FARFA is fighting to expand options for small farmers and consumers of local meats in Texas! Under federal law, meat from cattle, hogs, goats, sheep, and…
Are fruits and vegetables agriculture? Submit your public comments!
Texas law gives farmers the ability to pay lower property taxes, known as agricultural valuation, because of the benefits their land provides to the community….
Call to support healthy foods!
There are two bills in the Texas House right now that would make a real difference for small farmers and homesteaders. What are they? 1. Eggs…
Lobby Days 2023 FAQ
Q: I’ve never talked to a legislator or been to the Capitol before. Is this event for me? Yes! You do not need any prior experience…
FARFA Continues Its Lawsuit Against Texas Department of Agriculture
Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance continues to pursue its lawsuit against the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), challenging the agency’s improper and unconstitutional new rule to implement the…
Tarrant County refunds illegal fees to cottage food producer
Tarrant County has refunded the permit fees it illegally charged to a cottage food operator! Two weeks ago, the Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance (FARFA) and…
Tell local health agencies to follow Texas Cottage Food Laws
Thanks to many years of advocacy, Texas’ cottage food law offers wonderful opportunities for farmers and other individuals to start up small food businesses in their…
Priority Issues for the 2023 Texas Legislative Session
Among its many impacts, the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the fragility of our food system. In March of 2020, grocery store shelves emptied, not because of…
Texas voters: Is there a runoff in your district?
Published May 14, 2022 The Republican and Democratic parties held their primaries on March 2, but in about 50 races, no candidate won a clear…
Support truly Texas-raised products
Published April 15, 2022 The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is proposing a new grant program to support the marketing of products with the “Go Texan”…