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]

STATEMENT FROM TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER PRAISING TEXAS SNAP REFORM: NO MORE TAXPAYER-FUNDED JUNK FOOD
We are responsible for seeing taxpayer dollars serve their intended purpose. This means helping Texas families access healthy food options that will keep them fueled for success, instead of perpetuating a cycle of poor nutrition and chronic illness. I want to thank Senator Mayes Middleton and Representative Stan Gerdes for their strong leadership and commitment to doing what’s right for the people of Texas through Senate Bill 379.  [More]

TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER CALLS FOR VIGILANCE AFTER ALLEGED CHINESE AGROTERRORISM IN THE US
I commend the FBI, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and other federal agencies working under the Trump administration for identifying and quickly neutralizing this threat. We must continue to strengthen biosecurity protocols and protect our agricultural research institutions from foreign interference.  [More]

TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER CELEBRATES NATIONAL DAIRY MONTH
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller proudly recognizes June as National Dairy Month, honoring the dedicated Texas dairymen and dairywomen who drive one of our state’s most vital industries—dairy production. From the heart of the Hill Country to the High Plains, these producers rise before dawn every day of the year, guaranteeing that families across America enjoy safe, nutritious, high-quality dairy products.  [More]