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Justin Chapecka, County Extension Agent Poinsett County

“I feel very lucky to work in this career because of the great producers we work with and the cooperators,” Justin Chlapecka, county extension agent with the University of Arkansas said. “Working with the good people in agriculture, there’s no better option I could have chosen.” Chlapecka didn’t wake up one day and know exactly…

Feeding Poultry’s Potential with Soymeal

As the “bird” evolves and genetics improve, poultry nutritionists like Dr. Sam Rochell at the University of Arkansas’s Center of Excellence for Poultry Science are working to match their constantly changing nutrient requirements while minimizing excreted nutrients. The Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board and the Arkansas checkoff funds support his work. Broiler chickens account for…

Arkansas Commodity Board to Host Producer Conference in Jonesboro and Stuttgart Event will focus on production and market opportunities in the 2018 growing season

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. [Jan. 30, 2018] – Ahead of the 2018 growing season, The Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board and the Arkansas Corn & Grain Sorghum Board will host the 2018 Corn, Grain Sorghum and Soybean Producer Conference in two locations: Tuesday, February 6 at the Rice Research Center in Stuttgart and Wednesday, February 7 at…

The Hive Puts Soybean Twist on Classic Dish Award-winning chef adds soybeans to top-selling pasta, supports Arkansas soybean producers

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Jan. 31, 2018) – Demonstrating continued commitment to Arkansas agriculture, The Hive in Bentonville is February’s featured restaurant for the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board’s Kitchen|Fields Table Tour. To show support for Arkansas soybean producers and help educate Arkansas consumers on the state’s largest row crop, award-winning chef Matt McClure is changing the…

NWAFoodie Conquers The Butcher Shop’s Feature Dish

I don’t make the trek to Little Rock that often, but I should. My down-South friends post delicious-looking photos from charming restaurants in their backyards and share fun-loving Instagram Stories that make me want to jump in the Subaru and make the almost four-hour drive just in time for dinner. If only I were more…

Wok Fired Spicy Garlic Edamame

The latest dish to come out of Debbie Arnold’s kitchen is a quick and healthy snack everyone will enjoy, as long as they don’t mind a little spice. Before you get started, take a minute to watch Debbie’s demonstration on THV11. Bring Wok-fired Spicy Garlic Edamame as a healthy snack to any party Debbie Arnold…