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.
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
Five things to know about raising backyard chickens
With the rising cost of eggs, more people may be considering raising backyard chickens for fresh, homegrown eggs. However, caring for a flock requires more than just setting up a coop. Greg Archer, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service poultry specialist and associate professor in the Texas A&M Department of Poultry Science, Bryan-College Station, shares what aspiring backyard chicken owners should know before getting started.
Bailey retires after 40-plus years of transformative work in poultry science
After more than four decades of pioneering research in animal nutrition and inspiring countless students, Chris Bailey, Ph.D., a professor in the Texas A&M Department of Poultry Science at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, retired at the end of 2024. His career, which spans 42 years, profoundly impacted poultry science, shaping the future of global food security and sustainability. He has been associated with Texas A&M University as a student and faculty member for 53 years.
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