TCFA Feedyard Technician Program
Cattle industry skill-building for high school juniors and seniors
Educational Experiences for Future Careers
The TCFA Feedyard Technician Program is a program led by Texas Cattle Feeders Association in cooperation with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and West Texas A&M University that provides high school juniors and seniors the knowledge and skills needed to prepare them for a potential career in the fed cattle industry.
These educational experiences are made possible by enlisting the support of Agricultural Science Teachers in identifying these potential students. The program is designed to allow the teacher flexibility in utilizing existing class courses and learning experiences to obtain the program goals.
The TCFA Feedyard Technician Program offers two distinct career paths: Cattle Care and Handling, and Machinery Operation, Repair, and Maintenance.
A student may choose to pursue one or both. Learn more in the Feedyard Technician Program overview PDF.
Machinery Operation, Repair & Maintenance
Registration is open. Deadline is August 30, 2024
Interview Prep: Machinery Operation, Repair & Maintenance
Training Videos: Machinery Operation, Repair & Maintenance
Cattle Care & Handling
Mark your calendar for the 2025 dates
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Sample Test Questions: Cattle Care & Handling
Interview Prep: Cattle Care & Handling
Training Videos: Cattle Care & Handling
Program Updates for Ag Science Teachers
Teachers, use this sign-up form to receive timely updates from the TCA Feedyard Technician program.
Additional Information?
Robert Devin
Program Coordinator – Agricultural Workforce and Community Development, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
