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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.

Beef Making Bank, For Now

U.S. cattle inventory reached a 75-year low in 2025, skyrocketing prices at sale barns and grocers. Cattlemen are unsure how to handle herds with unprecedented values and asking how long this will last. University of Arkansas Ag Economist Dr. James Mitchell and state ranchers offer insights.
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Unclogging Cache River Priority for Farmers

Removing log jams from Northeast Arkansas’s diminutive Cache River may temporarily benefit farmers, but long-term flood prevention remains paramount. Veteran crop grower Joe Christian and U.S. Rep. Rick Crawford are urging cooperative efforts between county, state and federal agencies to halt high-water destruction.
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Tasty St. Croix Sheep Rare in Arkansas

Close to 40,000 sheep roam Arkansas but only three herds of registered St. Croix. Dragonfly Ranch in Cave City raves about its parasite-resistant flock with Caribbean origins and flavorful fare.
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