Sugarcane farmers in Plaquemine began the first day of a 100-to-110-day harvest season this week, with rising diesel prices adding new costs to the operation.
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Agricultural professionals, conservation leaders and federal officials met in September for the annual Endangered Species Act (ESA) Farm Tour, sponsored by the National Alliance of Independent Crop Consultants, the Weed Science Society of America and NAICC’s Foundation for Environmental Agricultural Education.
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USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture has awarded $20 million to support Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program grants. These highly competitive programs support innovations that focus on high-quality research related to important scientific problems and opportunities in agriculture that could lead to significant public benefits.
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A rally in commodity prices is helping Louisiana farmers absorb much of the higher input costs for fuel and fertilizer, but economists are not sure how long it will last. LSU AgCenter reporter Craig Gautreaux spoke with an ag economist about the current runup in farm products.
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The application deadline for the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program has been extended to this Friday, September 25, 2026.
USDA made available $35 million for partnerships to respond to the threat feral swine pose to American agriculture, landscapes and human and livestock health.
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Louisiana continues to reach significant milestones while expanding broadband access across the state, with new FCC data highlighting the state's continued progress in bringing reliable connectivity to all communities.
The latest FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC) data, which reflects broadband availability as of December 2025, shows significant growth in Louisiana's broadband access over the past six months.
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The run to 93 cents is over. That doesn’t mean it can’t return, but the market has adjusted. The bulls, for now, have lost the momentum. Prices (Dec futures) have dropped over 10 cents since the peak at 93 cents.
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The waning days of summer brought researchers and producers together in central and northeast Louisiana with the focus on improving multiple aspects of the cattle business at the LSU AgCenter’s annual beef and forage field days.
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Farmers and loggers are getting much needed help from Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as harvest is underway across Louisiana.
Governor Landry signed an executive order declaring an emergency due to the shortage and high cost of diesel fuel.
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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced today the awarding of over $26 million to farmers and agricultural producers across the country through the USDA Value Added Producer Grant (VAPG) Program. Entities can use these grant funds to develop value-added agricultural products, conduct market research, and implement business and marketing strategies.
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Sugar has earned the dubious distinction of being among the world’s most distorted commodity markets.
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An ag economist says widespread USDA farm program payments are expected for crop farmers beginning next month.
David Widmar with Ag Economic Insights tells Brownfield farmers will receive the higher payment from either the Ag Risk Coverage program or Price Loss Coverage program.
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Farmland is disappearing across the United States as development and other pressures reduce the amount of land available for agriculture.
American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall says competition for farmland is growing as housing, businesses, solar projects, and data centers expand.
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The United Nations announced the appointment Friday of U.S. agriculture official Luke Lindberg to head the World Food Program, the U.N. food agency that calls itself “the world’s frontline responder to hunger” in conflicts, crises and emergencies around the world.
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The Southern University Ag Center will bring business development resources to small farmers and business owners in Ville Platte through its Growing Rural Opportunities through Workforce and Business Development, Louisiana (GROW LA) initiative.
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