Ag Law in the Field

Ag Law in the Field

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  Long-time podcast listeners will know that this is an extremely important topic to me, and we recognize this each year with a podcast episode related to agriculture and mental health.  This year, I am joined by my friend, Ty Koonce, who talks to us about the new non-profit organization he is launching, Under the Hat, related to mental health in agriculture.  Ty shares what he has seen in his role as a loan officer at an agricultural bank here in Texas, and shares the story of losing his father to suicide.  I am incredibly grateful to...

Ag Law in the Field

I'm excited to welcome my friend, Ross Pifer, from Penn State University Dickinson School of Law to the show.  Ross and I are chatting about the right to repair.  What is controversial about the right to repair?  Why is this such a concern for agriculture?  What should we know about the recent John Deere settlement?  Ross helps answer these questions and more!   Contact Info for Ross Pifer -   Topics Mentioned in the Show - - - - - - - - Ag Law Resources - - - - - Sponsors  

Ag Law in the Field

She's back!  For a third time, National Agriculrual Law Center Staff Attorney, Brigit Rollins, joins us to give us an update on Dicamba.  You may be aware that the Environmental Protection Agency recently approved three over-the-top Dicamba products for use in cotton and soybeans.  We talk about the history of the Dicamba registrations and litigation, what we restrictions are in place under the new labels, and what we know about the new litigation already filed challenging these registrations.   Contact Info for Brigit (Email)  (Phone) 707-494-3138   Links to...

Ag Law in the Field

I had so much fun chatting with Chip English, a dairy industry lawyer based in Washington, DC.  Chip shares his unique childhood, the story of his career, and his advice for younger attorneys.  You don't want to miss this episode!   Contact Information for Chip English Email address: chipenglish@dwt.com   Links to Other Topics Mentioned   

Ag Law in the Field

I cannot tell you how many questions I've gotten about legal issues surrounding data centers on rural land.  Chris Nichols, an attorney who has worked on these deals in a number of different capacities, joined me to chat about the various legal issues that arise, questions folks should be asking, and what the future might look like when it comes to data centers.   Contact Info for Chris Nichols Phone: 806-771-1850   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show    Thank you to our 2026 Podcast Sponsors!

Ag Law in the Field

It would not be the holiday season without our Ag Law Year in Review podcast episode.  My friend, Paul Goeringer, joins me to talk through our list of top ten ag law issues for 2025.   Contact Info for Paul: (Email)  lgoering@umd.edu (Twitter)  @aglawpaul (Blog)    (Podcast)      Topics Mentioned on the Show: episode with Dr. Justin Benavidez on air emissions reporting exemption for livestock and poultry operations   Sponsors

Ag Law in the Field

I heard Misty Wilson Borkowski speak at the recent American Agricultural Law Association Conference, and I immediately knew we needed to have her on the podcast.  She joins me today to talk about how farms, ranches, and agribusinesses can prepare for immigration enforcement. Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Restaurant recommendation:  , Little Rock, AR How to keep up with ag law news: ; farm association publications;   Podcast Sponsors ,   , ,  , , and   

Ag Law in the Field

In this episode, I welcome back Garrett Couts to unpack the often-confusing world of rights of first refusal and option agreements in agricultural land transactions. Whether you’re buying, selling, or leasing property, understanding these legal tools can make a big difference in protecting your interests and planning for the future. Tune in to learn what these terms really mean, how they’re used in farm and ranch deals, and what to watch out for before signing on the dotted line.   Contact Info for Garrett Couts   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show   Podcast...

Ag Law in the Field

In this episode, one of our favorites, Jim Bradbury is back, and he also brought special guest Lynn Sherman in to discuss the latest updates and developments in Texas groundwater law. From recent court cases to evolving management strategies, this conversation dives into the complexities of water rights, groundwater conservation districts, and how changing legal landscapes affect landowners, agricultural producers, and rural communities across the state. Contact Info for Lynn Sherman Contact Info for Jim Bradbury      (Twitter) @jimbluewind   Links to Topics...

Ag Law in the Field

This episode dives into one of the most important steps in any land purchase: due diligence. Guest Audra Rod Smith joins the conversation to share practical tips and legal insights on what buyers (and sellers) need to know before closing a deal. 🎧 Tune in to learn how to approach land transactions with confidence and make sure you’ve done your homework before signing on the dotted line.   Contact Info for Audra Smith   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show (Audra's restaurant recommendation)   Podcast Sponsors ,   , ,  , , and  ...