Monthly Archives: June 2026

Summer on the Farm or Ranch: Legal Issues to Keep in Mind

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This article was co-authored with Kara Matheney.  With summer officially here, many folks are spending more time outside and on their land. Whether landowners are working cattle, fixing fence, hosting guests, or just enjoying time with family or friends, this time of year often brings a number of legal questions along with it.  I have been getting quite a few similar questions over the last several weeks, so I thought it might be helpful to walk through a few common legal issues that tend to pop up this time of year… Read More →

New World Screwworm in Texas: What Texans Need to Know 

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This article was co-authored with Karli Kaase and Kara Matheney.  On June 3, 2026, the New World screwworm was confirmed in a calf near La Pryor, Texas. This has caused concern across the livestock, wildlife, and veterinary communities and a response from both state and federal agencies.   As response efforts continue, understanding the risks and knowing where to find reliable information are critical.  What is the New World Screwworm?  New World screwworm is a parasitic fly whose larvae feed on the living tissue of warm-blooded animals. Infestations can develop rapidly,… Read More →

Texas Rural Land Purchasing Checklist

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This checklist was co-authored with Karli Kaase, Student Assistant – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, and Kara Matheney, Project Manager III – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.  To download a printable PDF copy, click here. Built on Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Owning Your Piece of Texas handbook, this fact sheet provides research-based guidance to help first-time and transitioning rural real estate buyers better understand key considerations when purchasing rural land in Texas. It is intended for educational purposes and reflects general principles of Texas landownership. Clarifying Goals and Budget Before beginning… Read More →

May Monthly Round Up

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May was an extremely busy month, both for agricultural law and for me!  Because of that, our Monthly Round Up is a couple of days late.  Let’s run through some of the biggest ag law developments in the last month. * House Passes Farm Bill 2.0.  The United States House of Representatives passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act, known as the Farm Bill 2.0.  The Bill will now move to the Senate. [Read article here.] * US Supreme Court hears oral argument in Durnell v. Monsanto.  As we… Read More →