The latest on new U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue, Chinese bean buys, cattle on feed, fungus concerns and more.

Early surveys show that Arkansas can expect another increase in peanut acreage this year, as the legume continues to be an attractive option for farmers coping with depressed commodity crop prices.

See how growing strawberries in what are known as "high tunnel" systems is allowing growers to expand their season and meet the demand for more fresh, locally grown berries.