Agricultural and Agribusiness Law, 3rd Edition
An Introduction for Non-Lawyers
$182.91
- Paperback
374 pages
- Release Date
18 November 2026
Summary
This textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the key concepts of agricultural and agribusiness law in the United States, offering an accessible guide for students and professionals alike.
The fully revised and updated edition addresses significant legal developments, including changes in trade, taxation, water law, intellectual property, and animal law. Reflecting a growing number of farms in financial distress, new materials on workouts and debt relief, including Chapter 12…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781032672700 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1032672706 |
| Author: | Theodore A. Feitshans |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Imprint: | Routledge |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 374 |
| Edition: | 3rd |
| Release Date: | 18 November 2026 |
| Weight: | 740g |
| Dimensions: | 156mm x 234mm |
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Praise for previous editions
“This is the best textbook available in agricultural law specifically geared towards non-lawyers. It is clear, easy to read and covers the major topics of relevance for agribusinesses.”
Marne Coit, MSEL, JD, LLM, North Carolina State University, U.S.A.
“Excellent in terms of coverage, in terms of substantive content in each chapter, in organization, and in writing style. Professor Feitshans conveys a great amount of information crisply and clearly. He also uses examples to explain and to clarify the text, which greatly enhances the reader’s understanding of the legal concepts and issues.”
Drew L. Kershen, Earl Sneed Centennial Professor of Law (Emeritus), University of Oklahoma, U.S.A.
“There has been a great need for an agricultural law textbook and Agricultural and Agribusiness Law fills that need. Theodore Feitshans is one of the preeminent agricultural law professors in the United States and does an excellent job of outlining complex legal issues in a practical way for law students.”
Tiffany Dowell, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M University, U.S.A.
“This textbook is perfect for undergraduates or others trying to gain a basic understanding of legal issues impacting agriculture. From contracts to environmental law, topics are covered in a quick and easy to understand fashion. I highly encourage faculty and students alike to take a look at Professor Feitshans’ book.”
Paul Goeringer, Research Associate and Extension Legal Specialist, Agricultural & Resource Economics, University of Maryland, U.S.A.
Theodore A. Feitshans
Theodore A. Feitshans
Professor Emeritus in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at North Carolina State University, Raleigh, U.S.A. He continues to teach part-time, online, for the University of Mount Olive, U.S.A. He is a past president of the American Agricultural Law Association. He is co-author of Food Systems Law: An Introduction for Non-Lawyers (Routledge, 2020). Agriculture came naturally to Professor Feitshans; his parents owned a farm that produced hay and a feed mill that manufactured cattle feed. He recalls fondly helping his parents with the farm and milling business.
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