Welcome to Ag Law in the Field! This is the inaugural episode of a new podcast designed to discuss all things agricultural law. Tiffany Lashmet, Extension Ag Law Specialist with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension, will serve as your host and has a variety of great guests lined up. From law students to…
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Join us for Episode #201 of the Ag Law in the Field Podcast as we delve into the exciting world of Agrivoltaics with special guest Hannes Zetzsche! Discover how solar energy and agriculture can not only coexist but thrive together, offering innovative solutions for sustainable land use and power generation. Don't miss this insightful conversation! Contact Info for Hannes Zetzsche Website Email: lhzetzsche@bairdholm.com Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Progressive Cattlemen Article Dish Downtown Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Today marks a very special milestone for us here at the podcast. We are incredibly excited and honored to bring you our 200th episode! To celebrate this momentous occasion, we have a truly unique and heartwarming conversation for you. Today, we're stepping away from our usual legal deep dives to bring you an interview with one of my favorite people, Lois Dowell, my Gran. This is an audio recording from a highschool project in 2002 and our family is so grateful that we were able to capture these memories. So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and join us for Episode #200 of Ag Law in the Field, featuring the wonderful Lois Dowell. You won't want to miss it! Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Episode #100 with Tiffany's Dad Gran's favorite candy recipe https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/article/2023/11/01/taste-family-tradition A couple of Gran stories https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/article/2019/06/01/one-dandy-scheme https://alwaysafarmkid.wordpress.com/2024/05/08/gran-and-her-reward/ Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
In this episode we are welcoming back Leah Davis to talk about an important estate planning issue. Before you leave land as an undivided interest, or inherit land titled this way, it is critical that you understand the concept of partition and how it can affect you and your land. Contact Info for Leah Davis Website Email: ldavis@bmwb-law.com Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Prior Podcasts by Leah Prior Podcast by Shannon Ferrell Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The topic of mental health is one that is near and dear to my heart. Because of that, we host podcast episodes each year related to this topic. To see a complete list of mental health-related episodes, click here. Today, we are thrilled to have Chelsey Byers with us to chat with us about dementia and agriculture. Chelsey has a vast array of experiences with this issue and offers practical tips and pointers for families navigating this challenging diagnosis. Contact Info for Chelsey Byers (Email) clbyers@illinois.edu (Website) https://extension.illinois.edu/staff/chelsey-byers Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Farm Families Coping with Dementia (FFCD) Study link - https://gpcah.public-health.uiowa.edu/dementia-educational/ Dementia Stats - https://dementiadatahub.org/explore-data/map.html What is Dementia - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s10iPESAHmI&t=1s Local Area Agency on Aging (AAA): In Texas, search by zip code here - https://resources.hhs.texas.gov/pages/find-services National Institute on Aging https://www.nia.nih.gov/ Alzheimer's Association – https://www.alz.org/Alz.org 10 signs of dementia - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/10_signs Seeking help - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/memory-loss-concerns Getting a diagnosis - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/diagnosis/medical_tests Current medications - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/treatments Legal documents and Alz - https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/financial-legal-planning/legal-documents Support groups - https://www.alz.org/help-support/community/support-groups Help line: https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Succession Planning: https://www.fbfs.com/learning-center/what-you-need-to-know-about-farm-succession-planning Having a conversation to stop driving - https://www.thehartford.com/resources/mature-market-excellence/family-conversations-with-older-drivers Referral systems and Community Services 211 – a one stop shop that offers referral to services relating to basic