Join us for Episode #201 of the Ag Law in the Field Podcast as we delve into the exciting world of Agrivoltaics with special guest Hannes Zetzsche! Discover how solar energy and agriculture can not only coexist but thrive together, offering innovative solutions for sustainable land use and power generation. Don't miss this insightful conversation!

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Email: [email protected]

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Progressive Cattlemen Article

Dish Downtown

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Today marks a very special milestone for us here at the podcast. We are incredibly excited and honored to bring you our 200th episode!

To celebrate this momentous occasion, we have a truly unique and heartwarming conversation for you. Today, we're stepping away from our usual legal deep dives to bring you an interview with one of my favorite people, Lois Dowell, my Gran. This is an audio recording from a highschool project in 2002 and our family is so grateful that we were able to capture these memories.

So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and join us for Episode #200 of Ag Law in the Field, featuring the wonderful Lois Dowell. You won't want to miss it!

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Episode #100 with Tiffany's Dad

Gran's favorite candy recipe https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/article/2023/11/01/taste-family-tradition

A couple of Gran stories

https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/article/2019/06/01/one-dandy-scheme

https://alwaysafarmkid.wordpress.com/2024/05/08/gran-and-her-reward/

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In this episode we are welcoming back Leah Davis to talk about an important estate planning issue. Before you leave land as an undivided interest, or inherit land titled this way, it is critical that you understand the concept of partition and how it can affect you and your land.

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Email: [email protected]

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Prior Podcasts by Leah

Prior Podcast by Shannon Ferrell

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The topic of mental health is one that is near and dear to my heart. Because of that, we host podcast episodes each year related to this topic. To see a complete list of mental health-related episodes, click here.

Today, we are thrilled to have Chelsey Byers with us to chat with us about dementia and agriculture. Chelsey has a vast array of experiences with this issue and offers practical tips and pointers for families navigating this challenging diagnosis.

Contact Info for Chelsey Byers

(Email) [email protected]

(Website) https://extension.illinois.edu/staff/chelsey-byers

Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show

Farm Families Coping with Dementia (FFCD) Study link - https://gpcah.public-health.uiowa.edu/dementia-educational/

Dementia Stats - https://dementiadatahub.org/explore-data/map.html

What is Dementia - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s10iPESAHmI&t=1s

Local Area Agency on Aging (AAA): In Texas, search by zip code here - https://resources.hhs.texas.gov/pages/find-services

National Institute on Aging https://www.nia.nih.gov/

Alzheimer's Association – https://www.alz.org/Alz.org

• • 10 signs of dementia - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/10_signs
  • Seeking help - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/memory-loss-concerns
  • Getting a diagnosis - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/diagnosis/medical_tests
  • Current medications - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/treatments
  • Legal documents and Alz - https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/financial-legal-planning/legal-documents
  • Support groups - https://www.alz.org/help-support/community/support-groups
  • Help line: https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline

Succession Planning: https://www.fbfs.com/learning-center/what-you-need-to-know-about-farm-succession-planning

Having a conversation to stop driving - https://www.thehartford.com/resources/mature-market-excellence/family-conversations-with-older-drivers

Referral systems and Community Services

211 – a one stop shop that offers referral to services relating to basic human needs, health insurance programs and employment supports: https://uwm211.org/

Find local services for older adults: https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx

Local Services: https://acl.gov/ltc/basic-needs/finding-local-services

National Institute on Aging resources:

• Advance Care Planning: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/advance-care-planning
• Long-term Care: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/long-term-care

U.S Department of Veterans Affairs resources

Dementia caregiving resources and safety: https://www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/pages/Alzheimers_and_Dementia_Care.asp

VA Caregiver Support Program: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/

U of I Extension program - Communication challenges and strategies for helping people with dementia - When an individual has dementia, communication can be very difficult as the disease advances. Forgetfulness, agitation, repetition, and mood fluctuations can make interactions and caregiving stressful and frustrating, and many worry that they will say or do the wrong thing and make matters worse. Learn about common communication problems caused by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and strategies for better interactions and visits.

Farm Hope is a program of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension & the Texas A&M Telehealth Institute offering free counseling services to any Texan involved in agriculture or their family members. Contact Dr. Mikaela Spooner for more information at 979-436-0700.

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There has been a lot of buzz recently about the residual soil fertility tax deduction. We've got the facts and advice from two of the best in the business on this episode with Kristine Tidgren and Dario Arezzo! Before you purchase land or take a residual soil fertility deduction, this is a must-listen!

Contact Info for Kristine Tidgren

(Email) [email protected]

(Website) https://www.ageds.iastate.edu/people/kristine-tidgren

Contact Info for Dario Arezzo

(Email) [email protected]

(Website) https://www.farmcrediteast.com/en/resources/meet-the-authors

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Considering the Residual Fertility Deduction

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In this episode of the Ag Law in the Field Podcast, Judith McGeary delves into the intricacies of Texas Cottage Food Law. If you're a home baker, a small-scale food producer, or simply curious about the regulations surrounding selling homemade food in Texas, this episode is a must-listen.

Contact Info for Judith McGeary

(Email) [email protected]

(Website) https://farmandranchfreedom.org/about/team/

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Laboratory Services

Requests for Official Determination on Food Regulations

Texas Cottage Food Production

House Bill 2952

Senate Bill 2099

Senate Bill 541

House Bill 520

House Bill 2588

Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance

National Ag Law Center 50 State Compilation of Cottage Food Laws

FARFA Cottage Food Law page

More info on Texas Cottage Food Law

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Understanding your property tax bill is crucial for any landowner, but what happens when you think it's wrong? In this episode, we dive into part two of this series on protesting your property taxes with Dr. Blake Bennett. Learn about the steps you need to take to challenge your assessment. Don't miss this essential information for Texas landowners!

Contact Info for Blake Bennett

(Email) [email protected]

(Phone) 972-952-9273

Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show

Dr. Bennett previous podcasts

Protesting Your Property Taxes: Part 1

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Understanding your property tax bill is crucial for any landowner, but what happens when you think it's wrong? In this episode, we dive into the first part of a series on protesting your property taxes with Dr. Blake Bennett. Learn about the grounds for protest, the necessary documentation, and the steps you need to take to challenge your assessment. Don't miss this essential information for Texas landowners!

Contact Info for Blake Bennett

(Email) [email protected]

(Phone) 972-952-9273

Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show

Dr. Bennett previous podcasts

Special use property tax valuation

Wildlife management property tax valuation

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Parks Brown is back with another new and emerging topic, pore space! Join in and listen as we walk through pore space and all the legal issues pertaining to it.

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(Email) [email protected]

(Website) http://uhlfitzsimons.com

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Previous podcast episodes

Produced Water from Oil and Gas Companies

Garcia's Mexican Food

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Get ready to dive deep into the world of agricultural and environmental law! We're fortunate to have one of the nation's leading environmental lawyers joining us today. Brigit will provide an in-depth overview of the current legal landscape surrounding Dicamba, a topic of significant interest and debate within the agricultural industry.

Contact Info for Brigit Rollins

(Email) [email protected]

(Phone) 707-494-3138

Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show

Brigit's prior Dicamba podcast episode

National Agricutlrual Law Center website

Dicamba decision vacating label

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