Shaun Dierksen

Shaun Dierksen raises Wagyu cattle on a family-run farm in Rowlett, TX, in Rockwall County near Dallas. His herd management includes regular health screenings, over many seasons of selective breeding, and participation in an established breed registry to track lineage and ensure genetic soundness. Cattle graze on rotational pastures enriched with native grasses and receive balanced supplemental feeding during seasonal changes.

Shelter is provided year-round with spacious, ventilated barn stalls that support comfort and reduce stress. Calves benefit from early daily handling, carefully arranged calf groupings and low-stress weaning to foster confident, gentle temperaments. Performance testing, including ultrasound scanning for marbling and muscling, informs breeding selections to support consistent offspring quality and meeting market benchmarks.

The operation follows sustainable practices, composting manure for soil enrichment, rotating cover crops and conserving water through efficient trough systems. Feedback from regional buyers reflects satisfaction with the herd’s steady growth rates, favorable feed conversion and healthy dispositions.