Bailey Blackford

Bailey Blackford, Wagyu cattle, Craig, NE, Cherry County and the Sandhills region near Omaha. She has been breeding Wagyu cattle for several years and follows American Wagyu Association standards, including routine health screenings and genetic testing for common conditions to support herd vitality. She holds membership in the Nebraska Cattlemen’s Association and participates in local and national workshops on sustainable ranching practices. Calves are raised on open pasture with rotational grazing and introduced to handling early to build calm temperaments.

Pasture-based care and natural forage play a central role in her comprehensive husbandry approach. She maintains a balanced feed program that values animal welfare alongside quality results, including nutrient-dense seasonal forage blends. Bailey’s focus on consistent marbling has earned her herd recognition among regional ranchers. Her family’s ranching roots date back two generations and inform her commitment to land stewardship.