When the Institute set out in 2023 to better understand the future of groundwater in Arkansas agriculture, we did not begin with a plan. We began with a question: how can Arkansas remain a leading agricultural producer and still have plenty of water for generations to come? That question shaped the WATER program (short for…
Read MoreThe PJMCA: A Civic Backbone
On Petit Jean Mountain, civic life is lived daily. For more than 25 years, the Petit Jean Mountain Community Association has connected neighbors, shared information, and turned relationships into action.
Read MoreThe People Who Inspire Me
Persistence, inspiration, and leadership define a Marion Stevenson’s journey from small-town beginnings to Governor Winthrop Rockefeller’s staff. Rejected repeatedly, she persevered, earning a chance that shaped her career.
Read MoreACCLA: When Leadership Becomes “You”
Students gathered for ACCLA’s final session at the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute to celebrate and step forward. Speakers delivered a clear charge: civic leadership begins now.
Read MoreWhy Agricultural Trade Matters: Lessons from WRDLS
The event opened with remarks underscoring the importance of convening diverse voices to address shared challenges. Agriculture is Arkansas’s largest industry, yet it faces mounting pressure from high input costs, low commodity prices, and market uncertainty.
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