Sid Miller
Coverage of Sid Miller in the Nexus archive.
- Flesh-eating screwworm found in Texas calf as ranchers brace for possible spread
The New World Screwworm (NWS) has been confirmed in a Texas calf, prompting USDA action to prevent spread. Federal officials reported six cases by June 11, with measures including sterile male fly releases and quarantine zones. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller criticized the USDA's response, citing the pest's rapid advance from Mexico.
- A ‘MAGA Warrior’ Texas ag chief is publicly blasting the USDA over a flesh-eating pest threatening America’s beef supply
The New World screwworm fly, a flesh-eating parasite, has reemerged in Texas and New Mexico after six decades, threatening the cattle industry. Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller, a Trump loyalist, is criticizing the USDA's use of sterile insect release as an outdated method, advocating instead for bait and pesticides. The USDA's approach, which was key to eradicating the pest in the 1960s, aims to contain the outbreak by releasing sterile male flies to reduce the population.
- Texas ag commissioner slams federal government's response to screwworm threat
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller criticizes the federal government's response to the New World screwworm fly threat, escalating tensions with the Agriculture Department. Miller addresses the issue on 'The Daily Report'.
- Sid Miller at odds with screwworm response, agriculture commissioner candidates weigh in
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is in conflict with U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins over the state's response to a New World screwworm outbreak. The disagreement is influencing the approach to managing the agricultural threat.
- USDA rebukes Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller over screwworm comments
The USDA has rebuked Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller for his comments on screwworms, which could hinder efforts to prevent the parasite's establishment in Texas. Miller suggested ranchers might avoid reporting cases due to quarantine restrictions.
- USDA Secretary Rollins calls Texas ag chief 'unserious' amid screwworm threat
USDA Secretary Rollins criticized Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller as 'unserious' regarding a screwworm threat. Miller lost his bid for a fourth term in a March Republican primary, despite receiving Trump's endorsement.
- A flesh-eating cattle parasite is spreading in Texas as new far-flung screwworm cases are found
Two new cases of New World screwworm have been confirmed in Texas, with USDA efforts focused on eradicating the pest through sterile male fly programs. The parasite, which infests wounds of cattle and other animals, has led to debates over eradication methods, including a proposed poison bait opposed by some experts. Four confirmed cases have been identified, with scientists cautioning against overestimating the spread.
- Sid Miller to join Democratic nominee for agriculture commissioner at data center forum
Sid Miller and Democratic nominee Clayton Tucker will participate in a data center forum. Miller was defeated by Nate Sheets in the March Republican primary.