On May 15, 2025, the Texas A&M AgriLife Poultry Science Extension Unit hosted the annual Texas Commercial Egg Clinic at the Thomas G. Hildebrand, DVM ’56 Equine Complex in College Station, Texas. The event drew commercial egg producers, allied industry partners, and regulatory professionals from across the state for a full day of education, collaboration,…
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Texas A&M Poultry Science receives positive feedback from Academic Program Review
The Department of Poultry Science at Texas A&M University recently concluded its 2025 Academic Program Review, a strategic and collaborative process aimed at ensuring the continued excellence and relevance of its academic programs. Conducted every seven years as part of Texas A&M’s commitment to academic quality, the department invites respected external experts to evaluate departmental…
Celebrating Impact: Poultry Science Recognizes Outstanding Supporters and Alumni
During the Texas A&M Poultry Science 2025 Award Banquet, the department recognized several individuals whose exceptional leadership, service, and unwavering support have made a lasting impact on the department and its students. The Outstanding Supporter Award recognizes stakeholders for their outstanding leadership and contributions to the department. The Former Student Service Award celebrates a Poultry…
Tyson Foods invests in the future of poultry science at Texas A&M
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…
Poultry science students present at the Undergraduate Research Symposium
Poultry Science students Olivia Treviño and Cody Poole recently completed the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (COALS) Undergraduate Research Scholars Program, culminating in a presentation of their final projects at the annual Symposium on April 30. Through their successful participation, both students earned $1,000 scholarships in recognition of their commitment to undergraduate research. The…
Corbin Preusse named 2025 John H. Quisenberry Outstanding Poultry Science Student
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…
Annual Texas Broiler Symposium
The 2024 Texas Broiler Symposium was held at the Pitser Garrison Convention Center in Lufkin, TX on September 18th, 2024 and hosted over 150 industry representatives. The Texas A&M AgriLife Poultry Extension Service sponsored program featured a wide array of knowledgeable experts presenting the latest developments in poultry science and production. This event provides producers, industry professionals, and…
Texas Allied Poultry Association awards poultry science students $41,000 in scholarships
The Texas Allied Poultry Association (TAPA) is a “support affiliate” of the Texas Poultry Federation that regularly supports education initiatives. TAPA scholarships are competitive scholarships offered to undergraduate students pursuing degrees in poultry science and related fields. These scholarships help students with tuition and fees and are awarded in the spring semester at the Texas…
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….
Summer poultry judging camps welcome youth and coaches to Aggieland
Attendees prepared for the upcoming judging season through hands-on practice and friendly competition with a mock contest. Department of Poultry Science hosted three camp sessions in June to accommodate all judging abilities. Session one was a two-day camp focused on youth ages 9-13. Session two was a three-day camp intended for youth ages 14-18. Judging…