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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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Statement from Dan Wright, president, Arkansas Farm Bureau

Statement from Dan Wright, president, Arkansas Farm Bureau

We are disappointed by U.S. District Judge Frizzell’s decision to reject the proposed settlement agreements in the decades-long Illinois River Watershed case. The judge’s decision, once again, reignites uncertainty for Arkansas poultry farmers and puts their livelihoods at risk.
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Magen Allen | Partners in Advocacy Leadership

ArFB Vice President Magen Allen recently graduated for the Partners in Advocacy Leadership program hosted by the American Farm Bureau Federation. The two-year intensive training builds stronger industry leaders. Hear more about her experience and how it has prepared Allen to be a better leader and advocate for agriculture.
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Man of the Red Earth

Adam Chartrand (aka “the worm guy”) transitioned from gardening to producing garden-improving vermicompost business. His Man of the Red Earth business in Mayflower provides soil amendments for home gardeners and farmers using natural ingredients and nutrient-rich worm castings.
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Arkansas Farm Trail | Wade Lucas Farms

Wade and Marlene Lucas moved from Florida to Arkansas and started a farm supplying locals with everything from strawberries to fresh-baked pies. Wade Lucas Farms is one of this year’s Arkansas Farm Trail stops, and a visit to this serene Ozark valley farm won’t disappoint.
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House Members Call for Rice Trade Investigation, USDA News and Much More | Arkansas AgCast

On this episode, we take a closer look at ongoing fertilizer challenges and how federal officials are working to stabilize supply and invest in domestic production. We also cover a new push led by Arkansas Rep. Rick Crawford to investigate foreign rice trade practices, a which could significantly impact for Arkansas farmers and global competitiveness. In addition, USDA is offering new funding opportunities through the Local Agriculture Market Program to support direct-to-consumer sales and strengthen regional food systems. Finally, we highlight the selection of five Arkansas farmers to serve on the state Farm Service Agency committee and what it means for programs across the state.
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House Members Call for Rice Trade Investigation, USDA News and Much More

House Members Call for Rice Trade Investigation, USDA News and Much More

<p>On this episode, we take a closer look at ongoing fertilizer challenges and how federal officials are working to stabilize supply and invest in domestic production. We also cover a new push led by Arkansas Rep. Rick Crawford to investigate foreign rice trade practices, a which could significantly impact for Arkansas farmers and global competitiveness.<br />In addition, USDA is offering new funding opportunities through the Local Agriculture Market Program to support direct-to-consumer sales and strengthen regional food systems. Finally, we highlight the selection of five Arkansas farmers to serve on the state Farm Service Agency committee and what it means for programs across the state.</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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