New World Screwworm Makes it to the U.S., ARC and PLC Updates and Much More

On this episode, we break down USDA's new specialty crop assistance payments, a rare opportunity for farmers to review and update base acres, and the first confirmed case of New World screwworm in U.S. livestock in decades. We also cover major changes to federal farm program eligibility rules that could expand payment limits and increase flexibility for many farm operations beginning in 2026.

What is Arkansas AgCast?

The Arkansas AgCast is a weekly podcast discussing the latest news, trends and issues impacting Arkansas farmers and ranchers.