Experience the exquisite taste of the world’s finest beef and pork.

• Family owned and operated since 1968
• Agri Beef Co. operates in all aspects of beef production including ranching, cattle feeding, and beef processing.
• Snake River Farms was the vision of Robert Rebholtz, Sr., the founder of Agri Beef Co.
− After a visit to Japan in the 80’s, he determined that the Pacific
Northwest would be the perfect environment to raise the famous Japanese wagyu cattle because of its ample space, agricultural resources, and easy access to Asia
• For the first ten years its existence, Snake River Farms wagyu beef was exported exclusively to Japan
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Snake River Farms
Supplied through Agri Beef Co’s tightly controlled and vertically integrated beef production model
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The first dual registered ISO and
HACCP beef supply company in North
America
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• Modern, state-of-the-art processing plant located in Toppenish, WA. (two hours from
Seattle)
• Processing plant is both ISO and
HACCP certified for food safety and in full compliance with the standards of the
Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI)
• ISO Designation:
• ISO 22000
• Food Safety System Certification:
• FSSC 22000
• Snake Rivers Farms cattle are processed weekly
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S ustainability
There is no standard definition of “sustainable,” so from a broad perspective, it means doing whatever we can do to use our resources responsibly and working with the ranchers in our area to give them local options
T otal Quality
A “total quality” philosophy focused around the impact of each step’s contribution to the end product is embedded in every step of our supply-chain to insure high-quality consistency
A nimal Well-Being
Crafted in conjunction with leading industry experts, like Dr. Temple Grandin, high standards of care and handling of all animals throughout our supply chain are part of the dignity and respect that comprise our “animal well-being” policies
R esponsibility
Upholding our “responsibility” as a valued employer in our community is critically important.
Safety, health and education programs are the cornerstones of our human resource programs for our employees and Agri Beef Co. is extremely proactive in its philanthropy, including the creation of an industrywide foodbank program called “Beef Counts,” focused on providing a steady supply of high quality beef protein to our NW neighbors in need
For more information, visit our web-site at www.agribeef.com
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History of Wagyu Cattle in the United States
• The original import of Wagyu cattle to the
U.S. was in 1976 and consisted of two
Tottori Black Wagyu and two Kumamoto
Red Wagyu bulls
• This was the only importation of Wagyu into the U.S. until 1993 when two male and three female Tajima cattle were imported
• In 1994, 35 male and female cattle consisting of both red and black genetics reached the
U.S.
• These importations are the base of the U.S.
Wagyu breed
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• 50% or higher Wagyu genetics (Tajima-gyu breed line)
– The Tajima bloodlines are generally recorded as producing the best quality meat in all of Japan
• Wagyu crossed with high quality Angus
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Angus cattle are sourced from partner farmers and ranchers
• No growth promoting hormones or animal by-products used in production
• Minimum days on feed is 350 days
– Days on feeding averaging 500 days, up to four times longer than regular cattle
• Fed a sustainable diet including: Idaho potatoes, soft white wheat, corn and alfalfa hay
– Most feed ingredients are sourced within an 80 mile radius
• Sorted into Snake River Farms 3 grade system for consistent quality
• Healthy fatty acid profile
(2 parts mono-unsaturated to every part saturated fat)
–
Inverse fatty acid profile to commodity cattle
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Snake River Farms wagyu genetic lineage comes originally from the highlighted regions of Japan
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FUKUTSURU
• Born in the Kobe region of Japan
• Born of famous Bloodlines still used in the
Production of “Kobe Beef”
• His progeny all grade 100% USDA Prime or higher
• Was ranked the top marbling bull in the US by
Washington State University
• Fukutsuru and other bulls from the famous
Tajima bloodlines are the foundation of our wagyu beef program
Fukutsuru
Original Pedigree Certificate
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Snake River Farms grading begins where USDA grading system leaves off
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Snake River Farms uses a combination of Japanese and US grading systems to measure marbling
