COMMISSIONER SID MILLER EXTENDS DEADLINE FOR $280 MILLION IN RELIEF FOR SOUTH TEXAS PRODUCERS
Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) announced that the application deadline for the 1944 Water Treaty Grant has been extended. This grant provides $280 million in assistance to agricultural producers with irrigation water rights along the Rio Grande River. It offers economic relief to producers affected by water shortages due to Mexico’s failure to meet its obligations under the 1944 Water Treaty. TDA is now accepting grant applications until Thursday, June 5, 2025.  [More]

STATEMENT BY COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON US HOUSE PASSAGE OF “ONE BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL” 
“The approval of the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' in the House is a significant win for American agriculture. This budget reconciliation package, championed by President Trump, includes vital Farm Bill provisions that help tackle the increasing farming costs and pursue a more sustainable fiscal future for the nation."  [More]

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]