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The 2025 legislative sessions are still underway in most states, but several food-related laws have already been enacted, reflecting a dynamic shift in agricultural and food safety policies. These laws address a range of issues, from cottage foods an

In the face of escalating economic pressures, U.S. farmers and ranchers are grappling with a perfect storm of tariffs, soaring input costs, and financial distress. As these challenges mount, understanding borrower rights and distress loan servicing o

In the heart of the American agricultural landscape, family-owned farms stand as the backbone of the industry, accounting for a staggering 95 percent of U.S. farms and cultivating 84 percent of the land, according to the 2022 U.S. Census of Agricultu

The agricultural landscape is set to gain some invaluable insights this May, as the Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture, Wes Ward, prepares to deliver the keynote address at the 12th Annual Mid-South Agricultural and Environmental Law Conference. Ward,

On March 25, 2025, Utah Governor Spencer Cox signed House Bill 430 (HB 430) into law, further tightening the state’s restrictions on foreign purchases of real property. This amendment to Utah’s foreign ownership law is part of a broader trend sweepin

As March draws to a close, the National Agricultural Law Center (NALC) continues to be a beacon of reliable information and research in the realm of agricultural and food law. The center’s dedicated staff has been busy, providing valuable insights an

The 12th Annual Mid-South Agricultural and Environmental Law Conference is set to host a distinguished figure in American politics and law, former Governor Asa Hutchinson. The conference, scheduled for June 5-6 at the University of Memphis Cecil C. H

The National Agricultural Law Center (NALC) and the NASDA Foundation are set to co-host two significant conferences this year, offering a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities for professionals across various sectors. The 12th Annual Mid-S

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) producers have long benefited from the unique aspects of their business model, which allows consumers to fund the upcoming growing season in exchange for a share of the harvest. This structure helps mitigate risk

In the heart of the American West, a critical conversation is set to unfold, one that could reshape the way farmers and ranchers understand their constitutional rights. The 3rd Annual Western Water, Agricultural, and Environmental Law Conference, co-