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In the heart of the Mid-South, an invisible lifeline courses beneath our feet, sustaining the region’s agricultural prowess and quenching the thirst of its communities. This lifeline is groundwater, and its significance cannot be overstated. As the a

In a landmark ruling that has sent shockwaves through the agricultural sector and beyond, the United States Supreme Court issued Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo in 2024, overturning the longstanding doctrine of Chevron deference. This decision,

In the heart of Arkansas, a crucial conversation is brewing, one that could shape the future of family farms across the state. The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is hosting a second succession planning meeting on April 14, aimi

In the evolving landscape of U.S. agricultural policy, Arkansas stands at the forefront of a growing trend to restrict foreign investments in land, particularly in the agricultural sector. Since January 2021, nearly every state has proposed legislati

The annual “Beer & BBQ” event is set to return on June 5, 2025, marking the start of the Mid-South Agricultural and Environmental Law Conference. This year, the event will be held at The Rendezvous in Memphis, Tennessee, with Peoples Company as the s

An Iowa lawmaker has recently proposed legislation that aims to restrict the types of food that can be purchased using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, sparking a conversation about the role of government in influencing diet

The National Agricultural Law Center (NALC) and Agri-Pulse Communications have joined forces to present a timely and critical webinar, “The Road Ahead: Agriculture, Trade, and Policy in a Changing World.” Scheduled for March 2025, this event will del

The third annual Western Water, Agricultural, and Environmental Law Conference is set to take place in Reno, Nevada, on June 19-20, 2025, offering a unique platform for discussions on critical issues affecting the Western United States. Co-hosted by

In a significant shift for environmental policy, the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) announced in late February 2025 that it would rescind all of its regulations. This move comes in compliance with a recent court decision that determined CEQ l

As February draws to a close, the National Agricultural Law Center (NALC) has been busy providing crucial updates and insights into the complex world of agricultural and food law. The center’s dedicated staff has been instrumental in disseminating tr