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Celebrate National Farmers Market Week Aug. 2-8. Click here for a listing of farmers markets around the state. ATTENTION FARMERS, RANCHERS AND AGRIBUSINESS OWNERS: THE FARM & AGRIBUSINESS RECOVERY GRANT AND LOAN APPLICATION DEADLINE IS AUG. 21. The Apache Foundation Tree Grant Program (for non-profit organizations) is accepting 2009 applications. Click here to learn more and download an application.
Before any country can be a great nation it must first be a nation great in agriculture. For Louisiana to maintain a leading position, we must surpass existing standards of agricultural and forestry achievement and seek additional opportunities for growth and prosperity. Louisiana's agricultural industries and its forestry, soil and water resources are critical to the advancement of our state and play a central role in our diverse cultural heritage. As your Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry, I am committed to working with the farmer and forester, producer and processor and all others to ensure our food is safe, our fiber production among the best and our animals strong and healthy. Thank you for the honor and privilege of serving you.
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Farm & Agribusiness Recovery Program
***Application deadline is Aug. 21***
Specialty Crop Grant Program Aquaculture Grant Program
Commissioner Strain reveals details of the $44.5 million Hurricane Gustav Agriculture Recovery Grant & Loan Program
A video compilation of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry and the Louisiana Recovery Authority's $44.5 million Hurricane Gustav Agriculture Recovery Grant & Loan Program.
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Hurricane Gustav devastates Louisiana's agricultural industry
A video compilation of Hurricane Gustav's impact on the state agricultural industry.
Commissioner Strain advises consumers to be safe with chainsaws.
A public service announcement
Veterinarians with the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry work closely with the state's 60 - 70 licensed turtle farmers. Louisiana is the only state with a self-regulated pet turtle industry.
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What is the purpose of inspection of nursery stock at the grower level?
Nursery stock is inspected at the grower level to insure that the stock being offered for sale is free from injurious insects and diseases. Inspections are also performed for crop and plant pests that are not known to exist in Louisiana as part of an early detection program. All nurseries that ship material out of state are required to undergo annual inspections.
How do I get more Backyard Conservation booklets?
For Backyard Conservation booklets, contact the OSWC, or the Soil & Water Conservation Society at www.swcs.org.
What is considered nursery stock?
Nursery stock is all trees, shrubs, ornamental plants, grass sod, foliage plants, or marsh plants grown or propagated for sale or distribution.
How do I petition a new variety for seed certification?
View General Requirements for Certification located on this website.
