The Drinking Buddy Show - Craft Beverages & Artisan Snack Pairings

Growing Premium Sake Rice in Central Arkansas at Isbell Farms

August 31, 2021 Frank Rodgers / Chris Isbell / Mark Isbell / Whitney Isbell / Jeremy Jones Season 2 Episode 35
The Drinking Buddy Show - Craft Beverages & Artisan Snack Pairings
Growing Premium Sake Rice in Central Arkansas at Isbell Farms
Show Notes

The Isbell Family has been farming in central Arkansas for generations. They gained international attention when they began growing premium Japanese rice, eventually bringing bus loads of visitors to see their farm. I chatted with two generations of the Isbell Family to learn about their history, sustainability practices, current sake and table rice varieties, and their plans for the future.