Right to farm and ranch set as Prop 1 on November ballot – Texas Farm Bureau
Right to farm and ranch set as Prop 1 on November ballot Texas Farm Bureau
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The Right to Farm and Ranch in Texas
The right to farm and ranch in Texas is set as Proposition 1 on the Nov. 7 General Election ballot.
The proposition is supported by Texas Farm Bureau (TFB).
Importance of Proposition 1
“It’s great to have a proposition number for the right to farm and ranch constitutional amendment. There are 14 propositions on the ballot, so it is very helpful to remind voters which proposition is the right to farm and ranch constitutional amendment,” TFB President Russell Boening said. “The proposition number will be an important part of messaging going forward as we promote this monumental opportunity to protect the future of Texas family farms and ranches.”
Proposition Details
On the ballot, Prop 1 will read:
- “The constitutional amendment protecting the right to engage in farming, ranching, timber production, horticulture, and wildlife management.”
Protecting the Future of Farming and Ranching
The constitutional amendment is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to protect farming and ranching and the future of food security in the state.
“Prop 1 isn’t about protecting the past. It’s about ensuring Texans’ access to safe and affordable food in the future,” Boening said.
Importance of Farming and Ranching in Texas
In Texas, about 97% of farms and ranches are owned and operated by families, and one in seven Texans has a job related to agriculture. That shows how vital farming and ranching are to a healthy Texas.
“The amendment protects all farmers and ranchers—large and small. Only responsible, normal day-to-day agricultural practices are protected, not practices employed by bad actors,” Boening said.
Preserving Land and Natural Resources
But the state loses over 240,000 acres of agricultural land each year to development, according to a recent study, making Prop 1 even more important. It ensures the land, natural resources, livestock, and wildlife are protected, too.
Voting and Conclusion
The proposition needs a majority vote to pass.
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SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | Target 2.4: Sustainable food production systems | – |
| SDG 15: Life on Land | Target 15.3: Land degradation neutrality | – |
| SDG 15: Life on Land | Target 15.9: Ecosystems and biodiversity protection | – |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- SDG 15: Life on Land
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- Target 2.4: Sustainable food production systems
- Target 15.3: Land degradation neutrality
- Target 15.9: Ecosystems and biodiversity protection
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
No indicators are mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets.
4. SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | Target 2.4: Sustainable food production systems | – |
| SDG 15: Life on Land | Target 15.3: Land degradation neutrality | – |
| SDG 15: Life on Land | Target 15.9: Ecosystems and biodiversity protection | – |
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Source: texasfarmbureau.org
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