04/24/15   “learning farms” Program for Ouachita County

The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture in cooperation with USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and local conservation Districts are developing a program called “learning farms” designed to assist specialty crop growers by providing educational opportunities, on-site assistance and in some cases expertise and resources to help farmers in this region increase productivity, enhance profitability and expand to new crops. Ouachita County extension agent Keri Welch made the announcement. There will be a listening session at the Ouachita County Extension Office.