“The team at Barnes & Thornburg is very knowledgeable, creative, and responsive – always thinking several steps ahead. They provide excellent guidance with strong negotiating skills.” – AgTech client comment in Best Lawyers
Guiding agribusinesses from concept to consumer
We help clients bring products to market, capitalize on emerging opportunities, and adapt to shifting supply chain dynamics—all while managing the evolving challenges of the agriculture and food industry. Our attorneys advise clients across key areas in the full agribusiness and food production lifecycle:
- Corporate transactions and supply chain strategy – Structuring mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and supply chain and distribution agreements to drive growth while balancing risk, cost, and regulatory approval.
- Environmental and land use – Guiding clients on water rights, land use, sustainability programs, and compliance with environmental laws.
- Intellectual property and brand protection – Safeguarding innovations in agricultural technology, including proprietary formulations, trademarks, trade secrets, and other brand assets.
- Litigation and dispute resolution – Resolving commercial, regulatory, and product liability disputes with a business-minded approach.
- Regulatory compliance and risk management – Advising on environmental regulations and state and federal compliance, including FDA, USDA, and EPA oversight.
- Trade and international business – Navigating import/export regulations, tariffs, and international trade agreements affecting agriculture and food businesses.
- Workforce and employment – Addressing labor and immigration matters, union negotiations, OSHA compliance, and workforce disputes.
Legal counsel shaped by industry experience
With leadership experience in Fortune 100 agribusiness and chemical companies, as well as key roles in federal agencies overseeing global agricultural trade, our attorneys understand the industry’s pressures—from risk management to high-stakes transactions. We help biotechnology firms, food manufacturers, and agribusinesses navigate regulatory complexity and market shifts with forward-thinking legal counsel. Whether operating locally, nationally, or globally, we provide the legal strategies to protect your interests and strengthen your market position.
Agriculture and Food Practice Leaders
