AEAB Releases Spring Newsletter, 'The Economic Elevator: FFAbulous Fellowship'

The U of A Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness has released the newest issue of The Economic Elevator, our departmental newsletter which highlights the accomplishments of our talented students, faculty, and staff.

Below is a sampling of what you'll find in this issue:

FFA Tailgate: A Cold Day Of Fun, Food, Football & Fellowship With Potential Students

"Have you ever been to a tailgate full of high school FFA students? You can imagine the atmosphere: music blaring, food and games everywhere, giant blow-up Hogs and students of all ages." Kenley Bramall, an agricultural business and agricultural communications student (who is Bumpers College's lead ambassador this year), reflects on his experience at the Arkansas FFA tailgate.

Historic National Direct Marketing Agricultural Summit Co-Chaired by Ron Rainey

The University of Arkansas provided leadership to host the National Direct Agricultural Marketing Summit, which represented the first national conference focused on providing technical assistance to direct marketing practitioners and stakeholders.

To read more, please click this link here.

The Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness is part of the Dale Bumpers College Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas.

Contacts

Ryan P. Ruiz, communications manager
Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness
479-575-7374, ryanruiz@uark.edu

Headlines

Food Scientists Show Rice Malt Has Potential to Play a Bigger Role in Beer

With Arkansas growing about half of the rice in the United States, and shortages of traditional raw materials such as barley, evaluating rice cultivars for use in malted brewing was one goal of U of A researchers.

Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Senior Design Projects Reviewed by Alumni

Students condensed their design work into senior design projects and presented them for department alumni and other industry professionals, gaining insights from peers and faculty members.

An Evening With NWA Soldier Songs and Voices: The Healing Power of Music

Members of the Northwest Arkansas chapter of Soldier Songs and Voices will share their experiences and perform music in the Pryor Center atrium at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 5.

University Not Pursuing Full External Management of Custodial and Grounds Services

Following an evaluation process that provided the U of A with the opportunity to learn more about its current operations compared to the market, the university will maintain its current workforce.

NAHJ UARK: Free Churros and Sodas During J-Days Celebration

 The U of A chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists will offer churros and sodas on the north patio of Kimpel Hall from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday. Stop by and support your local journalist.

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