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COVID-19 Myth Busting

Have questions about COVID-19? Our specialists are here to help bust common myths. You can even submit your own question! While you're there check out our other COVID-19 resources for farmers, families, small business owners, and communities.

Small Business & Workplace COVID-19 Resources

Part of our mission is to provide business assistance. Find the latest resources and state approved guidelines for Arkansas businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Create a Raised Garden Bed

Is your soil poorly drained or heavy clay? Not enough space for a full garden? Is bending or reaching an issue? A raised-bed garden may be a helpful solution to grow your favorite vegetables.

Plant Disease Management

A plant disease interferes with the normal structure and functions of our crop and non-crop plants and may affect the marketability or aesthetic value. Plant diseases can affect any part of the plant.

Identify and treat plant disease before it's too late

Safe Use of Rain Barrel Water

Rain barrels are an excellent way to conserve water! But did you know that rain barrel water may be polluted with chemicals from runoff or from pathogenic growth?

Learn what precautions to take

Arkansas Row Crop Irrigation

To sustain agricultural production, a critical need is access to adequate water to grow crops profitably. Get information on latest types of irrigation methods and how to conserve our most precious resource.

Summer Landscaping

Keeping up with gardening chores can be difficult, especially with the summer heat. Get our research-based landscaping recommendations on pest control, fruit production, gardening tips, and more!

Japanese Beetle in Arkansas

June through August is peak time for this invasive insect pest, so don't let it take over your plants!