Now Hiring: Assistant Farm Manager
We are seeking a full-time Facilities Coordinator I. This role supports the research, teaching, and extension missions of the Department of Poultry Science through the management of facilities, animals, and farm operations
Department of
Poultry Science
4 Degree Programs
We have four degree programs offering a range of comprehensive and cutting-edge degree programs. The undergraduate program equips students with a solid foundation in poultry science, covering topics such as nutrition, genetics, health management, and production systems.
10 Extension Programs
Our comprehensive and industry-focused programs are designed to bridge the gap between academia and practical poultry management. With cutting-edge curriculum and expert-led training, we empower poultry professionals with the latest industry insights and advanced practices.
200+ Enrolled Students
Our over 200 enrolled students are training to be the next generation of poultry science professionals by working with Faculty engaged in cutting-edge research and poultry extension working educate producers and the general public about the latest poultry production techniques.
Study Poultry Science at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Over 200 enrolled students are training at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences to be the next generation of poultry science professionals by working with Faculty engaged in cutting-edge research and poultry extension working educate producers and the general public about the latest poultry production techniques.
Broiler, Turkey, and Fertile Egg Orders
One of the biggest youth outreach programs that we participate in is providing broiler chicks and turkey poults for youth livestock shows across Texas including both county and major shows. In total, we supply nearly 200,000 chicks for about 178 counties.
We also sell fertilized chicken eggs to customers such as agricultural extension agents, universities, teachers performing egg-to-chick experiments in their classrooms, and others as well. Last year, over 35,500 fertile eggs were sold to these customers.
Poultry Science News
Q&A: From Saudi Arabia to pursuing avian dreams at Texas A&M
How early experiences abroad and a summer project guided Henri Bariselle ’26 into an unexpected future
Texas Aggies lead the nation’s turkey industry into the future
Leslee Oden ’07 and Lindy Froebel ’13 steer national conversation on turkey production, policy and food safety
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