100% Fullblood Wagyu beef can only come from cattle who’s genetics on both sides of the pedigree originate in Japan, while American Wagyu is created by crossing Angus with Wagyu.

Kobe beef is fullbood Wagyu, but it must come from cattle born, raised, and harvested in the city of Kobe, in the Hyogo prefecture of Japan.

The Berkshire hog is a British breed originating in the English county of Berkshire. It is often referred to as the Wagyu beef of pork, having a much richer and more tender flavor.

Grass fed, grain finished means that our cattle and hogs have had access to pasture their entire lives, and once they mature into the finishing program, they are switched to a grain and roughage diet until harvested.

Wilders Reserve represents the highest tier of our beef program. These cuts are hand-selected based on exceptional marbling and carcass quality for an elevated eating experience.

Wagyu beef is known for its intense marbling, buttery texture, and rich flavor profile. The intramuscular fat creates a more tender and flavorful eating experience than traditional beef.

Wagyu cattle require intensive care, longer feeding programs, elite genetics, and significant time and investment to produce the level of marbling and quality the breed is known for. The result is a premium eating experience unlike traditional beef.

Some of our products are made with added ingredients that may change over time due to recipe updates or supplier changes. To ensure you have the most accurate information, we recommend reviewing the product label on the item you receive. If you have questions about ingredients, allergens, or dietary restrictions, please contact us before placing your order, we're happy to help.

Yes. A minimum purchase of $75 is required for all shipped orders, regardless of location. The $75 minimum is based on your merchandise subtotal before shipping fees, taxes, discounts, or other charges.

There is no minimum purchase required for local pickup.

We ship our frozen products throughout the continental United States. Shipping rates are calculated at checkout based on your delivery address, order total, and whether your order includes any overweight products.

We are currently unable to ship to Alaska, Hawaii, P.O. boxes, or locations outside the continental United States.

We ship frozen orders on Mondays and Tuesdays. Orders placed later in the week will typically ship the following Monday or Tuesday.

Shipping schedules may change around holidays, severe weather, or other circumstances that could affect delivery. You will receive tracking information once your order has shipped.

Our products are individually vacuum-sealed, frozen, and carefully packed in an insulated shipping box with dry ice and/or cold packs to help maintain a safe temperature during transit.

Some dry ice may evaporate before your package arrives. This is normal. Your products may be safely refrozen or refrigerated as long as they arrive frozen, partially frozen, or cold to the touch.

Most shipped orders arrive within one to three business days after leaving our facility. Transit times may vary depending on your location, seasonal demand, weather, and carrier delays.

Shipping rates are automatically calculated at checkout based on your delivery address, order total, and whether your order includes any overweight products that require special handling. Simply add your items to your cart and enter your shipping address to view your shipping options and rates before completing your purchase.

Definitley! Local pickup is available at our Wilders Market PaperCo location in Clayton and our Wilders General Store in Turkey. Select your preferred pickup location at checkout.

Local pickup orders do not have a $75 minimum.

Please note: If an order is not picked up within 60 days of the order date, Wilders may consider the order abandoned and reserves the right to sell, dispose of, or otherwise use the products.

Due to the nature of the product, we cannot accept returns. If you are unhappy with your order please contact us immediately so we can help resolve the issue.

Please email orders@wilders.com to start a conversation.

Yes, we offer rush processing for orders in certain circumstances. Please contact our customer service team at orders@wilders.com before placing your order to confirm availability and discuss additional fees that may apply. Rush processing depends on product availability and shipping carrier timelines.

We recommend ensuring someone is available to receive the delivery, especially for perishable items. Once the package is delivered to the provided address, we are not responsible for items left unattended. To maintain freshness, please refrigerate or freeze the contents as soon as possible after delivery.

Please double check your shipping information before placing your order. Once an order has been processed and leaves our facility, we are unfortunately unable to reroute, refund, or replace packages shipped to an incorrect address entered at checkout.

If you notice an address error shortly after placing your order, contact our customer service team as soon as possible and we’ll do our best to help before the order ships.

Due to the size and weight of certain items, some products require special handling and shipping arrangements. These products are subject to an additional overweight shipping surcharge to help cover the increased cost of shipping while ensuring your order arrives safely.

The following products are considered overweight products (all sizes):

• Boston Butt
• Wagyu Back Ribs
• Wagyu Bone-In Ribs
• Wagyu Brisket
• Wagyu Picanha
• Wagyu Standing Rib Roast
• Wagyu Whole Ribeye Loin
• Wagyu Whole Sirloin
• Wagyu Whole Strip Loin
• Wagyu Whole Tenderloin
• Whole Pork Loin

Any applicable overweight shipping surcharge will be calculated and displayed at checkout.

Wagyu cooks best with a simple preparation that lets the quality of the beef shine. We recommend seasoning lightly with salt and pepper and cooking over high heat to develop a great crust.

For the best results, we recommend using a cast iron skillet or flat top grill whenever possible. Because of Wagyu’s rich marbling, cooking over an open flame can cause the fat to drip and create flare-ups that may impact the cook and flavor of the steak.

For best results, thaw product overnight in the refrigerator. If you need a quicker option, place the vacuum-sealed meat in cold water until thawed.

Some of our favorite grilling cuts include:

• Ribeye
• New York Strip
• Sirloin Boneless
• Skirt Steak
• Burger Patties

Vacuum-sealed products stored properly in the freezer can maintain quality for several months.

Our cattle are pasture-raised and grain finished with a blend created by our Wagyu nutritionist. Our hogs are pasture-raised on the ground, free to forage through wooden pasture, then grain finished as well!

We are not certified organic because we feel it is important to treat our animals like we would our children. We never give any unnecessary medicine, but if an animal becomes ill we will treat it with the appropriate antibiotics.

Yes! Our animals enjoy life grazing on our 1300 acre farm - just as nature intended. The cattle move pastures regularly throughout the year.

We raise 100% Fullblood Wagyu cattle and Berkshire hogs.

Our facilities are top notch, meeting Beef Quality Assurance standards.

We treat our animals in the most humane way possible - all of our processors are Certified Animal Welfare Approved and USDA inspected.

We treat our animals just like you would your children. We never give them any unnecessary medication, but occasionally they do get sick and need to be treated accordingly.

If you are interested in a farm tour, please email info@wilders.com for more information.

We do not currently host events or rent out our property at this time.

Our products are available in several locations across eastern North Carolina. You can find a full Iist of where to find our products here.

You can also purchase online for local pickup or shipping.