Thanks to a grant from USDA, the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is set to install 20 high-tech weather stations in regions throughout the state. The stations will collect vital data from locations in each region to create a quality weather reporting system, helping farmers better manage irrigation, pests and crop physiology.

Wade Marshall and his sister began farming nine years ago. Just three miles from the future Buc-ee’s, Salt Box Farm offers u-pick berries and fresh produce while giving visitors from the city a chance to experience a little slice of heaven at this featured stop on the Arkansas Farm Trail.

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Arkansas Farm Bureau welcomes summer interns Lilly Bowen of Southern Arkansas University and Jonah Savell of Arkansas Tech University. The students will gain hands-on experience and improve professional skills while advancing Arkansas Farm Bureau’s mission to be the voice for farmers and ranchers.

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The 79th annual Arkansas Farm Family of the Year program has announced its eight district farm families, highlighting the diverse sectors that make up the state’s largest industry, agriculture.

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Allan Hudson, a 25-year health insurance professional, has joined Arkansas Farm Bureau as director of health plans.

Every year, Arkansas Farm Bureau recognizes an educator who successfully incorporates agriculture into classroom learning with the Ag in the Classroom Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award. For 2026, the honor was awarded to Jenie James, a counselor at Ward Central in Lonoke County. James integrates agriculture into academics and oversees the Ward Central Cultivating Kindness Garden, a therapeutic space for students to learn while connecting with agriculture, wellness and service.

Just outside of Jonesboro, you’ll find Huffman Family Farms. Established around 1970, the farm has evolved through the years and is now operated by Mark and Kim Huffman. Hear about their love of farming and commitment to providing quality beef products to the community at this featured stop on the Arkansas Farm Trail.