Listen "On Location: The Arkansas State Fair"
Episode Synopsis
We’re coming to you from the Arkansas State Fair this week. A new report from University of Arkansas economists paints a tough picture for row crop farmers, with high input costs and low commodity prices are creating some of the tightest margins in decades. We also discuss the ongoing federal shutdown, which is holding up potential emergency farm aid meant to help struggling farms across the country. The corn dog microphone returns as John McMinn walks the midway and show barns visiting with youth livestock exhibitors.College Pick ‘Em: https://fantasy.espn.com/games/college-football-pickem-2025/group?id=d114c024-6b65-4704-bf7d-7ef95119e0e0&joining=true
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