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Agriculture
1 year ago
Groundbreaking for A-State College of Veterinary Medicine scheduled

“We are excited to bring together members of our community. Being a community-based model of education, collaboration on the A-State campus here in Jonesboro and across the state of Arkansas is essential for our success,” said Dr. Heidi Banse, dean of the CVM.

Agriculture
1 year ago
What types of agricultural loans are right for me?

At Farm Credit, we understand that applying for different farm loans can be overwhelming, so we’ve broken down common types of farm loans and whether or not they’re best for your operation. 

Agriculture
1 year ago
Annual conference on soil and water returns to A-State

“The program is structured to facilitate bringing in speakers from other areas to provide insight into soil, water, and environmental concerns as a holistic concept,” Benson said. “The program has grown to include Industry and government sponsors who support the conservation work that the conference promotes.” 

Agriculture
1 year ago
In case you missed it: Bills and resolutions filed by NEA lawmakers

The 2025 legislative session began Monday, and Jonesboro Right Now has compiled a list of all bills and resolutions filed and prefiled by lawmakers representing Jonesboro and Craighead County.

Agriculture
1 year ago
NEA representatives named to legislative committees

Numerous Northeast Arkansas legislators, including those representing Jonesboro and Craighead County, were named to state Senate and House committees yesterday as the 2025 legislative session began:

Agriculture
1 year ago
Arkansas Legislature Convenes Monday

95th General Assembly will focus on education, maternal health, public safety and prisons and tax policy.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Date set for A-State’s 31st annual Agribusiness Conference

Arkansas State University’s annual Agribusiness Conference, now in its 31st year, continues to provide timely information and agricultural policy education to farmers, agribusiness professionals, students and educators across the Mid-South.

Agriculture
1 year ago
College of Agriculture receives $450,000 gift to advance trading program

Arkansas State University alumnus and Lynn, Ark., native Dr. J.B. Penn has made a gift of more than $450,000 to support the innovative trading program jointly developed by the College of Agriculture and the Neil Griffin College of Business at A-State.

Agriculture
1 year ago
3 A-State alumni establish scholarship for future veterinary students

Future Arkansas State University students entering the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) will have the opportunity to benefit from those who came before with the establishment of the Smith, Whitney, Eubanks Veterinary Scholarship.  

Agriculture
2 years ago
Frances Cavenaugh files bill to regulate crop burning

State Representative Frances Cavenaugh (R- District 30) filed a bill on Thursday ahead of the 95th General Assembly that would place regulations on crop residue burning.