“With less than 2 percent of U.S. population living on a farm, it requires all farmers to be active in telling our story to influence decisions that benefit the Delta region and all of rural Arkansas.” – David Gairhan “She was heavily involved in getting phone and electric services into rural areas of Arkansas, so I saw and learned at an early age to play an active role in your community and industry,” said Carroll. Rice farmer David Gairhan participated in the development of the 2014 Farm Bill, and this experience is a key reason why he now serves as chairman of the Arkansas Rice Farmers. “It was an eye opener and helped me realize the importance of playing an active role in making sure that rice farmers are taken care of,” said Gairhan. “With less than 2 percent of U.S. population living on a farm, it requires all farmers to be active in telling our story to influence decisions that benefit the Delta region and all of rural Arkansas.” So the next time you see a farmer around town in their normal attire of dusty jeans and work boots, think about the amount of unpaid time he or she spends away from home and family to ensure farmers in Arkansas and across the nation can continue to provide Americans with a plentiful supply of safe and affordable food choices. ARKANSAS GROWN 85
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