We review the highlights of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee’s Ag Labor Working Group final report and recommendations to address challenges in the H2A program. Also, funds are available to help farmers markets across the state and we have all the details, plus more funding from USDA on climate-smart ag programs and a call for input on the revamp of the state’s water plan. We wrap up with a new farm-to-table restaurant recommendation from our producer, Matthew Magdefrau.
Local farmers are providing students in the North Little Rock School District with delicious meal options. From ribs to Wahrmund Farm roasts, Child Nutrition Coordinator Mary Lee Dennis and crew are changing the perception of school lunch. If you are a farmer and would like to get involved, visit the link below to get in touch with Mary Lee Dennis! https://www.nlrsd.org/page/child-nutrition
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.
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.
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.
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.
From combine to duck blind, Craighead County rice farmer Joe Christian, along with sons Alex and Grayson, explain the conservation and financial benefits of repurposing land during the winter through a popular hobby for Arkansans.
The Peterson Farm Brothers farm together near Assaria, Kans., and produce entertaining and educational YouTube videos along with farming and video updates on social media. Today they challenged and entertained Young Farmers & Ranchers from across Arkansas.
