Texas Farm Bureau's Farm From School Program Kicks Off Spring 2026 with Virtual Cattle Ranch Tour

Students learn about beef production and the role of genetics, technology, and animal care in raising cattle at W4 Ranch in Morgan, Texas.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Texas Farm Bureau's Farm From School program launched the Spring 2026 semester with a virtual field trip to W4 Ranch in Morgan, Texas. Students in grades 6-12 learned about beef production and the role genetics, technology, and animal care play in raising cattle from Jeff Chaffin, the ranch manager of the family-owned Hereford cattle operation.

Why it matters

The Farm From School program aims to educate students about modern agriculture and food production, helping them understand where their food comes from and the science and technology involved. By connecting students directly with working farms and ranches, the program provides valuable real-world learning experiences.

The details

During the virtual field trip, students learned about the various aspects of beef production at W4 Ranch, including the importance of genetics, the use of technology to monitor and care for the animals, and the daily routines and best practices for raising healthy cattle.

  • The Spring 2026 semester of the Farm From School program kicked off in February 2026.

The players

Texas Farm Bureau

A non-profit organization that represents the interests of Texas farmers and ranchers, and runs the Farm From School program to educate students about modern agriculture.

W4 Ranch

A multi-generation family-owned Hereford cattle operation in Morgan, Texas that has been in business since the 1970s.

Jeff Chaffin

The ranch manager of W4 Ranch, who led the virtual field trip and provided insights into beef production and cattle care.

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What they’re saying

“Students in grades 6-12 learned about beef production and the role genetics, technology, and animal care play in raising cattle from Jeff Chaffin, the ranch manager of the family-owned Hereford cattle operation.”

— Jeff Chaffin, Ranch Manager, W4 Ranch (ground.news)

The takeaway

The Farm From School program's virtual field trip to W4 Ranch provided students with a valuable, hands-on learning experience about the science and technology behind modern beef production, helping them better understand where their food comes from and the important role of agriculture in their lives.