Sustainable food systems, influencer engagement and farm security among topics covered at 2022 Summit First in-person Summit since 2019 brings diverse group of stakeholders to Kansas City May 13, 2022 – The Animal Agriculture Alliance wrapped up its 2022 Stakeholders Summit yesterday, themed “Come Together for Animal Ag: Be Informed, Be Ready, Be Here.” The…
Develop a “mindset relationship” at 2022 Stakeholders Summit Registration closes May 6th May 4, 2022 – It’s time for a new approach to safeguarding the future of animal agriculture. “Mindset Relationship” is a strategy (and more importantly, a way of life) connecting those who produce food and who represent them with those who need food and energy to live active,…
Be ready to safeguard the future of animal agriculture at 2022 Stakeholders Summit Refer a friend before registration closes on May 6th and you both could win $100! April 20, 2022 – The future of animal agriculture and the security of our food supply continues to be targeted by animal rights extremist organizations. Two expert…
Interactive crisis communications workshop slated for 2022 Stakeholders Summit Discounted registration rates available through April 17 April 14, 2022 – Expert communicator Tricia Sheehan, vice president, strategic communications and farmer relations for Dairy Management Inc., will lead an interactive crisis communications workshop at the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2022 Stakeholders Summit. In this workshop, Sheehan will lead…
Animal Agriculture Alliance 2022 Pre-Summit webinar series kicks off tomorrow Refer a friend to register and you both could win $100! April 5, 2022 – The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2022 Stakeholders Summit Pre-Summit webinar series kicks off April 6 with webinars being held each Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET for the five…
Strategize how to take action for animal agriculture at 2022 Stakeholders Summit Preconference webinars kick off April 6 March 23, 2022 – Former poultry chief executive Steve Olson is slated to speak at the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2022 Stakeholders Summit. During an interactive workshop, Olson will have attendees consider how their personal and organizational vision, mission…
“Ag-vocates” to share lessons learned at 2022 Stakeholders Summit Early bird registration rates extended through March 16 March 9, 2022 – Ballot initiatives. Undercover videos. “Pink slime.” Animal agriculture has gone through the ringer when it comes to activist actions and misinformed marketing schemes, subsequently adding a new role for farmers and ranchers who feel compelled…
Experts to highlight consumer trends at 2022 Stakeholders Summit Early bird registration rates available through March 9 February 23, 2022 – Consumer purchasing patterns for meat, milk, poultry and eggs continuously evolve and have done so at a more rapid pace since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. At the 2022 Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit…
Alliance members are welcome to share this article in their newsletters, magazines and other publications. Byline may be attributed to Casey Kinler, director, membership and marketing at the Animal Agriculture Alliance. For questions, email Casey. It’s Time to Come Together for Animal Ag There’s only one way to effectively safeguard the future of animal agriculture—together. And…
Author and registered dietitian Diana Rodgers to dish on sustainable meat at 2022 Stakeholders Summit Farmer and rancher photo and video contest extended through February 14 February 9, 2022 – There is growing concern from experts that we need to preserve a true range of food options to reflect the diversity of our cultures, races, traditions…
HB 3799
Description:
Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain meat food products.
Status: Introduced 3/7/2019
Pending
HB 1081
Relating to a study regarding the prohibition of dairy farming in certain areas of the state
Description:
Would require the Texas Animal Health Commission to conduct a study regarding the current risk level for bovine tuberculosis in certain states determined by the Commission to be infected or at high risk for bovine tuberculosis. By 9/1/2014, the Commission must submit a report of the findings to the Department of Agriculture and others listed.
Status: Effective 6/14/2013
Passed
Pass Date: 6/14/2013
HB 1643
Description:
Would add a concentrated animal feeding operations to the list of facilities that drones are prohibited from flying over.
Status: Effective 9/1/17
Passed
Pass Date: 6/15/2017
HB 1819
Relating to liability for injuring a trespassing sheep or goat
Description:
Would make a person with a fence that is insufficient who kills or wounds a head of cattle, horse, goat or sheep liable to the owner of the animal for damages.
Status: Effective 9/1/2013
Passed
Pass Date: 6/14/2013
HB 334
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Livestock Care Standards Advisory Committee
Description:
Would establish a 16-member Texas Livestock Care Standards Advisory Committee. The committee would be required to research and develop standards governing livestock and poultry care, food safety, local food availability, food affordability, and best farm management practices for animal well-being.
Status: Introduced 11/19/2010; Died in Committee
Failed
SJR 22
Right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife amendment
Description:
Would amend Aricle 1, Section 34 of the Texas Constitution to include that people have the right to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife, including the use of traditioal methods, subject to laws and regulations to conserve and manage wildlife and preserve the future of hunting and fishing. Would also state that hunting and fishing are preferred methods of managing and controlling wildlife.
Status: Enrolled 5/20/2015; Died in Chamber
Failed