human needs, health insurance programs and employment supports: https://uwm211.org/ Find local services for older adults: https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx Local Services: https://acl.gov/ltc/basic-needs/finding-local-services National Institute on Aging resources: Advance Care Planning: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/advance-care-planning Long-term Care: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/long-term-care U.S Department of Veterans Affairs resources Dementia caregiving resources and safety: https://www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/pages/Alzheimers_and_Dementia_Care.asp VA Caregiver Support Program: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/ U of I Extension program - Communication challenges and strategies for helping people with dementia - When an individual has dementia, communication can be very difficult as the disease advances. Forgetfulness, agitation, repetition, and mood fluctuations can make interactions and caregiving stressful and frustrating, and many worry that they will say or do the wrong thing and make matters worse. Learn about common communication problems caused by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and strategies for better interactions and visits. Farm Hope is a program of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension & the Texas A&M Telehealth Institute offering free counseling services to any Texan involved in agriculture or their family members. Contact Dr. Mikaela Spooner for more information at 979-436-0700. Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
There has been a lot of buzz recently about the residual soil fertility tax deduction. We've got the facts and advice from two of the best in the business on this episode with Kristine Tidgren and Dario Arezzo! Before you purchase land or take a residual soil fertility deduction, this is a must-listen! Contact Info for Kristine Tidgren (Email) ktidgren@iastate.edu (Website) https://www.ageds.iastate.edu/people/kristine-tidgren Contact Info for Dario Arezzo (Email) dario.arezzo@farmcrediteast.com (Website) https://www.farmcrediteast.com/en/resources/meet-the-authors Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Considering the Residual Fertility Deduction Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
In this episode of the Ag Law in the Field Podcast, Judith McGeary delves into the intricacies of Texas Cottage Food Law. If you're a home baker, a small-scale food producer, or simply curious about the regulations surrounding selling homemade food in Texas, this episode is a must-listen. Contact Info for Judith McGeary (Email) Judith@farmandranchfreedom.org (Website) https://farmandranchfreedom.org/about/team/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Laboratory Services Requests for Official Determination on Food Regulations Texas Cottage Food Production House Bill 2952 Senate Bill 2099 Senate Bill 541 House Bill 520 House Bill 2588 Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance National Ag Law Center 50 State Compilation of Cottage Food Laws: FARFA Cottage Food Law page: More info on Texas Cottage Food Law: Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Understanding your property tax bill is crucial for any landowner, but what happens when you think it's wrong? In this episode, we dive into part two of this series on protesting your property taxes with Dr. Blake Bennett. Learn about the steps you need to take to challenge your assessment. Don't miss this essential information for Texas landowners! Contact Info for Blake Bennett (Email) b-bennett@tamu.edu (Phone) 972-952-9273 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Dr. Bennett previous podcasts Protesting Your Property Taxes: Part 1
Understanding your property tax bill is crucial for any landowner, but what happens when you think it's wrong? In this episode, we dive into the first part of a series on protesting your property taxes with Dr. Blake Bennett. Learn about the grounds for protest, the necessary documentation, and the steps you need to take to challenge your assessment. Don't miss this essential information for Texas landowners! Contact Info for Blake Bennett (Email) b-bennett@tamu.edu (Phone) 972-952-9273 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Dr. Bennett previous podcasts Special use property tax valuation Wildlife management property tax valuation Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Parks Brown is back with another new and emerging topic, pore space! Join in and listen as we walk through pore space and all the legal issues pertaining to it. Contact Info for Parks Brown (Email) pbrown@uhlfitzsimons.com (Website) http://uhlfitzsimons.com Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Previous podcast episodes Produced Water from Oil and Gas Companies Garcia's Mexican Food
