This bill appropriates funds for the operating, research, and development expenses of various promotion boards under the Department of Agriculture for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The appropriations include specific amounts for the Arkansas Beef Council, Catfish Promotion Board, Corn and Grain Sorghum Promotion Board, Rice Research and Promotion Board, Soybean Promotion Board, and Wheat Promotion Board. Notably, the bill includes significant funding for research and development, with the Rice Research and Promotion Board receiving $6,966,496 and the Soybean Promotion Board receiving $8,537,500, among other allocations.

Additionally, the bill establishes an emergency clause, indicating that the appropriations are essential for the operation of the agency and must take effect on July 1, 2025, to prevent any disruption in governmental programs. The total appropriated amounts for each board are clearly outlined, with the overall funding reflecting a commitment to support agricultural research and promotion efforts in Arkansas.