Texas A&M AgriLife Poultry Extension

11/16/2020

Market Poultry Workshop | Raising Chickens for 4-H and FFA

https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/product?catalog=POSC-002

Online video workshop covers the rearing of poultry for youth livestock shows in Texas. Includes live Q&A session with TAMU Poultry Science.

08/14/2020

‼️State Fair Broiler Pick-Up Procedures - COVID-19 Updates‼️
To ensure the health and safety of everyone involved we are implementing a "curb-side" style of chick pick-up. Please read this document in its entirety so proper procedures can be followed. Find this document at https://posc.tamu.edu/texas-agrilife-poultry-extension-specialists/state-fair-of-texas-poultry-show/

07/29/2020

Managing predators with a small or backyard poultry flock

Managing predators with a small or backyard poultry flock

When raising chickens, predators can be a serious issue - whether you live in a rural or urban area. We have put together a panel of specialists from different parts of the country to discuss how to handle predator problems, Introduction / Overview - Jon Moyle, MD Rachel Lynn Dennis – covering Ind...

06/27/2020

Texas A&M University Poultry Science

The Department of Poultry Science is proud to announce we will be hosting a VIRTUAL POULTRY INSTITUTE!

What: The 2020 Virtual Poultry Institute was designed to expose high school students and potential transfer students to the Department of Poultry Science. The Institute will include sessions on Admissions, Department Opportunities, Virtual Tours, Lab Simulations, and meet & greets with Faculty & Staff.

Where: Comfort of your own home! (VIRTUAL)

Who: High School Students and Potential Transfer Students (students who plan to enroll in junior college before transferring to TAMU)

How to register: Click link to complete the registration information by July 8th

Link>>> https://tamuag.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9Z7yYd5o6RWMKOh

Each participant will also receive “Poultry Swag” as a part of the Institute

For more information visit www.posc.tamu.edu

06/09/2020

Small Flock Poultry Webinar Series, May 18-21 - Poultry

The Small Flock Poultry Webinar hosted by Texas A&M AgriLife Poultry Science Extension Unit, Panola County Extension Office and the Presidio County Extension Office has been posted to the TAMU Poultry Science departments webpage. You can find the webinars and PowerPoints here: https://posc.tamu.edu/2020/05/07/small-flock-poultry-webinar-series-may-18-21/

The Texas A&M AgriLife Poultry Science Extension Unit, Panola County Extension Office and the Presidio County Extension Office have partnered to host a Small Flock Poultry Webinar series on May 18-21, 2020. The popularity of raising poultry at home for eggs has grown significantly in recent years, b...

05/07/2020

The Texas A&M AgriLife Poultry Science Extension Unit, Panola County Extension Office and the Presidio County Extension Office have partnered to host a Small Flock Poultry Webinar series on May 18-21, 2020. The popularity of raising poultry at home for eggs has grown significantly in recent years, but has increased even more during the COVID-19 outbreak. We will have a one-hour session on each day at noon to 1 pm discussing different aspects of raising poultry for home food production or for local market sales. Please see the flyer for details. Anyone can listen to the webinar by clicking on the Texas A&M AgriLIfe Extension logo link on the flyer and entering the password “poultry”. Participants can submit questions through the webinar Q&A feature, and our speakers will try to answer as many of those questions as time allows. Please help us to spread the word about this program, and join us for some chicken talk while you have lunch.
https://agrilife.zoom.us/j/97760199331?pwd=UkF2azVUclVYd1pFRmJPYytPVnRkUT09&status=success

04/28/2020

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

We had a request for a webinar on butchering your own birds. So we now have one scheduled for June 16 at 3 PM Eastern Time - https://connect.extension.org/event/butchering-poultry

02/23/2020

Producers Cooperative Association

It was a little chilly this morning, but we had a great turnout to learn more about Show Poultry. Thank you to everyone that came and thank you to Dale Hyatt with some help from Texas A&M University Poultry Science! We look forward to seeing you next week for our class by our own Kodi Lyn Burdette over “What is a Pre-Conditioning Cattle Sale?”

02/15/2020

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Reminder for webinar next Wednesday (Feb 19 at 3 PM Eastern Time) on how to perform a simple necropsy on a chicken - https://learn.extension.org/events/3758

02/12/2020

Producers Cooperative Association

Don't miss out on February 22nd Dr. Dale Hyatt will lead "Show Poultry 201: Taking it to the Next Level" at 10 am. This is a must for anyone that shows or is interested in showing broilers or turkeys.There will be live demonstrations and hands-on experiences. The class will take place on the patio of the store at our Bryan location. #FFA #4H #ProducersShowTeam

03/11/2019

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Upcoming webinars:
March 20 at 3 PM Eastern: Housing requirements for backyard flocks
March 22 at 3 PM Eastern: Producing and using black soldier fly larvae in small ll poultry flocks

See the whole list of upcoming webinars (and there are several - one every other week) go to https://poultry.extension.org/webinars/

03/09/2019

Seeker

Seeker

Here's how you turn an egg into a bouncy ball 😱

02/12/2019

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

The second webinar in the 2019 series is "What kind of chickens should you get for your backyard flock?" https://learn.extension.org/events/3612

02/05/2019

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

We are starting a new webinar format this year. There will be short, 20 minute webinars on specific topics. The first will be February 20 at 3 PM Eastern Time. The topic is "What to think about BEFORE you get chickens for your backyard flock." - https://learn.extension.org/events/3611

12/03/2018

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Webinar reminder - Feeding a small and backyard poultry flock - Tomorrow (Tuesday), December 4 at 3 PM Eastern Time - https://learn.extension.org/events/3441

11/19/2018

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is launching a new outreach campaign focused on preventing the spread of infectious poultry diseases in both commercial and backyard poultry. USDA launched a new web page for the campaign at www.aphis.usda.gov/animalhealth/defendtheflock where anyone can find important information about protecting their flocks from disease.

