The processing plant would employ about 50 people. read more >

The plea deal gives Simon Ang the right to withdraw from the agreement if his sentence exceeds one year and one day. read more >

The strong rebound in exports is seen by economists as evidence of global supply chains beginning to untangle. read more >

In some international markets, changes planned for the coming years were implemented in a few weeks. read more >

China remains a viable market for investment in and trade with Arkansas, including the state’s farmers, despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, trade officials say. read more >

Cautious optimism comes after moves made to normalize trade relations with China. read more >

Having grown up the son of a farmer, Gov. Asa Hutchinson says he understands the importance of agriculture in the state, calling it part of "who we are" and noting that one in six Arkansas jobs are related to the industry. read more >

Arkansas agriculture is a $20 billion industry and 30 percent of the state’s commodities are exported, according to Randy Veach, president of the Arkansas Farm Bureau. Veach spoke about trade issues and Arkansas’ international relations during a session at the organization’s 81st annual meeting, which is taking place through Friday in Little Rock. read more >

In 2013, China became the first country to sell more than 20 million vehicles in a year. But when Mark McLarty got there in 2004, it wasn't the world's leader in auto sales — it was a new frontier. read more >