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Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller discusses the state’s devastating floods and its impact on producers

July 07, 2025 11:25 AM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

Recovery efforts are underway in Texas following heavy flash flooding, which is taking a toll on human life and on agriculture, with the loss of livestock, cropland, and infrastructure.

Texas Commissioner of Agriculture Sid Miller joined RFD-TV’s Tammi Arender to give an update on the impact so far, additional resources available to the ag community, and the ripple effects it could have on ag production moving forward.

Additional Resources:
Hay Feed Hot Line: 512-787-9966
Agri-Stress Helpline: 833-897-2474
Texas Agriculture Website

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