STATEMENT FROM TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON TRUMP’S ANNOUNCEMENT ON CHINA TRADE VICTORY AND TARIFF REDUCTION
I commend President Donald J. Trump for unveiling the agreement with China aimed at reducing tariffs, eliminating retaliation, sustaining a baseline tariff on China, and laying the groundwork for future discussions to enhance market access for American exports. As part of this agreement, both the United States and China will reduce tariffs by 115%, while also maintaining an additional 10% tariff. Other measures from the U.S. will stay the same.  [More]

OPINION: NO HOSPITAL, NO HOPE: THE FIGHT FOR RURAL HEALTH CARE IN TEXAS
As we recognize National Hospital Week, it’s important to honor the men and women who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities healthy.  From the nurses who provide compassionate care to the doctors who offer life-saving expertise, our rural hospitals are staffed by incredibly committed individuals who often perform multiple roles to keep everything running smoothly, and it’s important we also recognize the challenges Texas’s rural hospitals face.  Rural Texas is worth fighting for, and the healthcare providers who keep them healthy are worth celebrating.  [More]

OPINION: TEXAS AGRICULTURE AND AMERICAN FOOD SECURITY: INNOVATION AND GROWTH
As Texas Agriculture Commissioner and a lifelong rancher, I've seen firsthand how technology has transformed our farms and revamped the way we do business. Modern producers now utilize precision agriculture tools to monitor soil conditions, track livestock, optimize irrigation, and manage resources with unprecedented efficiency. To power virtually all of these essential innovations, we require access to Wi-Fi connectivity that relies on unlicensed spectrum.  [More]

STATEMENT FROM TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON THE HISTORIC U.S.-UNITED KINGDOM TRADE DEAL
I want to congratulate President Donald J. Trump on securing a historic trade agreement with the United Kingdom. Announced on the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, this landmark deal represents a major step forward in advancing American economic prosperity and preserving trade relations with one of our oldest allies. It opens the door to more than $5 billion in new exports for American agriculture producers with expanded access for beef, ethanol, and a wide range of Texas-grown products.  [More]

STATEMENT FROM TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON THE HISTORIC ELECTION OF POPE LEO XIV
I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States on his election as the 267th pope, now known to the world as Pope Leo XIV. As the first American elected to the papacy, this is a historic moment not only for the Catholic Church but for people of faith around the globe.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER INTRODUCES LEGENDARY STORYTELLERS BOB AND KELLI PHILLIPS AS TDA & GO TEXAN BRAND AMBASSADORS
Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) proudly announce that renowned Texas storytellers Bob and Kelli Phillips are now official brand ambassadors for TDA and GO TEXAN. As cherished former hosts of America’s longest-running independently produced television series, Texas Country Reporter, Kelli and Bob Phillips offer decades of experience in showcasing the heart and spirit of the Lone Star State.  [More]

STATEMENT FROM TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON ATTORNEY GENERAL PAXTON’S INVESTIGATION INTO CHILDREN’S TOOTHPASTE MANUFACTURERS
Making America Healthy Again isn’t just about the food we put on our plates. It’s about everything we allow into our bodies, especially those of our children. As stewards of the next generation, we have a duty to be vigilant about the substances to which we are exposed and the marketing tactics that target our youth. I fully support Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his efforts to hold toothpaste manufacturers accountable, if necessary, for any wrongdoing that may have caused real harm due to misleading marketing targeted at children.   [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER CELEBRATES NATIONAL BEEF MONTH
Join Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller in celebrating Beef Month this May. Here in Texas, if there’s one thing we know better than almost anyone, it’s cattle. From the rolling plains of the Panhandle to the pastures of the Hill Country, beef isn’t just what’s for dinner—it’s a way of life. Texas has been at the forefront of cattle production for generations, and this success is no coincidence. It stems from the hard work, dedication, and extensive know-how passed down through families who’ve worked this land for centuries.  [More]

STATEMENT FROM TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON PRESIDENT TRUMP’S FY2026 BUDGET REQUEST
President Trump’s ambitious budget proposal marks a critical move towards reestablishing reason and curbing Washington’s reckless spending. With national debt surpassing $36 trillion, it is long overdue for our nation to stop running up the tab. This budget signifies a commitment to common sense, accountability, and honoring the taxpayers who fuel our economy.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ANNOUNCES SPONSORSHIP OF THE 2025 CROSSROADS OF TEXAS GO TEXAN COUNTRY FESTIVAL
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), and the city of Waxahachie, Texas, are proud to announce their sponsorship of the 2025 Crossroads of Texas GO TEXAN Country Festival, a celebration of Lone Star State talent, agriculture, heritage, creativity, and community.  [More]