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PODCAST: ArFB State Resolutions Meeting 2017

Resolutions are submitted by each county Farm Bureau that are discussed and approved for consideration by voting delegates at the organization’s annual business session. Jeff Pitchford, Director of State Affairs for Arkansas Farm Bureau, explains the importance of the resolutions process.
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PODCAST: The State of Rice

In the conversation Michael Klein of the USA Rice Federation updates the situation concerning rice trade with China and why protecting the North American Free Trade Agreement with Mexico and Canada is so important.
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Front Porch Magazine - Fall 2017

In this issue: Congressman Bruce Westerman and his bill to improve federal forest management, Conway County farmer Billy Wilchman's unique path to becoming a pecan grower, the Mom at the Meat Counter blog and more.
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2017 Arkansas State Fair Livestock Show

Whether they receive a ribbon, earn champion status or sell their animal, thousands of young people learn valuable life lessons each October at the State Fair Livestock Show.
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PODCAST: UAM’s Bob Stark on Collegiate Farm Bureau, tomatoes & more

The University of Arkansas at Monticello has a vibrant and successful Collegiate Farm Bureau Chapter that is allowing agriculture majors to learn more about Farm Bureau and develop leadership skills. Hear faculty advisor Bob Stark discuss the program and their research on heirloom tomatoes.
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PODCAST: Arkansas State Fair Livestock Show Wrap-Up

The Arkansas State Fair Livestock Show ends with the annual Junior Livestock Auction or Premium Sale. In this conversation, Sherman Lites, State Fair Livestock Administrator, explains how having their animals judged during the event is an important learning experience for Arkansas youth.
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