Texas Department of Agriculture

Ranching is tough—but you don’t have to face the stress alone. The Texas Department of Agriculture is here to support our ag families. If you're feeling overwhelmed, reach out. Help is here, and hope is real.

If you or any loved ones are in need of help, call 833-897-2474 for the free and confidential AgriStress Helpline.

Here is the link to our new and updated AgriStress Helpline page with access to all of our resources: https://texasagriculture.gov/.../SORH.../AgriStress-Helpline

Here in Texas, that legacy continues through our family farms and independent producers who embody the strength, resilience, and opportunity rooted in the American system

🎨: Terry Harrison (b.1951)

Today, Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture remembers and commemorates the anniversary of D-Day, the allied invasion of France, beginning the end and victory of the Second World War. We thank all American soldiers who fought throughout history and continue to fight for our freedoms and democratic values.

For National Trails Day this year, the U.S. Forest Service today announced an additional 2026 recreation fee-free day. Enjoy free access to national forests and grasslands as we come together to appreciate the beauty of our natural landscapes. Trails connect us to the land that supports Texas agriculture: clean water, healthy soil, and thriving ecosystems all start here.

Get outside and help keep our trails, and our ag lands, strong for generations to come.

For all 2026 fee free days on National Forest System lands, please visit
https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/passes-permits

Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and countless listeners of Jim Stewart. For decades, Jim was a trusted voice in West Texas agriculture, keeping farmers, ranchers, and rural communities informed through his work on radio and agricultural broadcasting on KRFE 95.9FM - AM580. His passion for agriculture, commitment to honest reporting, and deep love for the South Plains made him a respected figure across Texas.

Jim’s contributions to our industry and the relationships he built with generations of producers will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones and all those whose lives he touched.

Lubbock mourning ag broadcaster Jim Stewart Jim Stewart, an agriculture broadcaster whose voice was familiar across West Texas for decades, has died.

Last year, Texas produced an incredible 18 billion pounds of milk, a testament to the hard work, care, and dedication of our dairy farmers across the state. Thank you, dairy farmers, for keeping Texas strong, nourished, and growing every day.

The Texas Department of Agriculture filmed Texas Our Texas, showcasing the iconic John Deere Company. From cutting-edge equipment to the hardworking people behind the scenes, we’re capturing how technology and agriculture come together. Stay tuned as we highlight the stories, machinery, and legacy driving modern farming forward!

Happy Friday! Eat Texas Beef 🐄