Steve and Aaron react to the first half of the Big Ten Network's Fall camp tour.

In this episode of the Farmland Energy Legal Podcast, we are joined by Samuel Sweeten, a rising second-year law student at Penn State Law and a Research Assistant at the Center Agricultural and Shale Law at Penn State. Samuel provides us with a brief overview of critical minerals, highlighting their importance in the transition to renewable energy …

Steve and Aaron react to all things Big Ten Football Media Days.

Steve and Aaron pick their best road trip destinations for all 14 weeks of the Big Ten football season.

In this episode of the Farmland Energy Legal Podcast, we are joined by Riley Amdor, a rising second year law student at Penn State Law and a Research Assistant at the Center Agricultural and Shale Law at Penn State. Riley walks us through a recent survey published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Economic Research Service (ERS), which l…

Steve and Aaron talk about their B1G takeaways from Phil Steele's 2024 college football preview.

Steve and Aaron are back with the season premiere of Bigger Ten, featuring anonymous coach quotes from Athlon's College Football Preview magazine, which you can purchase here: https://athlonsports.com/magazines/athlon-sports-2024-college-football-preview-guide-now-available

In this episode of the Farmland Energy Legal Podcast, we are joined by Avery McLean, a recent graduate of Penn State Law and a former Research Assistant at the Center Agricultural and Shale Law at Penn State. Avery gives us an update on agrivoltaics: a large-scale solar development practice that combines solar energy generation with agricultural pr…

Justin left his lucrative career in the financial industry following a passion to co-found Noke Van Co in Roanoke. It started small with explosive growth in a very short time. His vans are a dream for anyone who loves adventure. In 2023, Noke Van Co. won the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce's New Small Business of the Year Award. Justin and wif…

In today's episode, Brook will discuss the USDA's announced intent to establish the "Greenhouse Gas Technical Assistance Provider and Third-Party Verifier Program." Brook summarizes the key features of the proposed program and how the government regulations will fit into the already established carbon credit market. Hosted by Chloe Marie, Research …

Aaron and Steve are back with a power rating and observations from spring practice for the season finale of Bigger Ten.

In this episode of the Farmland Energy Legal Podcast, we are joined by Victoria Dutterer, a second-year student at Penn State Law and a Research Assistant at the Center Agricultural and Shale Law at Penn State. Victoria gives us a brief history of artificial intelligence, how it has been used in agriculture over the past 40 years, and recent develo…

In today's episode, Brook discusses the HPAI outbreak that has been detected in dairy cows. He walks us through why USDA hasn't issued any quarantine orders, and how states are responding. Hosted by Chloe Marie, Research Specialist—With Brook Duer, Staff Attorney—Produced by Chloe Marie, Written by Brook Duer Penn State Center for Agricultural and …

Steve and Aaron discuss who they think has the better shot at being crowned champion: Caitlin Clark and Iowa, or Zach Edey and Purdue.

Molly Bullington finally made it here for an excellent conversation. She tells of how she gained ownership of Blue Ridge Racing which is the management company for Roanoke's largest running events. She has likely given you a high five at the finish of the Blue Ridge Marathon, Salem Half Marathon, The Drumstick Dash or others. Charleston, SC is her …

In today's episode, Brook discusses a new lawsuit filed by a group of Texas farm owners against Synagro Technologies. The farm owners allege that their farms were poisoned by PFAS toxins from a biosolids-based fertilizer that was produced and marketed by Synagro that a neighboring farmer had used on his property. Brook talks about the legal implica…

Steve and Aaron are back with their tips and picks for the Big Dance.

Steve and Aaron recap Iowa Women's three-peat, Purdue going back-to-back in undisputed regular season titles, and make their predictions for the Big Ten Tournament.

Steve and Aaron try to figure out why Iowa's record-shattering women's basketball phenom Caitlin Clark gets so much hate. They also discuss the fast-changing coaching dynamic in college football and what can be done about it.

In today's episode, Brook explains the District Court for the District of Arizona's decision to vacate the EPA's 2020 pesticide registration authorizing the sale and use of dicamba-based weed killers within the United States. Brook discusses the arguments for and against this outcome, and how this will affect farmers across the country. Hosted by C…

In this week's episode, Brook talks about California’s Proposition 12 and the relevant regulations that recently became fully effective. These regulations established California's Animal Care Program and require third-party certification for producers. Hosted by Chloe Marie, Research Specialist—With Brook Duer, Staff Attorney—Produced by Chloe Mari…

Steve and Aaron discuss the harmonic convergence of a plethora of events and alliances, and why college football could be heading for even larger tectonic shifts in the near future.

