Commissioner Sid Miller expressed gratitude to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins following her visit to Texas. The meeting, held in Mt. Pleasant, included discussions with local farmers and ranchers about the impact of avian influenza and potential improvements to the national response.

"I want to thank United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins for hosting a productive roundtable this afternoon in Mt. Pleasant with Texas farmers and ranchers," said Commissioner Miller. "The discussion focused on the ongoing impact of avian influenza and potential improvements to the national response."

Miller praised Secretary Rollins for her quick action in organizing these discussions early in her tenure, highlighting her dedication to the agriculture industry and commitment to producers in rural Texas. "Secretary Rollins’ swift action in organizing these discussions—just days into her tenure—illustrates her passion for the agriculture industry and her commitment to our producers in rural Texas," he said.

The commissioner expressed enthusiasm for continued collaboration with Secretary Rollins to support Texas agriculture and its producers. "I am excited for our continued collaboration to support Texas agriculture and the hardworking producers who depend on our efforts," Miller concluded.

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