Arkansas Administrative Code Agency 238 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Here’s a structured overview of Agency 238 – Department of Agriculture under the Arkansas Administrative Code (Title 238):
📘 Agency 238 – Department of Agriculture Structure
Agency 238 includes three core rule chapters and two main divisions:
Rule 238.00.22‑001 – State Meat Inspection Program Rules
Rule 238.00.22‑002 – The Unpaved Roads Program Rules
Rule 238.00.22‑003 – Milk Stabilization Rule (law.cornell.edu)
🌿 Division 01 – Natural Resources Division
This division implements rules from the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission, including:
238.01.22‑001 – Water Resource Conservation & Development Incentives
238.01.22‑002 – Agricultural Cost‑Share Program
238.01.22‑003 – Tax Credits for Wetland/Riparian Zones
238.01.24‑001 – Governance of Conservation Districts (agriculture.arkansas.gov, regulations.justia.com)
🌲 Division 02 – Arkansas Forestry Division
Focuses on forestry practices and guidelines, such as:
Posting Paint Rules (marking timber) under rule 238.02.24‑001 (agriculture.arkansas.gov, casetext.com)
🛠 Program Highlights
1. State Meat Inspection Program
Sets standards for meat processors and ensures compliance with state meat safety codes.
2. Milk Stabilization Rule
Supports dairy industry through stabilization efforts—echoing similar programs found under Agency 209.
3. Unpaved Roads Program
Focused on managing dust, erosion, and sediment control on unpaved roads—tied to agricultural and natural resource protection.
4. Natural Resources Division Programs
Incentive & Cost‑Share Programs: Provide financial support for water conservation, wetlands restoration, and riparian zone creation.
Conservation District Regulation: Framework for soil & water resource planning and partnerships across Arkansas counties.
5. Forestry Division – Posting Paint Rules
Governs how timber boundaries are marked during forestry operations.
📂 Where to Access Rule Texts
Cornell LII – Overview of rules currently in effect (law.cornell.edu, casetext.com, regulations.justia.com, law.cornell.edu)
Justia – Similar listing, though potentially not updated as frequently
Arkansas Dept. of Agriculture Website – Official PDF rules and proposed amendments (e.g., meat inspection, forestry, natural resources) (agriculture.arkansas.gov)
For more recent updates or proposed rules (e.g., environmental regulations, unpaved roads, liquid animal waste), refer to the department’s official Rules & Proposed Rules section (agriculture.arkansas.gov).
✅ Your Next Steps
Let me know if you’d like:
📄 Full text or summaries of any specific rule (e.g., cost‑share programs, unpaved roads standards)
🔄 Updates or amendment summaries (date of adoption, comment periods)
✅ Compliance guidance, such as how to apply for programs, inspection checklists, or PDF download links
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