News & Media

Arkansas Farm Bureau Hires Brooks as Director of Finance

Michael Brooks has been hired as director of finance for the Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation, bringing more than a decade of experience and expertise to the Finance department. Brooks will manage the daily work of the department, including directing personnel involved in accounting, financial statements and overseeing the county records program.
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NASS Predicts State Soybean Yield Record, Arkansas Water Plan Updates and Much More

On this episode, we share USDA’s prediction of a record year for Arkansas soybeans and why that may not be a good thing for farmers. Plus, we have the details from the first phase of updates to the state Water Plan, what changes are proposed for the first time in a decade and how agriculture could be impacted. Hear all that and more on the state’s only weekly ag news podcast.
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De Queen Schools: Animal Science Building Groundbreaking

The De Queen School District broke ground for an animal science facility on Monday, aiming to expand agriculture education for its students. Once completed, the facility will provide hands-on learning in health care for animals and opportunities to earn industry certifications.
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Southeast Arkansas Wind Damage

Southeast Arkansas farmers planning to harvest this week were delayed by damaging winds Sunday night. Rice laid down and corn broke off when 60-plus MPH gusts stormed the area. Agronomist Jacob Appleberry says longer days and lesser yields are ahead.
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Corn Harvest Update with Jill Edwards

#Harvest24 has started for farmers across the state. We caught up with Jill Edwards of Faulkner County as she is starting her corn harvest for the year. Jill shares how her crop has progressed and her outlook for the coming harvest.
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Dawson's Farm

Muscadine and other jellies grown and canned at Dawson’s Farm are placed on the left and more delectables, made with help from neighbor gardeners, sit to the right. Watch how the sweet Dawson family proudly sets a table Saturday mornings at the Benton Farmers Market.
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Tribe Ranch: A Family Affair

From businessman to rancher, Robert Tankersley has fulfilled his dream of becoming a rancher by building Tribe Ranch. Tribe Ranch sells its unique Akaushi Wagyu beef direct to consumers. The ranch in Hot Spring County has successfully become a family business where Tankersley, along with his sons and grandchildren join forces to raise unique high-quality beef.
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