Austin R. Kelly L
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Commissioner of Agriculture (Texas)
- Election Day
- November 3, 2026
- Party
- Libertarian
- Opponents
- 2
- Ballot status
- Certified by the Texas Secretary of State (source)
About Austin R.
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On the Ballot
- General Election
November 3, 2026 - Opponents
Nate Sheets (R)
Clayton Tucker (D)
In Austin R.'s Own Words
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Where Austin R. Stands on the Issues
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Documented positions
Proposes cutting state regulation of the hemp industry, cottage food production, and local meat processing.
“Aggressively cut the bureaucratic red tape surrounding the hemp industry, cottage food production, and local meat processing.”
Source: Austin R. Kelly for TX Ag Commissioner: Issues/Solutions · Checked September 28, 2026
Proposes publishing a review of existing research on brush control and water yield for landowners.
“My administration will compile, organize, and publish a transparent review of current scientific literature, giving Texans unfiltered access to the facts about brush control and water yield.”
Source: Austin R. Kelly for TX Ag Commissioner: Issues/Solutions · Checked September 28, 2026
Proposes a full audit of the Texas Department of Agriculture and lower operating costs and fees for farmers.
“Our goal is to cut TDA operating costs and pass those savings directly back to Texas farmers in the form of lower fees.”
Source: Austin R. Kelly for TX Ag Commissioner: Issues/Solutions · Checked September 28, 2026
Proposes eliminating licensing costs he says favor large agriculture companies over family farms.
“Eliminate pay-to-play licensing schemes that protect big corporate ag while crushing the family farm.”
Source: Austin R. Kelly for TX Ag Commissioner: Issues/Solutions · Checked September 28, 2026