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Update on Cottage Food Laws – 2024 Proposed Legislation
- February 27, 2024
- Emily Stone
Have you ever wondered who regulates the pickles your next-door neighbor makes and sells out of their home? The regulation of...
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Resources for Underserved Communities: Highlight of New Publications
- October 20, 2022
- Brigit Rollins
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, environmental justice is defined as “the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all...
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How AMS is Promoting Local Food Systems
- September 13, 2022
- Elizabeth
Recently, the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), an agency within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), initiated several cooperative agreement programs...
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USDA’s Efforts to Promote and Support Urban Agriculture
- February 8, 2022
- Elizabeth
On February 1, 2022, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the creation of the Federal Advisory Committee (FAC) on...
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“Custom Exempt” Slaughter: The Exception, or the Rule?
- November 19, 2021
- Elizabeth
The processing of livestock- which includes animals such as cattle, sheep, swine, and goats- is governed on a national level by...
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The Ag and Food Law Update: Oct. 4, 2019
- October 4, 2019
- Elizabeth
A comprehensive summary of today’s judicial, legislative, and regulatory developments in agriculture and food. Email important additions HERE. JUDICIAL:...
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THE AG & FOOD LAW UPDATE: AUGUST 10, 2018
- August 10, 2018
- Elizabeth
A comprehensive summary of today’s judicial, legislative, and regulatory developments in agriculture and food. Email important additions HERE. ANNOUNCEMENT: Mark your calendar...