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Episode 28: Tips for Staring a Farm Business during COVID-19

In this episode, we share key tips for starting your farm business with a solid legal foundation during the global pandemic.

Starting a New Farm Business During COVID-19

In this Quick Guide, you'll learn about action steps for success and COVID-19 considerations to start your farm.

Episode 27: Racial Discrimination in Farm Law

In this episode, we discuss the ugly truth of how the law has been and continues to be used as a tool for racial discrimination in federal lending programs and farmland access.

Paycheck Protection Program Forgiveness for Farmers and Ranchers

In this tutorial, you'll learn about the new forgiveness guidance updates for a PPP loan that were released by The Treasury and Congress, as well as information on how to apply

Labor in the Time of Corona: Navigating Farm Employment Law during COVID-19

In this tutorial, you'll learn about new and existing OSHA guidelines and employment laws for keeping your farmworkers safe during COVID-19.

Labor in the Time of Corona: Understanding Oregon Farm Employment Law During COVID-19

In this tutorial, you'll learn about new and existing Oregon Employment laws and OSHA guidelines for keeping your farmworkers safe during COVID-19.

Liability for COVID-19 Transmission to Customers of Farm and Food Businesses

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to manage the risks of COVID-19 transmission to customers and employees of your food or farm business.

Episode 26: Starting a Farm Business During COVID-19 (Part Two)

In this episode, you'll learn about the dual value insurance provides and essential employment law considerations when starting your farm business during COVID-19.

Episode 25: Starting a Farm Business During COVID-19 (Part One)

In this episode, you'll learn about managing the legal risks of leasing land and setting up your business structure when starting your farm business during COVID-19.

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