The Arizona Department of Agriculture Advisory Council will hold a public meeting on March 25, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at 141 Paseo De Yucatan Drive, Rio Rico, Arizona, with options to join online or by telephone.
According to the official announcement, the meeting is open to both council members and the general public. Participants can attend in person or access the session virtually by joining online or calling 1-216-930-0315 and entering PIN: 149 641 186#.
The Arizona Department of Agriculture operates as a state government entity under Arizona’s administration, according to the official website. The department includes regional operational units in Phoenix, Tucson and Yuma for plant services. The department aims to lead efforts in consumer protection, the advancement of agriculture in the state and the protection of agricultural commerce.
Arizona agriculture contributes a $23.3 billion economic impact and supports more than 138,000 jobs, according to the official website. The state’s diverse climate enables year-round harvesting and multiple crop cycles on the same land annually. The department also contributes to community health by addressing food insecurity through initiatives that connect residents to nutritious resources.
Further details about the agenda are available as listed on the organization’s website.
