News and Insights for Florida communities from Attorney Jesse Haskins SLAPPs, SLAPP backs, and SLAPP back backs: The Fight for Attorney Fees in Defamation LawFood Disparagement in FloridaAll About Farmland PreservationAttorney Jesse Haskins featured in Florida Food Policy Council Member SpotlightFlorida Food Policy Council featured me as a member in an interview about my interest in food policy, how I advance local food policy through my law practice, and my hopes for the future.Organizing, Transparency, and Accountability"Show me a movement," President Obama told New York chef and writer Dan Barber while discussing possible reforms to the food system.Attorney Jesse Haskins to serve as Vice President for Ecology FloridaEcology Florida has elected me to serve as vice president. The mission of this organization is to advance "the harmonious integration of healthy natural, cultural, and economic ecologies to reestablish a sustainable world."Federal Funding for Farmers MarketsThe Farm Bill broke a record in 2018. The 2018 Farm Bill received more yes votes in the House of Representatives than any other farm bill.Options for Patrons and Purveyors of Medical Marijuana in Financial DistressBankruptcy judges have a tendency of finding that when it comes to marijuana in bankruptcy, it does not matter what state law says.Register for a Free Two Day Training on the Business of FarmingThis past February and March, I had the pleasure of speaking at symposiums organized by the Florida Farmers Market Association on Community Supported Agriculture. The Hidden Benefits of Agricultural Land UseNobody likes taxes, but local tax authorities should love farmers. It's not just tax authorities. When it comes to farmland, diverse groups love farms-for different reasons.You Can Now Listen to My Insights on Community Supported Agriculture in a Podcast-and Participate in this Discussion in an upcoming symposiumIn the recent podcast, I talk about community supported agriculture and will also be participating in a free workshop about it with the Florida Farmers Market Association. Learn More.When it comes to water pollution regulations, it depends on what your definition of "from" is.In County of Maui v. Hawaii Wildlife Fund, No. 18-260, the Supreme Court of the United States interpreted the Clean Water Act's (CWA) requirement of a permit for "discharge of a pollutant.Peanut Growers Win Antitrust Case Against Big BuyersIn this post, I will focus on a preliminary victory for peanut farmers. I will cover more case developments from my article next week.The Two Different Bankruptcy Paths: Liquidation and Rehabilitation, Part 2This post is the second part of an article about the differences between liquidation and rehabilitation in bankruptcy. The Two Different Bankruptcy Paths: Liquidation and Rehabilitation, Part ILiquidation roughly translates into up front payment. Cough up what you have to creditors, except for property deemed exempt by the Bankruptcy Code.Opinion: Why Antitrust Matters to AgriculturePrecision agriculture has emerged as a technology promising to make agriculture more sustainable, both environmentally and economically.Travails of Three Family Farms Highlight the Importance of Planning for Debt Relief—and the FutureOn Friday, May 22, a Wisconsin bankruptcy court allowed the Small Business Administration to deny paycheck protection plans to three family farms.Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Open for ApplicationsThis program is not perfect. But one problem-limits on funding-is surmountable for growers who apply early. So consider applying now.Covid-19 Relief UpdateOn April 24, 2020, the Paycheck Protection Program and Healthcare Enhancement became law. Read how this affects farms and agricultural enterprises.Victory Gardens and the New Battle Against HOAs for Florida-Friendly LandscapingCoronavirus-induced food supply anxiety has led to a renewed interest in home gardens-similar to the "war gardens" movement of World War I and the "victory garden" efforts around World War II.State's Rights May Be the Hope of Safe Agricultural Labor PracticesIf this happens, states would lose their ability to protect consumers, workers, and businesses that want to ensure safety without being at a competitive disadvantage.Heirloom Hemp Then and NowIn the founding of our country, hemp wasn't just legal. Hemp production was patriotic. Our founding fathers wrote drafts of the Declaration of Independence on hemp. Hemp became a monetary staple.How Farm Landowners can Preserve Land, Make Money, and Get Tax ReliefCoronavirus highlights the need to build a sustainable future, to preserve our local food systems. This means preserving the land that sustainable agriculture depends on.Load more(Now showing 23 of 46) Building partnerships between farmers & the communities that depend on them. Mission