Every year, Arkansas Farm Bureau recognizes an educator who successfully incorporates agriculture into classroom learning with the Ag in the Classroom Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award. For 2026, the honor was awarded to Jenie James, a counselor at Ward Central in Lonoke County. James integrates agriculture into academics and oversees the Ward Central Cultivating Kindness Garden, a therapeutic space for students to learn while connecting with agriculture, wellness and service.

Just outside of Jonesboro, you’ll find Huffman Family Farms. Established around 1970, the farm has evolved through the years and is now operated by Mark and Kim Huffman. Hear about their love of farming and commitment to providing quality beef products to the community at this featured stop on the Arkansas Farm Trail.

On this episode, we break down USDA's new specialty crop assistance payments, a rare opportunity for farmers to review and update base acres, and the first confirmed case of New World screwworm in U.S. livestock in decades. We also cover major changes to federal farm program eligibility rules that could expand payment limits and increase flexibility for many farm operations beginning in 2026.

On this episode, we break down USDA’s latest efforts to expand domestic fertilizer production, how rising diesel costs are reshaping crop decisions for Arkansas farmers, and new trade commitments between the U.S. and China that could impact agricultural exports and input costs. We also look at continued strong demand for beef, pork and poultry despite higher grocery prices and what that means for livestock producers here in Arkansas.

Their sausage has been a staple for 70 years at the iconic Pancake Shop in Hot Springs, and their cattle routinely cross one of the city’s streets. Watch the unique G.E. Hawthorn family farm and meat processing story as it nears 90 years of operation.

Welcome to Berkeley Farm, a new addition to this year’s Arkansas Farm Trail. What began with plants grown in cups has expanded to greenhouses, rows of strawberries, and a farm store as Tyler and Lauren Castleberry continue to grow their farm in Faulkner County. From homemade sourdough bread to Mighty Rib-approved BLTs, you can find a variety of fresh, local offerings here.

In this “From the President’s Porch” update, we cover current challenges facing row crop farmers, ongoing developments in the Illinois River Watershed and recent conversations in Washington D.C. on issues impacting agriculture.

What started as a backyard garden grew into a high tunnel, strawberry patch and more. Today, Keith and Tammie Sutherland welcome their community to Onion Creek Farms & Produce in Lavaca, a featured stop on this year’s Arkansas Farm Trail.

On this episode, we break down House passage of the 2026 farm bill and what it could mean for producers as it heads to the Senate. We also cover major freeze damage to Arkansas peaches and blueberries, new USDA conservation funding opportunities and the timeline for applying for the Arkansas Century Farm Program.

More than 700 children squealed with delight, picking and devouring strawberries while touring Arnold Family Farm this week in Alma. The annual excursion teaches farm practices and where food comes from but requires lots of logistics and volunteers.