BROWNSVILLE, Texas (KXXV) — A Texas rancher was killed by an explosive device near Brownsville along the southern border this week.
Texas Department of Agriculture's Commissioner Sid Miller spoke on the incident online.
"I urge all Texas farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers who travel to Mexico or operate near the border to exercise extreme caution — the Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV) is a crucial part of Texas agriculture, and the safety of our agricultural community is of utmost importance," Miller said.
"We cannot overlook the rising violence that threatens not only lives but also the security of our farms, ranches, and rural communities."
Sid Miller is encouraging Texans in the agricultural industry to stay vigilant, remain aware of their surroundings, and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.
"Additionally, you can avoid dirt roads and remote areas, refrain from touching unfamiliar objects that could be explosive devices, limit travel to daylight hours, stay on main roads, and avoid cartel-controlled regions — our agriculture family is the backbone of Texas, and we must do everything we can to protect it," he said.
