Agriculture

Aranyak Goswami, an assistant professor with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, explains how bioinformatics and machine learning are advancing crop science, animal health and genetics research in this segment from "Short Talks from the Hill."

Arkansas adds 42 farms to its Century Farm program as Gov. Sanders highlights mounting pressures on growers. Rising costs and market strains threaten one in three farmers without increased federal support.

A Native-owned farm, local food hubs and new conservation programs show how Arkansas growers navigate rising costs and limited land access while working to sustain small-scale agriculture.

On today's show, we discuss how local organizations in Arkansas are implementing unique solutions to support the state's vital farming economy. We also highlight TheatreSquared's upcoming performance of a Christmas staple, provide the latest updates on the Folk School building in downtown Fayetteville and more.

Saunders Real Estate held its annual Lay of the Land Conference in Fayetteville last week. The Lay of the Land report informs landowners and prospective buyers about current market values and ownership.

The Arkansas Farm Bureau’s Farm Trail program enters its second year, connecting consumers with farms across the state. Director John McMahon says the trail promotes local food, supports producers and helps educate Arkansans about where their food comes from.

On today's show, the University of Arkansas Herbarium is celebrating its 150th anniversary. Plus, two Fayetteville sites are on the Most Endangered Places list compiled by Preserve Arkansas. Also, details on the Ozark Painter, Makers and Shakers Art Crawl in Jasper.

University of Arkansas economist Alvaro Durand-Morat says low global rice prices and rising costs could force one in three Arkansas farms to close without federal aid.

On today's show, we hear from an agricultural economist about how global economics are affecting rice farmers in Arkansas. Also today, Dylan Earl stops by KUAF to talk about his new music. Plus, a rundown of the live music coming up in the region.

On this edition of the NWA Business Journal report, Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward tells Roby Brock that row crop farmers are struggling with high yields but low prices. He warns that without swift federal action, one in three farms nationwide could go out of business.