In this episode, LFBF Lobbyist, Joe Mapes joins Avery and Karl to discuss what's been happening at the state capitol since a new crop of lawmakers were elected in the fall. Governor Landry and the legislature have been busy with multiple sessions and there is now a bill filed that calls for a constitutional convention. We also discuss the recent Young Farmers & Ranchers capitol day and the importance of those members learning how to participate and advocate on behalf of the issues that affect them back on their farms. Joe's recent article about a constitutional convention on Louisiana Farm Bureau News. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. News about the new bill filed about constitutional convention. Sign up for Voter Voice and learn more about the legislative work happening at Louisiana Farm Bureau. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

This week, a handful of Louisiana Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers headed to Washington D.C. to advocate on behalf of the ag industry and issues they face on their farms. In this episode, Karl visits with Andy Brown who's helping lead this trip to the Capitol, as well as Josh Meeks, who's going to help cover the trip for Farm Bureau. We cover the issues they're going to be addressing, the value of these trips, and what Josh can expect on his first trip to the nation's capitol. Josh's recent crawfish story on This Week In Louisiana Agriculture. Avery's recent story about crawfish season for This Week In Louisiana Agriculture. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

This week is National Grain Bin Safety Week. Joining us on this episode of the podcast are Wendell Miley and Matt Sirgo of Louisiana Farm Bureau. They are here to talk about the upcoming grain bin safety workshops and the story behind why they started these programs over a decade ago. The first workshop will be held Tuesday, Feb. 27 in Acadia Parish The next workshop is Wednesday, Feb. 28 in St. Landry Parish The final workshop is Thursday, Feb. 29 in Catahoula Parish The event is free to attend, but registering ahead is recommended! A meal will be served at 5:30 p.m. with the classroom portion beginning at 6 p.m.. The entire program will last approximately two and a half to three hours. See a YouTube playlist of past coverage of Grain Bin Safety Workshops. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

Labor: it's a constant need on farms across the nation. In many cases, farmers will bring labor in through foreign worker programs to fill jobs that they're unable to fill locally. That's a lot easier said than done, thanks to constantly changing policies and requirements for farmers to bring these valuable workers to their farms. That's why the Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation hosts the Mid-South Ag Labor Seminar -- it's an opportunity to get up-to-date on all things labor policy, law, and best practices. Register for the seminar here. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

A new year in Louisiana means a few things... king cake, gumbo weather, and crawfish! On this week's episode, Avery Davidson chats with Andy Brown and Bill Pizzolato about the affects weather has had on this year's crawfish crop and how that's making the crustacean quite expensive and hard to get for consumers. Find crawfish prices near you using the Crawfish App! Learn more about crawfish news here. Plan your visit to Tony's Seafood here. Follow the Louisiana Crawfish Promotion and Research Board on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

Welcome to a new year of the Louisiana Farm Bureau Podcast! We return with a great conversation with Robert and Rachel Duncan, young farmers from central Louisiana. Along with raising their children, soybeans, flowers and cattle, they chair the Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers and Ranchers committee. They are also the winner of this year's YF&R Achievement Award. This week they are heading to the American Farm Bureau Federation's annual meeting to represent Louisiana in the national competition. That's among the many topics we cover in this episode of the Louisiana Farm Bureau Podcast. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau YF&R here. Learn more about Robert and Rachel in this video. Follow along with their trip to AFBF Convention on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

The primary function of the Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation is to ensure farmers can continue to feed a growing world. One of the ways it does that is by helping move agricultural products through the Louisiana Farm Bureau Marketing Association. In this episode, Karl Wiggers sits down with grain marketing specialists Greg Fox and Grayson Close to talk about the company and how they help farmers across Louisiana sell their crops at the best price at the best time. See the story from a proud Louisiana Farm Bureau Marketing customer here. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

You have probably heard us say “we are more than just insurance” a time or two on this podcast. But truth is, access to Louisiana Farm Bureau Insurance is one of the biggest benefits offered to Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation members. In this episode, Avery Davidson sits down with Kirk Hendry, Louisiana Farm Bureau Insurance Vice President of Sales, to discuss the unique structure of the company, his personal career and the difficult times the insurance industry is facing in Louisiana. See the story from Louisiana Farm Bureau Agents on the farm. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau Insurance. Learn more about Farm Bureau Bank. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

This week, Karl has Avery and Neil join the podcast to discuss the 2023 American Farm Bureau Thanksgiving Dinner Survey. The short of it, the cost for the average Thanksgiving Dinner is down from last year. This week, Neil Melancon tells us more about the survey's findings and what it means for consumers when it's time to head to the grocery store. See Neil's story on TWILA. See the American Farm Bureau survey results here. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

