King Farms

12/27/2025

Please share this information. I am on the Airport commission. Also I have the bid information sheet and an aerial view of the farmland I can send you. You can comment below or message me
Thanks
John King
870-995-3559

INVITATION TO BID FOR LEASE OF FARM LAND
The Helena-West Helena Airport Commission is accepting written bids for the lease of
approximately 394 acres of farmland with 4 wells and located at the Helena-West Helena Airport
for row crop agricultural purposes for a period of 3 years starting on ex*****on and January 1,
2026 through December 31 2028.
Bids should include bidder’s annual rental amount, statement of farm experience, 2 references of
farm ability, proposed crop, and any other relevant information.
Submit written bids to PO Box 2948 West Helena AR 72390 received by 12:00 noon February
17, 2026.
The Helena-West Helena Airport Commission reserves the right to reject all bids and subject to
the terms, conditions, and restrictions of the airport commission.

03/21/2025

Great company

This month's featured farmer is John King III, who operates King Farms alongside his father, John King Jr and nephew, Will Cashion. Located eight miles south of Helena on Highway 20, this family-run farm has deep roots in the community. John began his farming journey at the age of 14, initially overseeing rice fields during their first year of rice cultivation. Although he committed to farming full-time in 1988, his path was not always clear. After college, he ventured into the corporate world as a stockbroker for T.J. Raney and Sons in Little Rock. However, after experiencing the fallout from Black Monday (22% fall in Dow) in 1987, and working in windowless offices, he transitioned to managing video stores, only to face further setbacks when the blockbuster chain emerged. This series of experiences ultimately solidified his desire to return to farming. His time in Little Rock provided valuable insights into investing, financial markets, and small retail operations.

John particularly enjoys the harvest season. John says, “That’s when you reap the rewards of long hard work all year!” The farm primarily produces rice, soybeans, corn, and occasionally wheat, with rice being his favorite due to its distinctiveness.

John says he enjoys doing business with Poinsett Rice & Grain because they run their business well with great people, have a great and fast delivery point in Helena on the Mississippi river, and pay quickly electronically.

The King family is devoted to the farming tradition and maintaining their legacy. We are grateful for your continued business at Poinsett Rice & Grain!