Get ready to dive deep into the world of agricultural and environmental law! We're fortunate to have one of the nation's leading environmental lawyers joining us today. Brigit will provide an in-depth overview of the current legal landscape surrounding Dicamba, a topic of significant interest and debate within the agricultural industry. Contact Info for Brigit Rollins (Email) brollins@uark.edu (Phone) 707-494-3138 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Brigit's prior Dicamba podcast episode National Agricutlrual Law Center website Dicamba decision vacating label Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Two of our favorites are back! Jim Bradbury and Jesse Richardson join me to talk about the Final Ag Law Lessons we could all learn from the hit TV Series Yellowstone. Contact Info for Jim Bradbury (Email) jim@bradburycounsel.com (Website) http://bradburycounsel.com/ (Twitter) @jimbluewind Contact Info for Jesse Richardson (Email) jesse.Richardson@mail.wvu.edu (Phone) 304-293-9460 (Twitter) @jessejames8785 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Eminent Domain Conservation Easements Estate Planning Succession Planning Probate Inheritance Tax Capital Gains Tax Farm Animal Liability Act Will Workers' Compensation Prior Episodes with Jim Bradbury Prior Episodes with Jesse Richardson Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
It's that time again! My friend, Paul Goeringer, and I team up every December to record our Ag Law Year in Review episode for my Ag Law in the Field Podcast and Paul's Maryland Risk Management Education Podcast. This year, our list included lots of interesting topics...see if you agree with our top legal issues. Be sure to check out our resource list at the end of the podcast! You can find these linked below as well. Contact Info for Paul Goeringer (Email) lgoering@umd.edu (Twitter) @aglawpaul (Blog) http://agrisk.umd.edu/ (Podcast) https://marylandagpodcast.org/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Corporate Transparency Act Blogs Corporate Transparency Act Podcast Beef Cattle Electronic Tag Update Beef Cattle Electronic Tag Update Podcast Texas v. New Mexico Water Update Ag Law in the Field Podcast Texas Agriculture Law Blog Texas Agriculture Law YouTube AgRisk Library Southern Ag Today The National Agricultural Law Center Ohio Agricultural Law Blog Iowa State University - Cen ter for Agricultural Law & Taxation Dillon Law Blog Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
As we are closing in on the deadline for Pasture, Range, and Forage Insurance, we had Rachel Myers join us on the show today explaining all things related to "Rainfall Insurance". The deadline for 2025 sign-ups for PRF insurance is Dec. 1st! Contact Info for Rachel Myers (Email) (Website) Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show RMA PRF Decision Support Tool Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
With the increase in direct beef sales businesses, we asked Audra Smith to join us on the show today. Audra has a number of clients in the direct beef sales space. We walk through the legal considerations for producers interested in this type of business. Contact Info for Audra Smith (Email) (Website) Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Where's the Beef?: Legal and Economic Considerations for Direct Beef Sales Where's the Beef?: Legal and Economic Considerations for Direct Beef Sales - Workshop Where's the Beef?: Legal and Economic Considerations for Direct Beef Sales - Videos Current Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Warehousing Practice in Manufacturing, Packing, or Holding Human Food. Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Today on the show, Natalie Rainer, a partner and a member of the Health Care and FDA practice, joins us. Be sure to tune in and listen to Natalie discuss Proposition 65 and more! Contact Info for Natalie Rainer (Email) (Website) Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Previous Episodes with Nate Huff FTC - "Green Guides" Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Today on the show, another Ag Law Legend, Don Uchtmann, joins us! Be sure to tune in and listen to how Don became interested in ag law, where his career took him, and the advice he has for new and upcoming lawyers. Contact Info for Don Uchtmann (Email) (Website) Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show American Agricultural Law Association Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. In honor