Ala. Code § 2-27-8

In addition to the express authority of the commissioner, with approval of the Board of Agriculture and Industries, to adopt rules and regulations and establish fees for the administration and enforcement of the provisions of this article as provided in this article, the commissioner, with approval of the State Board of Agriculture and Industries, may also adopt and promulgate such other rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the evident intent and purpose of this article. A public hearing with due notice thereof shall be given before rules and regulations are approved and adopted as authorized in this section.