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In this episode, we explore the reasons behind the EPA’s opening of its new Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and we calculate the impacts of 2023 weather disasters on crops in Arkansas. We also explore USDA's efforts to protect livestock and poultry farmers and cover Gov. Sarah Sanders' initiative to review Arkansas' levees, plus a lot more.

As the 2024 Presidents' Advocacy & Leadership Tour comes to an end, hear from several county leaders and Jay Robbins, our director of national affairs, about the importance of our time spent in D.C. The impact of Arkansas farmers on Capitol Hill has been felt.

Lindsey Rucker will take on a new role as Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) programs coordinator at Arkansas Farm Bureau. Jennifer Craig, previous YF&R coordinator, will shift her focus to the organization’s leadership development programs at Arkansas Farm Bureau.

The Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inducted its 36th class of honorees. Six incredible industry leaders were recognized for their service to agriculture in the state. Debbie Moreland, chair of the committee, spoke to us about the event and how you can nominate someone for the upcoming class.

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The latest Ag Census data was recently released, and we break down Arkansas’ numbers. You may be surprised to learn what changed in the five years since the last census. We also talk about the Brazilian soybean and corn crop with data from the latest WASDE, including weather impacts. All of that and more on this episode.

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Wahrmund Farms is a cattle ranch nestled at the base of Petit Jean Mountain. This family farm has carved a niche for selling beef to local school programs across the state and has a storefront in downtown Morrilton. Watch to learn more about this family and their farm! If you want more on the Wahrmund family check the extended Q&A on our Arkansas Agriculture blog. https://arkag.arfb.com/qa-with-local-farmers-at-wahrmund.../

Perry County farmer Kallem Hill was 12 when he inquired about the new girl at church. A decade later he married her. Watch the Hills’ sweet story and share yours in the comments.