Tex.
Agric. Code Section 2.002
Findings
(1)
agriculture has been a critical element in the economic, cultural, and historical development of this state;(2)
the impact of agriculture in this state is declining, due to urbanization, economic changes, and changes in agriculture;(3)
the effects of those changes are not limited to rural areas and the agricultural community but affect citizens throughout the state, including those in urban areas;(4)
agriculture is a vital component of a diversified state economy and creates numerous businesses and job opportunities;(5)
agriculture is directly and substantially affected by factors beyond the control of the industry, including adverse weather conditions and changes in world commodity markets;(6)
agriculture renews the natural resources of this state through the annual production of crops and livestock; and(7)
to ensure that agriculture remains a vital force in this state, the state must assess the condition of agriculture and the role of state government and develop an agricultural policy to guide governmental actions.
Source:
Section 2.002 — Findings, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/AG/htm/AG.2.htm#2.002 (accessed Jun. 5, 2024).
