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Arkansas crops: soybeans 77% and cotton 78% rated good to excellent

Monday, June 27 by Brownfield Ag News

Crop conditions declined slightly as temperatures rose and rainfall was scarce. Soybeans are rated 77% good to excellent, with 51% of the crop blooming. Just 2% of the crop is left to be planted. Cotton is rated 78% good to excellent with 51% squaring... Read More.

Arkansas farmer opens up about recovering from alcoholism

Friday, June 3 by Brownfield Ag News

The American Farm Bureau Federation is urging farmers to talk more about mental health wellness. During a recent webinar hosted by Farm Bureau, licensed professional clinical counselor Cynthie Christensen said speaking with a therapist is a big first step to combat mental health issues. “There... Read More.

Rice 93% and soybeans 78% planted in Arkansas

Tuesday, May 31 by Brownfield Ag News

The weather allowed for just 3 days suitable for fieldwork, but Arkansas farmers still made measurable planting progress. Rice planting is 93% complete, with 84% of the crop emerged, and 75% rated good to excellent. Soybeans are 78% planted with 69% of the crop... Read More.