In a recent article in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Ryan Loy, extension economist for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, sheds light on the evolving interest rate landscape and its implications for farmers and consumers.
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Diversifying the Agricultural Landscape: A Shift in Farming Demographics
Despite the increase in new farming operations, the average farm size increased only slightly, indicating a shift in land usage for purposes like urban development. This underscores the importance of programs that support smaller, beginning farmers.