Six Buck Ranch

Six Buck Ranch wagyu cattle, Roberts, MT, south-central Montana near Billings.

Janell and Jim Henschel have raised wagyu cattle for more than a decade, both as members of the American Wagyu Association and by following established health-testing protocols. Their cattle graze on open pastures and are rotated across native grasslands, ensuring natural forage and gentle handling from the herd’s early days. Calves live alongside their mothers in spacious paddocks, where frequent human interaction supports calm dispositions. A local veterinarian oversees regular checkups, and all livestock carry individual identification for traceability and herd health monitoring.

The ranch’s family-run approach emphasizes sustainable grazing and careful selection for temperament and marbling. Recent state fair entries have earned placings for conformation and meat quality, reflecting the ranch’s steady commitment to consistency. Years of ranching under Montana’s changing seasons have honed practices that keep animals healthy throughout the year.