Dan Wright, a poultry producer from Waldron, was elected Friday (Dec. 1) as Arkansas Farm Bureau’s president, becoming the 12th person to serve in that role in the organization’s 89-year history.
Voting delegates also re-elected seven board members to two-year terms. They are Sherry Felts, Joiner; Bob Shofner, Centerton; Jon Carroll, Moro; Joe Thrash, Houston; Terry Laster, Strong; Chase Groves, Garland City; and Jack Evans of Lonoke.
Wright, 63, was selected for his first term as president. He has served 9 years on the organization’s state board, including the past four years as secretary/treasurer. Wright is a poultry and hay producer. He and his wife, Belinda, have two grown children and six grandchildren.
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