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Arkansas rice farmers expect 24% drop in acres planted this year

Apr 7, 2026

The acres of long-grain rice planted by Arkansas farmers this year are expected to drop by 24%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's prospective plantings report.

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Arkansas rice farmers expect 24% drop in acres planted this year

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