11/04/2018

Know Your Farmer - Honeysuckle White® turkey

https://www.honeysucklewhite.com/know-your-farmer/

This Thanksgiving, we're taking farm to table to an all-new level. Learn how to trace your holiday turkey back to its family farm today.

11/01/2018

Overview of chicken anatomy - Nov 1, 2018 - eXtension Learn

Overview of chicken anatomy - Nov 1, 2018 - eXtension Learn

To understand health issues with poultry it is important to have a good grasp of avian anatomy. A brief overview of the different...

10/20/2018

History through the eyes of a chicken

https://www.ted.com/talks/chris_a_kniesly_history_through_the_eyes_of_a_chicken?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare

The Ancient Egyptian king Thutmose III described the chicken as a marvelous foreign bird that "gives birth daily." Romans brought them on their military campaigns to foretell the success of future battles. Today, this bird occupies a much less honorable position – on dinner plates. Chris Kniesly e...

10/05/2018

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

The next webinar is November 1, 3 PM Eastern Time - https://learn.extension.org/events/3442 - Overview of chicken anatomy

08/09/2018

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Next webinar is Sept 4 at 3 PM Eastern Time - Poultry diseases that can be spread to humans
https://learn.extension.org/events/3439

07/27/2018

Texas A&M University Poultry Science

https://www.facebook.com/213371210947/posts/10156568958610948/

The fourth feature on "Good Stewardship in the Poultry Industry" featuring both Dr. Craig Coufal and Dr. Audrey McElroy. This one could be the best one yet. Please click on the link below to learn more. Again, a big thank you to KBTX Media for featuring poultry in your "From the Ground Up" pieces this month! #PoultryIndustry #TAMUPOSC #FromTheGroundUp

07/19/2018

Efficiency in the Egg Industry

http://www.kbtx.com/content/news/Efficiency-in-the-Egg-Industry-488604951.html

Years ago we used the same chickens for meat as we did for laying eggs, but today we use a specific breed to supply our eggs and the egg industry has streamlined production to make it extremely efficient.

07/13/2018

Texas A&M University Poultry Science

https://www.facebook.com/213371210947/posts/10156533788070948/

Another "From the Ground Up" featuring POSC Research Farm Manager, Dale Hyatt! Check it out to learn more about the evolution of the chicken meat industry! Great job Dale! #TAMUPOSC

05/03/2018

Types Of Eggs - Egg Safety Center

https://eggsafety.org/types-of-eggs/

Learn what grades, colors and other labels like cage-free, free-range, organic and specialty eggs really mean.

03/08/2018

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Photographs of chickens - https://www.boredpanda.com/stunning-chickens-matteo-tranchellini-moreno-monti/

03/04/2018

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Planned webinar - April 19, 3PM - Feeds and feeding for small and backyard flocks - https://learn.extension.org/events/3348

02/22/2018

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Next webinar - March 6, 3 PM Eastern Time - Environmental enrichment for small and backyard flocks - https://learn.extension.org/events/3160

01/12/2018

No wait San Antonio broiler pickup

01/05/2018

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Reminder of upcoming webinar - January 9 at 3 PM Eastern Time - https://learn.extension.org/events/3161
Poultry integrated pest management for flies, birds and rodents - all part of a good biosecurity program to keep disease from your flock

12/20/2017

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

Small and Backyard Flocks Extension

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Dec. 15 its intent to withdraw the Organic Livestock & Poultry Practices (OLPP) final rule. The rule was finalized in January 2017 but placed on hold when the new Administration took office.

In mid-November, the agency had suggested that it would re-evaluate the rule and was extending consideration of the rule until May 14, 2018. The latest action formally terminates the rule.

11/17/2017

Texas A&M University Poultry Science

Texas A&M University Poultry Science

Emanuel H. Glockzin, Jr., 1972 graduate of the Department of Poultry Science and owner of Brazos Valley Construction, received the 2017 Outstanding Alumni Award from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences! Congratulations to Emanuel and his wife, Elaina! We are very proud of you and thankful for all you have done and continue to do for our department. #COALS #OutstandingAlumni #POSCGraduate

11/11/2017

4 Safety Tips for Chicken Heat Lamps - Countryside Network

https://countrysidenetwork.com/daily/poultry/chicken-coops-housing/4-safety-precautions-when-using-a-chicken-heat-lamp/

Red heat bulbs are an easy way to provide heat to backyard chickens. Learn four ways to avoid fire hazards and safely use a chicken heat lamp.

10/28/2017

Egg farmers helping in time of need

Egg farmers helping in time of need

By Jeff Hardin

10/23/2017

Are backyard chickens for you?

http://www.poultrytimes.com/poultry_today/article_4c896482-b450-11e7-8faa-53b028b1d9c1.html

More and more people are bringing farm animals into their homes; some apartments even allow small livestock like miniature pigs or chickens to reside in their buildings.