Junior Fed Beef ChallengeThe TCFA Junior Fed Beef Challenge was designed to encourage young people to gain practical experience in feeding commercial beef cattle. This program stresses the importance of proper animal husbandry and financial management. Over the last 25 years, TCFA has introduced hundreds of young people to the cattle feeding industry through the Junior Fed Beef Challenge.
2022 TCFA Junior Fed Beef Challenge Brochure 2022 TCFA Junior Fed Beef Challenge Entry Form 2022 TCFA Junior Fed Beef Challenge Rules 2022 Record Book User Guide - COMING SOON Feed Invoice BSQA Worksheet Drug Certificate Click here to view the 2021 Junior Fed Beef Challenge Winners |
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Feedyard technician programThe TCFA Feedyard Technical Program is designed to equip high school students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter the fed beef industry upon graduation from high school. The program allows teachers to utilize existing class courses and learning experiences, such as agricultural vocation classes, to meet the program’s requirements and ensure success among students.
Two distinct career paths are offered through the program:
The program is a collaboration between TCFA, West Texas A&M University and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services. For more information on curriculum and enrollment qualifications, visit amarillo.tamu.edu/feedyard-technician-program. |
FEedyard CampTCFA’s Junior Fed Beef Career & Leadership Program, commonly known as “Feedyard Camp,” is designed for incoming high school juniors and seniors who have an interested in pursuing a career in the beef industry.
The four-day camp gives students an in-depth look into all aspects of the beef industry, including managing day-to-day operations on a feedyard. Upon conclusion of the program, students may participate in a job shadow program with a local feedyard. 2022 Brochure - COMING SOON 2022 Application - COMING SOON |
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