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Dismal outlook for farm economy to extend into 2025

By Mary Hightower U of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — The economic clouds from 2024 are expected to persist into 2025 as progress toward a new Farm Bill stagnated, commodity prices lagged and profit margins for farmers remained razor thin at year’s end.

Sanders Statement on LEARNS Act Ruling

LITTLE ROCK, Ark.—In response to Judge Rudolfsky’s ruling on the lawsuit against the LEARNS Act, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders released the following statement: “This news is a step in the right direction. In less than two years, the LEARNS Act has transformed Arkansas education for the better by raising teacher pay, investing in literacy, and banning indoctrination. I look forward to this latest court challenge being struck down just like all the others.”

Governor’s Holiday Food Drive Collects Nearly 21,500 lbs. of Food

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced that her state agency-wide Holiday Food Drive collected 21,472 lbs. of food, all of which has been donated to the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance. The Arkansas Department of Corrections collected the most food out of all state agencies: 6,975 lbs. donated. The Arkansas Department of Inspector General collected the most food per employee: 13.6 lbs.

Jeremy Wooldridge

This week, the Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC) took significant steps to address issues ranging from fair reimbursement practices to workforce development and support for our veterans.