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Arkansas Water Plan

Ensuring all Arkansans have access to safe, reliable water while supporting the state’s economic, environmental, and public health needs.
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Research and Promotion Project Funding

Research and promotion boards invest in research, marketing, and market development to benefit producers statewide.
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New World Screwworm

Get the latest information and resources on identification, prevention, and management.
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Wildfire

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is responsible for protecting more than 15 million acres of non-federal forestland from wildfire.
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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Get the latest information on highly pathogenic avian influenza and tips for maintaining healthy poultry flocks.
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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.
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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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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.
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  • Arkansas Natural Resources Commission Meeting

    The Arkansas Natural Resources Commission will hold a special called meeting on August 19, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. via Zoom. View the agenda. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83891724196?pwd=bES3x7zPah10ODoEEbIUfx3L4rFRSB.1 Meeting chat link […]

  • Pest Control Committee Meeting

    The Arkansas State Plant Board Pest Control Committee will meet on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, […]

  • Arkansas State Plant Board

    The Arkansas State Plant Board will meet Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be held in the board room at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 […]

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