Department of Agriculture
Supporting Arkansas farmers and ranchers while ensuring safe food, fiber, and forest products for the citizens of Arkansas, the nation, and across the globe
Arkansas Beef Council
Overview
The Arkansas Beef Council was created to promote the growth and development of the beef cattle industry in Arkansas by research, promotion, and market development. The board consists of seven members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate as follows:
- Four cattle producers actively and principally engaged in the cattle industry from each of the four congressional districts
- Two cattle producers actively and principally engaged in the cattle industry from the state at large
- One active Arkansas livestock market operator representing the state at large
The members are appointed for three-year terms. Board activities are funded by an assessment of $1.00 per head on all cattle sold in the state, with 50 cents remitted to the federal Cattlemen’s Beef Board and the remainder retained by the state.
Learn more about the Arkansas Beef Council here.
Board Members
| Name | Location | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Terry Laster | Strong | 2023 |
| Jerry Christie | Nashville | 2023 |
| Chase Groves | Garland | 2024 |
| Sam Cecil | Russellville | 2024 |
| Caleb Plyer | Hope | 2025 |
| Robert Campbell | Witt Springs | 2025 |
| Sharon Kay Casey | Malvern | 2025 |
Administrator: Patrick Fisk
