With drought conditions being an issue across agricultural regions, the research team will investigate how naturally beneficial soil fungi, known as arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, can help rice and wheat better withstand water stress.
Delta Peanut has told its members and growers that it will be permanently closing.
Guest speaker Dale Clark, a local Master Gardener, highlighted various projects the organization takes on to beautify and support the region.
A deadly 2023 Jackson County crash highlights the potential consequences as agricultural burning increases across Northeast Arkansas
Members of the Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club will learn about community gardening at their next meeting.
The fair features nine days from late September to early October of carnival rides, food, and games, as well as agricultural competitions, vendors, and entertainment.
Arkansans can now see where wildfires are burning and how the state is responding as it happens.
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for wildland fire suppression kits through Oct. 2.
Thanks to a new USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service grant, Arkansas rice producers can once again participate in the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Waterfowl Rice Incentive Conservation Enhancement program.
The Department has designated all 75 counties at moderate wildfire risk, and 30 counties are under burn bans issued by county judges.