COMMISSIONER SID MILLER SHOWCASES THE BEST OF TEXAS AT THE GO TEXAN PAVILION
Join Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller at the GO TEXAN Pavilion for a taste of Texas during the 2025 State Fair of Texas, opening Friday, September 26th. Presented by Southwest Dairy Farmers, this Pavilion showcases the best of Texas’ handcrafted goods, farm-fresh flavors, and homegrown innovation all under one roof. Whether you're a foodie, wine lover, art enthusiast, or supporter of local products, it’s the ideal spot to celebrate what makes Texas truly one-of-a-kind.  [More]

MORE RADIOACTIVE IMPORTED SHRIMP RECALLED, COMMISSIONER MILLER ENCOURAGES AMERICANS TO STICK WITH WILD-CAUGHT TEXAS SHRIMP
Imported shrimp sold in 31 states has been recalled over radioactive contamination concerns, and that’s flat-out unacceptable. Americans deserve safe, clean food, not imports handled under shady, unsanitary conditions. This is exactly why folks ought to only buy wild-caught Texas shrimp, where quality, freshness, and safety are second to none.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER APPLAUDS CHOICE OF DR. BEN CARSON TO KEY MAHA ROLE
Today’s swearing-in of my friend, Dr. Ben Carson, as the United States Department of Agriculture's first National Nutrition Advisor is a big win for American families and farmers. Dr. Carson, a world-renowned neurosurgeon and former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, brings unmatched experience and medical expertise to bear as we work to strengthen our nation's nutrition programs and Make America Healthy Again.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER REAFFIRMS TEXAS’ AGGRESSIVE RESPONSE TO SCREWWORM DETECTION NEAR BORDER
Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller made it clear that the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is not waiting on the sidelines when it comes to protecting Texas livestock from the New World screwworm (NWS). The agency is taking immediate and aggressive action to use pesticide bait to prevent the pest from re-establishing itself in Texas. While TDA has already been proactive in guarding against NWS, Commissioner Miller is now intensifying those measures following confirmation by Mexico’s SENASICA of a new case in Sabinas Hidalgo, Nuevo León—less than 70 miles from the U.S.–Mexico border.  [More]

OPINION: ACTION OVER EXCUSES: COMMISSIONER MILLER DEFENDS TEXAS RANCHERS AGAINST ENERGY GIANT
As Commissioner, I have a constitutional and ethical obligation to serve the interests of Texas producers and consumers. Close to a million acres of this state have been damaged by these fires. Every acre lost isn’t just a rancher’s concern – it's a consumer’s issue too. When pastures burn, it drives up feed costs, beef prices, and grocery bills. Texans are already feeling the impact of rising food prices. If we don't address this crisis, it will only make things worse. Families who don't own a ranch will still feel the pinch at the checkout line.  [More]

OPINION: PRESIDENT TRUMP PUTS AGRICULTURE FIRST, AND TEXAS IS READY FOR THE FUTURE
Farmers and ranchers don’t expect handouts; they want a fair deal. Once again, with President Donald J. Trump, American agriculture finally regained the recognition and support it deserves. Trump respects rural America for what it is: the backbone of this country, not something to be pushed aside or exploited for political gain.  [More]

CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM SUPPORTS HEALTHY MEALS AND NUTRITION EDUCATION IN DAY CARE SETTINGS
Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller encouraged Texans to learn more about accessing nutritious meals in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) administers this federally funded program operating at more than 12,000 sites in Texas, including adult day care centers, childcare centers, home-based day cares, and afterschool programs. TDA and these partners are working to promote healthy lifestyles by ensuring eligible children and adults can enjoy nutritious free or reduced-price meals and snacks in CACFP.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER BRINGS TEXAS AGRICULTURE TO HOMES ACROSS AMERICA WITH NEW TV SHOW, TEXAS OUR TEXAS
After 13 remarkable seasons, Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture are thrilled to unveil the rebranding of Texas Agriculture Matters. The new, improved, and even more engaging national TV show, Texas Our Texas, will be hosted by Commissioner Miller himself. With Commissioner Miller’s cowboy logic and Texas pride, it will highlight the people, policies, and progress that make Texas agriculture the foundation of our state’s economy and way of life.  [More]

COMMISSIONER MILLER PRAISES FEDERAL DISASTER RECOVERY GRANTS FOR LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS
Texas is no stranger to natural disasters and weather catastrophes. This $1 billion commitment to help livestock producers affected by floods and wildfires shows that the Trump Administration is supporting America’s farmers and ranchers when disaster strikes. This is exactly what hardworking Texans and rural families across the country need to get through, rebuild, and keep feeding the world.  [More]

COMMISSIONER SID MILLER SUPPORTS NEW PUSH TO MAKE TEXAS KIDS HEALTHY AGAIN
The Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy is exactly what America needs. For too long, our kids have been facing rising rates of diabetes, allergies, and other chronic health problems. That changes now. Our children deserve better, and this plan delivers by putting real food and real nutrition back on the table. Under President Trump’s leadership, United States Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kennedy and the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission are prioritizing kids’ health on a national level. From fresh farm-fresh meals in the lunchroom to nutrition education in the classroom, this approach strengthens the connection between the heartland and the lunchroom. Healthy kids don’t just mean healthier families; they lead to stronger communities, a stronger Texas, and a stronger America.  [More]