By The Texas Aquaculture Association
The Texas Aquaculture Association (TAA) is proud to announce its endorsement of Nate Sheets for Texas Agriculture Commissioner, citing his strong commitment to supporting Texas agriculture, rural communities, and the future of aquaculture in the state.
“As Texas agriculture continues to evolve, it is critical to have leadership that understands the importance of all sectors of our industry, including aquaculture,” said Brian Brawner, President of the Texas Aquaculture Association. “Nate Sheets recognizes the value of aquaculture to Texas’ economy, food supply and rural communities, and we believe he will be a strong advocate for producers across the state.”
The Texas aquaculture community contributes to food production, economic development and sustainable resource management throughout Texas. TAA members include producers of shrimp, oysters, redfish, catfish, tilapia, hybrid striped bass, crawfish, baitfish, sport fish and ornamental fish, as well as pond and lake managers, suppliers, researchers, students and other industry partners dedicated to advancing aquaculture and seafood production in the state.
TAA board members noted that Sheets’ focus on innovation, market development, regulatory consistency, research support, responsible resource management and rural economic growth aligns closely with the priorities of the Texas aquaculture industry. His sincere interest in ensuring the future of aquaculture has been demonstrated by his visits with TAA members, including most recently touring multiple farms in Palacios to learn more about its importance in Texas.
“We are proud to endorse Nate Sheets for Texas Agriculture Commissioner and look forward to working with him to strengthen opportunities for Texas agriculture and aquaculture,” Brawner added.
For more information about the Texas Aquaculture Association, please visit https://texasaquaculture.org.
About the Texas Aquaculture Association
The Texas Aquaculture Association is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and advancing the aquaculture industry in Texas through education, advocacy, and collaboration among producers and industry partners.
