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In the Midwest, we’ve historically had more than enough water for everyone. This usually meant a hands off approach to water regulation. But 2024 may be the year that changes the status quo.
Read MoreI recently presented at the Indiana Farm Bureau’s first-ever zoning school and discussed three “hot zoning topics.” Three issues came to mind: solar ordinances, moratoria, and spite structures.
Read MoreAgriculture, it seems, has a zoning problem. On top of the various state or federal permits a farm or agribusiness may be required to obtain before starting construction, local zoning ordinances can create yet another layer of red tape.
Read MoreRecently we've seen a few counties consider blocking livestock development. But barring the construction of of livestock farms in rural areas often is legally suspect.
Read MoreOn June 25, 2026, the United States Supreme Court issued a much-awaited decision in Monsanto v. Durnell. The Court overturned a jury verdict for the plaintiff, holding a federal law that regulates pesticides preempted plaintiffs’ state law claims.
Janzen Schroeder team members will attend the ISBA’s Cultivating Connections event on the eve of the 2026 Indiana State Fair.
Janzen Schroeder Ag Law team members will attend the Indiana Pork Producer’s Ham Breakfast that kicks off the 2026 Indiana State Fair.
Brianna Schroeder will present at Indiana Farm Bureau’s Drainage School.
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