To my beloved readers, It’s that time of year again when I shamelessly ask for votes. The American Bar Association (“ABA”) is accepting nominations for its 7th Annual “Blawg” (law blog) 100 list. In 2011, this blog made the Top 100 Blawg list (whoop!). In order for me to get on the list, I need my readers to take a …
Happy Fourth Year Anniversary to this Blog (and my law practice)
I hope my readers had a great Fourth of July. I just got back from the Berkshires. You can see some of my pictures on Instagram. Back to business.. I had a great first, second, and third anniversary for this blog, but I have to say – Year 4 has been the best. Thank you for support from my blog …
Overview of USDA Agriculture Marketing Service
I’m currently conducting a blog series where each week I give an overview of the responsibilities of a government agency regulating our food and agriculture system. I think it’s a helpful reminder for everyone on just how complex our regulatory system really is. It’s a game of Who’s Who for government players in the U.S. food and agriculture economy. The …
Protect Your Livestock Brand with Trademarks
I’m excited about the upcoming Fourth of July break. I’m heading up to Massachusetts for some R & R in the Berkshires. I recently wrote this article on trademark protection for livestock operations. You should take a moment and read it beachside or over a Fourth of July BBQ. Happy Fourth!
Texas Agriculture Law Blog
Attorney Tiffany Dowell with Texas A & M University (“TAMU”) Extension Education started a Texas agriculture law blog. Be sure to check it out and subscribe via email to new posts. You can also find some other great agriculture law blogs (including this one!) on the Resources page.
Overview of the National Agriculture Library
I’m currently conducting a blog series where each week I give an overview of the responsibilities of a government agency regulating our food and agriculture system. I think it’s a helpful reminder for everyone on just how complex our regulatory system really is. It’s a game of Who’s Who for government players in the U.S. food and agriculture economy. The …
Overview of the USDA Economic Research Service
I’m currently conducting a blog series where each week I give an overview of the responsibilities of a government agency regulating our food and agriculture system. I think it’s a helpful reminder for everyone on just how complex our regulatory system really is. It’s a game of Who’s Who for government players in the U.S. food and agriculture economy. The …
Overview of USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture
I’m currently conducting a blog series where each week I give an overview of the responsibilities of a government agency regulating our food and agriculture system. I think it’s a helpful reminder for everyone on just how complex our regulatory system really is. It’s a game of Who’s Who for government players in the U.S. food and agriculture economy. The …
CSA Agreements – Get Them In Writing
Although most CSA’s do not have a written contract, I highly suggest that farms have a simple CSA Agreement signed by the subscribers. Not only does it help secure payment terms, but the CSA Agreement should mitigate potential liability in the case of a food safety issue arising from the mishandling or misuse of the food product. It doesn’t have …
Overview of the USDA Food and Nutrition Service
I’m currently conducting a blog series where each week I give an overview of the responsibilities of a government agency regulating our food and agriculture system. I think it’s a helpful reminder for everyone on just how complex our regulatory system really is. It’s a game of Who’s Who for government players in the U.S. food and agriculture economy. The …
Listen to My Presentation on Starting an Agriculture & Environmental Law Practice
I had an opportunity to speak last month to the American Bar Association (“ABA”) Section on the Environment, Energy and Resources (“SEER”) to the Special Committees on Young Lawyers and Law Students on how I started an agriculture law practice in New York City. You can listen to the recording here. I’m again posting the slides below. The handouts from …
Speaking at the Ohio Agriculture Law Symposium
I’m super excited to be heading back to the Midwest in June – I will be presenting at the Ohio Agriculture Law Symposium June 23-24, 2013 at Cherry Valley Lodge in Newark, Ohio. On Sunday, June 23, 2013, I will be discussing “Strategies for Developing and Retaining Farm and Agri-Business Clients” along with the great Allen Olson from the Law …