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Ag Law in the Field

178 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 53 ratings

Welcome to Ag Law in the Field! This is the inaugural episode of a new podcast designed to discuss all things agricultural law. Tiffany Lashmet, Extension Ag Law Specialist with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension, will serve as your host and has a variety of great guests lined up. From law students to seasoned attorneys, to lawyers with experience in international firms, to folks who hung out their own shingle in Small Town America...we plan to visit with them all and discuss their thoughts, experiences, and interests related to agricultural law.

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Episode #175 - Megan Houdeshel & Kayla Race (Climate Disclosure Laws and Regulations)

April 11, 2024 12:00 - 45 minutes - 83.2 MB

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 ...

Episode #174: Paul Neiffer (Top 10 Farm Tax Considerations)

March 28, 2024 12:00 - 45 minutes - 84.2 MB

With tax season right around the corner, you do not want to miss this podcast! Join us as we check in with Paul Neiffer and discuss the Top 10 Farm Tax Considerations you should think about before filing you 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  

Episode #173: Dr. Bart Fischer, Dr. Monty Dozier, and Miquela Smith (The Panhandle Wildfire Aftermath: Programs & Resources)

March 10, 2024 15:19 - 1 hour - 125 MB

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 t...

Episode #172: Garrett Couts (Top 10 Renewable Energy Lease Considerations for Landowners)

February 29, 2024 13:00 - 51 minutes - 96.3 MB

This episode is one you do not want to miss! Listen in as repeat Garrett 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 Ranc...

Episode #171 - Brigit Rollins (Environmental Law Update)

February 15, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 117 MB

We've got one of the most knowlegable environmenal lawyers in the country here today to give us a rundown on some of the current legal issues imapcting agriculture and environmental law.  We certainly had no shortage of topics to cover.  As you will hear, there are a number of lawsuits related to pesticides around the country, including one that is moving so fast, we had to record an update a mere hour after we finished this episode!  We also jump into the Clean Water Act to discuss where th...

Episode #170 - Amber Miller and Ashley Pirtle (Corporate Transparency Act Reporting)

February 01, 2024 13:00 - 33 minutes - 61.8 MB

On the show today we are welcoming back long time podcast guest, Amber Miller and first timer Ashley Pritle. Listen in as they discuss The Corporate Transparency Act and what is required of business entity owners moving forward!   Contact Info for Amber Miller (Website) https://www.cdmlaw.com/attorneys/amber-s-miller/  (Email) [email protected]  (Twitter) https://twitter.com/BradyAmber    Contact Info for Ashley Pirtle (Website) https://www.cdmlaw.com/attorneys/ashley-n-pirt...

Episode #169 - Robert Moore (Long Term Care Considerations for Farm & Ranch Families)

January 18, 2024 13:00 - 41 minutes - 75.9 MB

We have a great one for you today! Listen in as Robert Moore walks us through Long Term Care Considerations for Farm & Ranch Families! He has some excellent resources that we have linked below. It is never to early to start planning ahead. We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did!    Contact Info for Robert Moore Email : [email protected] Website   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Long Term Care in the Farm - Publication Long Term Care Cost Calculator  Genworth C...

Episode #168 - Damien Schiff and Timothy Bishop (US Supreme Court Advocates for Agriculture)

January 04, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 124 MB

We are kicking off 2024 with a bang! Damien Schiff and Timothy Bishop join us and discuss what it is like having a case in the Supreme Court and the two most recent cases they have had.  Contact Info for Damien Schiff Website    Contact Info for Timothy Bishop Email : [email protected] Website   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Previous National Pork Producers Council v. Ross podcasts Previous Sackett v. EPA podcasts Previous National Pork Producers Council v...

Episode #167 - Paul Goeringer (2023 Ag Law Year in Review)

December 07, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 89.8 MB

It's that time again!  My friend Paul Goeringer and I team up every December to record our Ag Law Year in Review that is then released on both my Ag Law in the Field Podcast and Paul's Maryland Risk Management Education Podcast. This year, our list included lots of interesting topics...see if you agree with our top legal issues. Contact Info for Paul Goeringer (Email)  [email protected] (Twitter)  @aglawpaul (Blog)  http://agrisk.umd.edu/  (Podcast)  https://marylandagpodcast.org/...

