If you ate today, thank a farmer.

As a former small farmer, I know the blood, sweat and tears that go into producing food to feed our communities.  As the state’s largest industry, Arkansas agriculture accounts for nearly one-quarter of the state’s economic activity ($16 billion annually), and provides one out of every six jobs.  That is huge people!

Did you know that Arkansas ranks No. 1 nationally in rice production, and is far and away the leader in baitfish production? The state is second in the number of broilers raised each year and No. 3 in catfish, cotton and turkey production. Additionally, Arkansas is the No. 5 producer of timber, the No. 8 producer of eggs, and the No. 10 producer of soybeans and grain sorghum.

The food, fiber and fuel that is provided by Arkansas agriculture keeps our state, and our nation, growing (and going) in just about every conceivable direction. 

Arkansas Farm Bureau is the voice of agriculture in Arkansas, supporting the farms and farmers who are so essential to our state and nation.  The Taste Arkansas blog provides inspiration and recipes for the wide variety of foods produced in Arkansas, such as corn, soybeans, catfish, poultry and rice.  The ARFB.com website is a wealth of information and links for learning more about the rich agricultural resources in Arkansas.  Join us in our enthusiasm at partnering with the Arkansas Farm Bureau – and stay tuned, there is plenty more in the works!

Website: www.ARFB.com

Blog: Taste Arkansas

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ArkansasFarmBureau

Twitter: @ARFB

We are planning some wonderful “Farm Tours” for our bloggers. Please email theparkwife@gmail.com if you are interested in being a part of this fun! No farming experience required!