2019 Agricultural and Rural Law Institute

Registration deadline: 05/13/19

Join us for the 2019 Agricultural and Rural Law Institute which will be held on Thursday, May 16 at the Courtyard Marriott in St. Cloud, Minnesota.  The Section is excited to continue a tradition, now in its 28th consecutive year, of presenting recent developments and the latest hot topics in agricultural law. Come for the practical education and the opportunity to connect with friends and colleagues. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. We look forward to seeing you in St. Cloud!

*For those staying overnight on May 15, we have a block of rooms reserved at the Courtyard Marriott in St. Cloud for $114.00 per night. Click HERE to reserve your room at the discounted rate.

Schedule:

8:00 a.m. Breakfast and Registration

8:15a.m.  Agricultural and Rural Law Section Annual Meeting

All members or prospective members of the Agricultural and Rural Law Section are invited to attend the annual meeting. Remote access via webcast will be available.

8:30 a.m.  Legislative Update

An update regarding recent legislative matters with an emphasis on new laws concerning agriculture.

Bruce Kleven | Attorney, Lobbyist and Mediator

9:15 a.m.  Organic Agriculture

What qualifies as organic vs. other product labels and how is certification obtained and maintained under current regulations?

Lauren Langworthy | Interim Executive Director, MOSES (Midwest Organic & Sustainable Education Service)

10:15 a.m.  Farm-Lender Mediation Program

Mary Nell Preisler | Director of Farm-Lender Mediation, University of Minnesota

10:45 a.m.  State Initiatives Regarding Agriculture

Representative from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture

11:15 a.m.  Federal Update

Learn about the new farm bill and other federal legislation impacting your ag and rural law practice.

Grant Herfindahl | Staff Ag Assistant, Congressman Collin C. Peterson's office

11:45 a.m.  Lunch

12:15 p.m.  Case Law Update

Recent court decisions affecting your agricultural and rural practice.

Dean Zimmerli | Attorney, Gislason & Hunter LLP

1:00 p.m.  New Regulations in Cell-Cultured Proteins

Learn about labeling, common concerns, and regulations impacting the burgeoning area of cell-cultured meats. 

Susan Burns | Attorney, Susan Burns LLC

2:45 p.m.  CAFO (Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations)

Learn about the permitting process, common objections to such facilities, and the appellate process after a permit has been granted or denied.

Gary Leistico | Attorney, Rinke Noonan

3:30 p.m. Wrap Up and Questions

CLE Credits:

5.75 Standard credits to be applied for | Event Code: 271556

Cost:

Section Member: $150
Non-Section Member:  $200
Law Students: $25
MSBA Members, join the Section and attend for $150 (must call to register)

Remote Participation: 

Remote participation is available via webcast. Please indicate this option when registering. Instructions will be emailed to you the week day prior to the CLE. 
 

Want more information about the Agricultural and Rural Law  Section? 
To register with a check, please mail in this registration form.
Need to cancel? Please see our cancellation policy.
Questions? Contact Kayla Erbach | 612-278-6325

The MSBA is committed to creating an inclusive environment in which all members can participate fully. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in this event, please notify Kayla Erbach. Please provide notification at least 72 hours prior to the meeting to allow sufficient time to make arrangements for accommodations.