of that, we have Brian Reisinger on our Ag Law in the Field Podcast to talk about his family's story related to farm and ranch mental health. Brian is the author of a new book - "Land Rich, Cash Poor," which offers an interesting overview of the history and cause of the decrease in the number of farms cross the United States. Additionally, Brian wrote a powerful opinion piece in USDA Today discussing the mental health crisis facing America's agricultural producers. Above all, Brian's story is one of family, resilience, and hope. If you or someone you know is struggling, please remember, you are not alone. There is help available. There is hope, even in the darkness. Contact Info for Brian Reisinger (Twitter): BrianJReisinger Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show USA Today Opinion Piece: https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/voices/2024/09/02/america-farms-mental-health-agriculture/74981037007/ Land Rich, Cash Poor book: https://a.co/d/8GkUME5 Farmers Angel Network https://www.farmerangelnetwork.com/ National Ag Law Center List of Mental Health Resources https://nationalaglawcenter.org/center-publications/family/mentalhealth/ National Suicide Lifeline: 988 Agristress Helpline: https://www.agrisafe.org/agristress-helpline/ Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
This week we have Garrett Reed on the show. Garrett is in the agricultural law practice group at McAfee & Taft in Oklahoma City. We talk through the different types of common equine agreements, the importance of putting these agreements in writing, and some of the key contents that would be included in each agreement. Contact Info for Garrett Reed (Email) garrett.reed@mcafeetaft.com (Website) https://www.mcafeetaft.com/bios/garrett-j-reed/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Prior podcasts Progressive Cattlemen Article - Equine Agreements National Agricultural Law Center - State Compilations Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
The USDA has finalized a new rule related to electronic eartags for certain cattle crossing state lines. Chelsea Good from the Livestock Marketing Association joined me on the Ag Law in the Field Podcast to give us the rundown. Contact Info for Chelsea Good Email: cgood@lmaweb.com Phone: 816-305-9540 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Prior Podcast Episodes Interstate Livestock Traceability Final Rule Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
John Dillard, a Principal Attorney at OFW Law in Washington, DC, is on the show to help us walk through the recent USDA Regulations! Contact Info for John Dillard (Email) jdillard@ofwlaw.com (Phone) 202-518-6349 (Twitter) @DCAgLawyer (Website) https://www.ofwlaw.com/attorneys/john-g-dillard/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Prior John Dillard Podcasts Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Two of our favorite law professors are back! Jesse Richardson and Athony Schutz join me in discussing some of the decisions coming from the SCOTUS! Contact Info for Jesse Richardson (Email) jesse.Richardson@mail.wvu.edu (Phone) 304-293-9460 (Twitter) @jessejames8785 Contact Info for Anthony Schutz (Website) https://law.unl.edu/anthony-schutz/ (Twitter) https://twitter.com/anthony_schutz Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Prior Jesse Richardson Podcasts Prior Anthony Schutz Podcasts Duane Morris - Animal Law Development Blog AALA - American Agricultural Law Association Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Join us this week as we talk with Shane Kiefer, a Certified Wildlife Biologist and a Senior Property Tax Consultant. Shane is discussing all the things Small Acreage Ladowners should consider and be aware of when buying property. Info for Shane Kiefer Website Phone - 512-894-3479 Links to Other Topics Access to landlocked property/easements - Podcast Special Use Property Tax - Podcast Wildlife Management Property Tax Valuation - Podcast Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Join us this week as Greg Lehrmann discusses the dos and dont's of 1031 Exchanges and lots of examples of what can be done with future funds! Contact Info for Greg Lehrmann Email Website Links to Other Topics Prior Blog Posts on Capital Gains Prior Podcasts on Capital Gains Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Join us this week as we have frequent guests Shannon Ferrell and Dr. Bart Fischer return to the show! We are discussing our recent law review artricle looking at the unintended consequences of USDA payment limits on farm and ranch transition planning. Contact Info for Shannon Ferrell Email (Twitter) @shanferrell Website Contact Info for Dr. Bart Fischer Email Website Agricultural and Food Policy Center Links to Other Topics Past Podcasts with Shannon Past Podcast with Dr. Bart Fischer Law Review article Southern Ag Today article Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Grant Heinrich, a family farmer and agribusiness operator from the South Plains of Texas, shared his story in a powerful video focused on mental health and suicide in a farming family and community. Hear more about Grant's story and the impact the video had in this episode. Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Grant's video Prior podcast episodes on mental health Contact Info for Grant Heinrich grantheinrich1@gmail.com Contact Info for Miquela Smith Email Website Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas
Join us this week as we discuss Brine Mining with Josh Ellis. Listen in and learn what Brine Mining is and what all it entails and what area of the State this might be happening in soon! Contact Info for Josh Ellis Email Website Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, Texas Ranch Sales and AgTexas
Megan Houdeshel and Kayla Race from Dorsey and Whitney LLP join us this week to discuss recent climiate disclosure laws and regulations. We walk through new disclosure laws passed by California and the new disclosure rule issued by the SEC, and focus on how these laws may impact agriculture and agribusinsses. Shortly after we recordeded this episode, the SEC announced it will stay the implementation of its climate rule due to pending litigation. The SEC said it will “continue vigorously defending” the rule's validity in court, but believes that “justice so requires” a stay on the rule due to the ongoing litigation. Contact Info for Megan Houdeshel Email Website Contact Info for Kayla Race Email Website Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, Texas Ranch Sales and AgTexas
With tax season right around the corner, you do not want to miss this podcast! Join us as we check in with Paul Neiffer and discuss the Top 10 Farm Tax Considerations you should think about before filing you taxes. Contact Info for Paul Neiffer Blog Podcast Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, Texas Ranch Sales and AgTexas
As producers and landowners are picking up the pieces after the Panhandle wildfires, there are a number of resources available to help. This episode highlights those resources and provides infomration about how others who are interested can help in the recovery efforts. Dr. Bart Fischer from the Ag and Food Policy Center at Texas A&M University walks us through the various USDA programs for which those landowners and producers impacted by fires may qualify. Dr. Monty Dozier explains the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension efforts on the ground, including the livestock supply points. He also highlights ongoing needs for those who may wish to donate. Miquela Smith, MPH, reminds us of the importance of caring for our own mental health during this time and reminds us how important it is to watch out for our neighbors during this time. If anyone has questions or needs additional infomration or resources, please do not hesitate to contact me at tdowell@tamu.edu or 806-677-5600, our podcast guests (info below), or your local County Extension Agent. Contact Info for Dr. Bart Fischer Email Website Agricultural and Food Policy Center Contact Info for Dr. Monty Dozier Email Contact Info for Miquela Smith Email Website Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Texas A&M AgriLife Extension - Panhandle Wildfire Relief Resources Texas Agriculture Law Blog Post about Resources Prior podcast episode with Stephanie Fryer Texas FSA Offices Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, Texas Ranch Sales and AgTexas
This episode is one you do not want to miss! Listen in as repeat Garrett discusses his top 10 considerations for landowners when it comes to renewable energy leases! Contact Info for Garrett Couts Website Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Previous Podcast Episodes Solar Lease Podcast Wind Lease Podcast Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, Texas Ranch Sales and AgTexas
