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Agriculture is our state's largest industry, but what do you really know about farming and ranching?

You might recall the smiling farmers in overalls from books you read as a child or seeing cowboys at the rodeo. Maybe you have friends or family who farm, or perhaps all you know about agriculture comes from commodity reports on the evening news.

Whatever the case may be, part of the Arkansas Farm Bureau mission is to tell the "farming story." That means sharing the real stories of Arkansas farmers and ranchers, and highlighting the issues and trends that affect their livelihoods. We invite you to learn more by watching our videos, listening to our podcasts, reading our blog posts or following us in social media. If you have questions or need information from our staff of experts, we encourage you to contact us.

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USDA Opens Public Comment Period

USDA Opens Public Comment Period

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins a public comment period for stakeholders to provide feedback on the United State Department Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) reorganization plan, as outlined in the Secretary’s memorandum. Arkansas Farm Bureau urges its members to respond and provide comments on the USDA Reorganization Plan.
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Rice Harvest in Stuttgart

Harvest is underway at JAM Farms, where fourth-generation farmer Jordan Maier reflects on this year’s growing season challenges and the reward of harvest.
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The Cabot Patch | Arkansas Farm Trail

Carrying on his father’s legacy, Laird High has taken the reins at The Cabot Patch, a go-to spot for local produce. From strawberries and peaches to watermelons, the farm offers an array of seasonal crops. Planning a visit for your ArFB Arkansas Farm Trail passport stamp? Before you go, check their Facebook page for the latest hours and availability.
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Rice CEO Talks Tariffs In Industry Update

Farmers are feeling financial stress as rice prices dropped 37% in one year. Arkansas leads the nation in production, but with changing global tariffs, challenging economic conditions and unpredictable weather, what's the state of our rice industry? Keith Glover, CEO of Producers Rice Mill in Stuttgart and chairman of USA Rice, delivered an update this week to the Rotary Club of Little Rock.
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August WASDE Implications, EPA Releases New DEF Regulations and Much More

In this episode, we cover new EPA guidance aimed at preventing sudden diesel power losses that could save farmers millions and USDA’s August WASDE report with record corn projections and tight margins ahead. We also take a look at USDA reorganization proposal that would move key offices into regional hubs and how Brazil’s surging sorghum production is reshaping global markets.
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Time Prices Continue to Fall, USDA Stopping Subsidies for Solar Projects on U.S. Farmland and Much More

Time Prices Continue to Fall, USDA Stopping Subsidies for Solar Projects on U.S. Farmland and Much More

<p>On this week’s Arkansas AgCast, we take a closer look at the economic pressures weighing on the ag industry. John Deere is scaling back production with layoffs as farmers cut back on equipment purchases, while Arkansas’s timber industry continues to struggle under collapsing pulpwood prices and mill closures. We also cover the latest initiative to stop the destructive New World screwworm spread with a new sterile fly facility in Texas and USDA’s policy shift to end subsidies for solar power projects on farmland.</p><p>Farmers Market Application: <a href="https://arfbstateconvention25.vfairs.com/en/farmers-page">https://arfbstateconvention25.vfairs.com/en/farmers-page</a></p><p>College Pick ‘Em: <a href="https://fantasy.espn.com/games/college-football-pickem-2025/group?id=d114c024-6b65-4704-bf7d-7ef95119e0e0&amp;joining=true">https://fantasy.espn.com/games/college-football-pickem-2025/group?id=d114c024-6b65-4704-bf7d-7ef95119e0e0&amp;joining=true</a></p>
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Letter to U.S. Congressional Delegation from Agriculture Groups

As representatives of farmers, livestock and specialty crop producers, lenders, and other essential stakeholders in agricultural communities across the United States, we write to express our strong support for advancing a meaningful farm bill in 2024 that addresses worsening conditions in farm country. Given the enormous challenges facing production agriculture – including a farm economy that has taken a downward spiral – it is imperative Congress act before year’s end to strengthen farm policy for America’s farmers. It is critical that Congress pass a new farm bill that strengthens the safety net as many producers are facing multiple years of not being profitable and this is causing their overall financial situation to deteriorate.

Letter to Arkansas Congressional Delegation from Arkansas Agriculture

The undersigned organizations, representing the interests and well-being of Arkansas agriculture, write to express our deep concern regarding the escalating economic pressures that are threatening the viability of our agricultural communities.

2022 Ballot Issues | ArFB Positions

Details on Arkansas Farm Bureau's positions on various issues on the 2022 ballot.

Arkansas Livestock Drought Impact Explainer

The roughly two-month dry period during the summer of 2022 has been the worst drought in 10 years. While it has had an impact on all Arkansans, the drought has hit livestock and hay producers across the state especially hard. Livestock such as cattle, horses, sheep, goats and llamas rely on forages (grass, hay and other plants) for most or, in some cases, all of their diet, and this year’s drought has caused significant loss of forage availability statewide.

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