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An Invasive Snail Found in Arkansas

The invasive Apple Snail was recently found in a live crawfish shipment coming from Louisiana to Arkansas. Experts say while there may not be an immediate concern for rice farmers currently, land owners and crawfish enthusiasts alike should be aware of the snails and alert Arkansas Game and Fish if they spot any of the invasive species.
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New Podcast Launch

AgriCulture is ArFB’s newest podcast, and the first episode is available today! Farmers and residents in the Buffalo River area are concerned. Discussion of a possible re-designation of the National River in late October drew more than 1,200 for a community meeting in Jasper, a town with a population of just 547. Longtime Searcy County residents Randy Clark and Bonnie Cash Glidewell attended, and in this debut episode of AgriCulture tell why locals are agitated. It’s the first of a 5-part AgriCulture series on the Buffalo River and its future.
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New EQIP Funding, La Niña Timing and Much More

On this episode we share how you can get involved in the State Water Plan update and when you should apply for Arkansas Century Farm status. We also cover new EQIP funding in Arkansas, give the forecasted timing for La Niña, share the latest data trends for ag industry greenhouse gas emissions and a lot more.
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AgCast Deep Dive: Catching Up with Congressman Crawford

Rep. Rick Crawford stopped by the AgCast studio to share updates on his work in D.C. On this Deep Dive episode, we talk about his leadership of the Ag Labor Working Group within the House Ag Committee. Rep. Crawford walks us through the recommendations of that group, how those could become a reality for farmers and the significance of bi-partisan agreement in this age of politics. We also talk about his aspirations for additional leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives and much more.
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Farm Friends Returns to Fayetteville

Farm Friends introduces Northwest Arkansas residents to agriculture. Now in its 28th year, more than 1,000 annually attend to learn about farming and how to care for animals.
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Miller’s Processing

Quality meats at Miller’s Processing in Dardanelle generate an 18-month wait list. Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma producers keep owners Tiffany and James Miller cutting. They also offer fine cuts of beef, pork and more at their store counter.
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