Background at a Glance

Understanding the intersection of agriculture and law is essential to advance modern agriculture.  Todd J. Janzen, attorney and founder of Janzen Schroeder Agricultural Law LLC (aglaw.us), has that unique ability and is dedicated to serving the needs of farmers, ag technology providers, and agribusinesses. In addition to his thriving practice, Todd also serves as the Administrator for the Ag Data Transparent project, a national effort to bring transparency to contracts between farmers and technology providers.  Having grown up on a grain and livestock farm in Kansas and holding a law degree from Indiana University, Todd is a sought-after speaker and author for his perspective and expertise.  He has testified before U.S. Senate and House subcommittees on issues concerning ag data collection, privacy, and technology. Todd is active in industry associations and provides leadership in a variety of ways including being on the Board of Directors of the Fair Oaks Pig Adventure as well as serving at General Counsel for the Indiana Dairy Producers. Todd publishes a nationally recognized ag technology blog, the Janzen Ag Tech Blog.

• President, Janzen Schroeder Agricultural Law LLC

• Founder, Janzen Agricultural Law LLC

• Administrator, Ag Data Transparent project (current)

• AGree E2 Coalition Member (2021 - current)

• Chair, American Bar Association's Agricultural Management Committee (2013-2015)

• Chair, Indiana State Bar Association's Agricultural Law Section, (2004-2006)

• Board Member, Counsel for Agriculture, Science and Technology (CAST) (2014-2017)

• Graduate, Indiana’s Agricultural Leadership Program (2013-2014)

• Legal Representative, Indiana Agricultural Regulatory Structure Task Force (2008)

• General Counsel, Advisor, Indiana Dairy Producers (2009-current)

• Board Member, Fair Oaks Pig Adventure (2017-current)

• Beachhead Advisor on Ag Tech, New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (2019-current)

Internationally Recognized Author, Commentator, and Speaker

Todd is a frequent author and speaker on legal issues affecting agriculture. He writes a regular blog column on law and technology issues, the Janzen Ag Tech Blog, which has been republished on Farm Journal's AgWeb, Successful Farming, Precision Ag, Hoosier Ag Today, and Precision Farming Dealer. Todd has been interviewed by various publications on agricultural topics, including the Wall Street Journal, Farm Journal, and the Progressive Dairyman. Todd is a regular commentator for Market Day Report and AgDay on RFD-TV.

Click here for full list of prior speaking events. 

Community Involvement

• Indiana Dairy Producers (2009-current)

• Trinity Episcopal Church Vestry (2003-2006)

• Morning Dove Therapeutic Riding, Inc., Vice President (2008-2011)

• Mapleton Fall Creek Community Development Corporation, President (2011-2013)

• Indiana Farm Bureau, Property Rights Policy Committee (2015-current)

Education

• B.A., Bethel College (Kansas) 1995

• J.D., Indiana University, Robert H. McKinney School of Law 2002 (Bar license: Indiana 2002)

• Study abroad, Philips University, Marburg, Germany 1992-1993

Farm Background

Todd grew up on a diversified grain and livestock farm in south central Kansas. He spent his formative years working on the family farm and operating a custom haying business. Todd's passion for farming and dedication to the agricultural industry can be traced back to his farm upbringing.  

Contact

• Email: janzen@aglaw.us

• Twitter: @janzenlaw

• Phone: 317.855.9920 x 1