Chili Pepper Ranch - Osborn

Chili Pepper Ranch - Osborn, wagyu cattle, Apison, TN, is a family-run operation in East Tennessee near Chattanooga. The ranch follows industry guidelines for herd health, with regular veterinary oversight, proactive biosecurity measures, and balanced pasture rotation. They maintain ties with university extension programs and agricultural cooperatives to stay informed on nutrition, breeding standards, and sustainable grazing practices.

Animals roam spacious paddocks and receive daily handling to encourage calm temperaments that ease integration into commercial and family herds. A feeding program centered on nutrient-rich forages like clover and ryegrass, supplemented by tailored mineral blends, promotes steady growth and exceptional marbling. Several ranch-bred cattle have earned favorable evaluations at regional livestock shows and state fairs, reflecting careful attention to genetics and care. Visitors often remark on the rolling hills landscape and the cattle’s relaxed nature, illustrating the ranch’s focus on low-stress husbandry.