STATEMENT FROM TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER PRAISING SECRETARY BROOKE ROLLINS ON USDA’S SMALL FAMILY FARMS POLICY AGENDA
For the Trump Administration, ‘Farmers First’ isn’t just a slogan; it’s a deep commitment to strengthening and promoting rural life in America. Nearly 90% of Texas farms are family-run, and they make enormous contributions that keep America and the world fed, clothed, and free.  [More]

STATEMENT BY TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ASSURING FARMERS HEMP PRODUCTION WILL CONTINUE UNDER SB 3
“Texas farmers are worried about the effects of Senate Bill 3 on the hemp industry. This legislation does not ban growing hemp or planting hemp for biomass. It's a targeted effort to crack down on abuse of THC in the retail sector, not a ban on legitimate hemp farming.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER CHAMPIONS FUTURE AGRICULTURE LEADERS THROUGH TEXAS FFA AUCTIONEERING CAMP 
Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced his support and endorsement of the first-in-Texas Future Farmers of America (FFA) Auctioneering Camp. FFA’s Youth Auctioneering Camp supports Texas agriculture by promoting a career path essential to livestock, land, and equipment markets while building real-world skills in communication and leadership. This program closely aligns with the goals of Texas FFA and follows a successful and popular model used in other states.   [More]

STATEMENT BY COMMISSIONER SID MILLER BACKING FEDERAL ACTION AGAINST NEW WORLD SCREWWORM THREAT
The New World Screwworm cannot be eliminated with half-hearted efforts. Actual eradication requires the strategic release of millions of sterile flies. I was skeptical of the Biden Administration's approach, but this collaborative effort led by Secretary Brooke Rollins at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), coupled with strong leadership from Texas Congressional members, will expand North American sterile fly production, marking a crucial step forward.  [More]

STATEMENT BY COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON TEXAS LEGISLATURE'S HISTORIC WATER INVESTMENT
This represents the practical, on-the-ground legislation needed to protect our most precious resource—water. For years, Texas farmers, ranchers, and rural communities have grappled with increasing water scarcity, and I am pleased these bills expand the Texas Water Fund while increasing accountability.  [More]