About Us
AJ Cattle Company is rooted in three generations of farming in the Wolffork Valley of Rabun Gap, Georgia — a place where the land runs deep and the traditions run deeper.
Our family's story is woven into the fabric of this community. Our grandparents shared strong ties with the Rabun Gap Nacoochee School and the Foxfire tradition — a legacy built on preserving the Appalachian way of life, its craftsmanship, and its connection to the land. That spirit of stewardship and authenticity lives on in everything we do.
Over the generations, our farm has raised chickens, hogs, corn, hay, and cattle — adapting with the times while never losing sight of what matters most. Today, we focus on raising premium beef cattle and hay, blending time-honored traditions with modern practices to bring you quality you can trust.
We believe good food starts with good farming — and good farming starts with integrity, care, and respect for the land and animals in our keeping.
Joseph Chastain has been involved with farming from an early age. He showed cattle in 4H. Joseph has worked in various sectors in the timber industry, including logging, operating a sawmill, and worked for the US Forest Service. Joseph is a board member in Rabun County Georgia Farm Bureau and a supervisor for the Blue Ridge Mountain Soil and Water Conservation District - Georgia Association of Conservation Districts.
Amy Chastain grew up in Northern Greenville County, South Carolina. She grew up hunting and fishing with deep family ties to the logging and construction/grading business. Amy works as a fisheries biologist for South Carolina Department of Natural Resources in the Upstate Region of SC.
Amy and Joseph are passionate about conservation and land improvement, actively working to improve soil erosion, soil health, and water quality on the farm and in the surrounding community.
Our Cattle
We raise Limousin and Limousin-commercial cross cattle. Limousin cattle are known for their lean muscle. Our beef is tender, low fat, and flavorful. If you prefer the taste of high fat beef or like your steaks cooked well done, you more than likely will not enjoy our beef.
Farm Services
In addition to raising quality beef, AJ Cattle Company offers quality hay and custom-built livestock fencing services to meet the needs of fellow farmers and landowners in the region.