Help us Promote Texas!

We know Texas is a great state offering everything from wineries in the Hill Country to camping in Big Bend, and we want you to help us capture the attractions that make our state a shining star. The Texas Department of Agriculture is still accepting submissions for the "Texas Is…" amateur video competition.

Winning videos will be used in a promotional campaign to publicize the appeal of Texas and boost tourism. The videos may be used in TDA marketing materials, social media sites and on the TDA website.

You can submit your video online, via e-mail or by mail. But hurry, the deadline for contest entries is Oct. 31, 2010. For complete contest details and submission instructions, visit
www.TexasAgriculture.gov. You can watch a video sample here:

Send us your video and help us brag about Texas.

Want to Brag About Texas? Now is Your Chance ... Tell Us What 'Texas Is …' to You!

My travels took me to Lubbock Tuesday where I proudly announced the "Texas Is…" amateur video competition to boost tourism in Texas. The announcement coincides with Texas Travel and Tourism Week, May 8-16. The contest invites all Texans to submit a one-minute video clip telling travelers and tourists why Texas is so near and dear to our hearts.

From our scenic beauty and wide-open spaces to cultural traditions and deep-rooted Texas pride, the Lone Star State gives us plenty to brag about. Whether your next getaway takes you to a Texas winery, beach, nature trail or backyard barbecue, capture it on film, digital recorder or cell phone, and tell us what Texas means to you.

If your video submission is chosen as a winner, your clip may be used in nationwide marketing materials, social media sites and on our website to promote Texas tourism.

For more details on this competition, visit www.TexasAgriculture.gov.