Terrance Scott of Scott Farms in Cotton Plant says consistent rain and cooler temps have soybean, corn and rice crops in East Arkansas looking "very good" heading into August. Scott forecasts farms just north of I-40 to yield 60 bushels of beans per acre with just a few more rains over the next two months. See the crops and Scott smile while talking about the summer of 2023 in his region.

Ida Ruth Jones has been actively involved as a Farm Bureau member for more than 60 years; her hard work on the Women’s Leadership Committee, her dedication to continue to serve after her husband was elected to the state board and her outstanding efforts to represent agriculture in education and the public arena are just a few of the reasons she was named the Arkansas Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Diamond Award Recipient in 2022. Watch our latest video to learn more about her and her Farm Bureau legacy.

John Michael and Rachel Bearden of Friendship (Hot Spring Co.) and Chris and Brooklyn Heiser of Lamar (Johnson Co.) earned the top Young Farmers & Ranchers awards Friday during Arkansas Farm Bureau’s annual Officers & Leaders Conference at the Hot Springs Convention Center. The awards honor young farmers and ranchers ages 18-35 for the general excellence of their operations and their hard work and innovation.

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The Arkansas AgCast was recorded live from the 75th Annual Officers and Leaders Conference in Hot Springs. In addition to covering the top ag headlines around the country, producer Matthew gives a rundown of his perfect breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the Spa City. Check it out now!

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Arkansas Farm Bureau’s 75th annual Officers and Leaders Conference is set for July 20 - 21 at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Themed Navigating the Future, the event will feature professional development sessions, commodity division meetings, recognition of outstanding Young Farmer & Rancher families, and wrapping up with a keynote from Steve Roberts, a former football coach. The annual event is expected to draw more than 500 Farm Bureau leaders to Hot Springs.

On today's episode of the Arkansas AgCast we discuss a record investment for broadband infrastructure in Arkansas and take a close look at the latest WASDE data from USDA. And in proper form, we don't get out without discussing food, covering the best bites in Rock City Burger Week too.

Meet Reed and Sarah Kelley of Saltillo (Faulkner Co.), they are finalists for the Arkansas Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award. The Kelleys own Big and Rich Cattle Company. From their commercial cattle herd they sell replacement heifers and background and finish their own steers. Through their farm and careers, it is evident that Reed and Sarah are passionate about serving others. Learn more about the couple, their daughter, and how they have grown their farm from humble beginnings.

Meet Hannah Walker of Henderson (Baxter Co.), she is a finalists for the Arkansas Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award. Walker Farms began with a gifted replacement heifer has grown into a their own herd. With her career in education, Hannah is passionate about youth in agriculture and creating a legacy for her own children. Learn more about Hannah, her family, and how they’re building for the future.