Ag Law in the Field

Jesse Richardson, a law professor renowned for his insights on legal decisions, and Anthony Schutz, who specializes in Supreme Court rulings, delve into significant recent rulings from the Supreme Court. They discuss the ramifications of cases affecting agricultural law, including the Loper Brights Enterprises decision and the implications for the Chevron doctrine. The ongoing legal battles over water rights in the Rio Grande and how recent rulings are reshaping perceptions of federal authority also take center stage, providing listeners with a compelling overview of current legal challenges.

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 landowners 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 how a 1031 might be useful in various circumstances.   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. This is a new issue in Texas and Josh gives us the scoop on where it is occurring and what landowners need to know.  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 episode! Join us as we check in with Paul Neiffer and discuss the Top 10 farm tax xonsiderations you should think about before filing your 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 information 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 information 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  Garrett Couts, a Lubbock-based attorney, 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