The duties and responsibilities of the program operating board shall be prescribed in the authority for each marketing program and to the extent applicable shall include the following:
(a) To develop and direct the marketing program;(b) To prepare and approve a budget consistent with estimated receipts and the scope of the marketing program;(c) To formulate and execute assessment procedures, rates and methods of collection;(d) To procure and evaluate data and information necessary for the proper administration and operation of the marketing program;(e) To employ personnel and contract for services which are necessary for the proper operation of the marketing program;(f) To authorize the expenditure of funds and the contracting of expenditures to conduct proper activities of the program;(g) To bond the treasurer and such other persons necessary to insure adequate protection of funds; and(h) To perform such other duties which are necessary to the proper operation of the program.