Youth Programs

2026 Texas Breeder and Hatchery Forum

September 4th, 2026

The forum is an educational seminar designed for professionals working in breeder and hatchery production and management. Sessions provide practical information, industry updates and opportunities to connect with others working across the poultry industry. The forum also welcomes representatives from companies and organizations that provide products, services and technical support to poultry operations. Who Should…

Market Poultry Workshop Sponsorships

June 11th, 2026

Do you provide feed, supplies, supplements, equipment, services, or resources for exhibitors showing market poultry at youth livestock shows? We want you involved!The 2026 Market Poultry Workshop is designed to bring together families, youth exhibitors, ag teachers, county Extension agents, and poultry professionals for a day of practical learning and hands-on education. As a sponsor,…

2027 Market Poultry Workshop

June 1st, 2026

Ready, Set, Learn! Join us in August 2027, for the Market Poultry Workshop, an educational event designed for families, county Extension agents, ag teachers, and youth poultry project supporters who want to gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience in market poultry production. This event is hosted and organized by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Poultry…

Summer Poultry Judging Camps Sponsorships

May 14th, 2026

Support the next generation of poultry judges, leaders, and agricultural professionals by becoming a sponsor of the 2026 Texas A&M Summer Poultry Judging Camps. These camps give 4-H and FFA youth the opportunity to build their skills through hands-on instruction, contest preparation, and direct learning from the Texas A&M Collegiate Poultry Judging Team. Sponsorship Opportunities…

May 4th, 2026

PEEP Ambassadors expand outreach and agricultural awareness across Texas The Poultry Extension Educational Program (PEEP) continues to make a strong impact across Texas, connecting communities to the poultry industry through engaging, hands-on education. This spring, 30 PEEP Ambassadors from the Department of Poultry Science at Texas A&M University worked to educate both youth and adults…

Flockback Classic Kicks Off 2026 Poultry Judging Season

Flockback Classic Kicks Off 2026 Poultry Judging Season

January 18th, 2026

The Department of Poultry Science proudly introduced a new poultry judging contest this spring with the launch of the Flockback Classic. The inaugural event was held Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Texas A&M Poultry Science Research, Teaching, and Extension Facility in College Station. Despite chilly winter temperatures, more than 100 Texas FFA and 4-H…

2026 Summer Poultry Judging Camps

January 8th, 2026

Get ready for an egg-citing summer! The Department of Poultry Science is offering multiple 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…

2025 Summer Poultry Judging Camps

2025 Summer Poultry Judging Camps

February 20th, 2025

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…