USDA Marbling Levels Japanese BMS Marbling Levels
SILVER
Minimum: Slightly Abundant (SLA00)
BLACK
Minimum: Moderately Abundant (MDA00)
GOLD
Minimum: Very Abundant (VAB00)
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• Highly Consistent
• Extremely Tender
• Intensely Flavorful
• Hormone Free
• Healthy Fatty Acid Profile
• Highly Exclusive
• Consistent Pricing
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History of Kurobuta Pork in the US
• The Berkshire breed was discovered in Reading, England in the Shire of Berk by Oliver Cromwell’s army over 300 years ago
• Berkshire breed became famous in England for its flavor and tenderness
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The British Royals maintained a large herd of Berkshires at Windsor Palace for many years
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Exported to the U.S. in 1841. The oldest and purest registry in the U.S. was established in 1875
• 100% Berkshire breed pork became prized as “Kurobuta” or “black hog,” in Japan where it is considered to be equivalent in status to “Kobe Beef”
• In 1999 the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and
Fisheries (MAFF) mandated that only 100% purebred
Berkshire could be labeled as “Kurobuta”
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Halfbred Berkshire programs do not qualify as “Kurobuta”
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• Snake River Farms 100% purebred
Berkshire (Kurobuta) genetics come originally from the highlighted area in
England (Shire of Berk).
• Pedigree ancestry is on file with the
North American Berkshire Association
(NABA) in Cottonwood, MN.
• www.nababerkshire.com
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• 100% purebred Berkshire (Kurobuta) genetics certified by the North
American Berkshire Association
(NABA)
• No hormone implants, paylean-free
• Slow fed approximately 10% longer then commodity pork
• Grown in Snake River Farms network of small family farms( fully traceable on-line to network of family farms via pack date on box)
• No gestation stalls used in production
• Meets standards for marbling and meat color
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Berkshire Pork Rankings for Sensory Quality
ATTRIBUTE
High Ultimate pH
Score
Loin Firmness/
Drip Loss
BENEFIT
Relates to low cooking loss, better water holding capacity, high degree of tenderness
Improved processing quality, tenderness
BERKSHIRE RANK
First in 6 of 7 measures
First in 4 of 4 measures
Meat Color Consumers consistently prefer darker pork
First in 5 of 7 measures
Cooked Loin
Quality
High scores for intramuscular fat percent, tenderness and juiciness all predict better consumer satisfaction
First in 4 of 5 measures
This information is excerpted form meat-quality tests conducted form 1990-99 as part of the National Barrow Show, at Austin,
Minnesota. The tests differentiate pork quality among the eight major pure swine breeds that provide the foundation genetics for most pork produced in the United States.
• Kurobuta (Berkshire) Pork is ideal to differentiate a menu or specialty retail case
– Ranks #1 in 19 of 23 sensory characteristics that are critical to pork consumers
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Provides confidence that a pork item can deliver satisfying consumer experience
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• Highly consistent
• Extremely tender
• Intensely flavorful
• Hormone free
• Highly exclusive
•
Consistent pricing
“The Other Red Meat”
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• Besides fresh beef and pork , Snake River Farms offers a host of specialty products produced from the finest raw materials for discriminating customers
• Snake River Farms sources only the highest quality ingredients for all its further processed items and, whenever possible, also sources local culinary ingredients, like premium herbs.
Snake River Farms Roast Rub from Starlight Herb & Spice Co.
(Boise, ID).
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Gourmet hamburger available in pre-formed patties and bulk chubs
American-Style Kobe Corned Beef made from premium brisket flat
Gourmet frankfurters made from a signature blend of spices and smoked over hard woods
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Gourmet ham collection available in both bone-in and deli style
Authentic hardwood smoked bacon
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• Family owned, independent, business with a stake in its over-all success
• Extreme consistency that starts with production and goes through the entire supply chain
• Over 15 years experience in niche beef and pork segments
• Unique branded products that can help create memorable experiences
• Full Marketing and Sales support to assist in any way to insure your success
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