The Last Hundred Days: Why Marbling Shows Up When It Does
And what the biology of intramuscular fat means for how you feed, when you sell, and where your money actually goes.
Writing
Articles & publications
Pieces written by Oliver O'Hanlon on breeding, bloodlines, grading and the practical realities of finishing Wagyu in Ireland — some published in the farming press, some written for here.
Does Wagyu Actually Work in an Irish Grass System?
The breed is often sold on the romance of Kobe. The real question for an Irish farmer is whether a 34-month finish pays on grass — and under what conditions it does.
Understanding Wagyu Bloodlines — Tajima, Kedaka and the Trade-off
Breeders talk about prefectural lines constantly, and newcomers nod along. Here is what the lines actually mean and why chasing one of them exclusively is a mistake.
Three Ways to Start a Wagyu Herd, and What Each One Costs You
Straws, in-calf heifers or embryos. Each route has a different cost, a different timeline and a different risk profile — and the cheapest is not always the right one.