Department of Agriculture to Host 2026 Groundwater Summit
Little Rock — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture will host the 2026 Arkansas Groundwater Summit on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute in Morrilton.
The summit, sponsored by Ducks Unlimited, The Nature Conservancy, and the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute, will bring together leaders and experts from across agriculture, conservation, academia, and government to discuss the state of groundwater in Arkansas and opportunities for long-term sustainability.
Speakers:
- Arkansas Department of Agriculture specialists
- Beaver Water District representatives
- Ducks Unlimited and The Nature Conservancy staff
- U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Geological Survey representatives
- University of Arkansas academics
Attendees will engage in:
- Panel discussions
- Keynote sessions
- Interactive conversations
focused on groundwater trends, challenges, and emerging solutions.
The event is free, but registration is required by Nov. 1: Register Here. Learn more about the Department’s Groundwater Protection and Management Program here.
About the Arkansas Department of Agriculture:
The Department of Agriculture is dedicated to promoting and supporting Arkansas agriculture, forestry, and natural resources. They strive to ensure competitive markets for farmers and ranchers while conserving natural resources and providing safe food, fiber, and forest products for the state and nation.
Source: Arkansas Department of Agriculture