Episode #166: Live from AALA

November 16, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 54.8 MB

This week on the podcast, we were able to sit down with numerous people from AALA discussing their conference experience. Interested in attending AALA conference next year? Interested in joining AALA? This podcast is for you!    Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show American Agricultural Law Association    

Episode #165: John Huffaker (Ag Law Legends)

November 02, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 75 MB

Today on the show, another Ag Law Legend and my friend, John Huffaker, joins us! Be sure to tune in and listen to how John became interested in Ag Law, where his career took him, and the advice he has for new and upcoming lawyers.     Contact Info for John Huffaker (Email) [email protected] Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show State Bar of Texas Huffaker CLE    

Episode #164: Ryann Glenn and Amanda Wall ("Ag Gag" Statutes and Litigation)

October 19, 2023 12:00 - 48 minutes - 89.3 MB

Ryann Glen and Amanda Wall join us on the show today as we discuss all things "Ag Gag"! Listen in as they discuss the various states and the different "Ag Gag" laws surrounding them.    Contact Info for Ryann Glenn (Email) [email protected] (Website) https://www.huschblackwell.com/professionals/ryann-glenn (Phone) 402.964.5220   Contact Info for Amanda Wall (Email) [email protected] (Website) https://www.huschblackwell.com/professionals/amanda-wall...

Episode #163: Parks Brown (Carbon Capture & Sequestration Pipelines & Wells)

October 05, 2023 11:45 - 1 hour - 144 MB

Parks Brown is back on the show this week discussing a new and emerging topic! Join in and listen as we walk through carbon capture with sequestration pipelines and wells!   Contact Info for Parks Brown (Email) [email protected] (Website) http://ufjbwlaw.com/f-parks-brown/    Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Previous podcast episodes  

Episode #162: Dr. Josie Rudolphi (National Farm Safety & Health Week)

September 21, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 78.2 MB

For National Farm Safety and Health Week we sat down and talked with Dr. Josie Rudolphi! Dr. Rudolphi is an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois whose main research topics include Agricultural Safety and Mental Health. Listen in as she discusses some tips and tricks and great programs that are in the works in the Northern States.    Contact Info for Dr. Josie Rudolphi - Email: [email protected] - Website:  Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Farm Safety's Power ...

Episode #161: Paul Moya (Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: The Science Behind the Greatest Epidemic in Rural America))

September 07, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 153 MB

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.  Each year, Tiffany records a podcast in honor of this topic, and this year, her guest is Paul Moya. Tiffany and Paul, with their combined academic knowledge and personal experiences, unravel the complexities of mental health issues, especially in rural settings, shedding light on a topic often overshadowed by urban-centric narratives. Their expertise and connection to the rural heartland make their commentary both deeply insightful and profou...

Episode #160: Drew Kershen (Ag Law Legends)

August 24, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 87.6 MB

This week we talked with Ag Law Legend Drew Kershen! Listen in as he walks us through the exciting things he got to accomplish over his career and how American Agricultural Law Association played a part in that!   Contact Info for Drew Kershen - Email: [email protected] - Website: http://www.law.ou.edu/directory/drew-kershen Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show American Agricultural Law Association 2023 Annual Educational Symposium             

Episode #159: J.Pete Laney (2023 Texas Legislative Session Recap)

August 10, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 99.8 MB

Our friend J Pete Laney is back for a Texas Legislature Recap which has become a tradition.  J Pete and I talk through several key bills related Texas Agriculture as well as some bills that did not pass.  It's always fun to chat with J Pete and get his on-the-ground knowledge about what's going on in Austin. Contact Info for J Pete Laney (website) http://www.jpetelaneylaw.com/ (phone) 512-473-0404 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Right to Farm Statute - Blog Post Amendments...

Episode #158: Bryan Davis, Cassie Gresham, and Jim Bradbury (How Hill Country Landowners Can Prepare for the Eclipse)

July 27, 2023 16:00 - 55 minutes - 103 MB

  Contact info for Bryan Davis (Email) [email protected] (Phone) 830-303-3889 (Website) https://guadalupe.agrilife.org/   Contact info for Cassie Gresham (Email) [email protected] (Phone) 512-894-5426 (Website) https://braungresham.com/   Contact info for Jim Bradbury (Email) [email protected]  (Website) http://bradburycounsel.com/ (Twitter) @jimbluewind   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Cassie's Prior Podcast Appearances Jim's Pr...

