Arkansas Natural Resources Commission Meeting
The Arkansas Natural Resources Commission will meet on January 21, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, AR. Meeting Agenda For […]
Arkansas Water Plan
Ensuring all Arkansans have access to safe, reliable water while supporting the state’s economic, environmental, and public health needs.
Research and Promotion Project Funding
Research and promotion boards invest in research, marketing, and market development to benefit producers statewide.
Wildfire
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is responsible for protecting more than 15 million acres of non-federal forestland from wildfire.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Get the latest information on highly pathogenic avian influenza and tips for maintaining healthy poultry flocks.
Prescribed Fire
Prescribed fire, also known as controlled burning, is a strategically planned and carefully managed fire used to achieve specific conservation and land management goals.
Growing Arkansas's
Largest Industry
Supporting Arkansas farmers and ranchers while ensuring safe food, fiber, and forest products for the citizens of Arkansas, the nation, and across the globe.
Arkansas ranks in the top 25 nationally in 16 different agricultural commodities.
Agriculture is our largest industry, contributing over $24.3 billion a year.
Arkansas is home to 37,400 farms on 13.7 million acres.
Arkansas ranks in the top 25 nationally in 16 different agricultural commodities.
Agriculture is our largest industry, contributing over $24.3 billion a year.
Arkansas is home to 37,400 farms on 13.7 million acres.
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Meet The Secretary
From growing up in a rural farming community to pursuing a Master of Law degree in Agriculture and Food and a Master of Science degree in Agricultural Economics, Secretary Wes Ward is devoted to serving Agriculture and Forestry in Arkansas.
Upcoming Events
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Arkansas Forestry Commission Registered Forester Committee Meeting
The Arkansas Forestry Commission Registered Forester Committee will meet on Thursday, January 22, 2026, 10:00 a.m. at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, AR. View […]
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Arkansas Catfish Promotion Board 1.22.26
Embassy Suites, 400 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, AR 400 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, United StatesHybrid EventThe Arkansas Catfish Promotion Board will meet on Tuesday, January 22, 2026, 1:00 p.m. at the Embassy Suites, 400 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, AR. 2026 - 01-22-26 Catfish Promotion Board […]
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1/29-30/2026 Arkansas Rice Research and Promotion Board Meeting
Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, AR 1 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, United StatesThe Arkansas Rice Research and Promotion Board will meet on January 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., and January 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 […]
Press Releases
December 19, 2025
- Animal Health Division
December 17, 2025
- Plant Industries Division
Public Notices
Parts of Arkansas are experiencing dry conditions, increasing the risk of wildfires. Sparks from activities such as fireworks, outdoor equipment, or open flames can ignite dry vegetation and cause fires […]
December 31, 2025
- Forestry Division
Notice is hereby given that the Arkansas Department of Agriculture is repealing Rules on Catfish Processors in Arkansas, 2 CAR Pt. 23. Act 577 of 2025 repealed the Arkansas Catfish […]
December 11, 2025
- Plant Industries Division