Don't Bet the Farm in Litigation before Considering Mediation: The Case for Agriculture Mediation Program Implementation

The American farmer wears several hats throughout each day. Each is a farmer, mechanic, businessperson, chemist, accountant, and economist. An ill-timed dispute resulting in litigation can cause farmers to miss planting or harvesting, lose property, or be denied credit. Agriculture mediation provides a unique opportunity for disputes-both big and small, and centered around agriculture-to be resolved in a timely manner.