Rodney & Becky Knutson

Rodney & Becky Knutson raise Wagyu cattle in Stevensville, MT, serving Ravalli County and the Bitterroot Valley near Missoula.

Building on a longstanding ranching tradition, they adhere to comprehensive health and breeding guidelines, including regular veterinary checkups and genetic screening. They work with local veterinarians and nutritionists to fine-tune feeding programs tailored to Wagyu’s unique marbling characteristics. Cattle graze on open pastures under rotational grazing, encouraging natural foraging behaviors and robust herd health.

Calves are introduced to gentle handling routines from birth to promote ease of management and positive human interaction. The ranch’s varied terrain provides cattle access to creekside grasses and upland meadows, enriching their diet throughout the seasons. Their focus on individualized feeding and low-stress handling helps develop calm temperaments and consistent marbling across the herd. Visitors often note the animals’ steady dispositions and the Knutsons’ attention to practical shelter design that supports comfort in all seasons.