Back in 2019, Randy Veach, longstanding president of Arkansas Farm Bureau, took the podium at the organization’s 85th annual convention to give his final address as its president. Now, nearly two years into retirement, he has stepped back into the…
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Real estate is the focus of this month’s issue, but there’s lots more inside to whet appetites for stories about Arkansas businesses and the leaders who guide them. The incomparable Dwain Hebda talks with real estate professionals and local officials…
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Six Named to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame in 2021
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleSix individuals will be inducted into the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame in 2021 as part of Class XXXIV. The new inductees include Rick Cartwright of Fayetteville, Joe Don Greenwood of Hermitage, the late Russell Roy Reynolds, Randy Veach of Manila,…
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After 16 Years of AFB Leadership, Veach Heads for the Homestead
by Dwain Hebdaby Dwain Hebdaby Dwain Hebda Randy Veach takes a seat in his office during the closing days of his presidency of Arkansas Farm Bureau. He’s occupied the space with distinction for more than a decade, and he’s got the mementos to prove…
As the Arkansas River recedes, bridges have reopened in towns like Ozark and Russellville, but that wasn’t the case last week. In Ozark, Arkansas Highway 23 closed just south of Arkansas River, which led to the historic bridge being…
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Arkansas Farm Bureau Holding 84th Annual Convention This Week
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffFarmers, ranchers and agricultural leaders from across the state will come together for Arkansas Farm Bureau’s 84th annual convention set for Nov. 28-30 at the Hot Springs Convention Center. USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Ted McKinney,…
Warren Carter has been named executive vice president of Arkansas Farm Bureau. He replaces Rodney Baker, who recently retired. The executive vice president serves as the agency’s chief executive officer, manages staff functions for the organization and reports to the board…
Randy Veach and Rich Hillman will continue as Arkansas Farm Bureau president and vice president, respectively, following their re-election Dec. 4. Delegates also re-elected seven board members during the final day of the organization’s 81st annual convention at the Marriott…
Arkansas Farm Bureau has announced the lineup for its 81st annual convention on Dec. 2-4 at Little Rock’s Marriott Hotel and the Statehouse Convention Center. Gov. Asa Hutchinson, Arkansas Farm Bureau President Randy Veach, agricultural advocate Kevin Murphy and farmer-comedian Tim…
The 2015 Thanksgiving dinner will cost about $1 less to prepare than in years past, largely due to a decline in the average cost of frozen turkey and a gallon of whole milk. According to Arkansas Farm Bureau’s 30th annual survey, this…