We are celebrating the 75th anniversary of the LSU AgCenter’s Sweet Potato Research Station
Everyone Loves Sweet Potatoes!
September 18, 2024 12:28 PM
Agriculture has come a long way over the last 75 years. This Week In Louisiana Agriculture takes us along to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the LSU AgCenter’s Sweet Potato Research Station.
From soil to harvest. Top Crop is an all-new series about four of the best farmers in the world—Dan Luepkes, of Oregan, Illinois; Cory Atley, of Cedarville, Ohio; Shelby Fite, of Jackson Center, Ohio; Russell Hedrick, of Hickory, North Carolina—reveals what it takes for them to make a profitable crop. It all starts with good soil, patience, and a strong planter setup.
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Host Ben Bailey hops in the tractor cab, giving farmers 10 minutes to answer as many questions and grab as much cash as they can for their local FFA chapter.
