Arkansas Board of Animal Health Hearing
The Arkansas Board of Animal Health (Board) will conduct a hearing to determine whether Mark Lawrence, DVM, violated the Arkansas Veterinary Medical Practice Act (the Act), Ark. Code Ann.§ 17-101-101, […]
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.
Programs & Services
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Cabinet Secretary
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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Meeting of the Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation Board of Directors
Chairman Mencer has scheduled a meeting of the Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation Board of Directors, for Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The meetings will be held in […]
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The National Egg Regulatory Officials’ Annual Conference 2026
The National Egg Regulatory Officials’ Annual Conference 2026 34th Annual Conference & Training Seminar March 3-5, 2026 - Bend, OR Riverhouse Lodge 3075 N. Business 97 Bend, OR 97703 Registration […]
Press Releases
November 20, 2025
- Animal Health Division
November 18, 2025
- Plant Industries Division
Public Notices
Due to recent outbreaks of Equine Herpesvirus (EHV) reported in Oklahoma and Texas, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture recommends that all equine events, including shows, competitions, and large gatherings, be […]
November 20, 2025
- Animal Health Division
BEFORE THE ARKANSAS BOARD OF ANIMAL HEALTH IN THE MATTER OF MARK LAWRENCE, DMV Complaint No. 2025-03 NOTICE OF HEARING The Arkansas Board of Animal Health (Board) will conduct a […]
November 07, 2025