Diamond J Wagyu

Diamond J Wagyu, Wagyu cattle, Benkelman, NE, is a family-run ranch in southwest Nebraska near North Platte. The operation follows industry best practices and participates in the American Wagyu Association registry with regular health screenings for its herd. Calves are handled daily to build gentle temperaments and grazing rotations on native grasses support natural development.

Owner Steven Stroup maintains selective breeding lines noted for consistent marbling, balanced temperaments and efficient feed conversion. Pasture-based husbandry and roomy shelters provide a low-stress environment that aligns with long-term animal welfare goals. The ranch began as a small hobby farm and has grown through careful selection, community feedback and a focus on quiet pastures. Neighbors often remark on the ranch’s attentive care and rolling fields, which reflect its commitment to sustainable stewardship. Feed rations emphasize forage quality and mineral balance to support gestation and growth without relying on excessive concentrates.