We've got one of the most knowlegable environmenal lawyers in the country here today to give us a rundown on some of the current legal issues imapcting agriculture and environmental law. We certainly had no shortage of topics to cover. As you will hear, there are a number of lawsuits related to pesticides around the country, including one that is moving so fast, we had to record an update a mere hour after we finished this episode! We also jump into the Clean Water Act to discuss where things stand with WOTUS and the County of Maui "functional equivalent test." Contact Info for Brigit Rollins (Email) brollins@uark.edu (Phone) 707-494-3138 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Brigit's prior Dicamba podcast episode National Agricutlrual Law Center website Dicamba decision vacating label Existing stocks order (issued 1 hour after podcast was recorded) EPA's new approach to ESA Section 7 consultation webinar information EPA press release on Chlorpyrifos Order denying motion to dismiss in pesticide antitrust litigation National Agricultural Law Center WOTUS Update Podcast about oral argument in County of Maui Blog post about EPA guidance and court decisions applying County of Maui Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit, AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, Texas Ranch Sales and AgTexas
On the show today we are welcoming back long time podcast guest, Amber Miller and first timer Ashley Pritle. Listen in as they discuss The Corporate Transparency Act and what is required of business entity owners moving forward! Contact Info for Amber Miller (Website) https://www.cdmlaw.com/attorneys/amber-s-miller/ (Email) amiller@cdmlaw.com (Twitter) https://twitter.com/BradyAmber Contact Info for Ashley Pirtle (Website) https://www.cdmlaw.com/attorneys/ashley-n-pirtle/ (Email) apirtle@cdmlaw.com (Twitter) https://twitter.com/BradyAmber Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Business Entity Considerations for Farms and Ranches Episode #5 Vinson and Elkins - The Corporate Transparency Act Vinson and Elkins - The Corporate Transparency Act - Subsidiary Exemption w
We have a great one for you today! Listen in as Robert Moore walks us through Long Term Care Considerations for Farm & Ranch Families! He has some excellent resources that we have linked below. It is never to early to start planning ahead. We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did! Contact Info for Robert Moore Email : moore.301@osu.edu Website Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Long Term Care in the Farm - Publication Long Term Care Cost Calculator Genworth Cost of Care Survey
We are kicking off 2024 with a bang! Damien Schiff and Timothy Bishop join us and discuss what it is like having a case in the Supreme Court and the two most recent cases they have had. Contact Info for Damien Schiff Website Contact Info for Timothy Bishop Email : tbishop@mayorbrown.com Website Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Previous National Pork Producers Council v. Ross podcasts Previous Sackett v. EPA podcasts Previous National Pork Producers Council v. Ross Blogs Previous Sackett v. EPA blogs
It's that time again! My friend Paul Goeringer and I team up every December to record our Ag Law Year in Review that is then released on both my Ag Law in the Field Podcast and Paul's Maryland Risk Management Education Podcast. This year, our list included lots of interesting topics...see if you agree with our top legal issues. Contact Info for Paul Goeringer (Email) lgoering@umd.edu (Twitter) @aglawpaul (Blog) http://agrisk.umd.edu/ (Podcast) https://marylandagpodcast.org/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Episode #137 - Jesse Richardson & Anthony Schutz (SCOTUS Ag Law Preview) Episode #150: Jim Bradbury (Biden WOTUS Rule) Blogs on WOTUS Episode #118 - Beth Rumley (Animal Confinement Statutes) Episode #154: Beth Rumley (National Pork Producers Council v. Ross) US Supreme Court will Hear Proposition 12 Challenge Blog Posts on Prop. 12 Episode #149: Jonathan Wood (Endangered Species Act) Brigit Rollins Blog Posts
This week on the podcast, we were able to sit down with numerous people from AALA discussing their conference experience. Interested in attending AALA conference next year? Interested in joining AALA? This podcast is for you! Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show American Agricultural Law Association
Today on the show, another Ag Law Legend and my friend, John Huffaker, joins us! Be sure to tune in and listen to how John became interested in Ag Law, where his career took him, and the advice he has for new and upcoming lawyers. Contact Info for John Huffaker (Email) dodgerhuff@gmail.com Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show State Bar of Texas Huffaker CLE
Ryann Glen and Amanda Wall join us on the show today as we discuss all things "Ag Gag"! Listen in as they discuss the various states and the different "Ag Gag" laws surrounding them. Contact Info for Ryann Glenn (Email) RYANN.GLENN@HUSCHBLACKWELL.COM (Website) https://www.huschblackwell.com/professionals/ryann-glenn (Phone) 402.964.5220 Contact Info for Amanda Wall (Email) AMANDA.WALL@HUSCHBLACKWELL.COM (Website) https://www.huschblackwell.com/professionals/amanda-wall (Phone) 402.964.5216 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show White Paper US v. Alvarez:
