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Beef and Dairy Production

An integrated production system for beef and dairy cattle,
covering everything from feed production to nursing, raising, and fattening.

Harnessing the rich natural environment and favorable climate of Kyushu, Kamichiku Group raises a wide range of beef cattle—including Japanese Black (Kuroge Wagyu), crossbreeds, and Holsteins—through a fully integrated production system. We oversee the entire livestock value chain within the Group, encompassing feed production, cattle breeding, nursing, rearing, fattening, dairy farming, and pig farming.
Our in-house compound feed facility (TMR Center) enables the production of carefully formulated, high-quality feed, significantly reducing one of the major cost drivers in livestock operations.
By controlling every stage of production, we ensure a stable, resilient livestock business while consistently creating high value-added products. This integrated approach underpins a sustainable and future-oriented agricultural management model.

A fully integrated in-house system from breeding and nursing to rearing and fattening

By formulating original feed tailored to each growth stage of the cattle, we ensure healthy animals and high-quality, flavorful meat.

Practicing animal welfare and introducing smart livestock farming (Utilizing IoT and AI)

Enhancing and streamlining cattle rearing and breeding management through data utilization

Kamichiku Farm Original Feed
「Fermented TMR Feed」

Driven by our commitment to providing safe and nutritious feed throughout every stage of our cattle’s lives—from birth to shipment—we have developed our own original Fermented TMR (Total Mixed Ration) feed.

This nutrient-rich feed is made using forage and rice grown by contract farmers across Kyushu, along with food production by-products sourced from local businesses. This not only enhances nutritional value but also helps reduce production costs in a sustainable way.

Sustainability is at the core of our approach. By utilizing fallow land to grow feed crops and returning compost to our farmers, we promote a circular, eco-friendly livestock farming system that works in harmony with nature.
Note: TMR = Total Mixed Ration

What is the TMR Center?

Kamichiku Group's TMR (Total Mixed Ration) Center is a facility that manufactures and supplies fully blended feed designed for optimal nutritional balance in beef cattle. The center is dedicated to improving animal health, meat quality, and labor efficiency.

In collaboration with roughage producers across Kyushu and local food companies, we produce high-quality feed at low cost, utilizing food byproducts and other sustainable resources to create a more efficient and eco-friendly feed production system.

This approach not only supports local businesses but also contributes to reducing waste and promoting a circular economy.

Commitment to Feed Determines the Quality of Meat

One bite is all it takes to taste the difference.
That is the proof of our commitment to feed.

We believe that the feed we provide plays a vital role in the health, growth rate, and ultimately the meat quality of our cattle.

Through years of experience, we've learned that by prioritizing feed, we can produce meat that is
tender, rich in flavor, and distinguished by its unique fat quality.
For example, we use highly digestible feed and a custom blend formulated to reduce stress and promote a well-balanced nutritional profile.

We carefully select high-quality pasture and grains, making seasonal adjustments and fine-tuning the feed to suit each individual animal.
These extra steps, taken with care and precision, are what lead to the production of truly high-quality beef.

High-Quality Feed for Optimal Performance

We utilize feed rice and other grains cultivated by contracted farmers in Kyushu to ensure safe and reliable feed. By revitalizing idle farmland, we promote sustainable livestock farming in partnership with the local community.

Carefully Raised, Healthy Cattle

Our feed is specially formulated to support cattle health and minimize stress. We make seasonal and individual adjustments to provide an optimal, high-quality breeding environment.

Flavorful, High-Quality Meat

Each bite delivers a deep, savory umami, beautifully balanced by delicate, high-quality fat that melts cleanly on the palate, leaving a refined, elegant finish. We’re confident you’ll taste the difference from the very first bite.

Key Features and Advantages of the TMR Center

Optimizing Local Resources for Sustainability

By actively using local agricultural by-products such as shochu lees, beer lees, and rice straw, we reduce environmental impact and lower costs.

Customized Nutritional Solutions

We design custom nutrition plans tailored to each animal’s growth stage and health status, enhancing cattle well-being and driving improvements in meat quality.

