STATEMENT FROM COMMISSIONER SID MILLER APPLAUDING FEDERAL ACTION TO FIGHT NEW WORLD SCREWWORM
"The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a declaration enabling the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to grant Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for animal drugs targeting infestations caused by the New World Screwworm. This measure focuses solely on animal health and offers the decisive, results-oriented action that farmers and ranchers need to protect their livestock, livelihoods, and the country's food supply.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER WARNS OF RADIOACTIVE FOREIGN SHRIMP
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today highlighted a recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warning advising Americans not to eat, sell, or serve certain imported frozen shrimp from an Indonesian firm. Texans deserve to know exactly what’s on their plate, and the FDA’s advisory proves exactly why. The Texas Department of Agriculture fully supports this action and urges all Texans to take it seriously.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON HUMAN CASE OF TRAVEL-RELATED NWS IN THE UNITED STATES
Farmers and ranchers across America have been calling for action with immediate results. I remain fully committed to keeping Texas and our nation prepared, resilient, and proactive. That is why I have been working closely with U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to strengthen America’s defenses. Our TDA Swormlure, a state-of-the-art attractant, combined with pesticide bait, will provide an immediate and powerful safeguard against this devastating pest.  [More]

COMMISSIONER MILLER PROMOTES RESOURCES TO HELP NEW FARMERS SUCCEED IN TEXAS AGRICULTURE
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is reminding Texans about valuable resources for new farmers. The USDA Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Direct Farm Ownership Down Payment Loan allows beginning farmers and ranchers to fund up to 45 percent of a farm’s purchase price with just a 5 percent down payment, providing essential support.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER BACKS SHRIMP LABELING LAW TO PROTECT TEXAS PRODUCERS
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is reminding Texans that Senate Bill 823 is effective as of September 1, 2025. This law introduces new protections for consumers and marks a significant victory for Texas shrimping and aquaculture. It requires informing consumers if the shrimp sold in the state are imported from outside Texas, thereby increasing awareness and supporting the critical Texas shrimp industry.  [More]