Parks Brown is back on the show this week discussing a new and emerging topic! Join in and listen as we walk through carbon capture with sequestration pipelines and wells! Contact Info for Parks Brown (Email) pbrown@ufjbwlaw.com (Website) http://ufjbwlaw.com/f-parks-brown/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Previous podcast episodes
For National Farm Safety and Health Week we sat down and talked with Dr. Josie Rudolphi! Dr. Rudolphi is an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois whose main research topics include Agricultural Safety and Mental Health. Listen in as she discusses some tips and tricks and great programs that are in the works in the Northern States. Contact Info for Dr. Josie Rudolphi - Email: josier@illinois.edu - Website: Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Farm Safety's Power Couple Previous podcasts
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Each year, Tiffany records a podcast in honor of this topic, and this year, her guest is Paul Moya. Tiffany and Paul, with their combined academic knowledge and personal experiences, unravel the complexities of mental health issues, especially in rural settings, shedding light on a topic often overshadowed by urban-centric narratives. Their expertise and connection to the rural heartland make their commentary both deeply insightful and profoundly relatable. Paul and Tiffany capably guide their listeners from the depths of the issue to the pinnacles of potential solutions, providing both a sense of hope and actionable direction. Contact Info for Paul Moya - Email: paul@paulmoya.com - Website: https://paulmoya.com/#home Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Ted Matthews Episode Previous Episodes 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Phone - 988
This week we talked with Ag Law Legend Drew Kershen! Listen in as he walks us through the exciting things he got to accomplish over his career and how American Agricultural Law Association played a part in that! Contact Info for Drew Kershen - Email: dkershen@ou.edu - Website: http://www.law.ou.edu/directory/drew-kershen Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show American Agricultural Law Association 2023 Annual Educational Symposium
Our friend J Pete Laney is back for a Texas Legislature Recap as has become tradition. J Pete and I talk through several key bills related Texas Agriculture as well as some bills that did not pass. It's always fun to chat with J Pete and get his on-the-ground knowledge about what's going on in Austin. Contact Info for J Pete Laney (website) http://www.jpetelaneylaw.com/ (phone) 512-473-0404 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Right to Farm Statute - Blog Post Amendments to the Right to Farm Statute HB 1750 HB 2308 HB 2947 Constitutional Amendment protecting the right to engage in farming, ranching, timber production, horticulture, and wildlife management HJR 126 Relating to limitation of certain liability of owners, lessees, and occupants of land in connection with livestock and agricultural land HB 73 A program to compensate landowners for property damage caused by certain criminal activities SB 1133 Labeling of analogue and cell-cultured products SB 664 Use of certain weapons in or on the bed or bank of a navigable river or stream; providing a penalty SB 1236 Eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer to a surviving spouse HB 2354 Late applications for the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following the death of the owner of the land SB 1191 Burden of proof in certain ad valorem tax appeals HB 2488 Creation of a specialty trial court to hear certain cases; authorizing fees HB 19 Bills that did NOT pass Purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain aliens or foreign entities SB 147 Prohibiting contracts or other agreements with certain foreign-owned companies in connection with agricultural land SB 552 Certain property interests of a foreign government in agricultural land HB 1075 Permitting of renewable energy generation facilities by the Public Utility Commission of Texas; authorizing fees SB 624 HB 3707 Ownership of the pore space underlying the surface of land and to the use of that space for the geologic storage of carbon dioxide; authorizing a fee HB 4484 Criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit HB 5052 Requiring state contractors, political subdivisions of this state, and private employers to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify SB 1621
