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LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Arkansas Catfish Promotion Board today announced $80,417 in funding for research and promotion projects. The selected projects will support the growth and market development of Arkansas’ catfish industry. “As the birthplace of U.S. commercial catfish farming and the nation’s third‑largest producer, Arkansas plays a defining role in the industry’s success,” said Brad Graham, Catfish Promotion Board Chairman. “Strategic investments from the Catfish Promotion Board ensure continued innovation, visibility, and long‑term growth for Arkansas producers.” Catfish production is a significant part of Arkansas agriculture, generating $16.3 million in foodsize fish sales in 2024. Arkansas has

LITTLE ROCK, AR –The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for the Farmers Market Promotion Program, an initiative made possible through continued support from Farm Credit. Applications will be accepted until available funds are fully awarded. Through its partnership with Farm Credit, the Department provides funding to help farmers markets expand their reach and strengthen connections within their communities. Eligible promotional activities include: The Department is also accepting orders for the Farmers Market Bag Program. Sponsored by Farm Credit, the program offers reusable paper shopping bags at a reduced cost to farmers markets statewide. These programs play

LITTLE ROCK, AR – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders joined agriculture leaders and industry partners today at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s annual cookout proclaiming May as Arkansas Beef Month, Dairy Month, Egg Month, and Strawberry Month. The proclamations highlight the state’s beef, dairy, egg, and strawberry industries and the value they contribute to Arkansas’s economy. “We are so thankful for all of the people who work so hard to put food on our tables, and that agriculture continues to be the number one industry in the State of Arkansas,” said Governor Sanders. “Today, we get to celebrate that, we