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Agriculture is our state's largest industry, but what do you really know about farming and ranching?

You might recall the smiling farmers in overalls from books you read as a child or seeing cowboys at the rodeo. Maybe you have friends or family who farm, or perhaps all you know about agriculture comes from commodity reports on the evening news.

Whatever the case may be, part of the Arkansas Farm Bureau mission is to tell the "farming story." That means sharing the real stories of Arkansas farmers and ranchers, and highlighting the issues and trends that affect their livelihoods. We invite you to learn more by watching our videos, listening to our podcasts, reading our blog posts or following us in social media. If you have questions or need information from our staff of experts, we encourage you to contact us.

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Front Porch | Issue 138

Front Porch | Issue 138

America’s first Italian colony farmed through adversity in the Arkansas Delta; A Day in the Life of a Game & Fish Game Warden; Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame Inductees
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Arkansas Farm Trail Set to Launch March 28

Arkansas Farm Trail Set to Launch March 28

Arkansas Farm Bureau is excited to open the 2026 Arkansas Farm Trail, launching March 28. AFT allows farmers to share stories, connect with consumers and increase visibility for ArFB members producing direct-to-consumer goods. Returning for a second season, AFT is the first-of-its-kind Arkansas program that connects consumers with local agriculture and teaches about the state's agricultural industry.
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Cattlewomen’s Bootcamp

One called it “life changing” as ladies from across Arkansas learned various farm skills at a recent three-day bootcamp in Batesville. Animal handling, biosecurity, business management, weed identification and a tour of Chimney Rock Cattle Co., in Concord, were included.
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Celebrating National Ag Day

Happy National Ag Day! We recognize and celebrate the great farmers and ranchers of our state who feed Arkansas and the world every day. From cattle in the Ozarks to row crops in the Delta, it takes the state’s largest industry to keep Arkansas clothed and fed. Hear from farmers on what agriculture means to them.
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Conflict in Iran Driving Oil Volatility for Farmers

As farmers across the state gear up for planting season, an unexpected increase in input costs weighs heavily on their minds. With the Iran conflict resulting in the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, farmers are seeing significant increases in diesel and fertilizer prices at a time when margins are already razor-thin.
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Iran Conflict Influence on Fertilizer Prices, Updated Dicamba Guidelines and Much More

Iran Conflict Influence on Fertilizer Prices, Updated Dicamba Guidelines and Much More

<p>On this episode, we break down rising fertilizer costs and supply concerns tied to the Iran conflict, review a proposed farm bill framework for specialty crop disaster assistance and discuss increased scrutiny of U.S. ag exports at Chinese ports. We also cover important dicamba changes for Arkansas farmers ahead of the growing season.</p>
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Letter to U.S. Congressional Delegation from Agriculture Groups

As representatives of farmers, livestock and specialty crop producers, lenders, and other essential stakeholders in agricultural communities across the United States, we write to express our strong support for advancing a meaningful farm bill in 2024 that addresses worsening conditions in farm country. Given the enormous challenges facing production agriculture – including a farm economy that has taken a downward spiral – it is imperative Congress act before year’s end to strengthen farm policy for America’s farmers. It is critical that Congress pass a new farm bill that strengthens the safety net as many producers are facing multiple years of not being profitable and this is causing their overall financial situation to deteriorate.

Letter to Arkansas Congressional Delegation from Arkansas Agriculture

The undersigned organizations, representing the interests and well-being of Arkansas agriculture, write to express our deep concern regarding the escalating economic pressures that are threatening the viability of our agricultural communities.

2022 Ballot Issues | ArFB Positions

Details on Arkansas Farm Bureau's positions on various issues on the 2022 ballot.

Arkansas Livestock Drought Impact Explainer

The roughly two-month dry period during the summer of 2022 has been the worst drought in 10 years. While it has had an impact on all Arkansans, the drought has hit livestock and hay producers across the state especially hard. Livestock such as cattle, horses, sheep, goats and llamas rely on forages (grass, hay and other plants) for most or, in some cases, all of their diet, and this year’s drought has caused significant loss of forage availability statewide.

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