Texas Agriculture Law Blog

The Texas Agriculture Law Blog, published by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, covers legal issues affecting agriculture and rural land management. Topics include federal and state agricultural regulations, estate and gift tax laws relevant to farm succession, animal confinement and welfare laws, pesticide and herbicide regulations, environmental compliance such as air emissions and water protections, agritourism and farmland preservation, livestock liability and fencing law, agricultural bankruptcy, and tax deductions related to farm operations. The blog also discusses litigation and legislative developments impacting farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses, providing updates on court decisions, regulatory proposals, and policy changes.

Latest from Texas Agriculture Law Blog

I recently did a presentation for a great webinar series called Water Wednesdays, hosted by John O’Connell, a Coastal and Marine County Extension Agent.
We did a basic overview of Texas water laws–certainly a hot topic around the state right…

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and share resources that can make a difference. The need for mental health support continues to grow, particularly within agricultural communities and rural areas where unique…