Poultry and Other Registries

Another major livestock animal of Texas is likely the smallest, poultry.Texas is home to over 600 million broilers, 6 million turkeys, and 23 million heads of laying chickens. The majority of these birds are produced on a contract bases, but select breeders are found throughout the state that produce unique breeds genetically designed for meat or egg production.

Other unique livestock found in Texas include interesting species such as buffalo, bison, game deer, and many more, proving Texas has something to offer everyone.