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The Arkansas AgCast is a weekly podcast discussing the latest news, trends and issues impacting Arkansas farmers and ranchers.

Arkansas AgCast Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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    • 5.0 • 8 Ratings

The Arkansas AgCast is a weekly podcast discussing the latest news, trends and issues impacting Arkansas farmers and ranchers.

    The Ag Labor Working Group Report is Out, State Water Plan Updates and More

    The Ag Labor Working Group Report is Out, State Water Plan Updates and More

    We review the highlights of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee’s Ag Labor Working Group final report and recommendations to address challenges in the H2A program. Also, funds are available to help farmers markets across the state and we have all the details, plus more funding from USDA on climate-smart ag programs and a call for input on the revamp of the state’s water plan. We wrap up with a new farm-to-table restaurant recommendation from our producer, Matthew Magdefrau.

    • 42 min
    Reviewing the State Levee System, How the EPA Wants to Better Understand Ag and Much More

    Reviewing the State Levee System, How the EPA Wants to Better Understand Ag and Much More

    In this episode, we explore the reasons behind the EPA’s opening of its new Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and we calculate the impacts of 2023 weather disasters on crops in Arkansas. We also explore USDA's efforts to protect livestock and poultry farmers and cover Gov. Sarah Sanders' initiative to review Arkansas' levees, plus a lot more.

    • 44 min
    Deep Dive: Arkansas’ Ag Census Data with Mike Klamm

    Deep Dive: Arkansas’ Ag Census Data with Mike Klamm

    We invited Mike Klamm with USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service to join the AgCast and discuss the data from the latest Ag Census. From the number of family farms in the Natural State to the average age of farmers and a trend that might surprise you. We cover a lot of numbers on this episode, you don’t want to miss it.

    • 19 min
    USDA’s Ag Census Data, Changing Pork Prices and Consumption & Much More!

    USDA’s Ag Census Data, Changing Pork Prices and Consumption & Much More!

    The latest Ag Census data was recently released, and we break down Arkansas’ numbers. You may be surprised to learn what changed in the five years since the last census. We also talk about the Brazilian soybean and corn crop with data from the latest WASDE, including weather impacts. All of that and more on this episode.

    • 43 min
    Deep Dive: U.S. Beef Cattle Inventory and Price Trends

    Deep Dive: U.S. Beef Cattle Inventory and Price Trends

    On this episode, we sit down with ag economist Jake Cartwright for a closer look at current beef cattle prices and what could be driving them to near record-setting high levels. We'll also cover how market prices will likely make their way to grocery shelves and what that means for your bank account.

    • 18 min
    USDA Data on Projected Net Farm Income, a New Court Ruling on Dicamba & Much More!

    USDA Data on Projected Net Farm Income, a New Court Ruling on Dicamba & Much More!

    This episode covers the latest report on net farm income projections for 2024 and why it might set a record. We have some tips for farmers planning to be in the fields during the solar eclipse on April 8. We’ll also talk about the YF&R convention coming up and some menu options for the big game.

    • 47 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

Cottonhog ,

Excellent

Great podcast! Informative, fun, and relevant to anyone involved in Arkansas ag.

RazorbackFarmer ,

Good Banter, Better news

If you care about what is happening in Agriculture specifically In Arkansas, this is the podcast for you.

mattmagd ,

The #1 Source for Arkansas Ag News.

If you are trying to learn about what is happening in Arkansas ag this is the best place for it!

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