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Promoting agriculture and advocating for farmers, landowners, and agricultural businesses. Focused on telling the story of row crop agriculture in AR.
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We are excited to see everyone this Thursday in Stuttgart the the Grand Prairie Center for our annual meeting. This event wouldn’t be possible without our generous sponsors! 🙌
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Historic day in Arkansas with the swearing in of Arkansas’s 47th Governor, Sarah Huckabee Sanders. We wish her well as she begins her work as Governor of Arkansas! m.youtube.com/watch?v=wRiYY6
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Congratulations to Dr. Greenwalt & . A well deserved honor. He’s added tremendous value to Arkansas agriculture throughout his career. As an organization, we are fortunate to have his involvement and leadership through his service as a board member.
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It is with great pleasure to announce that our very own Dr. Bert Greenwalt, professor of agricultural economics, has been selected to be inducted into the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame! Since 1987, there are just 181 honorees of this prestigious award.
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Congratulations to the next class of inductees to the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame. Another group of industry leaders with significant impacts in Arkansas and beyond. Induction ceremony slated for March 3rd in Little Rock. agcouncil.net/news/arkansas-
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Radar estimates 12" of rain has fallen near De Witt over the last 24 hours. Authorities are reporting multiple homes flooded and numerous roads under water. #arwx
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Our Director of Data Science, Aaron Shew, attended the Board of Directors Meeting this week and spoke on how is transforming the land marketplace. This was a great opportunity for us to gain insights on advances being made in the ag industry! #agtwitter #ag
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There is a great deal of work still ahead, & we look forward with optimism as we continue our efforts to strengthen & advance our industry. More…agcouncil.net/news/reed-name
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We are fortunate & excited for him and our organization as he works with our members to lead us through his upcoming two year term. He follows the footsteps of many great leaders for Arkansas’s row crop industry including his immediate predecessor John King III of Helena.
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He’s active in his local community & with other agricultural organizations, including the where he currently serves as Chairman of the American Cotton Producers (ACP). He’s been recognized with many accolades for his business & service career already.
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At our annual board of directors meeting, Nathan Reed of Marianna was elected to serve as president of the Ag Council. Nathan, who is a graduate of the University of Arkansas School of Law, farms 8,500 acres of cotton, corn, soybeans & rice with his wife (Kristin) & their 4 kids.
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We also received a summary of the 2022 election and an Ag Department update from Secretary Ward. We thank all of our guest speakers and their respective organizations & businesses for sharing such valuable information & insights.
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Day 2 of our board of directors annual meeting featured guest speakers who covered a range of issues including farm labor, ag research/education/extension, farmland real estate, & commodity markets.
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Day 1 of Ag Council Annual Board of Directors Annual Meeting was a success. We took care of business items and enjoyed a visit from Governor-elect Sanders and Ag Secretary Wes Ward. We look forward to continuing our work to advance Arkansas agriculture!
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We look forward to continuing our work with . as Secretary of Ag for Arkansas! Very pleased with the appointment by .. Secretary Ward has done well to lead the ., which provides many important services for Arkansas’s #1 industry.
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I'm excited to be reappointing @Wesley__Ward as the Secretary of @ARDeptofAgricul.
He has done an excellent job growing our largest industry while serving our nation in uniform. Agriculture is the backbone of our economy - and together we will work to remain a global leader.
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Rainy week ahead: 7 day rainfall totals are expected to be around 4 to 6 inches across the Mid-South with locally heavier amounts possible. We're expecting rain in the forecast every day this upcoming week starting tomorrow 🌧️
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Congress has a responsibility to pass a #FarmBill that ensures our family farmers and ranchers have the tools they need to succeed. As leader, I'm committed to getting it done. READ my latest column explaining why it matters to every American.
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11/27 11:06 AM CST: Severe storms with a threat for strong tornadoes, wind damage, and some hail will be possible Tuesday from the Sabine River Valley and lower MS Valley into the mid MS Valley. A significant severe-weather event appears likely across parts of this region.
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Thankful for the Arkansas Turkey Industry- Positive economic impact of the #turkey industry is celebrated annually with a state proclamation. #Thanksgiving farmprogress.com/poultry/thankf @whithaigwood @CargillGrainUS @butterball @ThePoultryFed #Thanksgiving2022
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Winter wheat crop insurance deadline reminder: Today’s the final date to apply for crop insurance coverage for the 2023 crop year. More…arkansascrops.uada.edu/posts/crop-ins
A historic announcement today in Arkansas. announced new 🇺🇸 investments in initiatives that will help 🇺🇸 farmers continue to lead the world in sustainable production of safe, abundant, affordable, and climate friendly food, fiber & fuel.
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I’m excited to announce the first awards for our Partnerships for Climate Smart Commodities. This funding opportunity is the first of its kind, and will make a significant difference for producers dealing with climate change. #climatesmart
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Arkansas farmers harvesting sunlight for power
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Obituary of Sam Epstein Angel:
Sam Epstein Angel, 83, lifelong resident of Lake Village, passed away on Monday, August 15th, 2022.
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Sam Angel, the longest-serving civilian member in the history of the Mississippi River Commission, has died. reports. bit.ly/3QuCcm7 #ARnews
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Spotting your pipe in the #PushforPickUp app is so fast and easy, you'll wonder why you didn't do it sooner. Check it out:
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Great article on renewable energy (solar) in agriculture featuring 3 board of director members. We are definitely seeing growth in production & utilization of such energy across Arkansas.
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Since the establishment of the Arkansas Agricultural Council in 1939, the #cotton industry in the state has seen great benefits and support. Learn more about how influences #agriculture in #Arkansas by watching this video:
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Congressional democrats send budget reconciliation package with spending increases to USDA conservation programs to
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Historic funding bill for addressing climate change clears Congress agri-pulse.com/articles/18122
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USDA's latest forecasted crop production for Arkansas: nass.usda.gov/Statistics_by_
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Thank you & #arleg for working to enact important & meaningful tax & inflation relief for Arkansas farmers, small businesses, & workers. Bringing Arkansas into conformity on Section 179 is a big deal for our state’s leading industry!
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We appreciate Secretary for joining the summer meeting this morning in Little Rock. He noted the importance of the cotton industry to the State of Arkansas and his commitment to advancing policies that support farmers & the industry.
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Ag Council of Ark VP & American Cotton Producers Chairman Nathan Reed welcomes Senator to speak to U.S. cotton farmers at today’s summer meeting in Little Rock, AR. We are grateful for his service & absolute commitment to 🇺🇸 agriculture.
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"Easy, efficient and there's a rebate. You can't ask for anything more than that!" We caught up with Trey Reaper from Searcy, AR to talk about his experience using the Push for Pick Up app last season. hubs.ly/Q01hClPf0 #pushforpickup #deltaplastics
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