he RICE Awards recognize individuals who embrace the values of Resilience, Innovation, Contribution and Excellence (RICE) in their work throughout the rice industry. If you know someone who exemplifies these characteristics, help us honor their incredible achievements by nominating them for a 2026 RICE Award.
Read MoreHurricane season is once again upon us, and the LSU AgCenter has recommendations to mitigate potential danger and losses to yards, homes and animals, tips for keeping food and cleaning supplies on hand and information for farmers and ranchers.
Read MoreChina’s retaliatory tariffs on U.S. agricultural goods wiped out an estimated $14.9 billion in export sales over a 12-month period, according to a new North Dakota State University analysis, with soybeans taking the biggest hit.
Read MoreMy husband and I have been together for nearly 18 years. I vividly remember the conversations we had during some of those first dates, discussing issues affecting animal agriculture and what the future would hold. Oddly enough, some of those same issues are still plaguing animal agriculture today.
Read MoreSchool gardens often begin with enthusiasm but require ongoing skills and support to remain productive and connected to learning throughout the year. The LSU AgCenter’s Seeds to Success: Louisiana Farm to School Program will host a School Gardening for Sustainability training June 25 in Winnsboro for educators and community members working in school gardens and farm-to-school programs.
Read MoreAt the center of the announcement is the Blue Point Project in Louisiana, a $3.7 billion ammonia facility, USDA says, that will become the world’s largest ammonia plant once completed.
Read MoreThe fuel and fertilizer spikes squeezing U.S. agriculture are not a regional story, but are hitting farm balance sheets from the Mid-South to the Midwest. Dr. Michael Deliberto, an agricultural economist from the AgCenter at Louisiana State University, said the squeeze isn’t just a regional problem.
Read MoreThe Becnel family has farmed Louisiana citrus for five generations, so when Ben Becnel was asked about the industry's current state, his answer was simple.
"It used to be profitable. Now, it's not," he said.
Read MoreIn honor of the International Year of the Woman Farmer, Women in Agribusiness, in partnership with the American Farm Bureau Federation, is expanding their annual Demeter Award to include a female farmer category. Nominations are now being accepted through June 22.
Read MoreAmerica’s demand for meat continues to grow, even as the cost of beef, pork and chicken rises. Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kickoff to grilling season, and in the latest Market Intel, American Farm Bureau Federation economists analyzed what prices shoppers may find at the grocery store.
Read MoreFollowing recent heavy downpours, Louisiana has been experiencing cooler-than-usual nighttime temperatures — conditions that are highly conducive to Pythium diseases, which are harmful to vegetable crops.
Read MoreCattle farmer Roy McIntyre, whose family has farmed near Holly Ridge for generations, says he’s concerned Meta’s proposed 2,250-acre site could threaten farmland, water and small businesses in Delhi.
Read MoreAlthough quality grades are the biggest opportunity for lost profit, yield grades are a key factor in premiums and discounts for cattle sold on the grid. As beef prices continue to skyrocket, yield grade accuracy is more important than ever.
Read MoreMuch of Louisiana is now under a Slight Risk for damaging winds Tuesday, along with a Marginal Risk for flash flooding. While severe weather chances decrease later this week, several rounds of rain could bring much-needed drought relief — along with some isolated flooding concerns in northern Louisiana through Saturday.
Read MoreThe Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry’s (LDAF) Livestock Brand Commission will host its next saddle microchipping event on Friday, May 29, from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. It will be held at the Burton Complex located at 7001 Gulf Highway in Lake Charles, Louisiana, in conjunction with the Louisiana High School Rodeo Association.
Read More
