Commissioner Miller Hails USDA’s $30 Million Fresh Fruit Purchase, Calls for Texas Fruit to be Front and Center
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today welcomed the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s announcement that it intends to purchase up to $30 million in fresh fruit from American farmers to bolster the nation’s food supply and called on the agency to prioritize Texas producers.    [More]

Commissioner Miller Announces Launch of New Agency-Wide Licensing System
The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) today announced the successful launch of its new, fully digitized licensing system, a modern and streamlined platform designed to make it easier than ever for Texans to apply for, renew, and update their TDA issued licenses. Developed by TDA’s Information Technology Division and completed under budget, the system reflects the agency’s commitment to customer service, government efficiency, and transparency.  [More]

Commissioner Miller Applauds FDA Action to Protect Cats from New World Screwworm
The Emergency Use Authorization for Credelio CAT is another big step forward in the fight to protect American agriculture and animal health. The FDA’s action gives veterinarians a powerful new tool to treat New World Screwworm infestations in cats and kittens, and it shows that science, innovation, and the Trump administration are working together to forge solutions.  [More]

Commissioner Sid Miller Celebrates Major Growth of GO TEXAN Program in 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today celebrated a year of remarkable growth for the Texas Department of Agriculture’s (TDA) GO TEXAN program, highlighting significant increases in membership, expanded partnerships, and unprecedented momentum for one of the state’s flagship marketing initiatives.  [More]

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller Invites the New York Stock Exchange and Chicago Mercantile Exchange to Relocate to Texas
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today issued an historic invitation to two of America’s most iconic financial institutions, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), to relocate to the Lone Star State, where freedom, opportunity, and enterprise are not just words, but a way of life.  [More]

Commissioner Miller Addresses Texas Beekeepers Association Convention
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller spoke at the 2025 Texas Beekeepers Association Annual Convention today in Waco, Texas, in support of local beekeepers and honey producers. The event is the premier event in the state, highlighting beekeepers and honey producers.  [More]

Commissioner Miller Congratulates Capital Farm Credit for Youth Agriculture Support
By backing 4-H and FFA clubs across the Lone Star State, Capital Farm Credit is showing their commitment to support youth in agriculture, which lines up perfectly with the Texas Department of Agriculture's mission to grow the future, preserve our heritage, and make sure Texas agriculture stays strong, proud, and productive.  [More]

Commissioner Miller Statement on Advancement of Julie Callahan Nomination
As Texas Agriculture Commissioner, I want to applaud the Senate Finance Committee for advancing Dr. Julie Callahan’s nomination to serve as chief agricultural negotiator at the Office of the United States Trade Representative. This is a strong step forward for American agriculture. It is encouraging to see clear support for a nominee who brings decades of real experience in global markets, food policy, and the day-to-day challenges facing our farmers and ranchers.  [More]

Commissioner Miller Praises the Comeback of Texas Honey
Today, Commissioner Sid Miller praised the remarkable comeback of the Texas honey industry, noting that coordinated efforts by pesticide regulators, the Texas Department of Agriculture, and partners across the agriculture community have helped create conditions for Texas bees to thrive. According to Texas A&M AgriLife, Texas beekeepers produced more than 4 million pounds of honey this season, worth nearly $9 million at market prices averaging $2.24 a pound — the strongest output the state has seen in years.  [More]

Commissioner Miller Observes National Rural Health Day
Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture's State Office of Rural Health (SORH) recognize and celebrate National Rural Health Day, which also marks the second year of Rural Health Day in Texas. Partnering with the Texas Rural Health Association, the two organizations have committed to advocating for continued improvement in Texas rural health care.  [More]