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Farm & Ranch
- Farm & Ranch
  
  Insects & Plant Disease
  Pick up know-how for tackling diseases, pests and weeds.
  
  Ag Economics & Marketing
  Farm bill, farm marketing, agribusiness webinars, & farm policy.
  
  Animals & Forages
  Find tactics for healthy livestock and sound forages.
  
  Row Crop Irrigation
  Scheduling and methods of irrigation.
  
  Row Crops
  Commercial row crop production in Arkansas.
  
  Weed Management
  Agriculture weed management resources.
  
  Technology in Agriculture
  Use virtual and real tools to improve critical calculations for farms and ranches.
  
  Farm & Ranch Resource Library
  Learn to ID forages and more.
  
  Research Locations
  Explore our research locations around the state.
  
  Agritourism, Aquaculture, & Farm Safety
  Our programs include aquaculture, diagnostics, and energy conservation.
  
  Biosecurity Best Practices
  Keep our food, fiber and fuel supplies safe from disaster.
  
  Pesticide Training & Licensing
  Private, Commercial & Non-commercial training and education.
  
  Commercial Horticulture
  Specialty crops including turfgrass, vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals.
Yard & Garden
- Yard & Garden
  
  Master Gardener Program
  Gaining garden smarts and sharing skills.
  
  Home Landscaping
  Creating beauty in and around the home.
  
  Lawns and Turf
  Maintenance calendar, and best practices.
  
  Vegetable Gardening
  Coaxing the best produce from asparagus to zucchini.
  
  Plant Health Clinic
  What’s wrong with my plants? The clinic can help.
  
  Plant of the Week
  Featured trees, vines, shrubs and flowers.
  
  Ask the Pest Crew
  Ask our experts plant, animal, or insect questions.
  
  Fruits & Nuts
  Enjoying the sweet fruits of your labor.
  
  In the Garden
  Herbs, native plants, & reference desk QA.
  
  Youth and Gardening
  Growing together from youth to maturity.
  
  Plant, tree, & weed databases
  Crapemyrtles, hydrangeas, hort glossary, and weed ID databases.
  
  Bees & Beekeeping
  Get beekeeping, honey production, and class information.
  
  Butterfly gardening
  Grow a pollinator-friendly garden.
  
  Garden events and programs
  Schedule these timely events on your gardening calendar.
Business & Communities
- Business & Communities
  
  Leadership Development
  Equipping individuals to lead organizations, communities, and regions.
  
  Strategic Planning for Communities
  Guiding communities and regions toward vibrant and sustainable futures.
  
  Entrepreneurship and Tax School
  Guiding entrepreneurs from concept to profit.
  
  PTAC & Government Contracting
  Expanding your business by learning the language of government contracting.
  
  Economic Development
  Find trends, opportunities and impacts.
  
  Voter Education
  Providing unbiased information to enable educated votes on critical issues.
  
  Public Policy Center
  Increase your knowledge of public issues & get involved.
  
  Local Government
  Research-based connection to government and policy issues.
  
  Local Foods
  Support Arkansas local food initiatives
  
  2020 Census
  Learn why it matters.
Environment & Nature
- Environment & Nature
  
  Disaster Preparedness
  Preparing for and recovering from disasters.
  
  Professional Education Opportunities
  Licensing for forestry and wildlife professionals.
  
  Water Quality and Conservation
  Preserving water quality and quantity.
  
  Air Quality and Standards
  Cleaner air for healthier living.
  
  Firewood and Energy
  Firewood & bioenergy resources.
  
  Forestry Management
  Managing a complex forest ecosystem.
  
  Wildlife Resources
  Learn to manage wildlife on your land.
  
  Soil Education and Testing
  Soil quality and its use here in Arkansas.
  
  Invasive Species
  Learn to ID unwanted plant and animal visitors.
Life Skills & Wellness
- Life Skills & Wellness
  
  Food & Nutrition
  Eating right and staying healthy.
  
  Food Safety & Preservation
  Ensuring safe meals.
  
  Health & Exercise
  Taking charge of your well-being
  
  Personal Finance
  Making the most of your money.
  
  Personal & Family Well-Being
  Making sound choices for families and ourselves.
  
  Child Care Providers
  Nurturing our future.
  
  Aging
  Understanding aging and its effects.
  
  Extension Homemakers
  Giving back to the community.
  
  Emergency Preparedness
  Managing safely when disaster strikes
4-H & Youth
- 4-H & Youth
  
  About 4-H
  Getting the 411 on 4-H.
  
  Volunteering
  Volunteer with 4-H
  
  Teambuilding
  Learn to build a better team.
  
  Event calendar
  Check out our upcoming events.
  
  Program areas
  Animals, ATVs, robotics, and more!
  
  4-H & Youth Resource Library
  What else do you need to know? Check it out.
  
  Summer & Day Camps
  Learn about our camp opportunities.
  
