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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.

Sen. Boozman Takes the Lead on Senate Ag Committee, News on the Arkansas Lithium Industry and Much More

On this episode, we cover the latest news on the state’s lithium industry, with new funding and a timeline for construction of Standard Lithium’s facility in south Arkansas. We also congratulate Sen. John Boozman for officially taking the reins of the Senate Agriculture Committee and much more. Get it here on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.
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Opening Day of the 95th General Assembly

Today marked the start of the 95th general assembly in the state of Arkansas. Our team is on site advocating on behalf of all farmers and ranchers, following the guidelines set by our grassroots policy. The General Assembly is set to run through early April.
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Snow Day on the Farm

Snow has blanketed most of the state, and while most Arkansans get to spend the day in the warmth of their homes, many farmers still must brave the elements to take care of their animals and farm. We gathered scenes from around the state of farmers breaking ice, putting out feed, and checking on animals. Enjoy the sights and sounds of farmers at work.
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Arkansas’ Largest Blackberry Farm

With 150 acres of blackberries, Ritter Farms in Judsonia lays claim to the title of the largest blackberry producer in Arkansas. In the average year, they ship more than one million pounds of blackberries that land in groceries all over the country. Watch to find out what goes into producing this delicious summertime fruit.
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