The Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation made farming in our parish quite a bit safer with the donation of a Grain Bin Rescue Tube and Rescue Auger to the Natchitoches Fire Department, Wednesday, March 4 at the Parish Fairgrounds. Grain Bin Entrapment is an extremely dangerous situation in which a person working in a grain bin falls in. Moving grain will cause the person to rapidly sink. The grain is heavy and exerts pressure on the body. A person in grain over their knees will not be able to be lifted out. As the grain rises, so does the pressure.

Louisiana Farm Bureau urges Congress to pass the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026 as it advanced out of the House Committee on Agriculture on March 5, 2026. Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation President Richard Fontenot sent a letter to the state’s congressional delegation, including Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise, outlining the urgent need for updated policy.

The show ring is packed with students putting their best foot forward for showmanship. When Jesse Daigle steps onto the dirt, he has his game face on.

The beef industry is evolving, and the producers who stay ahead are the ones willing to see what’s possible beyond their fence line.  

The 2026 Louisiana Farm Bureau Beef Tour is quickly approaching, offering an eye-opening experience for not only cattle farmers, but those eager to learn more and network in Central and Eastern Texas.  

A forester, a former LSU AgCenter administrator with an entomological background and an advocate for Louisiana’s sugarcane industry were inducted into the Louisiana Agriculture Hall of Distinction. The induction took place at the L’Auberge Hotel in Baton Rouge Feb. 26.

Aviation and agriculture have shared a long history. From aerial seeding to crop dusting, airplanes have long played a role in modern farming. Now, new research underway at Louisiana State University could allow agriculture to return the favor—helping power the aviation industry itself.

The Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation is joining a broad coalition of agricultural organizations, cotton industry leaders and major retailers in urging Congress to support the bipartisan Buying American Cotton Act (H.R. 7230).

The next time you pour out a sack of boiled crawfish, bite into a sweet slice of king cake or buy a carton of fresh Louisiana strawberries, think about the work that happens long before those Louisiana staples reach your table.

The Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation is urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture to review and revive key local food purchasing programs that have supported farmers and ranchers while providing fresh, nutritious food to schools and food banks across Louisiana.

For Aaron Lee, farming was never just a career choice, it was a legacy. 

That legacy challenged him to grow into leadership while carrying the expectations of five generations before him. Lee grew up on his grandfather’s farm, realizing from a young age that he wanted to pursue a career in agriculture. He’s now a sixth-generation sugarcane, livestock, rice, and crawfish farmer. 

An early sunrise in Vermilion Parish revealed a skim of ice still clinging to the water in Adler Stelly’s crawfish ponds — not enough to step on, but enough to stop the season in its tracks. 

Just north of Interstate 20 in Claiborne Parish, winter weather doesn’t stop the work at Marsalis Cattle.

When Mitch Marsalis began his morning chores, temperatures hovered around 23 degrees with sleet falling— conditions that would send most people back indoors. For Marsalis, it meant an extra layer of responsibility. 

Sara Bair, a junior majoring in agriculture education at Utah State University, has been named the winner of the American Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Collegiate Discussion Meet. Bair earned the national title following a dynamic discussion on how communities can grow responsibly while protecting farms, ranches and the agricultural way of life.

After careful consideration, we are excited to announce the Social Media Ambassadors, sponsored by Case IH, and the Farm Bureau Fellows, sponsored by CoBank, for the 2026 YF&R Leadership Conference. By the look of our applicant pool, the future of agriculture, food and natural resources is bright!

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall’s Verbal Testimony to the United States Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, & Forestry — “Increasing Domestic Consumption of U.S.-Grown Agricultural Products”

U.S. farmers are bracing for a system shock resulting from the disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and the impact on fertilizer availability and prices. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall today urged President Trump to intervene in a letter that lays out several recommendations.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on potential fuel and fertilizer supply issues following military action in Iran.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on USDA’s new “One Farmer, One File” initiative, which promises to streamline efforts to make its services more efficient for farmers and ranchers across the country.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall today commented on the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down the administration’s use of tariffs.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on EPA finalizing the registration of dicamba products.

Sunday’s big game will be the main focus for millions of America’s families, but what they eat during the game will be a close second. The NFL championship represents the second-highest day of food consumption, behind only Thanksgiving.

The 107th Annual American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, held January 10-12, 2025, featured a historic display of bipartisanship and a firm commitment to agricultural relief. Highlighting the event were two major sessions: a first-of-its-kind congressional roundtable and a closing address from the nation’s top agricultural official.

American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall highlights the urgent need for legislation expanding the bridge support program for farmers, reinforced by new analysis indicating the economic crisis in farm country is likely to continue this year.