LSU AgCenter Researchers Slated to Speak at Midsouth Multi-conference Event
LSU AgCenter experts will be featured speakers during a national multi-conference event, Jan. 27 and 28 in East Memphis, Tennessee. The conferences include the National Conservation Systems Cotton and Rice, Southern Soybean and Corn, Delta States Irrigation and the Southern Precision Ag Conferences.
The conference will mark the 28th year that LSU AgCenter along with six other Midsouth universities have co-sponsored these conferences. The other universities are Auburn University, Mississippi State University, University of Arkansas, University of Missouri, University of Tennessee and Texas A&M University.
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Calcasieu-Cameron Parish FSA County Committee Elections Over
Calcasieu-Cameron Parish U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced that County Committee elections are over, and the ballots have been counted.
Robert Denison of Iowa was re-elected to represent local administrative area 1 (LAA 1) and Adam Habetz of Choupique was elected to represent local administrative area 5 (LAA-5).
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Beauregard-Vernon Parish FSA County Committee Election Over
Beauregard-Vernon Parish U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced that County Committee elections are over, and the ballots have been counted.
Joey Andrews of DeRidder was re-elected to represent local administrative area 3 (LAA 3).
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Farmers Ask Congress to Pass Critical Assistance
American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall today is asking Congress to pass the continuing resolution bill that includes support for farmers.
“I know I speak for farmers across the country when I say thank you to Speaker Johnson, Leaders Jeffries, Schumer and McConnell, and many other members of Congress for recognizing the incredibly difficult agricultural economy by including in the year-end legislation: much-needed economic assistance for farmers; emergency aid for communities devastated by natural disasters; a farm bill extension; and for making E-15 available at fuel pumps all year long.
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Avian Influenza Found in Louisiana Backyard Flock; Producers Urged to Take Precautions
Testing has confirmed a case of avian influenza in a backyard flock in Bossier Parish, Louisiana. The backyard flock owner alerted the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry of increased mortality in the backyard flock. Following an investigation by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) and the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in the non-commercial backyard flock (non-poultry).
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This Crisis Does Not End on the Farm
The American farm economy is in crisis, and farmers need immediate supplemental economic assistance to stay afloat.
Louisiana Farm Bureau and the American Farm Bureau Federation worked over the weekend to ensure a final government funding deal did not leave agriculture behind. Congressional leaders floated the idea of a clean Continuing Resolution with a simple Farm Bill extension. Agricultural advocates responded with a clear message: “No. We won’t be left out this time.”
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Flesh-eating Maggots Halted All Cattle Imports From Mexico: Here's What it Means for Louisiana
A flesh-eating maggot that had been eradicated in the U.S. and parts of Central America is back and could potentially threaten Louisiana cattle, experts in the beef industry are warning.
Due to the reappearance of New World screwworms in Mexico — a type of flesh-eating maggot — the USDA has suspended all cattle and bison imports.
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ARA Urges Congress To Fund Agriculture In Year-End Continuing Resolution
The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) President & CEO Daren Coppock released the following statement with concerns that Congress may neglect critical payments needed by growers as legislators work on the year-end continuing resolution this week.
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NSP Urges Congress to Pass Economic Assistance in Year-end Package
National Sorghum Producers Chair Amy France, a sorghum farmer from Scott City, Kansas, released the following statement of concern over Congress’ inability to include economic relief for producers in the year-end supplemental legislation. NSP is urging lawmakers from farm states to reject the bill if it fails to include this vital assistance.
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Farmers Need Economic Assistance Now
As members of Congress representing districts where farming and ranching keep our rural communities alive, we know the challenges producers endure to provide for our country. However, inflation, high interest rates, and erratic weather have driven many farmers across the country to the breaking point.
Farmers need relief in the form of an updated farm bill, and Congress must act. Instead of adjusting the 2018 farm bill to provide reasonable support, Congress extended this legislation in September 2023 without meaningful reforms.
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USA Rice Recognizes Leaders In Conservation And Sustainability
The U.S. rice industry reinforces its longstanding commitment to conservation and sustainability each year by recognizing industry leaders to showcase their stewardship efforts in conserving and efficiently using natural resources while bolstering wildlife habitat and biodiversity.
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4-H Hosts Camps, Ceremonies Over Holiday Season To Benefit Children & Communities
This holiday season, Louisiana 4-H has been active around the state. Between events and opportunities like overnight camps and community projects, 4-H’ers have been busy working together and improving their communities.
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AFBF Calls For A No Vote If Congress Ignores Ag Recession
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall today expressed disappointment that Congress appears to turn a blind eye to the agricultural recession in its year-end supplemental legislation. Duvall calls on farm state members to oppose the bill if economic aid for farmers is missing.
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Soybean Preliminary OVT Results 2024
The 2024 OVT Trial was planted at these LSU AgCenter research stations: Central Station, Baton Rouge; Dean Lee, Alexandria; Iberia, Jeanerette; Macon Ridge, Winnsboro; Red River, Bossier; and Rice Station, Crowley. The MG 3.9-4.4 OVT data from the Red River Research Station was not included due to extreme weather damage.
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Upcoming Crawfish Season Is Looking Up According to Experts
Last year's crawfish season faced many challenges due to drought and extreme temperatures, leading to a sharp decline in the harvest. However, local crawfish farmers are feeling optimistic about this upcoming season due to early signs of a stronger season.
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