Beef Cattle

We offer a wide array of information, resources and events related to beef cattle, Texas’ largest agricultural industry. Whether you are looking for an online resource or an in-person expert, we have the solutions you need for all aspects of production, from forages to organic or grass-fed certification.

Related Departments: Animal Science, Rangeland, Wildlife & Fisheries Management

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Generation Next: Our Turn to Ranch

Generation Next targets new landowners, those who are inheriting land or those who are looking to start a new agricultural operation on an existing ranch.
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Beef Cattle

Programs

We offer numerous free and affordable programs on agriculture and natural resources, family and community health, economic health and youth development. We also offer many volunteer opportunities. Browse the list below.
Program

The TCFA Feedyard Technician Program provides high school upperclassmen knowledge and skills needed to prepare them for a possible career in the fed cattle industry.

Program

These proven beef quality practices are simply better methods of doing the same jobs you’re already doing.

Program

Beef 101 is a three-day intensive hands-on program designed for anyone who has an interest in expanding their knowledge of the total beef industry.

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  • Program

    The TCFA Feedyard Technician Program provides high school upperclassmen knowledge and skills needed to prepare them for a possible career in the fed cattle industry.

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  • Program

    These proven beef quality practices are simply better methods of doing the same jobs you’re already doing.

  • Program

    Beef 101 is a three-day intensive hands-on program designed for anyone who has an interest in expanding their knowledge of the total beef industry.

    Texas A&M University Meat Science instructor
  • Program

    Beef 706 is a two-day hands-on training program for leaders in various segments of the beef industry who are focused on quality assessment.

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  • Program

    The Beef Cattle Short Course is a three-day beef industry educational conference for producers at all levels of the beef industry.

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