Agriculture remains the most dangerous industry in the United States, and working with livestock poses its own set of unique hazards. Whether a new or experienced producer, it’s important to be mindful of best safety practices to protect yourself, your family and your herd. For more resources on proper livestock safety and handling, visit https://www.uaex.uada.edu/farm-ranch/special-programs/safety-services/livestock-handling-safety.aspx.
Congressman French Hill visited White County to meet with local farmers and hear firsthand about the challenges they face. The visit began with a tour of Reaper Farms in Searcy and continued with a roundtable discussion at the White County Farm Bureau office. Producers shared key issues affecting agriculture and emphasized the support needed from the congressional delegation.
House Ag Committee Chair G.T. Thompson says “farm bill 2.0” is in motion, even with Congress on recess. We break down the latest reporting from AgriPulse and what it means for funding priorities like conservation, SNAP and rural broadband. We also highlight how the Arkansas Department of Agriculture is supporting wildfire response across the state with 75 new wildfire suppression kits available for rural volunteer fire departments. Listen to all the news that matters to Arkansas farmers.
Making silage saves money. Simon Brothers Dairy in Conway has it down to a science, feeding 200 prolific cows for a year while cutting cost 50%. Learn more about the complex process in this video.
Nita Cooper, 2025 Women's Leadership Committee chair, welcomed us to her multi-generational operation to learn about her farm, family and service to Farm Bureau.
Brody Cupples, 18, of Nashville (Howard County) and Nate Bucci, 16, of London (Pope County) were the winners of the 2025 Arkansas Farm Bureau Rice is Nice Cooking Contest hosted at the state fairgrounds on July 24.
Cupples’ Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet won the “Main Dish” category while Bucci’s Cheesy Sicilian Arancini won the “Party Idea” category.
Ember Boyce, 11, of Nashville (Howard County) and Everett Hutton, 13, of Jonesboro (Craighead County) were the winners of the 2025 Arkansas Farm Bureau Dairy Foods Contest hosted at the state fairgrounds on July 24.
Boyce’s Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole won the “Main Dish” category while Hutton’s Strawberry Shortcake Pudding won the “Party Idea” category.
At Crabtree Farms Produce in Crawford County, family is at the heart of everything they do, from the row-crop operation to the bustling produce market. Known for their melons and other farm-fresh produce, this is a must-stop on the ArFB Arkansas Farm Trail. Their season goes by fast, so be sure to visit soon!