Contact info for Bryan Davis (Email) bryan.davis@ag.tamu.edu (Phone) 830-303-3889 (Website) https://guadalupe.agrilife.org/ Contact info for Cassie Gresham (Email) cgresham@braungresham.com (Phone) 512-894-5426 (Website) https://braungresham.com/ Contact info for Jim Bradbury (Email) jim@bradburycounsel.com (Website) http://bradburycounsel.com/ (Twitter) @jimbluewind Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Cassie's Prior Podcast Appearances Jim's Prior Podcast Appearances Recreational Use Statute Agritourism Act Farm Animal Liability Act Texas Limited Liability Statutes Landowner Liability Statutes
Interested in Law School? You do not want to miss this episode! Listen in as talk about law school and everything that it contains. Contact Info for Kara Blanchard (Email) kara.blanchard@drake.edu Contact Info for Carol Suzuki (Email) suzuki@law.unm.edu (Website) https://lawschool.unm.edu/faculty/suzuki/index.html Contact Info for Garret Reed (Email) garrett.reed@mcafeetaft.com (Website) https://www.mcafeetaft.com/bios/garrett-j-reed/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show The Law School Admission Council Credential Assembly Service The University of New Mexico School of Law Drake University Law School Texas Tech University School of Law The University of Oklahoma College of Law Episode #53: Advice for Potential Law Students
Ever wonder what a TSCRA Special Ranger does?!? Join us as Joey Aguilar shares some of his stories and tips from being a TSCRA Special Ranger! Contact Info for Joey Aguilar (Phone) 956-515-0297 (Website) https://tscra.org/district29/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Second Edition Five Strands Owning Your Piece of Texas Ranchers Agricultural Leasing Handbook Owning Your Piece of Texas - Online Course
Two of our favorite law professors are back! Jesse Richardson and Anthony Schutz join me to give us an overview of the ruling in the Sackett v. EPA. Contact Info for Jesse Richardson (Email) jesse.Richardson@mail.wvu.edu (Phone) 304-293-9460 (Twitter) @jessejames8785 Contact Info for Anthony Schultz (Website) https://law.unl.edu/anthony-schutz/ (Twitter) https://twitter.com/anthony_schutz Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Supreme Court Decision Turtles all the way down article Prior Podcasts Jesse Richardson Prior Podcasts for Anthony Schutz SCOTUS Ag Law Preview Clean Water Act
California's Proposition 12 hearing has reached a ruling. Beth Rumley, Senior Staff Attorney at the National Agricultural Law Center joined me to explain what the rulings were and when they go into effect. Contact info for Beth Rumley (Email) erumley@uark.edu (National Ag Law Center Twitter) https://twitter.com/nataglaw Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Beth's prior podcast episode on animal confinement Beth's prior podcast episode on slaughter laws National Agricultural Law Center website Beth's latest blog article Texas Agriculture Law Blogs on Prop. 12 Prop. 12 Opinion
Access to Property and Landlocked Property is one of the topics that comes with the most questions. Be sure to listen in as Cassie Gresham talks to us about access to property and landlocked property myth-busting! Contact info for Cassie Gresham (Email) cgresham@braungresham.com (Phone) 512-894-5426 (Website) https://braungresham.com/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Episode 28 - Easements and Land Locked Property Episode 75 - Special Use Property Tax Valuation Easements Blog - Texas Agriculture Law Blog
Water Laws in Texas can be more complicated than you realize. Selling land with Water Rights? Leasing Water Rights from someone? Join us as Jason Hill covers these questions and more when it comes to Water Law in Texas. Contact info for Jason Hill (Phone) 512-806-1060 (Website) https://jthill.com/ Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Water Law FAQ Part 1 Texas Surface Water Law Interstate Water Wars at the Supreme Court Unanimous US Supreme Court: United States Can Participate as Party in Texas v. New Mexico Public Right of Use for Texas Waterways
Have questions about Carbon Markets? Interested in learning more about the Carbon Industry? You do not want to miss this episode! Listen as Dr. Jordan Shockley explains what the Carbon Industry is and where we can go for more information. Contact info for Jordan Shockley (Email) jordan.shockley@uky.edu (Twitter) @Shock_N_AgMgmt Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Additional Carbon Contracts Podcasts Blog Posts on Carbon Contracts Should I Sell Carbon Credits? - Publication Carbon Markets 101 - Publication What is the Driving Force Behind Carbon Programs - Publication Carbon Programs for Woodland Owners in Kentucky - Publication