Dean And/Or Donna Ackerman - Flying A

Dean And/Or Donna Ackerman - Flying A, Wagyu cattle, La Salle, Colorado, Weld County and the Front Range near Denver. The Ackermans have bred Wagyu cattle for several years under American Wagyu Association guidelines, and their herd undergoes regular health screenings and genetic evaluations to maintain breed standards.

Animals graze on rotational pasture with supplemental feed tailored to promote steady growth and marbling while ensuring welfare standards. Local hay and grains complement pasture offerings, ensuring balanced nutrition year-round. The farm combines traditional stockmanship with attention to low-stress handling, which visitors and neighboring producers often praise for fostering calm, well-conditioned cattle.

Calves receive attentive maternal care and early handling to support social development and ease the transition to herd life. Sustainable practices such as manure composting and targeted pasture rest underpin their commitment to environmental stewardship. Their operation traces back three generations of cattle ranching, blending lessons from the past with a focus on farm resilience.