(1) In carrying out the provisions of 81-9-216 through 81-9-220, 81-9-226 through 81-9-234, and 81-9-236, the chief shall consult with the department of environmental quality and any appropriate state laboratory in matters relating to the potability of water, to sewage systems, and to other sanitary conditions of slaughtering and meat processing establishments that might endanger public health.
(2) The board is designated as the agency responsible for cooperating with the U.S. secretary of agriculture in receiving advisory assistance in developing the state program, technical and laboratory assistance and training, and financial assistance for administration of the program.