5E Ranch

5E Ranch raises Wagyu cattle in McAllen, TX in the Rio Grande Valley near Brownsville. Jose and Maritza Escandon have managed the operation for over a decade, following American Wagyu Association guidelines and conducting regular health and genetic screenings. Their herds graze on native pastures with a rotational system that supports natural growth and herd well-being.

Calves are raised alongside their mothers in open fields, receiving hands-on socialization and stress-free handling from an early age. With consistent high marbling scores at regional exhibitions, the ranch’s cattle demonstrate a balance of flavor and tenderness that aligns with industry benchmarks. The ranch emphasizes pasture health and close herd monitoring, incorporating cover cropping and soil conservation to support long-term environmental balance.

Farm visits and post-sale guidance on herd management and nutrition help maintain animal welfare and buyer confidence. All cattle are registered and documented to ensure traceability from birth through herd performance records.