Episode #157: So You Want to go to Law School

July 06, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 287 MB Video

Interested in Law School? You do not want to miss this episode! Listen in as we talk about law school and everything that it contains.    Contact Info for Kara Blanchard (Email) [email protected]  Contact Info for Carol Suzuki (Email) [email protected] (Website) https://lawschool.unm.edu/faculty/suzuki/index.html Contact Info for Garret Reed  (Email) [email protected] (Website) https://www.mcafeetaft.com/bios/garrett-j-reed/  Links to Topics Mentioned on...

Episode #156: Joey Aguilar (Stories and Tips from a TSCRA Special Ranger)

June 22, 2023 12:00 - 49 minutes - 91.5 MB

Ever wonder what a TSCRA Special Ranger does?!? Join us as Joey Aguilar shares some of his stories and tips from being a TSCRA Special Ranger!   Contact Info for Joey Aguilar  (Phone) 956-515-0297 (Website)  https://tscra.org/district29/    Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Second Edition Five Strands Owning Your Piece of Texas Ranchers Agricultural Leasing Handbook Owning Your Piece of Texas - Online Course  

Episode #155: Jesse Richardson and Anthony Schutz (Sackett v. EPA)

June 08, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 115 MB

Two of our favorite law professors are back!  Jesse Richardson and Anthony Schutz join me to give us an overview of the ruling in the Sackett v. EPA.   Contact Info for Jesse Richardson (Email)  [email protected] (Phone) 304-293-9460 (Twitter)  @jessejames8785   Contact Info for Anthony Schultz (Website) https://law.unl.edu/anthony-schutz/  (Twitter) https://twitter.com/anthony_schutz    Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Supreme Court Decision Turtl...

Episode #154: Beth Rumley (National Pork Producers Council v. Ross)

May 25, 2023 20:54 - 39 minutes - 73.6 MB

California's Proposition 12 hearing has reached a ruling.  Beth Rumley, Senior Staff Attorney at the National Agricultural Law Center joined me to explain what the rulings were and when they go into effect.    Contact info for Beth Rumley (Email) [email protected] (National Ag Law Center Twitter)  https://twitter.com/nataglaw   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Beth's prior podcast episode on animal confinement Beth's prior podcast episode on slaughter laws National Ag...

Episode #153: Cassie Gresham (Access to Property/ Landlocked Property Myth-busting)

April 27, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 99.7 MB

Access to Property and Landlocked Property is one of the topics that comes with the most questions. Be sure to listen in as Cassie Gresham talks to us about access to property and landlocked property myth-busting!   Contact info for Cassie Gresham (Email) [email protected] (Phone) 512-894-5426 (Website) https://braungresham.com/   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Episode 28 - Easements and Land Locked Property  Episode 75 - Special Use Property Tax Valuation ...

Episode #152: Jason Hill (Water Law FAQs Part 2)

April 13, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 158 MB

Water Laws in Texas can be more complicated than you realize. Selling land with Water Rights? Leasing Water Rights from someone? Join us as Jason Hill covers these questions and more when it comes to Water Law in Texas.    Contact info for Jason Hill (Phone) 512-806-1060 (Website) https://jthill.com/   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Water Law FAQ Part 1 Texas Surface Water Law Interstate Water Wars at the Supreme Court Unanimous US Supreme Court: United States Ca...

Episode #151: Dr. Jordan Shockley (Carbon Markets)

March 30, 2023 12:00 - 46 minutes - 85.1 MB

Have questions about Carbon Markets? Interested in learning more about the Carbon Industry? You do not want to miss this episode! Listen as Dr. Jordan Shockley explains what the Carbon Industry is and where we can go for more information.    Contact info for Jordan Shockley  (Email) [email protected]  (Twitter) @Shock_N_AgMgmt     Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Checklist for evaluating and negotiating a carbon contract  Additional Carbon Contracts Podcasts B...

