University of Arkansas Professor Aranyak Goswami is utilizing computational biology paired with artificial intelligence to find ways for farmers and ranchers to improve animal and crop health. Goswami says farmers should be aware of the artificial intelligence tools being utilized in the state to improve production of food.

Arkansas Farm Bureau (ArFB) is excited to announce the Arkansas Farm Trail (AFT), launching March 15. AFT allows farmers to share stories, connect with consumers and increase visibility for ArFB members who produce direct-to-consumer products. This first-of-its-kind Arkansas program will connect consumers with local agriculture and teach about the state's agricultural industry.

Hear from John McMinn, director of commodity activities and economics, as he shares about #ArkFarmTrail25. To learn more visit arfarmtrail.com

Arkansan Clay Newcomb digs deeply into rural America with his "Bear Grease" podcast, A Day in the life of an electrical lineman, Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame adds six Inductees

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Arkansas soybean farmers planted earlier the past two years and enjoyed record-breaking yields. When is too early, though, and what are the risks? University of Arkansas agronomist Dr. Jeremy Ross shares insightful research.

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The University of Arkansas at Monticello received a $3.7 million grant from USDA to restore bottomland hardwood forests in Arkansas. Hear more from Dr. Nana Tian, assistant professor of natural resources, about the aim of the project and how restoring forests can help develop and harness climate-smart commodities through restoration. Follow the link to learn more about the project and how to get involved. https://afrc.uada.edu/climate-smart-bottomlands/

Arkansas strawberry farmers raise about 130 acres annually. See how several experienced growers aim to increase production this year with both rare and unparalleled ideas.

On this episode, we covered the release of frozen Inflation Reduction Act funds, plus USDA plans to address egg prices and avian influenza. We also share the exciting news about ArFB’s newest program, the Arkansas Farm Trail. Get up to speed on all that and a lot more on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.