Tyson Foods recently sponsored the replacement and upgrade of the grain bin system at the Poultry Science Research, Teaching, and Extension Center feed mill, an essential infrastructure element that plays a key role in the proper storage and handling of feed commodities. Matt Loupe, the facility manager, emphasized that Tyson’s investment will significantly enhance operational… Read More →
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Spring 2025 Virtual Backyard Chicken Seminar Series
The Spring 2025 Virtual Backyard Chicken Seminar Series is a free educational event open to the public. It consists of two distinct workshops: Chicken Basics and Egg Grader Training. This series is available multiple times throughout the year at no cost to participants. If you have any questions, please reach out to Gregory Archer at [email protected]… Read More →
2025 Summer Poultry Judging Camps
Get ready for an egg-citing summer! The Department of Poultry Science is offering three action-packed poultry judging camp sessions, tailored to different experience levels and groups. Each session is filled with hands-on learning, giving participants the skills, knowledge, and confidence to dominate 4-H and FFA poultry judging contests. Don’t miss this chance to level up… Read More →
Gregory Archer and Morgan Farnell promoted to Professor
Gregory Archer, Ph.D., and Morgan Farnell Ph.D. received promotions to Professor at the beginning of the fall semester. Archer and Farnell are internationally recognized for their research and involvement in poultry industry outreach. Gregory Archer, Ph.D. has been a faculty member and Poultry Extension Specialist in the Texas A&M Department of Poultry Science since 2012…. Read More →
Shelby Espinosa, Poultry Extension Program Coordinator, receives Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Rising Star Award
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… Read More →
Stephanie Klein awarded the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Exemplary Excellence Award
Stephanie Klein, Extension Program Specialist I, was awarded the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Exemplary Excellence Award. The award is meant to recognize employees who have contributed significantly to the Poultry Extension Unit and have a record of outstanding performance. Stephanie was recognized for her recent efforts in creating the Poultry Extension Education Program (PEEP). There… Read More →