by - June 23, 2026 6:47 pm
The Agriculture Act of 2026 that would modernize loan limits that currently are based on 2012 realities, but bridge payments for struggling farmers would better come in a supplemental appropriations…
by - June 20, 2026 8:50 pm
A temporary closure at nine Riceland Foods’ rice drying facilities across eastern and southeastern Arkansas is highlighting the growing economic challenges facing the industry as a sharp decline in rice…
by - June 20, 2026 1:03 pm
Commercial tonnage on the Arkansas River was up more than 50% in May, with the gain driven mostly by gains in sand/gravel/rock shipments, and a more than 55% gain in…
by - June 19, 2026 5:40 pm
The Arkansas Legislative Council on Friday (June 19) approved $5 million to be allocated from the state’s restricted reserve fund for the construction of the University of Arkansas Department of…
by - June 18, 2026 6:04 pm
John H. Tyson, grandson of Tyson Foods founder John W. Tyson, signed an amended employment contract that will extend to Sept. 30, 2029. Tyson is board chairman, a position he…
by - June 18, 2026 4:28 pm
Arkansas soybean producers are invited to enter the 16th annual Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge (GFTG), a competition offering cash prizes for top yields while highlighting innovation and…
by - June 17, 2026 7:29 pm
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) appointed Brad Doyle of Poinsett County to represent Arkansas as a United Soybean Board director. Doyle replaces Dustin Henson of Paragould, after the completion…
by - June 17, 2026 7:28 pm
The New World Screwworm (NWS) infestation is spreading. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed additional detections of New World Screwworm (NWS)…
by - June 17, 2026 6:34 pm
Devin Cole has stepped down as chief operating officer (COO) at Tyson Foods, effective June 15, and was replaced by Wes Morris. Cole will collect a lump sum cash payment…
by - June 12, 2026 5:33 am
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for the Farmers Market Promotion Program, an initiative made possible through continued support from Farm Credit. Applications will be accepted until available funds…
by - June 8, 2026 10:01 pm
The New World Screwworm has arrived in the United States. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the detection of the lethal…
by - June 8, 2026 12:13 pm
The management shakeup continues at Tyson Foods, with the latest news being Wes Morris named chief operating officer. He will begin the job June 15, and is replacing Devin Cole,…
by - June 4, 2026 10:44 am
With the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) opening this fall, the new college at Arkansas State University is getting a head start on being part of the community. The CVM…
by - June 3, 2026 9:26 am
The Arkansas Farm Bureau has promoted Bryan Pistole to vice president of information technology and production, and hired Rob Roedel as vice president of communications. Pistole has been with Arkansas…
by - June 3, 2026 9:00 am
Genetics may help grape breeders determine what will be seedless and self-pollinating even years before vines bear fruit. The approach will save time and resources in the pursuit of creating…
by - June 2, 2026 1:24 pm
Five Rivers Distribution, which has made or participated in significant port facility investments in Fort Smith and Van Buren in recent years, is being sold to Seattle-based Carrix through its…
by - May 29, 2026 6:32 pm
Russellville-based Denali Water Solutions may file a plan with state officials to discontinue using a lagoon in Crawford County that allegedly resulted in “noxious fumes and odors” in the Fort…
by - May 28, 2026 11:58 am
Tyson Foods CEO Donnie King will step down in October at the end of the meat giant’s fiscal year. King, who has been with Tyson foods for 43 years, was…
by - May 27, 2026 3:45 pm
The Arkansas Beef Council has distributed $132,000 in funding for research and promotion projects. The selected projects will support the growth and market development of Arkansas’ beef industry. “Investing Beef…
by - May 27, 2026 3:20 pm
Milk is a frequent purchase at grocery stores and is why the milk section is at the back of the store. Improving the margins on milk sales is also why…