Episode #150: Jim Bradbury (Biden WOTUS Rule)

March 16, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 68.5 MB

Jim Bradbury, one of our favorites, is back again on our podcast! Listen in as he discusses the changes to the WOTUS rule made under the Biden administration   Contact info for Jim Bradbury (Email) [email protected]  (Website) http://bradburycounsel.com/ (Twitter) @jimbluewind   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Jim's Prior Podcast Appearances Overview of Biden WOTUS Rule Jesse Richardson and Anthony Schultz - SCOTUS Ag Law Preview ND Complaint    

Episode #149: Jonathan Wood (Endangered Species Act)

March 02, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes - 88 MB

Join us as Jonathan Wood walks us through the Endangered Species Act along with some of the laws and regulations that go with it.    Contact info for Jonathan Wood   (Email) [email protected] (Website) PERC   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show PERC Yellowstone Publications PERC Articles by Jonathan  Dusky Gopher Frog Blog Article Lesser Prairie Chicken Blog Article    

Episode #148: Micah Brown (Foreign Ag Land Ownership)

February 16, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 64 MB

Join us as Micah Brown walks us through Foreign Ag Land Ownership Laws that are being passed and considered in Texas and around the Country.   Contact info for Micah Brown  (Email) [email protected]  (Website) The National Agricultural Law Center    Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Previous National Agricultural Law Center Guests    

Episode 147: Gerry Beyer - Celebrity Estate Planning

February 02, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 104 MB Video

Wills are important no matter who you are. Listen as we discuss celebrities wills and estates.  Contact Info for Gerry Beyer  Texas Tech School of Law  Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Gerry Beyer Blog  Priscilla Presley  Ivana Trump Kobe Bryant  Chadwick Boseman  Prior podcasts on estate planning: Episode 140  Episode 69 Episode 65 Episode 8  Episode 146 Episode 53 Episode 40 Episode 126 Episode 13 Episode 73  

Episode #146: Garrett Couts (Ancillary Probate)

January 19, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 68.3 MB

The probate process is something that is a bit confusing and even more confusing can be ancillary probate. Garrett Cout is here today to explain what ancillary probate is and help walk us through different siutations when it comes to ancillary probate. Contact Info for Garrett Couts (Website)   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Episode #73 - Transfer on Death Deeds V. Lady Bird Deeds Transferring Property Prior to Death Probate Blogs Episode #40 Texas Probate Process  ...

Episode #145: Jesse Richardson and Jim Bradbury (Ag Law Lessons from Yellowstone)

January 05, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 129 MB

Two of our favorites are back and this episode is packing a punch! Jim Bradbury and Jesse Richardson join me to talk about Ag Law Lessons we could all learn from the hit TV Series Yellowstone.    Contact Info for Jim Bradbury (Email) [email protected]  (Website) http://bradburycounsel.com/ (Twitter) @jimbluewind   Contact Info for Jesse Richardson (Email)  [email protected] (Phone) 304-293-9460 (Twitter)  @jessejames8785   Links to Topics Mentioned o...

Episode #144 - Paul Goeringer (2022 Ag Law Year in Review)

December 08, 2022 13:00 - 42 minutes - 79.2 MB

It's that time again!  My friend Paul Goeringer and I team up every December to record our Ag Law Year in Review that is then released on both my Ag Law in the Field Podcast and Paul's Maryland Risk Management Education Podcast. This year, our list included lots of interesting topics...see if you agree with our top legal issues. Contact Info for Paul Goeringer (Email)  [email protected] (Twitter)  @aglawpaul (Blog)  http://agrisk.umd.edu/  (Podcast)  https://marylandagpodcast.org/...

Episode #143 - Heath Hemphill (When Criminal Law Meets Ag Law)

November 17, 2022 13:18 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

When I wanted to do a podcast about how criminal law and agricultural law intersect, there was only one person to call.  Heath Hemphill is the current District Attorney in Coleman County, Texas, and he is also a fifth generation rancher.  His experiences both in the courtroom and on the ranch gives him a unique perspective and some great stories to share today about situations where agricutlural law and criminal law meet.   Contact Info for Heath Hemphill Website Phone: 325-625-1316 ...

Episode #142 - Michelle Pardo (Animal Law)

November 03, 2022 11:51 - 46 minutes - 64 MB

Michelle Pardo is a Washington, DC based attorney who specializes in animal law.  From circuses to aquariums, agriculture to zoos, Michelle has represented a number of clients around the country in litigation involving animals.  Today, she gives us the rundown on legislation and litigation she is seeing in the animal industry. Contact Info for Michelle Pardo Website Phone: 202-776-7844 Links to Other Topics on the Show Blog post on Proposition 12 Prior podcast episode discussin...

