Indian Brand Farms Inc. v. Novartis Crop Protection Inc., No. 08-4484; Third Circuit; opinion by Stapleton, U.S.C.J.; partial dissent by Hardiman, U.S.C.J.; filed August 10, 2010. Before Judges Fisher, Hardiman and Stapleton. On appeal from the District Court. [Sat below: Judge Rodriguez.] DDS No. 32-8-xxxx [58 pp.]
A group of New Jersey blueberry farmers appeals orders of the District Court granting summary judgment to defendant Novartis Crop Protection Inc. on their claims for damage to crops allegedly caused by use of a pesticide manufactured and distributed by Novartis, AG600.