Animal Ag Alliance Virtual Summit attendees now prepared to turn “Obstacles to Opportunities” 2021 Virtual Summit highlights report now available May 20, 2021 – The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2021 Virtual Stakeholders Summit, themed “Obstacles to Opportunities,” equipped farm and food stakeholders with the tools needed to turn the obstacles of 2020 into opportunities for the decades…
The 2021 Virtual Stakeholders Summit was held primarily May 5-6 with nearly 600 registered attendees, making it the largest Summit to date.
Speakers discuss communication, engagement and policy during 2021 Virtual Summit preconference series Preconference webinars held April 28 – May 4 May 5, 2021 – The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2021 Virtual Stakeholders Summit preconference webinars, sponsored by Protect the Harvest, wrapped up May 4 and included sessions highlighting ways to connect with companies sharing misinformation, updates…
Creating opportunities to elevate farmer voices at the 2021 Virtual Summit Registration closes Friday, April 30 April 26, 2021 – Research has shown that farmers, ranchers and practicing veterinarians are our greatest assets when working to bridge the communication gap between farm and fork. In the time of COVID-19, our chances of engaging positively are even…
Tools for changing minds, marketing, and messaging will be shared at 2021 Virtual Summit Virtual networking opportunities available for registered attendees April 22, 2021 – Social media is the number one source of information today, but what happens when the information presented is wrong or misleading? Join Michelle Miller, better known as the Farm Babe, at…
Updated Sustainability Impact Report highlights continued commitment and improvement Sustainability remains a shared value between farmers, ranchers and consumers April 20, 2021 – Today, the Animal Agriculture Alliance released its updated “Sustainability Impact Report” in celebration of Earth Day and the animal agriculture community’s commitment to continuous improvement in environmental stewardship, animal care, responsible antibiotic use,…
2021 Virtual Summit preconference webinar series set to cover political affairs, how companies can support animal ag and more Register before rates increase April 16! April 13, 2021 – Live preconference webinars as part of the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2021 Virtual Stakeholders Summit are set to address opportunities in our nation’s capital and in statehouses…
Overcoming obstacles: farm security and legal updates to be provided at 2021 Virtual Summit Register before rates increase April 16! April 6, 2021 – Animal rights activists continue to create obstacles for farms, processing facilities, grocery stores, animal agriculture companies and others involved in the supply chain working to provide consumers with safe, affordable animal protein.…
Are you a farmer or rancher who would like a FREE registration to the 2021 Virtual Stakeholders Summit? Enter our photo/video contest!* Post a photo or video showing your farm’s resiliency and adaptability over the years on Instagram with the hashtag #AAA21 and tag the Animal Agriculture Alliance (@animalagalliance). Be sure to include a caption…
Rethink methane and change the narrative around animal agriculture and the environment at 2021 Virtual Summit Positioning animal agriculture as a climate change solution March 29, 2021 – Greenhouse gas emissions from livestock and the sustainability of our current food system are generating quite the media buzz, especially with the United Nations gearing up for…
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