  Arkansas Outdoor School
  Hands-on activities in an outdoor setting.
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Agricultural Experiment Station

PTAC Newsletter & Client Success Story Archive


Newsletter Archive	PTAC Client Success Story Archive
January 2020 Happy New Year Tip of the Month PTAC News Upcoming events Webinar offerings Recommended Readings	January 2020
December 2020 Client Success Story: AVCOR Construction, LLC. Helping Arkansas: By the Numbers Tip of the Month: Accessing the Interested Vendors List at BETA.SAM.GOV PTAC News Upcoming events Webinar offerings Recommended Readings	December 2020 AVCOR Construction, LLC.
November 2020 Client Success Story: J.O. Staats, Inc. Veteran Owned Small Business Week Tip of the Month: Break Free from Waiting for Solicitations PTAC News Upcoming events Webinar offerings Recommended Readings	November 2020 J.O. Staats, Inc.
October 2020 PTAC Helping Arkansas: By the Numbers Article: Can You Afford a $300 email? Happy Federal New Year Upcoming events Webinar offerings Other resources	October 2020 Private Company Example
September 2020 PTAC Day Arkansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center Success Story: Magna IV Tip of the month Beware of scams & shams Upcoming events Webinar offerings Other resources	September 2020 Magna IV
August 2020 Arkansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center Success Story: ZUNI Learning Tree, Inc. Upcoming Arkansas PTAC Virtual Trainings Pursuing a GSA Contract Schedule National PTAC Day FREE Govology webinars Recommended Readings & Resources	August 2020 ZUNI Learning Tree, Inc.
July 2020 Arkansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center Success Story: Platinum Roofing, LLC Upcoming Arkansas PTAC Virtual Trainings Tip of the Month: Remove the Blindfold and Behold PTAC News You Can Use: What You Can Do to Expand Your Opportunity View Upcoming Webinars Recommended Readings & Resources	July 2020 Platinum Roofing, LLC
June 2020 Message from Arkansas PTAC Program Director Melanie Berman Arkansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center Client Spotlight: Stone County Ironworks Upcoming Arkansas PTAC Virtual Trainings Big Changes Coming To The WOSB/EDWOSB Certification Program: On October 15, 2020, the SBA will begin issuing decisions on certification PTAC News You Can Use: PTAC continues to play a key role in helping small businesses obtain and maintain their certifications Upcoming Webinars Recommended Readings & Resources	June 2020 Stone County Ironworks
May 2020 Message from Arkansas PTAC Program Director Melanie Berman Upcoming Arkansas PTAC Virtual Trainings Arkansas PTAC Success Story: Morpho Printing and Marketing Doubling Down On The Government Marketplace May Save Your Business PTAC News You Can Use Upcoming Webinars Recommended Readings	May 2020 Morpho Printing and Marketing
April 2020 Message from Arkansas PTAC Program Director Melanie Berman Upcoming Arkansas PTAC Virtual Trainings Arkansas PTAC Success Story: CK Solutions Roofing Specialists You Are Not Alone! Suggestions For Contractors In The Wake Of The COVID-19 Pandemic PTAC News You Can Use Upcoming Webinars Recommended Readings	April 2020 CK Solutions Roofing Specialists
March 2020 Arkansas PTAC is on Facebook! Arkansas PTAC Success Story: All Electric Supply, Inc Do you need a GSA schedule? PTAC can assist with state & local government registrations Upcoming Arkansas PTAC Virtual Trainings Upcoming Webinars Recommended Readings	March 2020 All Electric Supply, Inc.
February 2020 Arkansas PTAC is on Facebook! Arkansas PTAC Success Story: Bare Root Contracting, LLC. Tip of the Month: Understand the Importance of Past Performance Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification – Level One Upcoming Events	February 2020 Bare Root Contracting, LLC.
January 2020 Happy New Year from PTAC Make 2020 a Year of Building Relationships Stay Connected for Updates on Big Changes in 2020 Upcoming Events and Trainings	January 2020
December 2019 Client Success Story: RazorClean, Inc. FBO.GOV Has Moved Don't Pay for Assistance That You Can Get Free Upcoming Events	December 2019 RazorClean, Inc.
November 2019 Our impact from last program year July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019 Know Your Limitations (On Subcontracting That Is) Part 2 Building A “Compliant” Sales Process A Message from Defense Logistics Agency (DLA): Process for Accessing Item Technical Data within CFolders subject to Export Control	November 2019 Our Impact from last program year July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019
October 2019 Client Success Story: Tiffany and Ryan Dickerson - Jacob’s Cleaning, LLC Arkansas PTAC Welcomes Its Clients to Celebrate National PTAC Day! Know Your Limitations (On Subcontracting That Is) Part 1 How To Protect Yourself Against Scams And Snake Oil Salesmen Upcoming Events	October 2019 Tiffany and Ryan Dickerson - Jacob’s Cleaning, LLC
September 2019 Client Success Story: William Ashing – Independent Contractor, Park Attendant National PTAC Day Tip of the Month: Be Ready and Willing to Adapt Keeping Up With An Ever-Changing Marketplace Upcoming Events	September 2019 William Ashing – Independent Contractor, Park Attendant
August 2019 Client Success Story: Five Hats, LLC Welcome to New PTAC Team Members! Tip of the Month: Protecting Your Company With an Ethics and Compliance Program Special notice affecting all small businesses. Be sure to read the PTAC News You Can Use segment. New SBA Small Business Size Standards Taking Effect On August 19th, 2019 Upcoming Events	August 2019 Five Hats, LLC.

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