Drought has Arkansas ranchers playing a waiting game
While early May rain has helped some, Arkansas was still firmly in drought’s grip
Tag: Drought
Recent rain welcome on Arkansas farms, but more rain is needed to erase drought
The state still has a long way to go to make up for drought that has dragged on since last summer
Entergy: Drought conditions affecting summer flow of Ouachita River
Full-generation flows from Remmel Dam for recreation, along with all scheduled special releases, have been postponed until further notice, Entergy Arkansas announced
Federal disaster loans available to offset drought losses
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Arkansas to offset economic losses caused by drought beginning Feb. 3
Growers turn to irrigation as drought deepens, but forecast rain can help
The last time Arkansas was drought-free was the week of July 22, 2025
Burn ban lifted in Clark County
County Judge Troy Tucker lifted a burn ban for Clark County on Saturday, April 18, 2026
Freeze, drought effects on pastures have some ranchers reaching into hay reserves
In its April 12 data, the National Agricultural Statistics Service reported that 74% of Arkansas’ pastures were in fair, poor or very poor condition