Nwks Cattle Co.

Nwks Cattle Co., Wagyu cattle in Almena, KS, serves Norton County and northwest Kansas near Salina. It started raising high-quality Wagyu cattle over a decade ago and holds membership in the North American Wagyu Association to support herd development. The operation follows industry-recognized protocols for genetic evaluation and routine veterinary screenings to maintain herd health. Owner Chance Simpson Mckinney draws on family ranching traditions to foster a respectful relationship between animals and land.

Animals graze on native grass pastures and access sheltered loafing areas, with calving barns outfitted with straw bedding and open-sided pens for comfortable ventilation. Each calf receives early socialization and attentive care, while rotational grazing practices sustain pasture diversity. This low-stress handling approach and thoughtful husbandry help produce cattle noted for calm temperament and steady growth. Local producers often comment on uniform marbling and consistent weight gain as indicators of overall welfare and farm stewardship.