Episode #141 - Helena Bottemiller Evich (White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, & Health)

October 20, 2022 12:02 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MB

I'm excited to have long-time food and agricultural law reporter, Helena Bottemiller Evich, join me to chat about the recent White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health.  Helena gives us the rundown on what happened at the conference and highlights some of the key food policy issues to watch in 2023. Contact Info for Helena Email:  [email protected] Food Fix newsletter Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show American Agricultural Law Association Food Fix White House Con...

Episode #140 - Shannon Ferrell (Royal Family Estate & Succession Planning Lessons)

October 06, 2022 11:43 - 54 minutes - 73.8 MB

When Shannon Ferrell called to pitch a podcast episode talking about what we can learn from the Royal Family and farm and ranch succession planning, you know I was excited!  We chat about Shannon's family connection to the Queen and what lessons we can learn about farm and ranch succession planning from the recent royal family succession. Shannon's Contact Info Email)  [email protected] (Twitter)  @shanferrell Website   Links to Other Topics Episode #13 - Shannon Fe...

Episode #139 - Nate Huff (ESG Litigation & Agriculture)

September 22, 2022 12:29 - 43 minutes - 59.2 MB

Have you heard of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG") practices?  Did you know these practices are leading to lawsuits filed against agribusinesses and ag producers?  Today, Nate Huff joins us to chat about these "greenwashing lawsuits" and what agribusinesses and producers need to know. Contact Info for Nate Huff Website Email:  [email protected] Phone: (919) 314-5636 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show  Prior podcast episodes with Nate Huff Nate's website  N...

Episode #138 - Maddie Caldwell (Suicide Prevention Awareness Month)

September 08, 2022 12:00 - 59 minutes - 81.9 MB

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.  This is a topic that is extremely important to me, and one I feel very strongly about sharing on this podcast.  Today, I am thrilled to be joined by Maddie Caldwell.  Maddie is a farm kid from Illinois who is open with her mental health struggle and suicide attempts in hope that by sharing her story, she will be able to help others who may be struggling in silence.  As Maddie said at the close of the episode, "When we recover loudly, we kee...

Episode #137 - Jesse Richardson & Anthony Schutz (SCOTUS Ag Law Preview)

August 25, 2022 12:26 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MB

Two of our favorite law professors are back!  Jesse Richardson and Athony Schutz join me to give us a preview of what is coming in the ag law realm this term from the US Supreme Court. Jesse Contact Info (Email)  [email protected] (Phone) 304-293-9460 (Twitter)  @jessejames8785   Anthony Contact Info (Website) https://law.unl.edu/anthony-schutz/  (Twitter) https://twitter.com/anthony_schutz    Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Prior podcast episodes feat...

Episode #136 - Luke Ellis (TX Supreme Court Eminent Domain Cases Part 2)

August 11, 2022 12:15 - 55 minutes - 75.9 MB

Luke Ellis is back!  In our last episode, we talked through the recent Texas Supreme Court decision in Hlavinka v. HSC Pipeline.  Today, we turn to the Texas Supreme Court decision in Miles v. Texas Central Railroad in a case deciding whether Texas Central has the lawful right to condemn for the proposed high speed rail between Dallas and Houston. Contact info for Luke Ellis (Email)  [email protected] (Website)  https://mehlaw.com/attorneys/luke-ellis/ Links to Other Topics Mentioned...

Episode #135 - Luke Ellis (TX Supreme Court Eminent Domain Decisions Part 1)

July 28, 2022 12:18 - 40 minutes - 54.9 MB

It's been a wild couple of months for eminent domain law here in Texas with two important opinions coming out of the Texas Supreme Court.  Our friend and eminent domain lawyer, Luke Ellis, is here to give us the rundown on both of these cases, Hlavinka v. HSC Pipeline and Miles v. Texas Central Railroad. In Part 1 of our discussion, we'll dive deep into the details and impact of the Court's decision in Hlavinka v. HSC Pipeline.  Contact info for Luke Ellis (Email)  [email protected] ...

Episode #134 - Eliott Nixon & Amber Miller (Property Damage in Agricultural Law)

July 14, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 59.3 MB

What types of situations cause damage to rural land?  What should a landowner do in the event they see damage from spray drift or oil and gas operations?  These are the questions I chatted about with  Lubbock-based attorneys Amber Miller and Eliott Nixon. Contact Info for Eliott Website Email: [email protected] Contact Info for Amber Website Email: [email protected] Twitter: @BradyAmber Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Crenshaw, Dupree and Milam website Links to Amb...

