Louisiana shrimpers say that industry is under increasing pressure as they struggle with low dockside prices, rising operating costs and competition from imported shrimp.
Acy Cooper, president of the Louisiana Shrimp Association, says the pressure starts at the dock, where the price fishermen receive for their catch can make it difficult to justify the cost of going out.
Read MoreDiesel prices in Louisiana have never been higher. The statewide average for diesel is almost $5.59 a gallon. Interestingly, this comes as the average for regular unleaded gasoline is not close to record territory – currently at $3.85, well short of the record of almost $4.56, set in June of 2022. Don Redman with AAA says the United States, being one of the leading exporters of diesel, is having to export a lot more, especially to Europe.
Read MoreCredit is an essential part of agriculture, helping farmers manage costs and invest in their operations. But as borrowing costs rise, what does increased reliance on credit say about the overall health of the farm economy? American Farm Bureau Economist Faith Parum breaks it down.
Read MoreThe USDA has released updated estimates for Louisiana’s 2026 crop production, including acreage, yields and total production for major commodities across the state.
Read MoreThe Southern University Ag Center’s JagFresh Farmers Market will open for the fall season on the Southern University campus.
The farmers market will feature nearly 30 vendors selling fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, plants and herbs, honey, and local products. Healthy living information will also be provided by the 1890 Center of Excellence.
Read MoreFarmers, conservation partners and LSU AgCenter researchers gathered for a field day focused on soil health, nitrogen management and watershed protection in rice‑growing areas of southwest Louisiana.
Read MoreUSDA's September 2026 net farm income forecast, released Sept. 3, projects that net farm income, a broad measure of farm sector profitability, will decline to $158.4 billion in 2026. That is $4.3 billion, or 2.6%, below the newly revised 2025 estimate of approximately $162.7 billion. After adjusting for inflation, the decline becomes considerably larger at $9.1 billion, or 5.5%.
Read MoreThe U.S. rice industry is giving away $10,000 to high school seniors in Arkansas, California, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Texas as part of The Rice Foundation's annual National Rice Month Video Scholarship Contest. A Louisiana student hasn’t won the top grand prize since 2018 – and they are certainly due!
Read MoreThe Department of Agriculture's Commodity Credit Corporation today announced the following prevailing world market prices of milled and rough rice, adjusted for U.S. milling yields and location, and the resulting marketing loan gain (MLG) and loan deficiency payment (LDP) rates applicable to the 2026 crop, which will become effective today at 7:00 a.m., Eastern Time (ET).
Read MoreA pair of ag economists with the University of Illinois say input costs are likely to continue to limit farmer profitability next season.
Read MoreA new solar-powered livestock watering system implemented with assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is allowing Crawford County farmer Ralph Dorale to better utilize his pasture, reduce soil erosion, increase his cow herd, and improve cattle performance on his rented 153-acre pasture.
Read MoreEvidence is mounting that a strengthening El Niño could bring a notably different weather pattern across U.S. farm country this winter, with wetter conditions favored across parts of the southern tier. At the same time, portions of the northern Plains and Rockies could trend warmer and drier.
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is improving access to credit for farmers and ranchers by making farm loan policy and technology improvements, reducing administrative burdens and strengthening financial security.
Read MorePresident Trump has signed a pair of executive orders that address market access and competition for America’s farmers and ranchers.
Read MoreFranklin Parish Greg Kincaid says the ongoing drought has given him a mixed bag of results over the last few months. He says rain is much needed for cattle and hay farmers.
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