This online event hosted by the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center is for agricultural researchers and producers alike who are actively engaged in commercializing agricultural products and solutions. Through its Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs, the U.S. Department of Agriculture seeds innovation-driven ventures. Each year, the USDA awards over $34 million to small businesses that are developing innovative technologies. Meet USDA program officers and learn about SBIR/STTR program topic areas, timelines, and tips for competitive grant proposals. This is a great opportunity to find out how SBIR/STTR can enhance innovative on-farm or in-lab

The Arkansas Catfish Promotion Board will meet on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 Natural Resources Dr., Little Rock, AR.  Click here to view the agenda.  For those wishing to join the Zoom meeting, please see the following instructions: Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84991554472?pwd=Y3lmQTVhRGE1MElhMFp2SUlibGtmZz09 Meeting ID: 849 9155 4472Passcode: 549982 One tap mobile+13092053325,,84991554472#,,,,*549982# US+13126266799,,84991554472#,,,,*549982# US (Chicago)

It’s Fair time, y’all! The 83rd annual Arkansas State Fair will be back this fall! Bringing the best entertainment and attractions to Central Arkansas. Everything from concerts to corn dogs–if you’re looking for fun, you’ve come to the right place! Click here for more information.

The Arkansas State Plant Board will meet on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, AR. Click here the agenda.  For those wishing to join the meeting via Zoom, please see the following instructions: Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device:    Please click this URL to join. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86447971809?pwd=cHZCeWwyYURQUmtWcC9sNmFFWUNBUT09    Passcode: 640475 Or One tap mobile:    +13126266799,,86447971809#,,,,*640475# US (Chicago)    +16469313860,,86447971809#,,,,*640475# US Or join by phone:    Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):        US: +1 312 626 6799  or +1 646 931 3860  or +1 929

The Arkansas Natural Resources Commission Water Well Construction Committee will meet on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the Illinois River Room at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Division, 10421 West Markham, Little Rock, AR. Click here to view the agenda.  For any questions or information contact Jackie.Broach@agriculture.arkansas.gov or 501-682-3900.  

The Arkansas Natural Resources Commission Water Well Construction Committee will meet on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the Illinois River Room at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Division, 10421 West Markham, Little Rock, AR. Click here to view the agenda. For any questions of information, contact Jackie.Broach@agriculture.arkansas.gov or 501-682-3900.

Session 8: When applying for CWSRF funding specific documentation is needed.  In this webinar we will discuss the most commonly required documents, the Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) and the Environmental Information Document (EID).  We will also briefly discuss other types of documents that some states may require. This webinar will include how to get started with PER development, potential funding sources for the development of a PER, and details on the EID. Presenters: Heather Himmelberger, Director; and Dawn Nall, Project Director, Southwest Environmental Finance Center Click here to register.    

JUDGES 2023 FALL MEETING Wednesday, September 6, 2023 12:00 pm – Friday, September 8, 2023 11:00 am Judges will meeting in Benton/Saline County. County Judges and their staff, PDD/EDD Directors/Spouses/Staff, and other association and groups staff members may register here. 501-722-6330 Hotel registration deadline is August 16th.  No Exceptions. Reservations made after this date are not guaranteed at the group rate, and lodging may not be available.