Midlake Farms/Midlake Wagyu

Midlake Farms/Midlake Wagyu, Wagyu cattle, Townville, NY, Cattaraugus County and the Southern Tier near Buffalo.

It has been raising Wagyu cattle for over eight years with membership in the American Wagyu Association and routine genetic and health screenings. Pasture rotation supports soil fertility and each herd visits a sheltered barn daily for low-stress handling and winter comfort. Calves stay with their dams for natural weaning stages and receive early exposure to gentle human interaction.

Breeding stock includes champion bloodlines that trace back to Japanese imports, and bloodline diversity is managed through strategic pairing and record keeping. The owner shares a family history in farming and uses local feed ingredients to reinforce regional connections. Detailed production logs track growth rates and health markers to maintain consistent meat quality and animal well-being. Collaborations with local schools have introduced students to cattle stewardship and sustainable farming practices.