Stable Supply and Labor Efficiency

By delivering a reliable supply of custom-formulated feed, we ease the burden of feed production for farmers, driving operational efficiency and reducing labor demands.

Integration within Our Complete In-House System

As a key part of our six-faceted industrialization model, the TMR Center is integral to our fully in-house operations, from feed production to beef processing.

Commitment to Breeding Practices

At our Livestock Artificial Insemination Center, we leverage elite breeding bulls from our own farms to carry out artificial insemination. This process involves the collection, freezing, and long-term storage of semen from top-performing sires, which is then used to inseminate multiple cows. By using our own genetic resources, we eliminate the need to purchase costly external semen, enabling us to consistently produce superior cattle while maintaining cost efficiency.

Semen Collection

Semen Analysis

Frozen Storage

Artificial Insemination

At Kamichiku Farm, we utilize advanced reproductive technologies—including artificial insemination, in vitro fertilization (IVF), and in vivo fertilization—to enhance genetic potential. These methods enable us to produce high-quality branded beef with consistent quality, stable supply, and cost efficiency.

Kojo Breeding Center Co., Ltd.

Maternal Rearing

After birth, calves remain with their mothers for approximately three months. During this period, they receive essential immunity through their mother's milk, laying the foundation for strong, healthy growth.

Integrated Dairy and Meat System

In the livestock industry, there are specialized farmers who focus on breeding, raising, and fattening beef cattle, and separate farmers who focus on raising dairy cows and selling milk. Since the techniques required for beef and dairy production are completely different, farms that manage both meat and dairy cattle under an "integrated dairy and meat system" are quite rare.
We were one of the first in Kagoshima Prefecture, a major livestock-producing region, to introduce the "Integrated Dairy and Meat System." With this system, we aim to create a new future for livestock farming, where both cattle and farmers can thrive.

Integrating Beef and Dairy Farming

We employ embryo transfer technology by implanting Wagyu embryos into Holstein heifers, resulting in the birth of Wagyu calves. These calves are then raised on milk from their Holstein surrogate mothers, which is also utilized in dairy production. This approach allows us to effectively manage cattle rearing costs while maintaining high-quality output.

Our integrated beef and dairy farming system presents numerous benefits; however, the greatest challenge has been reconciling the differing business models involved.
The equipment, production techniques, and cost structures for beef cattle production and dairy farming vary considerably. Given that the beef industry often operates with a specialized division of labor, managing both operations simultaneously initially posed significant difficulties. Through ongoing refinement and process improvements, we have now established stable and efficient concurrent operations.

Maximizing the Benefits of Milk

Calves remain with their mothers for the first four months of life, after which they are separated and raised under our care. During the rearing period, calves are nourished with milk and supplemental feed. In cases where the mother is a beef breed, milking is not performed to allow her sufficient rest before the next calving; in these instances, milk is typically provided separately.

By having dairy cows (Holsteins) carry and give birth to Wagyu calves, we can utilize the abundant milk supply to provide fresh, high-quality milk during the calves’ rearing period. Moreover, we have developed and produced original dairy products—including cheese and sweets—that have gained popularity at Isa Farm.

Revenues generated from milk and dairy products contribute to offsetting the feeding costs of the mother cows, thereby supporting ongoing investments to create a comfortable and optimal environment for our cattle.

Noteworthy detail: The market value of the calves is the same,
regardless of whether the surrogate mother is a beef or a dairy cow.

Taking Responsibility for Delicious Dining

At Kamichiku, we believe that every animal deserves to be honored—not only through the care it receives during its life, but also in how its meat is treated after. After giving birth, mother cows are re-fed and gradually prepared for processing. While it is often said that meat from calved cows can be tougher or darker in color, we see it as our responsibility to bring out the best in every animal, regardless of age or background.

Through careful ageing, expert seasoning, and refined processing techniques, we elevate the flavor and tenderness of this beef to its highest potential. This approach ensures that consumers can enjoy a delicious, high-quality product—while also respecting the life of the animal and reducing waste.

For us, this is more than a business practice. It is a commitment to both our customers and the cattle we raise: to deliver meat of exceptional quality, and to ensure that no life is taken in vain.