Category: Agriculture

Agriculture Isn’t Just an Industry—Reframing It as Infrastructure Changes How We Value, Regulate, and Protect It

April 24, 2026

Agriculture is often evaluated as a discrete sector, measured primarily by production output. That framing is incomplete—and it matters. When agriculture is viewed too narrowly, its true economic role is underestimated, leading to gaps in policy, risk assessment, and strategic decision-making. In Agriculture as Economic Infrastructure: Why It Matters—and What Must Be Done, I explain … More Agriculture Isn’t Just an Industry—Reframing It as Infrastructure Changes How We Value, Regulate, and Protect It

🌾 Agriculture Is Not Just a Sector™

March 29, 2026

Agriculture is often discussed as one industry among many—measured, compared, and ranked based on its contribution to gross domestic product. It is frequently cited as representing only a small percentage of the economy. While that statistic may be technically accurate, it reflects an incomplete understanding of agriculture’s true value. … More 🌾 Agriculture Is Not Just a Sector™

US Visa Interview Waiver Policy Changes for H-2A Workers

October 14, 2025

On September 18, 2025, the U.S. Department of State announced changes to its nonimmigrant visa interview waiver policy, effective October 1, 2025 (U.S. Department of State, 2025). The update narrows eligibility for applicants seeking to renew or apply for visas without an in-person interview.

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ALERT: Updated Deadline for Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Filing with FinCEN

February 26, 2025

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has extended the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting deadline by 30 days, moving the new deadline to March 21, 2025, for most businesses. This requirement, part of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), applies to most businesses, including those in the agriculture and equine industries. … More ALERT: Updated Deadline for Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Filing with FinCEN

Trend of Pesticide Liability Limitation Legislation and Oklahoma’s Proposed HB 1755

February 17, 2025

As the 2025 legislative session progresses, a growing number of states are introducing bills that limit the liability of pesticide manufacturers in cases involving failure-to-warn claims. This trend is largely driven by ongoing litigation concerning the herbicide glyphosate and allegations that exposure to certain pesticides has led to health issues, including cancer. … More Trend of Pesticide Liability Limitation Legislation and Oklahoma’s Proposed HB 1755

Oklahoma Agrivoltaics Act: A New Era for Renewable Energy and Agriculture

February 14, 2025

The Oklahoma Agrivoltaics Act, introduced as House Bill 2157, is a forward-thinking legislative effort aimed at integrating renewable energy projects with agricultural practices. Recognizing the increasing demand for electrical generation capacity and the expansion of renewable energy projects, the Oklahoma Legislature seeks to promote agrivoltaics—the dual use of land for both agriculture and solar energy production. … More Oklahoma Agrivoltaics Act: A New Era for Renewable Energy and Agriculture