MAY 12, 2023 | VOLUME 26 | ISSUE 10
Farm Bureau Press A PEEK INSIDE
ArFB FOUNDATION 2023 TRAP SHOOT
The Arkansas Farm Bureau Foundation's 5th Annual Trap Shoot will be held June 9 at the Arkansas Game & Fish Foundation Shooting Sports Complex in Jacksonville. The deadline for registration is May 26.
The ArFB Foundation is "Aiming for the Future of Agriculture" by teaming up with the Arkansas 4-H Foundation and the Arkansas FFA Foundation. Half of the net proceeds Aiming from this year's shoot will directly benefit both for the Future of Agriculture the Arkansas 4-H and Arkansas FFA Foundations, while continuing to support the goals of the ArFB Foundation.
ArFB Young Farmer & Rancher Award Finalists Announced, Page 2
There are several options for those wanting to support these organizations. For more information on all sponsorship opportunities, please visit ArFB Foundation section of the Arkansas Farm Bureau website for registration options and additional forms. Each level of sponsorship is vital to the success of this fundraiser. For more information, contact ArFB Foundation Director Amanda Williams at (501) 228-1493 or by email.
USDA ANNOUNCES SIGNUP FOR RICE PRODUCTION PROGRAM USDA announced that Farm Service Agency (FSA) will begin mailing prefilled applications to rice producers for the Rice Production Program (RPP). The program, authorized in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, will provide up to $250 million in assistance to rice farmers based on 2022 planted and prevented planted acres. Once received, producers should take their application to their local FSA office no later than July 10. FSA will make an initial payment to eligible producers at the rate of one cent per pound. If funds are available, a final payment will be issued to eligible producers.
Northeast Arkansas Research Station Ground Breaking, Page 3
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