LITTLE ROCK — For Arkansas college juniors and seniors pursuing agriculture-related majors, the upcoming Arkansas Future Ag Leaders Tour provides a unique opportunity to explore careers in the state’s top industry and network with potential employers.
The professional development opportunity is a program of the Cooperative Extension Service, the outreach branch of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. The five-day tour, scheduled for May 11-15, will include stops at JBS Foods in Russellville, Riceland in Stuttgart, Greenway Equipment in Newport, Anheuser-Busch in Jonesboro and more.
There are 50 spots available for the 2026 tour, and participation is free. Transportation, lodging and food are provided through the support of the Arkansas Rice Research and Promotion Board, the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board and the Arkansas Corn and Grain Sorghum Promotion Board. Participants must register online by May 8…