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Agri Beef Co. & SRF. Family owned and operated since 1968 Agri Beef Co. operates in all aspects of beef production including ranching, cattle feeding, and beef processing. Snake River Farms was the vision of Robert Rebholtz, Sr., the founder of Agri Beef Co.
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Agri Beef Co. & SRF • Family owned and operated since 1968 • Agri Beef Co. operates in all aspects of beef production including ranching, cattle feeding, and beef processing. • Snake River Farms was the vision of Robert Rebholtz, Sr., the founder of Agri Beef Co. • After a visit to Japan in the 80’s, he determined that the Pacific Northwest would be the perfect environment to raise the famous Japanese wagyu cattle because of its ample space, agricultural resources, and easy access to Asia • For the first ten years its existence, Snake River Farms wagyu beef was exported exclusively to Japan
Snake River Farms Supplied through Agri Beef Co’s tightly controlled and vertically integrated beef production model - The first dual registered ISO and HACCP beef supply company in North America
Processing Plant • Modern, state-of-the-art processing plant located in Toppenish, WA. (two hours from Seattle) • Processing plant is both ISO and HACCP certified for food safety and in full compliance with the standards of the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) • ISO Designation: • ISO 22000 • Food Safety System Certification: • FSSC 22000 • Snake Rivers Farms cattle are processed weekly
Agri Beef Co.’s Core Values Sustainability There is no standard definition of “sustainable,” so from a broad perspective, it means doing whatever we can do to use our resources responsibly and working with the ranchers in our area to give them local options Total Quality A “total quality” philosophy focused around the impact of each step’s contribution to the end product is embedded in every step of our supply-chain to insure high-quality consistency Animal Well-Being Crafted in conjunction with leading industry experts, like Dr. Temple Grandin, high standards of care and handling of all animals throughout our supply chain are part of the dignity and respect that comprise our “animal well-being” policies Responsibility Upholding our “responsibility” as a valued employer in our community is critically important. Safety, health and education programs are the cornerstones of our human resource programs for our employees and Agri Beef Co. is extremely proactive in its philanthropy, including the creation of an industry-wide foodbank program called “Beef Counts,” focused on providing a steady supply of high quality beef protein to our NW neighbors in need For more information, visit our web-site at www.agribeef.com
History of Wagyu Cattle in the United States The original import of Wagyu cattle to the U.S. was in 1976 and consisted of two Tottori Black Wagyu and two Kumamoto Red Wagyu bulls This was the only importation of Wagyu into the U.S. until 1993 when two male and three female Tajima cattle were imported Wagyu Cattle History • In 1994, 35 male and female cattle consisting of both red and black genetics reached the U.S. • These importations are the base of the U.S. Wagyu breed
50% or higher Wagyu genetics (Tajima-gyu breed line) The Tajima bloodlines are generally recorded as producing the best quality meat in all of Japan Wagyu crossed with high quality Angus Angus cattle are sourced from partner farmers and ranchers No growth promoting hormones or animal by-products used in production Minimum days on feed is 350 days Days on feeding averaging 500 days, up to four times longer than regular cattle Fed a sustainable diet including: Idaho potatoes, soft white wheat, corn and alfalfa hay Most feed ingredients are sourced within an 80 mile radius Sorted into Snake River Farms 3 grade system for consistent quality Healthy fatty acid profile(2 parts mono-unsaturated to every part saturated fat) Inverse fatty acid profile to commodity cattle Our Standards
Snake River Farms wagyu genetic lineage comes originally from the highlighted regions of Japan Wagyu Genetic Lineage
FUKUTSURU Born in the Kobe region of Japan Born of famous Bloodlines still used in the Production of “Kobe Beef” His progeny all grade 100% USDA Prime or higher Was ranked the top marbling bull in the US by Washington State University Fukutsuru and other bulls from the famous Tajima bloodlines are the foundation of our wagyu beef program • Foundation of Snake River Farms Fukutsuru Original Pedigree Certificate
Grading Standards Snake River Farms gradingbegins where USDA grading system leaves off
Higher Than “Prime” Marbling Snake River Farms uses a combination of Japanese and US grading systems to measure marbling USDA Marbling Levels Japanese BMS Marbling Levels SILVER Minimum: Slightly Abundant (SLA00) BLACK Minimum: Moderately Abundant (MDA00) GOLD Minimum: Very Abundant (VAB00)
Highly Consistent Extremely Tender Intensely Flavorful Hormone Free Healthy Fatty Acid Profile Highly Exclusive Consistent Pricing Benefits
History of Kurobuta Pork in the US The Berkshire breed was discovered in Reading, England in the Shire of Berk by Oliver Cromwell’s army over 300 years ago Berkshire breed became famous in England for its flavor and tenderness The British Royals maintained a large herd of Berkshires at Windsor Palace for many years Exported to the U.S. in 1841. The oldest and purest registry in the U.S. was established in 1875 100% Berkshirebreed pork became prized as “Kurobuta” or “black hog,” in Japan where it is considered to be equivalent in status to “Kobe Beef” In 1999 the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) mandated that only 100% purebred Berkshire could be labeled as “Kurobuta” Half-bred Berkshire programs do not qualify as “Kurobuta” Kurobuta Pork History
Berkshire Genetic Lineage • Snake River Farms 100% purebred Berkshire (Kurobuta) genetics come originally from the highlighted area in England (Shire of Berk). • Pedigree ancestry is on file with the North American Berkshire Association (NABA) in Cottonwood, MN. • www.nababerkshire.com
100% purebred Berkshire (Kurobuta) genetics certified by the North American Berkshire Association (NABA) No hormone implants, paylean-free Slow fed approximately 10% longer then commodity pork Grownin Snake River Farms network of small family farms( fully traceable on-line to network of family farms via pack date on box) No gestation stalls used in production Meets standards for marbling and meat color Our Standards
Kurobuta (Berkshire) Pork is ideal to differentiate a menu or specialty retail case Ranks #1 in 19 of 23 sensory characteristics that are critical to pork consumers Provides confidence that a pork item can deliver satisfying consumer experience American Kurobuta Pork Berkshire Pork Rankings for Sensory Quality This information is excerpted form meat-quality tests conducted form 1990-99 as part of the National Barrow Show, at Austin, Minnesota. The tests differentiate pork quality among the eight major pure swine breeds that provide the foundation genetics for most pork produced in the United States.
Highly consistent Extremely tender Intensely flavorful Hormone free Highly exclusive Consistent pricing Benefits “The Other Red Meat”
Specialty Items • Besides fresh beef and pork, Snake River Farms offers a host of specialty products produced from the finest raw materials for discriminating customers • Snake River Farms sources only the highest quality ingredients for all its further processed items and, whenever possible, also sources local culinary ingredients, like premium herbs. Snake River Farms Roast Rub from Starlight Herb & Spice Co. (Boise, ID).
Specialty Wagyu Beef Items Gourmet hamburger available in pre-formed patties and bulk chubs American-Style Kobe Corned Beef made from premium brisket flat Gourmet frankfurters made from a signature blend of spices and smoked over hard woods
Specialty Kurobuta Pork Items Gourmet ham collection available in both bone-in and deli style Authentic hardwood smoked bacon
Family owned, independent, business with a stake in its over-all success Extreme consistency that starts with production and goes through the entire supply chain Over 15 years experience in niche beef and pork segments Unique branded products that can help create memorable experiences Full Marketing and Sales support to assist in any way to insure your success Why Snake River Farms? Thank You