The council may:

1. Expend moneys collected pursuant to this chapter for its administration;

2. Employ, bond, and compensate necessary personnel;

3. Accept gifts, grants, and donations of money, property, and services, to carry out this chapter;

4. a. Contract with the governmental entity that is responsible for administration of the dry pea and lentil assessment in another state or province and provide for: (1) The return by that governmental entity of any assessment charged on dry peas and lentils grown in this state; and (2) The return by the council of any assessment charged on dry peas and lentils grown in another state or province; and

b. Contract with any person for any other purpose permitted under this chapter;

5. Sue and be sued; and

6. Do all things necessary and proper to enforce and administer this chapter.