Louisiana leads the nation in sugarcane production but rising costs and shifting consumer trends are creating challenges for farmers.
At the American Sugarcane League’s annual meeting, experts discussed sugar prices, demand, the Farm Bill, and potential policy changes that could impact the industry.
This Week in Louisiana Agriculture gives us a look at what lies ahead for the state’s $4 billion industry.
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Fertilizer still consumes an unusually large share of crop value.
