A Unique Trinity: Richard Fontenot Describes Farming the Trinity of Crawfish, Rice, and Soybeans With His Brother Neal

By Tony Marks, Evangeline Today

Most people in South Louisiana know of two main trinities. The first of which is the Holy Trinity of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit; and the second is onions, celery, and bell peppers. However, here in Evangeline Parish, there is a trinity that is unique to the area. This is the farming of crawfish, rice, and soybeans.