Items by Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Risk Management for Carbon Programs: Questions Every Farmer and Rancher Should Ask
By Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on Jul. 1, 2025
The publication titled “Risk Management for Carbon Programs: Questions Every Farmer and Rancher Should Ask” is a practical and timely resource designed to help agricultural producers navigate the uncertainties associated with participating in carbon markets.
How to Find an Agricultural Lawyer
By Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on May. 1, 2025
Navigating today’s legal landscape can be challenging for farmers and ranchers, especially when dealing with issues unique to agriculture. “How to Find an Agricultural Lawyer” is a concise, user-friendly resource created to help producers identify and connect with attorneys who have experience in agricultural law.
Into the Woods: The Tax Uncertainty of Carbon Contracts
By Jonathan Shepherd | Extension Specialist and Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on Apr. 30, 2025
As woodland landowners look for income diversification opportunities, they may explore the potential of carbon sequestration as a revenue stream, particularly the potential income from woodland carbon programs. The federal income tax implications of this type of income are still not fully addressed in current tax law.
Key Legal Considerations for any Carbon-Related Agreement
By Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on Apr. 1, 2025
The publication titled “Key Legal Considerations for Any Carbon-Related Agreement” offers practical, accessible guidance for agricultural producers who are exploring or entering carbon markets. The guide emphasizes the importance of understanding the legal and operational aspects of carbon-related contracts before signing.
What is ESG and Why do Companies Care
By Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on Mar. 31, 2025
As businesses strive to meet sustainability goals and reduce their carbon footprint, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors have become key drivers of corporate strategy. While ESG reporting may seem like a concern primarily for large corporations and investors, it has growing implications for the agricultural sector as well.
Maximizing Value: 2025 Spring Application of Broiler Litter for Grain Crop Production
By Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on Mar. 31, 2025
Spring is here and grain producers across the state are gearing up for planting. One of the many decisions producers have to make before planting is in regard to their nutrient management plan. Broiler litter provides a great opportunity as a complete fertilizer and is being produced and used throughout the state in grain production. However,
Why are Carbon Markets Focused on Agriculture and Natural Resources?
By Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on Mar. 13, 2025
As carbon markets expand, agriculture and forestry are at the forefront of carbon credit generation, offering opportunities for landowners to engage in sustainable practices while benefiting financially.
Navigating Carbon Strategies: Understanding Offsets and Insets in Agriculture
By Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on Feb. 13, 2025
As corporations intensify efforts to lower their carbon emissions, two primary strategies have emerged: carbon offsets and carbon insets. While both approaches contribute to reducing environmental impact, they differ significantly in their execution and implications, particularly for the agricultural sector.
The Economic Value of Applying Broiler Litter in the Fall 2024
By Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on Nov. 25, 2024
Spring application of broiler litter is ideal for maximizing the economic value but faces challenges that include wet soil conditions, lack of time to spread litter near planting, and availability of litter in the spring.
Understanding ESG and Its Impact on Agriculture
By Jordan Shockley | Associate Extension Professor
Published on Sep. 27, 2024
As companies continue their quest to mitigate their carbon footprint, achieving a “net-zero” goal is one slice of their sustainability pursuit. There are three main factors that are used to assess the sustainability and ethical impact of a company’s operation.
