Strawberry season is about to begin in earnest as growers across Louisiana are beginning to see an increase in blooming.
They had to battle snow and record cold temperatures in January, but LSU AgCenter’s Craig Gautreaux said the snow helped shield the plants from the low temperatures.
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Farmers are being urged to watch for the pest and take steps to prevent its spread.
Traders are watching for additional purchases despite continued weakness in Chinese demand.
Nothing changes immediately. This is a supplemental proposal, and EPA will accept comments for 30 days after publication in the Federal Register before developing a final rule.
Stronger mill use is providing a boost for extra-long-staple cotton demand, though overall volumes remain limited.
