Aiding Texas Farmers: The Urgency of New Legislation to Protect Agriculture

Agriculture in Texas has not just become a way of life but has also served as a cornerstone of the state’s economy.

Yet its land that has nourished generations of families is now threatened by a hidden danger—per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These chemicals that were once touted for their ability to resist water, fire, and oil have contaminated the soil and water that farmers depend on.

While PFAS are often linked to industrial areas, they have quietly made their way into Texas farms and have already damaged crops, harmed livestock, and put the future of agriculture at risk.