The secretary shall attend all meetings of the board, and preserve records of its proceedings and all its correspondence, collect and preserve such books, pamphlets, periodicals and other documents as may be of interest to the horticulturalist [horticulturist], and to [sic] correspond with agricultural and horticultural societies and colleges and what other persons and bodies as he may be directed by the board. He shall also prepare such reports as are required by the board, and perform such other duties as will pertain to the office.