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Celebrating a Year of Achievement at the 2026 Annual Poultry Science Banquet

May 5th, 2026

On April 11, nearly 300 Poultry Science students and their families, donors, stakeholders, faculty, staff, and Texas A&M leadership gathered at the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center to celebrate a year marked by growth, achievement, and opportunity. Each year, the banquet serves as one of the department’s signature events, recognizing student achievement, honoring industry support, and…

JC Essler, Executive Vice President, TJ Klein, President, standing with award plaque

Texas Poultry Federation is celebrated for its investment in the next generation of poultry leaders

May 4th, 2026

The Texas Poultry Federation was recognized with the 2026 Texas A&M Poultry Science Outstanding Supporter Award for its longstanding commitment to the department and the poultry industry. The mission of the Texas Poultry Federation and its affiliates is to serve as the unified voice of Texas egg and chicken producers, representing more than 12,500 farmers…

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Poultry Science student Carla Araguz ’28 selected as a Hagan Scholar

September 29th, 2025

Poultry science student Carla Araguz ’28 is one of a select group of students at Texas A&M to be selected as a Hagan Scholar through the Hagan Scholarship Foundation.

Annual Poultry Science Banquet awards over $170,000 in scholarships to current and incoming students

Annual Poultry Science Banquet awards over $170,000 in scholarships to current and incoming students

May 1st, 2025

Nearly 300 guests were in attendance at the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center on April 5 to celebrate the accolades of poultry science students. The Annual Poultry Science Banquet serves as a celebration of excellence within the department, honoring student achievements from the past year, recognizing industry partners for their invaluable support, and awarding scholarships to…

Texas A&M Poultry Judging Team claims another national title victory

Texas A&M Poultry Judging Team claims another national title victory

May 1st, 2025

The Texas A&M Poultry Judging Team defended its national title status at the 76th USPOULTRY Foundation Ted Cameron National Poultry Judging Contest held at Mississippi State University on April 2-4, 2025. Poultry evaluation provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the form and function of breeding and market animals. Through this process, students learn to…

Corbin Preusse named 2025 John H. Quisenberry Outstanding Poultry Science Student

Corbin Preusse named 2025 John H. Quisenberry Outstanding Poultry Science Student

May 1st, 2025

The John H. Quisenberry Outstanding Poultry Science award is the most prestigious departmental award presented to undergraduate poultry science students. This year, Corbin Preusse was named the 2025 John H. Quisenberry Outstanding Poultry Science Student at this year’s Annual Poultry Science Banquet on April 5th. History of Excellence John H. Quisenberry, Ph.D., holds a foundational…

Award winning poultry science research at IPPE 2025

Award winning poultry science research at IPPE 2025

February 4th, 2025

At the end of January, Texas A&M Poultry Science students traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, to showcase their hard work at the International Poultry Scientific Forum (IPSF) during the International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE). This prestigious event provides a platform for students to present research on key industry topics, including nutrition, processing and products, avian…

Texas A&M Poultry Judging Team brings home champion title two years in a row

Texas A&M Poultry Judging Team brings home champion title two years in a row

December 14th, 2024

The Texas A&M Poultry Judging Team claimed victory at the 58th National Collegiate Poultry Judging Contest, held in November 2024 at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. This marks the second consecutive year Texas A&M has secured the championship title at this event. Poultry evaluation builds a fundamental understanding of form and function of breeding…

Shelby Espinosa, Poultry Extension Program Coordinator, receives Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Rising Star Award

Shelby Espinosa, Poultry Extension Program Coordinator, receives Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Rising Star Award

August 24th, 2024

On July 31st, 2024 Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service hosted the agency’s Superior Service Awards recognizing faculty and staff for their exemplary service. Super Service Awards are the highest honor an AgriLife Extension employee can receive. Shelby Espinosa, Poultry Extension Program Coordinator, was presented a Rising Star award at the ceremony. The Rising Star honor…