ARE 309 UNIT 1 - Introduction

INTRODUCTION

Introduce self

Pass out file cards

Philosophy of class

1. Overview of laws affecting agriculture (will not discuss them all).

2. Sense of how pervasive law is --locally, nationally and internationally.

3. Gain an appreciation for the economic impact of law and an understanding of the economic issues.

4. Overview of the legal system-a brief civics lecture.

5. Develop an appreciation for the complexity and difficulty of enacting and enforcing laws.

6. With this overall view, recognize problem areas for farms and agribusiness.

7. Learn to spot issues.

8. Learn to think logically about the law. Question.

Review syllabus and schedule

The Final Project - How to do a Preliminary Environmental Site Assessment