In our series of reports on new laws that go into effect on September 1, this post focuses on two laws aimed at supporting local farmers’…
FARFA’s Comments to TDA on FSMA Rules
We recently sent out an alert about the Texas Department of Agriculture’s most recent proposed rules for implementation of the Federal Food Safety Modernization Act. As…
Texas Ag Department Pushing Bad Regulations … Again
Early this year, we distributed an alert about proposed rules from the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) that would impose unnecessary burdens on farmers raising fruits…
Take Action: Texas Cattle & Horse Owners
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) has proposed several regulations that will impact cattle and horse owners in Texas. The proposed rule for equine electronic passports…
Cheers and Jeers: The 2019 TX Legislative Session
The deadline for the Governor to veto bills has passed, so the 2019 Texas legislative session is finally truly wrapped up. Below, you’ll find a summary…
The good, the bad, and the unknown
With one week left in the Texas legislative session, there is a lot of both good and bad news-and many things still up in the air….
We won! No more high permit fees for farmers markets
The Texas House on Tuesday voted unanimously to pass SB 932. This bill caps the permit fees that local health departments can impose on farmers &…
Texas Bills: In the Home Stretch
With 19 days left in the Texas legislative session, we’re in the home stretch. We have seven bills that would make important changes for small farmers & local…
Texas Legislative Session Bill Tracking
Check out what’s happening with local farms and food at the Texas Legislature during the 2019 legislative session! Stay tuned on the latest developments by signing…
Bill threatens peaceful protest rights
The Texas House is scheduled to vote tomorrow on a bill that would impose severe criminal penalties on individuals who “interfere” with what are designated as…