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Frank Phillips College has taken the next step in advancing it Agriculture Department to the next level and is proud to announce that it’s Livestock Judging Program is under the new direction of Mr. Dustin Warren. Coach Warren is in his first year as coach of the Livestock Judging Team at our campus. Not only does he have a very seasoned background in the world of livestock judging and animal agriculture he is also a graduate of Texas A & M University, a trend setting institution in the field of agriculture. During his college career, Warren was a part of the 02 National Champion Meats Judging Team and 04 National Championship Livestock Judging Team. FPC is excited to have captured a product of this elite group of individuals who have spread across the country as some of academics outstanding coaches and instructors in agriculture. As a graduate student of Tarleton State University Dustin continued his passion for animal evaluation as a coach for Tarleton’s judging program. Upon completion of his Master’s, Dustin began a career with one of agricultures leading companies, Cargill Animal Nutrition. However, Dustin’s heart for young people and agriculture brought him back to a career in higher education. Coach Warren has big plans for the judging team and the Agriculture Department at Frank Phillips College. Warren’s vision is to make FPC’s judging team the Program of Choice for both students who are beginning their judging career and universities sourcing the best AG students in the country. Frank Phillips College is dedicated to Dustin’s focus on developing a Culture of Excellence in its agriculture program through extensive recruiting to find true competitors with dedication, work ethic and a vision to be the future of agriculture.

The FPC Livestock Judging Team affords students a real entrance into the animal agriculture industry. In addition its deemed as a stellar opportunity to refine their decision making and communication skills, as well as enhancing ones knowledge of animal production. The livestock judging arena has over time, developed tremendous network of industry leaders who have in turn, carried on legacy in the world of animal production. These individuals are trained to methodically evaluate classes of all livestock species based upon phenotype, genetics, and current industry demand. As a bonus, team member will develop an ability to resolve real life production issues using performance data and evaluation skills.

Frank Phillips College successful livestock judging teams have helped shape some of our state’s most prominent industry leaders. We hope that you will consider participating on our next year's team. For more information please contact Dustin Warren at 806-457-4200 # 790 or email at dwarren@fpctx.edu.

Dustin Warren

Judging Coach, Agriculture Instructor

806-457-4200 #790

dwarren@fpctx.edu