University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture

GRAZING — Part of a herd grazing at the Livestock and Forestry Station in Batesville, Arkansas. Taken April 16 2019. (U of A System Division of Agriculture photo y Mary Hightower)
Agronomics, Arkansas, Livestock, Midwestern Region, Tools and Tech

New online tool helps ranchers forecast operation economics

Ranchers now have a new online tool that allows them to make decisions to ensure the financial health of their cattle operations. Read More

Row of server racks or network device racks in data center. (Adobe Stock-#224325077 │ elbanco)
Land, Real Estate

UADA researcher examines economic prospects of AI data centers in rural areas

SPRAY DRONE — Research by Jason Davis and Terry Spurlock with the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture seeks to identify optimum flight speeds, application heights and setups for agricultural spray drones. (UADA photo)
Arkansas, Machinery, Midwestern Region, Tools and Tech

Free satellite imagery, spray drones highlight precision agriculture opportunities

Mike Hamilton, extension irrigation instructor, is working to increase the adoption of unmanned aerial systems, or drones, in pursuit of more efficient irrigation and cost savings for farmers. (UADA photo)

Drone + software adds up to significant irrigation savings

  • By Mary Hightower │ University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
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Extension experts share science behind electrolyte, alkaline water: what are the health benefits?

  • By Rebekah Hall │ University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
Woman picking leaves of basil greenery (Photo: iStock - OKrasyuk)

Extension experts share tips for growing indoor, outdoor herb gardens

  • By Rebekah Hall │ University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
Peanuts (ARS photo by Jack Dykinga.)

Arkansas sets peanut field day for Aug. 5

Group of happy high school classmates walking by school corridor together. (Adobe Stock-#200238277 │ LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS)

Tips for parents of teenagers starting high school this fall

  • By Rebekah Hall │ University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
Food box meal kit of fresh ingredients and recipe blank order from a meal kit company. (Adobe Stock-#430544469 │ bondarillia)

Are meal kits right for you? Five questions to ask yourself before signing up

  • By Mary Hightower │ University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
Cutting chicken fillet. (Adobe Stock-#300899613 │ ffolas)

Want to incorporate more protein in your diet? Balance and healthy sources are key

  • By Rebekah Hall │ University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
Grape field growing for wine. Vineyard hills. Summer scenery with wineyard rows. (Adobe Stock-#408394615 │ Zedspider)

Arkansas grape field day July 28