Arkansas AgCast

Arkansas Farm Bureau

The Arkansas AgCast is a weekly podcast discussing the latest news, trends and issues impacting Arkansas farmers and ranchers.

  1. H-2A Reform, USDA’s Acreage Report and Much More

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    H-2A Reform, USDA’s Acreage Report and Much More

    On this episode, we break down a bipartisan proposal to overhaul the H-2A guest worker program, including changes that could expand access to ag labor and provide more certainty for producers. We also take a look at USDA's latest acreage report and what a major shift toward soybeans means for Arkansas agriculture. Finally, we discuss new rules governing the future use of feral hog chemicals and examine why Arkansas led the nation in farm bankruptcies in 2025.

    42 min

  2. 26 giu

    Senate Farm Bill Proposal, July 4th Cookout Cost and Much More

    On this episode, we break down the Senate Agriculture Committee's newly released farm bill draft, including proposed updates to the farm safety net, crop insurance, specialty crop programs and rural development. We also look at new research showing how low Mississippi River levels can reduce the prices farmers receive for their grain, discuss the White House's request for additional farm assistance and share the results of American Farm Bureau's annual Fourth of July Cookout Survey.

    56 min

  3. 11 giu

    AgCast Deep Dive: FSA State Director Ty Davis

    Host John McMinn sits down with newly-appointed Farm Service Agency State Director Ty Davis to discuss his farming roots, FSA programs that farmers can utilize and how his role in Senator John Boozman’s office helped prepare him for his role as FSA director in his home state.

    27 min

  4. 5 giu

    New World Screwworm Makes it to the U.S., ARC and PLC Updates and Much More

    On this episode, we break down USDA's new specialty crop assistance payments, a rare opportunity for farmers to review and update base acres, and the first confirmed case of New World screwworm in U.S. livestock in decades. We also cover major changes to federal farm program eligibility rules that could expand payment limits and increase flexibility for many farm operations beginning in 2026.

    41 min
  5. AgCast Deep Dive: Farm Bill Passes the House, What’s Next?

    28 mag

    AgCast Deep Dive: Farm Bill Passes the House, What’s Next?

    Host John McMinn sits down with Jay Robbins, Arkansas Farm Bureau’s senior director of national affairs, to discuss the recent passage of the farm bill in the U.S. House of Representatives. For farmers still relying on programs tied to the outdated 2018 farm bill, the move marks an important step forward.   The conversation explores what still stands between the bill and becoming law, including Senate markups, potential compromises and the challenges ahead.

    21 min

  6. 22 mag

    Fertilizer Expansion Efforts, Rising Diesel Costs Reshape Planting Decisions and Much More

    On this episode, we break down USDA’s latest efforts to expand domestic fertilizer production, how rising diesel costs are reshaping crop decisions for Arkansas farmers, and new trade commitments between the U.S. and China that could impact agricultural exports and input costs. We also look at continued strong demand for beef, pork and poultry despite higher grocery prices and what that means for livestock producers here in Arkansas.

    41 min
  7. AgCast Deep Dive: Mental Health Awareness Month with Mandy Young

    14 mag

    AgCast Deep Dive: Mental Health Awareness Month with Mandy Young

    Host Jason Brown sits down with Mandy Young to discuss mental health in agriculture and the work being done through Tailgate Time, a nonprofit built for mental health support services for farmers, their families, farm employees and others in agriculture. From stress and isolation to the realities facing farm families, we look at prioritizing mental health on the farm and in rural communities. The conversation covers common misconceptions about mental health, the process of seeking help and resources available, like AFBF’s Farm State of Mind. Tailgate Time Number: 870-680-0222 Gin Show Mental Health Panel Recording: https://www.midsouthfarmandginshow.com/managingstressandanxietyinanuncertainworld

    45 min

  8. 8 mag

    Arkansas Peaches Hit Hard, Farm Bill Passes the House and Much More

    On this episode, we break down House passage of the 2026 farm bill and what it could mean for producers as it heads to the Senate. We also cover major freeze damage to Arkansas peaches and blueberries, new USDA conservation funding opportunities and the timeline for applying for the Arkansas Century Farm Program.

    39 min
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Descrizione

The Arkansas AgCast is a weekly podcast discussing the latest news, trends and issues impacting Arkansas farmers and ranchers.

Informazioni

  • Canale
    Arkansas Farm Bureau
  • Creatore
    Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation
  • Anni di attività
    2017 - 2026
  • Puntate
    477
  • Classificazione
    Contenuti adatti a tutti
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Sito web del podcast
    Arkansas AgCast

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