As rice planting wraps up, we caught up with Dr. Jarrod Hardke of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture to get an update on how this year's season is shaping up, and to get his thoughts on what lies ahead for the rice crop and Arkansas rice growers.

From the Vietnam War to Atlanta law enforcement, the helicopter used by Over the Top Aviation Inc. in Cash has seen a lot of history and a lot of action. Now Over the Top owner and president John Smith uses the chopper for aerial spraying of rice, soybean and corn fields in Northeast Arkansas. See how aerial application by helicopter works and learn more about the fascinating history of the aircraft and the company in our latest video.

Quality Gladiolus Gardens of Bay is celebrating its 100th year in business. Owner Brian Kelly tells us about the farm's rich history and its moves and changes through the years, and discusses how he finds success as a small specialty crop farmer in the delta.

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For Scott and Sherry Sullivan, sustainability means both environmentally and economically. While there are obstacles to both forms of sustainability right now, they believe dedication and hard work will keep their family's Triple S Ranch operating for years and generations to come.

The Senate Ag Committee held a field hearing today in Jonesboro, at the Fowler Center on the campus of Arkansas State University. Chair Debbie Stabenow and Ranking Member John Boozman heard testimony from Arkansas farmers, agriculture industry leaders and business leaders and officials serving rural Arkansas. Arkansas Farm Bureau leaders and members were on hand, and ArFB President Rich Hillman helped open the proceedings.

In honor of Dairy Month, we’re looking at a unique Arkansas dairy nestled in the Ozark Mountains. Scott and Tessa McCormick were looking for a change when they moved to the Natural State from Los Angeles County California in 2011. Their desire for change led them to building a farmstead dairy and creamery.

Last week, a group of 20 Arkansas teachers visited the Arkansas Farm Bureau headquarters in Little Rock for a special “Structure to Function” Teacher Workshop.

Jacob Tidewell and Seth Speight of Prairie Ag Service in Des Arc talk about the art and science of aerial rice planting.

Eight district Farm Families have been named in the 75th annual Arkansas Farm Family of the Year program, representing the diversity of Arkansas agriculture, the state’s largest industry.