Let’s see what went down at the Louisiana Farm Bureau Women’s Committee’s recent capitol visit

With spring comes attention focused on the state capitol and policy that affects farmers and ranchers in the state. That was evident at the Louisiana Farm Bureau Women’s Committee’s recent visit.

This Week in Louisiana Ag takes us along for a glimpse at all they accomplished.

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