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Food & Agribusiness
Overview
In the food and agribusiness sector, you navigate a competitive and rapidly changing commercial landscape — all while working to feed the world efficiently and responsibly. Since 1912, we have advised many of the world’s leading food and agribusiness companies, and we understand the legal, regulatory, and business challenges you face every day.
Our cross-practice team of attorneys and consulting professionals partner with you to develop and execute strategies across the entire field-to-plate cycle. We advise on supply chain resilience, food safety, labeling and marketing, sustainability initiatives, and international trade. Our team brings comprehensive experience in customs and trade matters, as well as environmental and food regulatory law, helping you manage compliance, mitigate risk, and respond to evolving international standards. We work with growers, processors, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and technology innovators, empowering you to seize opportunities and anticipate risks.
When disputes, regulatory changes or product recalls arise, our dedicated regulatory and litigation teams respond quickly to provide reassurance and strategic guidance, helping you implement effective compliance protocols or manage high-stakes litigation. Beyond crisis response, we proactively counsel you on regulatory developments and emerging trends, keeping you ahead of the curve.
Our colleagues at Faegre Drinker Consulting enhance our services by supporting you in government relations, policy advocacy, and regulatory affairs, ensuring your interests are represented before key decision-makers. With our comprehensive approach, we help you protect your brand, maintain consumer trust, and achieve your business goals in an ever-evolving sector.
Food & Agribusiness Segments
Insights & Events
Latest
Faegre Drinker Welcomes Labor & Employment Counsel Stephanie Albrecht in Los Angeles
Bite-Sized Legal: Top 10 Food Regulatory and Litigation Developments From 2025 - Webinar
EPA Proposes Revisions to Toxic Substances Control Act’s PFAS Reporting Rule — Adds Several Reporting Exemptions
Illinois Creates ‘Consent by Registration’ Jurisdiction for Toxic Tort Claims
Bite-Sized Legal: Food Packaging Updates — EPR Updates and California’s EPR Reporting Obligations - Webinar
DOT Issues Emergency Rule Limiting Commercial Driver’s Licenses for Foreign Nationals
New California Laws for 2026 and Beyond: What Employers Should Know
Cultivating Change: Agriculture at the Heart of the Energy - Technology Nexus
EPA Withdraws Proposed Effluent Guidelines for Meat and Poultry Processors
Breia Schleuss Named a 2025 ‘Notable Leaders in Banking’ Honoree by Twin Cities Business
Insights
EPA Proposes Revisions to Toxic Substances Control Act’s PFAS Reporting Rule — Adds Several Reporting Exemptions
Illinois Creates ‘Consent by Registration’ Jurisdiction for Toxic Tort Claims
DOT Issues Emergency Rule Limiting Commercial Driver’s Licenses for Foreign Nationals
New California Laws for 2026 and Beyond: What Employers Should Know
EPA Withdraws Proposed Effluent Guidelines for Meat and Poultry Processors
The EU Data Act: Impact on Connected Products and Device Manufacturers
The EU Data Act — Data Switching Rights for EU Customers
H-1B Cap Reached for Fiscal Year 2026 and Potential Process Changes Ahead
Packaging Updates on Compostability, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Microplastics
F-1, M-1, J-1 Visa Interviews Resume With Enhanced Screening of Applicants’ Online Activity
Events
Past Events
Bite-Sized Legal: Top 10 Food Regulatory and Litigation Developments From 2025 - Webinar
Bite-Sized Legal: Food Packaging Updates — EPR Updates and California’s EPR Reporting Obligations - Webinar
2025 Food & Agribusiness National Conference
Cultivating Change: Agriculture at the Heart of the Energy - Technology Nexus
What You Need to Know: Mastering International Arbitration Clauses in Cross-Border Contracts - Webinar
News
Faegre Drinker Welcomes Labor & Employment Counsel Stephanie Albrecht in Los Angeles
Breia Schleuss Named a 2025 ‘Notable Leaders in Banking’ Honoree by Twin Cities Business
Faegre Drinker Welcomes Former Senate HELP Committee General Counsel Barrett Tenbarge to Government and Regulatory Group
Jim Volling Honored With Pro Bono Institute’s Esteemed ‘Chesterfield Smith Award’ for Extraordinary Dedication to Legal Advocacy Work
Faegre Drinker Welcomes Food and Agribusiness Partner Michael Stark
Faegre Drinker Announces 2025 Partner Class and New Counsel Promotions
Mike Stewart Named “Minnesota ICON” By Minnesota Lawyer
Faegre Drinker Welcomes Derivatives Partner Ilene Froom to New York Investment Management Group
Amy Seidel Recognized as a ‘Top Woman in Law’ by Minnesota Lawyer
Faegre Drinker Expands New York Litigation Practice With Former EDNY National Security Deputy Chief Craig Heeren
Related Legal Services
Experience
Our Experience
Mama’s Creations, Inc. Acquires Crown I Enterprises Inc. for $17.5M
Client Wins Summary Judgment in Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Global Branded Food Company Defeats DOJ Immigration-Related Employment Discrimination Charge
Global Beverage Company Secures U.S. Visas for Senior Executives
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company Issues $500M in Senior Notes
Minneapolis Team Secures Over $27 Million for Cargill
Meet The Team
Meet The Full Food & Agribusiness Team
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Catherine H. Betts
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Mary Susan Gerber
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Andrew G. Humphrey
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William L. Roberts
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Dasha Ternavska
Senior Product Liability & Mass Torts Attorney -
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David R. Zook
Chair - Faegre Drinker Consulting