Sugar
Questions remain about potential crop damage as the industry works to control the pest.
Farmers are being urged to watch for the pest and take steps to prevent its spread.
Production is still expected to decline as growers face water, weed and disease challenges.
Industry leaders warn of losses to domestic production and jobs.
Louisiana estimates the storm caused $112 billion in agricultural losses and widespread damage to farm infrastructure.
American Sugar Alliance members discuss their annual symposium this week in Colorado, trade concerns, Farm Bill priorities, and conditions on their farming operations.
GreenLab says its GMO corn product produces brazzein, a natural sugar alternative that is 2,000 times sweeter than table sugar.
Experts say the invasive pest has the potential to cause significant crop losses.
The sap-feeding insect weakens sugarcane and is adding new treatment costs for growers.