This is the first official repeat guest on the GJBeat. Matt's life turned upside down in early 2022 and he was instantly thrown into the local spotlight. Since the cycling death of his wife, Tabatha, life has changed in so many difficult yet positive ways. Matt left his career to pursue ownership of Fleet Feet Roanoke which finalized in late 2022 w…

In this week's episode, Brook discusses EPA's recently announced proposed set revisions to the Clean Water Act regulations, standards and permitting of wastewater discharges into waters of the United States from facilities that process meat and poultry products. The proposed regulations would establish more stringent effluent limitations for the co…

In today's episode, Brook gives us an update to our last episode, which introduced a decision coming out of the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, holding that the EPA improperly "revoked all tolerances" for the use of the pesticide chlorpyrifos. Today, Brook explains EPA's December 2023 response to the court's decision, and how that will affect the …

Steve and Aaron break down all the early offseason happenings around the Big Ten.

In this episode of the Farmland Energy Legal Podcast, we are joined by Mary Johnson, a second-year student at Penn State Law and a Research Assistant at the Center Agricultural and Shale Law at Penn State. Mary gives us an introduction to the foundations of wind farms and wind power, the potential benefits of using wind power, how farmers can start…

In today's episode, Brook and Chloe talk about a decision coming out of the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, holding that the EPA improperly "revoked all tolerances" for the use of the pesticide chlorpyrifos. Brook explains the background of the use of EPA's chlorpyrifos rule and how this decision changes the legality of the product. Hosted by Chlo…

Steve and Aaron break down each and every Big Ten bowl game, and decide whether the conference could have a winning record.

Steve and Aaron talk about Michigan's three-peat as Big Ten champions, and whether it'll be a disappointing season if they don't win the national title. They also talk about Michigan State and Indiana's impressive head coach hirings, and a crazy start to the transfer portal.

In today's episode, Brook and Chloe talk about a decision coming out of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, holding that California’s Proposition 65 carcinogen warning requirement for the herbicide glyphosate, a chemical found in the product Roundup, violated the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.  Brook explains how the case made its way to…

Steve and Aaron discuss Ryan Day's futility against Michigan, preview the Big Ten championship, and laud Taulia Tagovailoa.

Steve and Aaron make their picks for the final week of the Big Ten regular season.

Steve and Aaron share their thoughts on The Game, Iowa's division championship, and whether David Braun should be Big Ten Coach of the Year.

In this episode, Chloe and Brook talk about a new criminal lawsuit filed by the DOJ against Agri Stats, an agricultural data services company, U.S. v. Agri Stats The DOJ alleges that Agri Stats illegally organized and managed anticompetitive information exchanges among several of the nation's largest protein processing companies, leading to price-f…

Steve and Aaron make their picks for the penultimate week of B1G football.

Steve and Aaron discuss Michigan's big win, where Penn State goes from here, how Iowa is in control of the west, and bowl projections.

In this episode, Chloe and Brook talk about a new private class action lawsuit, Brown v. JBS, et al. The plaintiffs allege that fifteen of the country's largest protein processing companies engaged in wage-fixing in their nationwide beef and pork processing plants. Hosted by Chloe Marie, Research Specialist—With Brook Duer, Staff Attorney—Produced …

In this episode, Chloe and Brook talk about U.S. Supreme Court's decision to deny a petition to hear the case of Signet Builders Inc. V. Vanegas. The focus of this case is whether a company must pay overtime to H-2A employees who construct on-farm livestock confinement facilities or whether those employees are exempted from Fair Labor Standards Act…

Steve and Aaron discuss the Big Ten's apparent willingness to wage war against their biggest brand. They also discuss what Penn State has to do to defeat Michigan.

Steve and Aaron make their picks for this weekend's slate of B1G games.

Steve and Aaron react to the news Brian Ferentz will be out at Iowa following this season. They also review the first College Football Playoff Top 25, take a look at the whacky west, and preview Big Ten basketball.

In this episode of the Farmland Energy Legal Podcast, we are joined by Josh Narey, a second-year student at Penn State Law and a Research Assistant at the Center Agricultural and Shale Law at Penn State. Josh speaks about the methane production process in manure on farms, and how methane can be used as a renewable energy source. We also talk about …

Steve and Aaron make their picks for week 9 of the Big Ten football season.

Steve and Aaron talk about the controversy at Michigan, how Penn State seemingly can't get out of its own way in big games, and why Ohio State continues to get the job done.

Steve and Aaron make their picks for this upcoming weekend's slate of Big Ten action.

A discussion on the EPA's CAFO regulation system, and that EPA announced - without any form of press or public announcement - that it is currently commencing a reform plan of its own design. Hosted by Chloe Marie, Research Specialist—With Brook Duer, Staff Attorney—Produced by Chloe Marie, Written by Brook Duer Penn State Center for Agricultural an…

Steve and Aaron discuss the clash in Columbus, why Iowa may not be in the driver's seat in the west, and how Rutgers is on the cusp of a not-so-insignificant accomplishment.

Steve and Aaron make their picks for the week 7 slate of Big Ten games.

Steve and Aaron discuss the Buckeyes' and Wolverines' performances in Week 6, and look ahead to the pivotal matchup of the Big Ten West.