The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is proposing changes to two regulatory rules, including amendments to the Arkansas Rules on Pesticide Use that would establish a new classification of pesticide commonly used as feral hog bait. The Arkansas State Plant Board approved the draft rule changes during its meeting on Dec. 8.
Under the authority of Ark. Code § 20-20-206, the proposed amendments would create a new pesticide classification, Class J, to include pesticides containing warfarin when used as a feral hog intoxicant. The amendment outlines requirements for dealers and applicators, including training, licensing, recordkeeping and use restrictions related to Class J pesticides.
Feral hogs cause significant damage to agricultural lands and natural resources across the state. Establishing a distinct category for these products supports ongoing efforts to manage and reduce feral hog populations. In addition, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act authorized $47 million for the federal Feral Swine Eradication and Control Program. Arkansas is one of 14 states selected to receive funding for feral hog eradication efforts over a five-year period. More information about feral hog eradication efforts in Arkansas can be found on the Department’s website…