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The Arkansas AgCast is a weekly podcast discussing the latest news, trends and issues impacting Arkansas farmers and ranchers.

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On this episode we discuss how an increase in farm income projections will not necessarily translate into more profit for farmers. Plus, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Feral Hog Program Coordinator Ryan Farney joins the show to discuss the feral h... more

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Arkansas Farm Bureau’s Beef Economist Addie Stamps joins the show to discuss the planned import of 300,000 metric tons of beef into the U.S. Also, we’ll discuss biofuel news and new risk management tools for cattle producers.

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On this episode, we discuss President Donald Trump’s announcement to import beef in an effort to lower prices at the grocery store. We also welcome Keith Glover, CEO of Producers Rice Mill, to discuss historically low rice acres in Arkansas and the l... more

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On this Arkansas AgCast Deep Dive, Clay Parker, ArFB’s Young Farmers and Ranchers vice chair, discusses the current work being done by the Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee, challenges facing young farmers and ranchers, and how being involved with... more

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Recent Guests

Ron Farney
Feral Hog Program Coordinator for Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Episode: Farm Income Projections and Feral Hogs with Ryan Farney
Addie Stamps
Beef Director, Commodity and Regulatory Affairs Department
Arkansas Farm Bureau
Episode: Biofuel, New Risk Management Tools for Cattle and Beef Imports with Addie Stamps
Keith Glover
President and CEO of Producers Rice Mill
Producers Rice Mill
Episode: Imported Beef, Farm to School Funding and Low Rice Acres with Keith Glover
Clay Parker
Vice Chairman, Young Farmers and Ranchers (YFNR)
Arkansas Farm Bureau
Episode: AgCast Deep Dive: Discussing ArFB’s Young Farmers & Ranchers Program
Jarrod Yates
Executive Vice President, Arkansas Farm Bureau
Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation
Episode: AgCast Deep Dive: ArFB Executive Vice President Jarrod Yates
Dr. Ryan Loy
U of A Assistant Professor and Extension Ag Economist
University of Arkansas
Episode: AgCast Deep Dive: Dr. Ryan Loy Discusses International Trade
Hunter Biram
University of Arkansas Assistant Professor and Extension Agricultural Economist
University of Arkansas
Episode: AgCast Deep Dive: Farm Bill Update, Farm Aid Potential, Crop Insurance and More.
Ty Davis
Arkansas State Farm Service Agency Director
USDA Farm Service Agency
Episode: AgCast Deep Dive: FSA State Director Ty Davis
Lily Bowen
PR intern in studio for the week
Arkansas Farm Bureau
Episode: New World Screwworm Makes it to the U.S., ARC and PLC Updates and Much More

Hosts

John McMinn
Host of Arkansas AgCast and Deep Dive series; Co-host, affiliated with Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation
Jason Brown
Host of The Arkansas AgCast and Deep Dive episodes; frequent co-host
John McMahon
Co-host of Arkansas AgCast; contributes in-depth policy and farm program discussion

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Great podcast

    I’m an Arkansas cattle rancher and this podcast is at the top of my list every week! It’s as entertaining as it is informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StacyinAR
    United Statesa year ago
  • Easy Arkansas Ag News

    Great source for ag news in Arkansas, and it won’t put you to sleep!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    :-):-):-):-)1234
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent

    Great podcast! Informative, fun, and relevant to anyone involved in Arkansas ag.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cottonhog
    United States3 years ago
  • Good Banter, Better news

    If you care about what is happening in Agriculture specifically In Arkansas, this is the podcast for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RazorbackFarmer
    United States4 years ago
  • The #1 Source for Arkansas Ag News.

    If you are trying to learn about what is happening in Arkansas ag this is the best place for it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattmagd
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise practical Arkansas-focused ag policy insights and timely market updates.
Fans value candid banter balanced with expert context from academia and policy experts.
The show is seen as a go-to source for state-level farm news and Farm Bureau perspectives.

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AgCast Deep Dive: ArFB Executive Vice President Jarrod Yates
Q: Walk us through the policy development process and why it matters for Arkansas agriculture.
The process starts with local discussions in county Farm Bureaus, where recommendations on policy are formed; these are reviewed by commodity divisions and then sent to voting delegates at the state convention, where official positions are adopted to guide advocacy at local, state, and federal levels, with alignment to the American Farm Bureau policy when appropriate.
AgCast Deep Dive: Dr. Ryan Loy Discusses International Trade
Q: What are the major drivers behind the current volatility in agricultural trade?
Geopolitical tensions near the Strait of Hormuz, changes in energy costs, and shifting demand from China, plus competition from Brazil, all interact to create volatility that influences crop prices, input costs, and planting decisions.
AgCast Deep Dive: Farm Bill Passes the House, What’s Next?
Q: What are the big-picture items to watch in the next Farm Bill and how might they affect Arkansas farmers?
Key items include updates to the farm safety net, disaster relief framework, regulatory certainty in interstate commerce, risk management for specialty crops, investment in research and conservation, and adjustments to SNAP and Prop 12 considerations. These elements shape funding, eligibility, and operational flexibility that directly impact producers in Arkansas.
AgCast Deep Dive: Farm Bill Passes the House, What’s Next?
Q: What movement have we seen in the Farm Bill and efforts by Congress to pass a new Farm Bill, and what is the current timeline?
There has been movement with the House passing the Farm Food National Security Act and sending it to the Senate. The next steps involve Senate markups, likely in early June, followed by potential conference negotiations to reconcile differences before final passage, a process complicated by election-year dynamics and the need to secure 60 votes in the Senate.
AgCast Deep Dive: Mental Health Awareness Month with Mandy Young
Q: Is there a cost to accessing Tailgate Time services?
No, the services are provided free of charge to farmers and their households, funded through grants and donations.

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A practical, Arkansas-focused agriculture show that blends policy updates, market analysis, and on-the-ground farming realities. Episodes frequently drill into Farm Bill developments, commodity prices, fertilizer and input costs, and regulatory changes, while weaving local context from Arkansas producers and institutions. Notable strengths include deep dives with subject-matter experts, a steady stream of timely updates, and a collaborative, technician-to-farmer tone that makes complex policy approachable for practitioners. It's particularly useful for listeners who want clear implications for budgeting, planning, and operations in Arkansas agriculture, and for sponsors seeking a locally aligned, policy-aware audience.

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Recent guests on Arkansas AgCast include:

1. Ron Farney
2. Addie Stamps
3. Keith Glover
4. Clay Parker
5. Jarrod Yates
6. Dr. Ryan Loy
7. Hunter Biram
8. Ty Davis

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