Producers in south Lousiana have hunkered down as the region experiences its first-ever blizzard warning.
Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture Dr. Mike Strain joined RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender to talk about current conditions across the state, if the community was prepared for this warning, and what ripple effects lay ahead for agriculture.
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LSU economist Dr. Michael Deliberto says fewer planted acres could tighten supplies and support prices for producers.
Markets have been slow to respond as crop stress worsens across major winter wheat regions, where quality ratings have fallen to multi-decade lows.
Producers say limited moisture is creating major challenges for crops and irrigation heading into summer.
The family operation says recent storms brought needed rain but also major damage across the farm.
Several counties are reviewing disaster declarations. Crop insurance may help growers cover some costs.
With U.S. cattle supplies already tight, drought response remains a long-term supply issue.
