Catfish Promotion Board Meeting
The Arkansas Catfish Promotion Board will meet on June 16, 2026, 1:30 p.m. at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, AR. Catfish Promotion Board Agenda […]
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.
New World Screwworm
Get the latest information and resources on identification, prevention, and management.
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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Events
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Arkansas Natural Resources Commission Water Well Construction Committee Meeting
The Arkansas Natural Resources Commission Water Well Construction Committee has scheduled a meeting on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Download the June 18, 2026 Agenda (PDF) Topic: Arkansas […]
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Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation Board Meeting
Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation Board Meeting Notice Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 30Meeting Time: 10:00 a.m. The Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation will hold a board meeting on Tuesday, June […]
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Arkansas Water Plan Stakeholder Meeting
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture (Department) will hold a virtual stakeholder meeting for the Arkansas Water Plan on July 8, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 11 AM. Representatives from the Department […]
Press Releases
May 28, 2026
- Animal Health Division
May 21, 2026
- Forestry Division
May 20, 2026
- Forestry Division
Public Notices
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the detection of New World Screwworm (NWS) in two calves in Zavala County, Texas. While […]
June 06, 2026
- Animal Health Division
Notice is hereby given that a referendum was held on April 21, 2026, on whether the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission shall approve the petition by landowners in the Calhoun County […]
May 04, 2026
- Natural Resources Division