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Arkansas Farmers Urgently Seek Federal Aid to Survive Crisis

9/11/2025

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Arkansas farmers face a crisis from low crop prices, adverse weather, and tariffs, prompting urgent requests for federal assistance to prevent bankruptcy.
Farmer Scott Brown warns of losing his family land, held since the 1800s.
Tariffs have redirected soybean purchases from Arkansas to Brazil, worsening the situation.
The Agricultural Council of Arkansas estimates one in three farms may close without support.
Senator John Boozman calls for immediate action from the Trump administration.

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Story summary

Arkansas farmers face a crisis from low crop prices, adverse weather, and tariffs, prompting urgent requests for federal assistance to prevent bankruptcy.
Farmer Scott Brown warns of losing his family land, held since the 1800s.
Tariffs have redirected soybean purchases from Arkansas to Brazil, worsening the situation.
The Agricultural Council of Arkansas estimates one in three farms may close without support.
Senator John Boozman calls for immediate action from the Trump administration.