Everyone knows the importance and value of water. Under Oklahoma law, while stream water is owned by the state, groundwater is a private property right connected to the land. Historically in Oklahoma, groundwater rights have...more
At its roots, farming consists of performing particular tasks – such as planting, fertilizing or harvesting – against a predetermined schedule. Advances in technology have allowed farmers to do these tasks in a more...more
Once again, a newly created program from the 2014 Farm Bill is being scrutinized by farmers who question the legality of how it is being implemented.
The Farm Service Agency’s county-based Area Coverage (ARC-CO) program...more
Farmers who insure their crops with an Actual Production History (APH) type of crop insurance policy — especially in areas affected by the recent severe droughts — received a welcome benefit in the 2014 Farm Bill known as the...more
The syndication of stallions rose in popularity several years ago as a result of available tax benefits and the practical benefit of common ownership of a valuable animal used for breeding. While most of the tax benefits from...more