Compass Rose Farm

Compass Rose Farm is a Wagyu cattle breeder in Fredericktown, PA, serving Washington County and the Monongahela Valley near Pittsburgh. The farm has been raising Wagyu cattle for several years, following American Wagyu Association guidelines and maintaining routine health testing, including genetic screening and core vaccinations. Cattle graze on rotational pasture with access to a climate-controlled barn, and calves are socialized from an early age to support gentle handling and consistent growth.

As a family-operated farm managed by David H. Gates and Lydia Jane Reese, Compass Rose Farm emphasizes sustainable practices, using nutrient-rich forage and low-stress stockmanship. The team’s careful record keeping traces each animal’s lineage back multiple generations, reflecting a commitment to transparency and quality. Their breeding program balances marbling quality and maternal traits to suit both commercial and small-scale operations. Visitors describe the farm’s relaxed atmosphere and well-cared-for herd as evidence of its steady approach to responsible breeding.