Episode #133 - David Barron (Employee v. Independent Contractor)

June 23, 2022 11:53 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MB

One of the biggest employment law issues that can pop up for ag producers and ag businsses is distinguishing between an employee and an independent contractor.  Today, I'm joined by David Barron to walk us through why this distinction matters and how to correctly categorize workers. Contact Info for David Barron  (Website) https://www.cozen.com/people/bios/barron-david (Phone) 713-750-3132 (Email) [email protected]    Other Topics Mentioned on the Show Prior podcast on vaccine...

Episode #132 - Tim Milligan (Wildlife Management Property Tax Valuation in TX)

June 09, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 67.3 MB

Special use property tax valuation options are an important consideration for all Texas landowners.  Today, Tim Milligan from Plateau Land & Wildlife joins me to chat about wildlife management valuation.  How does it work? What is required?  How does someone get started?  Tim has all the answers! Contact info for Tim Email: [email protected] Phone: 512-894-3479 Links to topics mentioned on the show - Plateau Land & Wildlife website - Plateau webinars  - Prior prope...

Episode #131 - Dr. Justin Benavidez (Risk Management Options for Livestock Producers Facing Drought)

May 26, 2022 12:15 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MB

Much of the western half of the United States, including Texas, is facing serious drought conditions.  Today, I'm joined by Dr. Justin Benavidez, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Economist to discuss some of the programs available to help producers manage risk during a drought.  In particular, we're focusing on LFP, PRF, ELAP, NAP, and LIP. Dr. Benavidez' Contact Information Contact info for Dr. Justin Benavidez (Email) [email protected] (Blog) https://agrilife.org/amarilloage...

Episode #130 - Shannon Ferrell (This World Is Better With You In It)

May 12, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 78.7 MB

As has become a tradition, we are recognizing Mental Health Awareness month with an important conversation about mental health and agriculture.  My friend, Shannon Ferrell, joins me to offer some great information, practical tips, and encouragement for anyone struggling. Contact Info for Shannon Ferrell (Email)  [email protected] (Twitter)  @shanferrell Website   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Prior podcast episodes with Shannon Ferrell Wind Leases Farm & ...

Episode #129 - Kristi Boswell (Ag Labor & Immigration Legislative & Regulatory Efforts)

April 28, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MB

If we want someone who knows the in and outs of ag labor and immigration policy, it's Kristi Boswell.  Throughout her career, she has worked on this issue.  She joined us today to chat about the current issues with ag labor and immigration policy and some of the proposed changes that we have seen over the past several years.   Contact Info for Kristi Boswell  Website Phone: 202.239.3236 Email: [email protected]   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show - American Agric...

Episode #128 - Dr. Morgan Treadwell (TX Prescribed Burning Law)

April 14, 2022 11:34 - 49 minutes - 68 MB

We had a listener request for a podcast episode about prescribed burn laws in Texas, and luckily, I knew just the guest to invite!  Dr. Morgan Treadwell and I walk through the various laws and considerations for prescribed burns in Texas. Contact Info for Dr. Morgan Treadwell Phone: (325)657-7317 E-mail: [email protected] Twitter (@eXMorganRussell) Facebook  West Texas Rangelands blog Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show - Texas Prescribed Burn Handbook - Online...

Episode #127 - Rob Hughes & Chris Adams (Texas Forestland & Timber Contracts)

March 31, 2022 11:47 - 48 minutes - 66.8 MB

I'm thrilled to have Rob and Chris with us to share about Texas forestland and timber contracts.  I learned so much from this podcast episode, and I'm confident you will too! Contact Info for Rob Hughes TFA Website Email:  [email protected]  Twitter:  @TFARobHughes Contact Info for Chris Adams Vision Forestry Website Email:  [email protected]   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show - Texas Forestry Association - Vision Forestry - Association of Consul...

Episode #126 - Leah Davis (Using Entities in an Estate Plan)

March 17, 2022 13:36 - 47 minutes - 64.3 MB

The use of entities like trusts, LLCs, and limited partnerships can be extremely useful in developing a good farm or ranch estate plan.  Today, Leah Davis joins me to help talk us through some of the most commonly used entities, how they can be helpful, and how to choose the right option for you. Contact Info for Leah Davis Website Email: [email protected] Other Information Mentioned on the Show Prior episode on business entities Prior podcast episode on farm & ranch estate a...

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