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TXCommissioner of Agriculture

This office licenses hemp cultivation in Texas, so the two major-party nominees have both taken positions on hemp. They point in opposite directions. The three-term incumbent is not on the ballot, having lost his primary in March.

Nate SheetsRepublican
  • Said2025-10-15

    In a recorded video interview with The Texan, said the state hemp regulations left an opening for hemp-derived products that become intoxicating when heat is applied, said the original intention of hemp in Texas was its commercial and material uses, and said that as Commissioner he would close that opening.

    thetexan.news, brownwoodnews.com

  • Said2026-04-14

    Published a hemp policy page on his campaign site stating support for farmers growing hemp and adults consuming hemp products without undue interference from government or corporations, opposition to any corporation holding a monopoly on hemp production or processing, and support for fair and transparent labelling.

    claytontuckertx.com, web.archive.org

  • Said2026-06-04

    Appeared as the interview guest on a Texas hemp and cannabis industry podcast, discussing hemp farming, licensing costs and product labelling.

    youtube.com

Austin R. KellyLibertarian

No record compiled yet. Nominated at the Libertarian Party of Texas convention in April 2026. He has not held legislative office, so there are no roll calls to search. Checked his Libertarian Party profile, a San Antonio Report candidate profile, a Community Impact agriculture-commissioner questionnaire and local launch coverage; his stated platform is food freedom, agricultural deregulation and private land stewardship, with no hemp or THC position located.

All 3 candidates on this ballot are listed.