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- 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.
  
  Extension Locations
  Explore our Extension locations around the state.
  
  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.
  
  Agent Demonstrations
  Get the latest research results from our county agents.
  
  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.
  
  Education in Agriculture
  Find educational resources and get youth engaged in agriculture.
Yard & Garden
- Yard & Garden
  
  Master Gardener Program
  Gaining garden smarts and sharing skills.
  
  The Arkansas Garden Blog
  Timely tips for the Arkansas home gardener.
  
  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.
  
  Community, Workforce, & Economic Development
  Home to the Center for Rural Resilience and Workforce Development.
  
  Entrepreneurship and Tax School
  Guiding entrepreneurs from concept to profit.
  
  APEX Accelerator & Government Contracting
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  Public Policy Center
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  Local Government
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  Local Foods
  Support Arkansas local food initiatives.
  
  Strengthening AR Communities Blog
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  EDA University Center
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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.
  
  Musings on Nature Blog
  Read about nature across Arkansas and the U.S.
  
  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.
  
  Ag & Natural Resources Blog
  Timely updates from our specialists.
Life Skills & Wellness
- Life Skills & Wellness
  
  Food & Nutrition
  Eating right and staying healthy.
  
  Food Safety & Preservation
  Ensuring safe meals.
  
  Health & Exercise
  Take charge of your well-being.
  
  AR Home Grown & Homemade
  Cooking with Arkansas foods.
  
  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.
  
  At Home with UAEX Blog
  Get tips for food, fitness, finance, and more!
  
  Homesteading in Arkansas
  Explore the art of homesteading with our expert guidance.
  
  Aging
  Understanding aging and its effects.
  
  Extension Homemakers
  Giving back to the community.
  
  Emergency Preparedness
  Managing safely when disaster strikes.
  
  Grown-Up U Podcast
  Listen to our latest episode!
4-H & Youth
- 4-H & Youth

Produce Safety Publications and Resources

The FSMA Produce Safety Rule covers a range of food safety topics focused on the contamination of produce. There are many ways, big and small, to reduce microbial contamination on the farm. Review our list of resources to find best practices for produce safety and tools to understand the Produce Safety Rule. Also included on this page are produce safety resources related to COVID-19 and Natural Disasters.

Overview

Factsheet: The Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule

Compliance and Exemption

FDA Flowchart for Coverage, Exemptions, and Exclusions

Do I need to comply with the FSMA Produce Safety Rule? Tool

-Developed by UMass Amherst, Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment

Required Records

Produce Safety Rule Record Templates

Worker Training

Routes of Contamination

Biological Soil Amendments of Animal Origin

2021 Biological Soil Amendments of Animal Origin Workshop presentations

Benefits of Composts and Cover Crops

Cascading effects of composts and cover crops on soil chemistry, bacterial communities and the survival of foodborne pathogens, Journal of Applied Microbiology

Sustainable Practices for Plasticulture Strawberry Production in the South

General Agricultural Water

FSMA Produce Safety Rule Water Requirements: Insights to get you organized

Know Your Agricultural Water Sources

Know Your Agricultural Water Uses

Microbial Water Quality Profile

Factsheet: FSMA PSR: Microbial Water Quality Compliance

Factsheet: Bacterial Water Sample Collection and Submission to a Water Quality Lab for Compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act’s Produce Safety Rule

VIDEO: How to Collect Pond Water Samples

Production Water

Untreated Agricultural Water Online Tools

Safe Use of Rain Barrel Water

Water Treatment for Preharvest Use

Postharvest Water

Handling Turbidity in Postharvest Wash Water

Handling Wash Water Discharge from Pack Sheds

Wildlife

Factsheet: Electric Fence Designs to Deter White-tailed Deer

VIDEO: Electric Fence Designs for Deterring White-tailed Deer

Land Use

Produce Safety Alliance: Food Safety for Flooded Farms

Overview

Food Safety Considerations for Postharvest Washing of Produce

Maintaining a Cold Chain

Make Food Safety a Priority at Your Farmers Market Booth

DIY Tools and Resources

Market Garden Barrel Washer for Root Vegetables - Heifer Ranch

Equipment Sanitation

Harvest Containers

Conveyor Washing System

Farm Food Safety Plan Writing Resources

Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)

COVID-19

Food Safety Sheet for Specialty Crop Farm Operators

VIDEO: COVID-19 Guidance for Employers & Guest Workers

Natural Disasters

Food Safety for Flooded Farms

Arkansas Locally Grown Produce Harvest Calendar

Factsheet: A Consumer's Guide to Safe Handling of Locally Grown Produce

Demonstration Videos

VIDEO: Produce Safety in the Home Garden: Lettuce Harvest

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