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Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame Tickets On Sale

LITTLE ROCK — Tickets are now available for the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame 28th annual induction luncheon, set for 11:30 a.m. on March 4 at Little Rock’s Embassy Suites Hotel. 

The Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame will induct six individuals whose leadership and service have brought distinction to the state’s largest industry segment. Luncheon tickets are $35 each. Individual tickets and tables of 10 are available by calling (501) 228-1470 or emailing aghalloffame@arfb.com. 

The mission of the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame is to build public awareness of agriculture and to formally recognize and honor individuals whose efforts have led to the prosperity of local communities and the state.

The newest class includes the late W.H. (Bill) Caldwell of Rose Bud, the late Hank Chamberlin of Monticello, poultry executive Gary C. George of Springdale, rice farmer and state Rep. David Hillman of Almyra, longtime Cooperative Extension rice specialist Bobby Huey of Newport and cattleman John Frank Pendergrass of Charleston.

 Follow the links below for detailed biographies and photos of each inductee: