Animal Well-Being First
Low-stress handling and daily care
Premium American Wagyu
Raised Here in the Ozarks
Buttery flavor, tender texture, and slow
aged beef cuts from our family to yours.
Our Core Values and Trust Pillars
Clean Feed & Slow Aging
Patient aging for natural depth
Family-Raised for 15+ Years
Two generations of experience
Local Roots, Regional Shipping
Ozark-raised, shipped fresh
Animal Well-Being First
Low-stress handling and daily care
Clean Feed & Slow Aging
Patient aging for natural depth
Family-Raised for 15+ Years
Two generations of experience
Local Roots, Regional Shipping
Ozark-raised, shipped fresh
What is American Wagyu?
American Wagyu is the perfect blend of Japanese heritage and American craftsmanship. It comes from cattle bred from Japanese Wagyu genetics — prized for their intricate marbling and unmatched tenderness — and raised on U.S. ranches with the care, space, and natural diet that define American ranching traditions.
The result is a steak that combines the luxurious texture of Japanese Wagyu with the bold, hearty flavor of premium American beef. At Ozark Natural Steak Co., our Wagyu is raised locally in Arkansas pastures, free from added hormones, and finished on a natural feed program to develop its signature marbling and buttery richness.
What Premium Means to Us
Buttery Flavor
Rich marbling creates an incredibly buttery taste with notes that develop naturally through our careful raising and aging process.
Tender Texture
Naturally achieved tenderness through low-stress handling and patient aging—never rushed, always consistent.
Clean & Slow-Aged
Our patient aging process develops depth and complexity while maintaining the clean, pure flavor of premium Wagyu.
Buttery Flavor
Rich marbling creates an incredibly buttery taste with notes that develop naturally through our careful raising and aging process.
Tender Texture
Naturally achieved tenderness through low-stress handling and patient aging—never rushed, always consistent.
Clean & Slow-Aged
Our patient aging process develops depth and complexity while maintaining the clean, pure flavor of premium Wagyu.
The Family Behind the Beef
For over 20 years, Dustin, Denise, Sawyer, and Kenley Smith have put animal well-being first—raising cattle with care to deliver steaks that exceed expectations.
What started with grit and stewardship has grown into a full cattle operation, then a commercial beef business, and eventually Ozark Natural Steak Co.
We believe great beef starts with stewardship, low-stress handling, clean feed, and the patience to do it right. Every decision is made with the animals' well-being in mind.
“ We are extemely grateful for the land, the cattle, and the families we serve.”
Rooted in NWARooted in Northwest Arkansas
Proudly raised in the Ozarks, and shipped regionally. We'll always serve local families, restaurants, and community partners first.
Ozark Mountains
Where it all began
Local Markets
Supporting our community
Regional Restaurants
Partners in excellence
Ozark Mountains
Where it all began
Local Markets
Supporting our community
Regional Restaurants
Partners in excellence
Exceeding Expectations
“This beef outshines anything I've purchased before with richer flavor, better marbling, and unmatched quality in every cut.”
“The most delicious steak. Cut with a fork tender and every bite melts in your mouth.”
“Flavorful, tender, best steak around.”
“The Denver Steak is the best I've ever had. Very juicy with great flavor.”
“It's everything I want in a steak!”