Rising input costs tied to the conflict in the Middle East are adding strain to an already challenging farm economy. To better understand how global fertilizer market disruptions are affecting producers during spring planting, the American @FarmBureau Federation conducted a Fertilizer Availability Survey of farmers and ranchers across the country. More than 5,700 farmers responded to the survey, which was conducted April 4 through April 11.
Read more here: https://t.co/f9Ib76K88k.
For the farmers that feed us, the industries that drive innovation & growth, and even our homes –– water is at the center of it all. It was great to discuss opportunities to improve water delivery tools through the farm bill + EPA’s water infrastructure program reauthorization with leading partners and stakeholders.
As National Ag Week comes to a close, I’m grateful to @RobyBrock for the opportunity to share my Op-Ed.
At our family farm, we’re seeing neighboring farm foreclosures come across our desks every week — a sobering reminder of the challenges facing rural communities. Farmers are navigating pressure from every direction: consolidation and monopolies, rising input costs, unpredictable weather, and an increasingly complex political landscape. With Arkansas now leading the nation in farm bankruptcies, I felt compelled to speak up.
Cooperatives were originally built to protect farmers in times like these. The model is still strong — but it requires leadership that is willing to evolve, innovate, and meet today’s challenges head-on.
Thanks again to Roby for publishing and helping bring attention to this important issue.
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We’re honored to see the partnership between @MIT and @keofishfarms highlighted in a recent article.
Through collaboration with MIT D-Lab, we’re advancing practical, regenerative aquaculture solutions focused on water quality, sustainability, and strengthening U.S. food systems.
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Arkansas recorded the highest number of farm bankruptcies in the country in 2025. On this week’s Arkansas AgCast, we examine what’s driving the surge, from rice losses to rising credit dependence. We also cover new Argentine beef imports, USDA’s farm security initiative and market reaction to the latest WASDE report. https://t.co/xRQwhHPzON
We are happy to announce the Presidential Leadership Scholars class of 2026!
The program's 11th cohort includes an accomplished group of 60 #PLScholars who share a passion for addressing our toughest challenges and creating lasting, positive change in our country and the world.
One call from @RepRickCrawford turned into a concert for farmers that brought 4,500 people to Keo in just 30 days.
Wouldn’t recommend the timeline—unless the work can save lives.
Lesson learned: good today beats perfect tomorrow.
When agriculture rallies around mental health, real impact follows. This grassroots effort reached statewide—and we’re just getting started.
Grateful for the sponsors, volunteers, artists, and leaders who showed up for Arkansas farmers.More to come.
#HarvestForHope #ArkansasAg #FarmerMentalHealth #Leadership #KeoArkansas
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to Keo, AR on Dec 6th to show support for farmers. Music is going to be on fire @MattStellMusic@IIItimesaLady@RepRickCrawford. City of Keo announces Harvest for Hope concert following Arkansas Pecan Festival https://t.co/rY0S6HUOQC… @ArFB
I’m proud to be spearheading AR Harvest for Hope — a special concert and community event dedicated to supporting mental health in agriculture, inspired by @RepRickCrawford’s call to action and supported by the @ArFB.
We’ve got an incredible lineup coming together — including, @MattStellMusic and Rick Crawford’s Triple Nickel Band debuting “Country Strong.”
More details coming soon — but mark your calendars for December 6th after the Arkansas Pecan Festival and help get the word out. Let’s come together to lift up those who feed and fuel this nation.
#HarvestForHope #FarmStrong #CountryStrong #AmericanFarmBureau #MentalHealthMatters
Thanks to Reap grant from @USDA we’ve started preparing dirt work for solar installation at @keofishfarms. We trust @elonmusk’s math and know it’s the right thing for our family farm to diversify AG operations and reduce cost to help us continue farming.
Congratulations to @RepRickCrawford on being named Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee. He is dedicated to our national security and will help ensure our intelligence agencies perform the integral role we depend on to protect our country and interests.
2024 Track & Field News World Rankings
14 Razorbacks, Alums earn top 10 rankings
No. 2 World Ranking for trio of Jamaican Razorbacks
Rojé Stona | Discus Olympic Gold
Ackera Nugent | 100m Hurdles World Leader
Wayne Pinnock | Long Jump Olympic Silver
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