respectfully reminded to do so as soon as possible.
Read moreWagyu Ribs Competition 21-22 October 2017
A new Wagyu Ribs Competition is to take place at the Countryside Live Fatstock Show to be held at the Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate on October 21st and 22nd 2017.
Read moreWagyu Open Day in Somerset on 6th September
Join us for our next Wagyu Open Day at Durslade Farm, Dropping Lane, Bruton, Somerset on 6th Septmeber.
Read moreAWA's Peter Gilmour comments as Bill Gates praises AACo’s cattle technologies
On the occasion of Bill and Melinda Gates' visit to the Australian Agriculture Company’s Wylarah Station in Central Queensland, Australian Wagyu Association president Peter Gilmour said his organisation had long held the belief the Wagyu breed had the ability to transform Australia’s beef herd by bringing in softer meat and more edible cuts through the influence of intramuscular fats.
Read moreADDITIONAL OPEN DAY ANNOUNCED FOR 6TH SEPTEMBER
The growth and interest in Wagyu beef from chefs and consumers across the UK has led to the Wagyu Breeders Association (WBA) hosting three open days this summer informing farmers, butchers and chefs of the benefits and qualities of Wagyu beef.
Read moreWAGYU ‘OPEN’ EVENTS ANNOUNCED
WAGYU ‘OPEN’ EVENTS ANNOUNCED
· 31st July Upper Bryntalch Farm, Abermule, Montgomery, SY15 6LA
· 14th August Monkridge Hill Farm, West Woodburn, Hexham, NE48 2TU
Read moreEXPLORING JAPANESE WAGYU ORIGINS, BREEDING AND MARKETS – CLOSING 7 JULY
EXPLORING JAPANESE WAGYU ORIGINS, BREEDING AND MARKETS – CLOSING 7 JULY
Read moreExploring Wagyu origins and markets - A trade mission to Japan
Australian Wagyu Association (AWA) in conjunction with Quadrant Australia is pleased to offer you the chance to join the Wagyu Trade Mission to Japan. Departing Australia late August, the trade mission includes not only the 2017 Wagyu Show at Sendai, but also the highlights of Tokyo, Japan’s capital, and the cultural centre of Kyoto.
The program provides opportunities to meet breeders, speak to officials and experience the Wagyu product throughout the Japanese food chain. The itinerary includes a stay in a traditional Ryokan (Japanese Inn), together with farm and technical visits where you can meet and learn from the local people.
In Tokyo, Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) will provide a briefing and overview of the beef supply chain with an opportunity to visit a local supermarket to see how the Wagyu product is presented in the retail market.
A 15-DAY ESCORTED PROGRAM
The itinerary (2mb) includes Hokkaido, Japan’s northern island, where agriculture is serious business; the cultivated land area per farm household is 15 times greater than any other prefecture in Japan.
From Hokkaido it’s a short flight to Kyoto where participants will experience the cultural centre of Japan, with ancient temples, sublime gardens and colourful geishas. During this time, there will also be visits to the Kakogawa Meat Centre and local farms.
A trip to Japan is not complete without a bullet-train experience, where speeds of up to 320km per hour are the norm and so participants will board a bullet-train (Shinkansen) bound for Sendai for the Wagyu Feature Show. Every five years this Wagyu show is held in a different location in Japan.
Attendance at this event is a great opportunity to see Wagyu cattle and to participate in all the associated activities of the show and trade exhibits. AWA, in conjunction with Quadrant Australia, has had delegations attend in 2007 and in 2012.
Accommodation in Sendai is at a premium this year and delegation numbers must be limited. Anyone interested is encouraged to book early to hold a place. As this is a Trade Mission, all transactions will be conducted with the Australian Wagyu Association, but questions and the delivery will be conducted by Quadrant Australia.
The Download the program (2mb). Trade mission cost is $14,000 + GST per person on a twin share basis. Single supplement $1,000 + GST.
The Wagyu Trade Mission to Japan is a unique opportunity to travel with like-minded people and experience the wonder of Japan, where Wagyu is considered a national treasure. Book early to avoid disappointment – accommodation at the key event in Sendai is limited with no possibility of securing more so don’t miss out, register your interest by following the link.