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Recent FSA Changes to the Farm Loan Program

On September 4, 2026, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (“USDA”) Farm Service Agency (“FSA”) published a final rule making policy changes...

The Feed: Vol. 4, Issue 21

The Feed newsletter highlights recent legal developments affecting agriculture, with issues released twice a month. Click below to sign up for...

Protected: The Feed: Vol. 4, Issue 21- BETH EDIT

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UADA news article: Borrower-lender communication is key

By Mary Hightower University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture  Fast Facts  Communication key to prevent ‘distressed’ designation Farm Credit borrowers have...

FDA Concludes the Evaluation of its Animal Food Ingredient Processes

Earlier this year, the Federal Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) concluded a two-year evaluation of its animal food...

NALC news release: NALC webinar to examine changing food ingredient laws, regulations

By Phillip Powell National Agricultural Law Center Fast Facts Presentation covers state labeling laws, FDA regulatory changes and related litigation Free,...

Freeman: Expect laws over ownership of ag data to become more complex

By Mary Hightower University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture  Fast facts  Ag data ownership laws shift from asset to property right...

October Monthly Roundup

 Roundup As October has ended, the staff at the National Agricultural Law Center continue to bring trusted research and information in...

UADA news release: Should I change my farm operation from a partnership to an LLC?

By Mary Hightower University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Fast Facts Ballard describes changes in USDA payment limitations for LLCs Tidgren...

The Feed: Vol. 4, Issue 20

The Feed newsletter highlights recent legal developments affecting agriculture, with issues released twice a month. Click below to sign up for...

UADA news article: NASDA Next-Gen valuable to new attorneys

Making connections and hearing perspectives from different states and facets of agriculture are among the most valuable takeaways from the annual...

Uncertainty in the PPR: Examining FWS 2024 Final Drain Tile Setback Rule

Catalina Clouthier, Research Fellow Brigit Rollins, Staff Attorney   In 2024, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (“FWS”) released a...

Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Distressed Farm Credit Loans

Agricultural production requires large amounts of capital- everything from land to equipment to seed, livestock or other inputs- to operate, leading...

UADA news release: Chapter 12 farm bankruptcy filings up significantly in Q3; Arkansas leads nation

By Mary Hightower University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Fast facts Arkansas continues to lead U.S. in bankruptcy filings Pittman: ‘The...

Food Law in the States: 2026 California Update

With 2026 almost to its conclusion, most states legislatures are looking ahead to their 2027 legislative sessions. However, some states are...

Legislative Proposals in Slaughter and Processing

Mary Grace Winfrey, Research Fellow Elizabeth Rumley, Senior Staff Attorney   This article reflects legislative developments as of October 15, 2026....

The Feed: Vol. 4, Issue 19

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Ninth Circuit Concludes United States Not Immune from Water Rights Lawsuit

In late September 2026, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a ruling in a water rights dispute between Nevada ranchers...

Recent Changes to Dyed Diesel Regulations

In September 2026, the average price for a gallon of diesel in the United States rose to $6.53, according to the...

The NALC Quarterly Newsletter: 3Q26

The National Agricultural Law Center compiles and publishes a quarterly newsletter highlighting recent and upcoming events and resources. The newsletter for...