In this issue, we examine how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the business of agriculture and various commodity markets. We also explore the details of government programs designed to help reduce the impact of the outbreak on farmers and ranchers.
Arkansas farmers continue their work to keep food on tables during the COVID-19 outbreak; an excerpt from the new book, "Gene, Everywhere"; a fun Arkansas road trip idea; a classic comfort food recipe and more.
We profile Jim Carroll of Brinkley, the first Arkansan to serve as chair of the United Soybean Board, and we look at pest problems that farmers may face this spring and summer. We also have a wrap-up of the Arkansas Farm Bureau President's Leadership & Advocacy Tour of Washington, D.C. and columns on policy and ag law.
