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The 2022 rice season in Arkansas was "erratic" according to one agribusiness expert.
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War in Ukraine, heavy spring rains, then a prolonged summer drought impacted agriculture, said an economist for the University of Arkansas.
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Arkansas is among states struggling to handle the invasive animals, described as a multibillion-dollar plague on farmers, wildlife and the environment.
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Drought, high fuel prices and shipping disruptions along the Mississippi River are all leading to economic woes for Arkansas farmers.
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Rice, cotton and soybean acreage has fallen nationally according to a new USDA survey.
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The Arkansas projects — which involve scores of private and public partners — include rice, beef and cotton, with work in greenhouse gas emissions monitoring, carbon sequestration and regenerative practices.
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Much of Arkansas has burn bans in place, and with no rain in the forecast, gusty winds and low relative humidity, officials say the threat of wildfires is growing.
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Hear the latest Issues That Matter panel discussion recorded live on Sept. 1, 2022.
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The record-breaking donation goes to the Arkansas Foodbank as food insecurity continues to plague the state.
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Inflation is impacting cropland acre values, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Arkansas are up to $3,550 per acre, which is slightly lower than the national average.