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The agricultural sector is facing a pressing challenge: the successful transfer of farming operations from one generation to the next. As the average age of U.S. farmers continues to rise, the need for effective farm transition planning has never bee

In a groundbreaking move, Nestle announced in May 2024 the launch of a new food brand, Vital Pursuit, tailored specifically for users of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. This innovative development comes as the popularity of GLP-1 agonists, a class of medica

On June 21, 2024, the United States Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Texas v. New Mexico, No. 141, Orig, (2024), a case that has long simmered over the apportionment of water in the Rio Grande River. This ruling marks a significant chapter

In a landmark decision on June 27, 2024, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) issued its opinion in the case of Securities and Exchange Commission v. Jarkesy, 601 U.S. – (2024). The ruling has profound implications for the authority of adm

In a significant stride towards sustainable agriculture, Syngenta Biologicals and Intrinsyx Bio have announced a groundbreaking collaboration that promises to revolutionize nutrient management in farming. The partnership aims to introduce naturally o

Rural America faces a unique set of challenges, including geographic isolation and a declining population. To address these issues, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has established over 70 programs through its Rural Development agency. These

In a landmark decision on June 28, 2024, the United States Supreme Court overturned the longstanding precedent set by Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. (1984), fundamentally altering the landscape of federal agency autho

As June comes to a close, the National Agricultural Law Center (NALC) has once again demonstrated its commitment to providing valuable research and information in the fields of agricultural and food law. Throughout the month, the NALC staff has been

As the clock ticks towards the expiration of the 2018 Farm Bill, legislators in the House of Representatives and Senate have released three distinct proposals for the 2024 Farm Bill. These proposals, which are currently under consideration, address c

When most people hear the words “Farm Bill,” they generally wouldn’t think that the largest and most expensive title in the omnibus piece of legislation governing an array of agricultural and food programs is “Nutrition.” Yet, this title is crucial,