Stephanie Benton, an English Language Arts teacher at Harrison Middle School in Boone County, is Arkansas Farm Bureau’s 2024 Ag in the Classroom Outstanding Teacher of the Year. Benton was recognized April 11 during a special presentation at the school.
Rep. Rick Crawford stopped by the AgCast studio to share updates on his work in D.C. On this Deep Dive episode, we talk about his leadership of the Ag Labor Working Group within the House Ag Committee. Rep. Crawford walks us through the recommendations of that group, how those could become a reality for farmers and the significance of bi-partisan agreement in this age of politics. We also talk about his aspirations for additional leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives and much more.
Farm Friends introduces Northwest Arkansas residents to agriculture. Now in its 28th year, more than 1,000 annually attend to learn about farming and how to care for animals.
Quality meats at Miller’s Processing in Dardanelle generate an 18-month wait list. Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma producers keep owners Tiffany and James Miller cutting. They also offer fine cuts of beef, pork and more at their store counter.
Planting is in full swing across the state, so we hopped in the planter with Robert Stobaugh of Conway County to check on his planting progress with soybeans. According to the latest NASS survey, 26% of the projected soybean crop is planted in the state.
In Sebastian County, Brent Cooper is using the latest technology in artificial insemination to help customers achieve their cattle herd goals. Cooper Cattle, a part of Big Branch Breeders Service, gives us an inside look at the history behind the use of A.I. on their farm and what they are doing to continue improving their herd.
Congressman Bruce Westerman stopped by the AgCast studio to share some updates on his work in D.C. On this Deep Dive episode, we talk about his work as chair of the House Natural Resources Committee and how that’s beneficial to the Natural State. In addition, we recap the impact his America’s Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act will have on local communities and their ability to manage wildlife habitat. We’ll also cover the recent Energy Week legislation passed by the Natural Resources Committee and much more.
