Livestock & Poultry
We provide a wide array of research-based resources, educational programming and expert advice covering topics from animal care and production to best environmental practices for livestock, including poultry, dairy and beef cattle, horses, pigs, sheep and goats.
Related Departments: Animal Science, Entomology, Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
The Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, includes four diagnostic laboratories serving veterinarians, livestock producers and government agencies.
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Egg to Chick
This workshop provides an excellent opportunity to learn about incubating chicken eggs and how that can be used as a science educational opportunity in the classroom. Educational activities include an in-depth discussion on egg formation, embryology, incubation, classroom experiments, and there will be a question and answer session.
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USDA is offering a new insurance program to help livestock producers manage lamb price risk. This publication explains the requirements of the program and the way it works. (5 pages)
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This 12-page publication examines the impact of the swine industry on the region’s economy and water use.
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This publication highlights the positive effect of Brahman influence on prices of breeding stock sold in a South Texas auction. Though Brahman influence typically decreases the price for feeder cattle in other regions, its well-known breed effects and hybrid vigor in crosses add significant value to breeding stock in South Texas. Cattle attributes for the […]
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Key performance indicators (KPI) are measurements that cow/calf producers can use to evaluate a variety of factors that are crucial to their operation's success. By keeping good financial records, ranch owners/operators can know if they are meeting key performance indicator targets. This publication outlines target levels and calculations for 13 KPIs based on analysis of […]
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Farm employers are required to complete and retain copies of Form I-9, an employment authorization confirmation, for all employees. This publication provides an overview of the I-9 form along with tips to ensure employer compliance. (2 pages)