2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. Wagyu Cattle History 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
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

7. Our Standards 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

8. Wagyu Genetic Lineage
Snake River Farms wagyu genetic lineage comes originally from the highlighted regions of Japan

9. Foundation of Snake River Farms
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
Fukutsuru
Original Pedigree Certificate

10. Long Cattle Feeding Program

11. Snake River Farms grading begins where USDA grading system leaves off
Grading Standards
Snake River Farms grading begins where USDA grading system leaves off

12. Japanese BMS Marbling Levels
Higher Than “Prime” Marbling
Snake River Farms uses a combination of Japanese and US grading systems to measure marbling
USDA Marbling Levels
SILVER
Minimum: Slightly Abundant (SLA00)
BLACK
Minimum: Moderately Abundant (MDA00)
GOLD
Minimum: Very Abundant (VAB00)
Japanese BMS Marbling Levels

13. Benefits Highly Consistent Extremely Tender Intensely Flavorful
Hormone Free
Healthy Fatty Acid Profile
Highly Exclusive
Consistent Pricing

14. Wagyu Cattle Herd on the Ranch

15. Kurobuta Pork History 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 The oldest and purest registry in the U.S. was established in 1875
100% Berkshire breed 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”

16. 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.

17. Our Standards
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
Grown in 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

18. American Kurobuta Pork
Berkshire Pork Rankings for Sensory Quality
ATTRIBUTE
BENEFIT
BERKSHIRE RANK
High Ultimate pH Score
Relates to low cooking loss, better water holding capacity, high degree of tenderness
First in 6 of 7 measures
Loin Firmness/
Drip Loss
Improved processing quality, tenderness
First in 4 of 4 measures
Meat Color
Consumers consistently prefer darker pork
First in 5 of 7 measures
Cooked Loin Quality
High scores for intramuscular fat percent, tenderness and juiciness all predict better consumer satisfaction
First in 4 of 5 measures
This information is excerpted form meat-quality tests conducted form 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.
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

19. Kurobuta Hogs on Family Farms

20. Benefits Highly consistent Extremely tender Intensely flavorful
Hormone free
Highly exclusive
Consistent pricing
“The Other Red Meat”

21. 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).

22. 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

23. Specialty Kurobuta Pork Items
Gourmet ham collection available in both bone-in and deli style
Authentic hardwood smoked bacon

24. Accounts

25. Media Coverage

26. Events

27. Thank You Why Snake River Farms?
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
Thank You