Arkansas AgCast

By Arkansas Farm Bureau FederationBusiness

Arkansas AgCast episodes

September 15, 2023 Mississippi River Levels and the Latest WASDE Numbers
On the latest episode of the AgCast, the crew takes a close look at this month's WASDE numbers, we give some dollars and cents for the Mississippi River level challenges and much more. Watch or listen here or on your favorite podcast platform!
41 min
September 08, 2023 USDA Farm Income Report, Harvest Progress, Meat Processing
Tune in to the latest Arkansas AgCast episode to learn about new federal funds available to meat processors in Arkansas. We also break down the latest farm income report from USDA, give the latest on harvest progress and crop quality, and much more!
Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program application: https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/business-programs/meat-and-poultry-processing-expansion-program
47 min
August 31, 2023 River Levels Dropping, Harvest Underway, & More!
On this episode of the AgCast, we'll talk about the latest updates on WOTUS and the ag industry's reaction to the changes. We'll also talk about how river levels could be impacting farmers just as harvest gets underway and a quick and simple way to provide feedback on ag labor issues.
Ag Labor Survey link: https://agriculture.house.gov/policy/agricultural-labor-working-group.htm?utm_source=Ag[…]tm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-78d3e191f7-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D
51 min
August 29, 2023 Deep Dive with Dr. Kyle Cunningham
We invited Dr. Kyle Cunningham to join us in the studio to record an AgCast Deep Dive episode. During our conversation, we covered the role of the state forester, Dr. Cunningham‘s priorities for the state’s forestry industry and many more topics. Take a few minutes and listen to this episode to gain a bit more insight into one of Arkansas‘s most important agriculture sectors, the timber industry.
32 min
August 25, 2023 Arkansas Ag Innovation Challenge, Ag Lending Rates, & More
We discuss the State Water Plan executive action announced this week, how ag lending rates can impact the cost of production and we'll tell you how to bring your solution for the ag industry to life with the Arkansas Ag Innovation Challenge. It's all on this week's episode of the AgCast, where you can watch or listen to stay up-to-date with the news that impacts the Arkansas agriculture industry.
52 min
August 18, 2023 WTO Ruling, WASDE Report, and Crop Updates
On this episode of the AgCast, we report on a WTO ruling that impacts Chinese-imposed tariffs for ag products. We also give a crop quality update and share the latest from the WASDE report plus lots more. Watch or listen to be updated on the latest news that impacts Arkansas agriculture.
48 min
August 11, 2023 Ag Land Values, Tyson Foods Plant Closures, USDA Funds
From rising ag land values and cash rent trends to the impact of Tyson Foods plant closures, plus the latest USDA funds coming to the state. Catch all the latest developments impacting the state's agriculture industry on the latest episode of the Arkansas AgCast.
46 min
August 04, 2023 India Rice Ban, U.S. Cattle Inventory & Watermelons
On this episode, we talk about India's new rice ban, give the latest on U.S. cattle inventory numbers and take a moment to appreciate delicious watermelon on hot summer days. Get all that and more, here:
38 min
July 27, 2023 AgCast Deep Dive with Glen Howie
On this AgCast Deep Dive episode, we are joined by state broadband director, Glen Howie, to take a closer look at the recently-announced $1 billion grant for broadband expansion in the state. Glen shares the details of how the funds will be used, when we should expect to see action and offers a way for the state's farmers and ranchers to get involved in their home counties. For background on the funding, see the recent news here: https://senate.arkansas.gov/senate-news/posts/2023/july/arkansas-to-receive-1-billion-for-broadband-expansion/#:~:text=LITTLE%20ROCK%20%E2%80%93%20Arkansas%20officials%20announced,intend%20to%20spend%20the%20funds.
26 min
July 21, 2023 75th O&L Conference, Respect Rural Roads Project, & More
The Arkansas AgCast was recorded live from the 75th Annual Officers and Leaders Conference in Hot Springs. In addition to covering the top ag headlines around the country, producer Matthew gives a rundown of his perfect breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the Spa City. Check it out now!
50 min