In this episode, Karl sits down with Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation 3rd Vice President, Richard Fontenot. They discuss how he originally got introduced to the Farm Bureau family as a child, and then again in the Young Farmers and Ranchers program. They also discuss his crops this year, his involvement in 4-H and FFA as a youth and still today, and why he loves to serve in leadership at Louisiana Farm Bureau. See the story from Richard's farm tour with Evangeline Reimagine Academy. Learn more about Louisiana 4H and Louisiana FFA. Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

This week, Wendell Miley and Matt Sirgo join the podcast to discuss the 2023 Louisiana Farm Bureau Holiday Shop. We discuss the history of the program, changes to this year's lineup of items, and how you can place an order and get some incredible Louisiana items in time to host your family this holiday season. Learn more about the Holiday Shop. See This Week In Louisiana Agriculture stories from the past couple of years featuring the Holiday Shop. - 2023 Holiday Shop Preview - 2022 Feasting On Agriculture: Holiday Shop - 2020 Holiday Shop Preview Learn more about Louisiana Farm Bureau member benefits here. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

For the first time, the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives is a Louisiana Congressman -- Mike Johnson from Louisiana's 4th District. In this episode, Brian Breaux and Andy Brown of the Louisiana Farm Bureau Commodity and Public Policy Department join us to share what this means for Louisiana farmers and ranchers and the issues important to Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation, most importantly a new farm bill.

You've heard the phrase, "Farm To Table." It's really not that new to most. Generations ago, everyone raised their own food in the garden and cooked it for dinner. Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation is creating a space for those farmers who market directly to consumers to support each other, solve problems, and help continue feeding their neighbors. In this episode, Karl visits with two of those farmers, Kacie Luckett and Grant Estrade. Learn more about Grant & Kate Estrade here. Learn more about Kacie & Derek Luckett here and here. Learn more about their farm. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

This week, Avery Davidson sits down with LSU Vice President of Agriculture, Dr. Matt Lee. They discuss the importance of youth development programs, like 4-H and Louisiana FFA, and the value they bring to Louisiana agriculture and it's future. They also talk about the LSU AgCenter and how its many research stations across the state are improving the Louisiana farming community. Learn more about Louisiana 4H and Louisiana FFA. Learn more about the LSU College of Agriculture and the LSU AgCenter. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

This week, Avery Davidson has a conversation with Louisiana Farm Bureau President, Jim Harper. They discuss sugarcane harvest and the affects the drought has had on the crop in Louisiana. They also discuss the Drought Assistance Improvement Act, a bill from Louisiana 5th District Congresswoman, Julia Letlow. Learn more about Louisiana sugarcane impacted by drought. Learn more about Congresswoman Letlow's bill and Louisiana Farm Bureau's praise of the bill. Become a member of Louisiana Farm Bureau today.

In this episode, we discuss the significance of H.R. 5691, the Drought Assistance Improvement Act, with our guest Andy Brown, National Affairs Coordinator of the Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation. This bill, introduced by Louisiana's 5th District Congresswoman Julia Letlow, holds the potential to bring relief to crawfish farmers and cattle ranchers impacted by drought in our state. We'll examine the bill's key provisions, grassroots efforts to promote change, and its impact on Louisiana's farming and ranching community. Learn more about the bill here -> https://lafarmbureaunews.com/news/2023/9/27/congresswoman-julia-letlow-introduces-the-drought-assistance-improvement-act Read the bill here -> https://mcusercontent.com/bd4e2aaf572d9723e64e78fd0/files/840d5143-e2a8-f0ca-5efa-5cca461505fd/H.R.5691.pdf

In this episode, we tackle the pressing issue of drought in Louisiana. We speak with agricultural experts Andy Brown and Madison Plaisance from the Louisiana Farm Bureau about the challenges faced by farmers and ranchers due to the recent drought. We also cover the impact of the grassroots efforts led by the Farm Bureau to influence the drought monitor and bring about change. Tune in to learn about the initiatives making waves in our state, find inspiration in the stories of farmers overcoming adversity, and gain a greater appreciation for the vital role agriculture plays in our lives. Report drought conditions on your farm here -> https://droughtimpacts.unl.edu/Tools/ConditionMonitoringObservations.aspx https://lafarmbureau.org/

This week, we dive into the wellbeing of those who feed our nation. Join us as we explore the critical topic of farm safety, featuring Wendell Miley and Matt Sirgo from the Louisiana Farm Bureau. In this episode, we examine essential aspects of safety, from equipment precautions to health and wellness practices, and discuss how these elements impact the agricultural community. Whether you're a farmer seeking practical tips or simply curious about the efforts dedicated to keeping our farmers safe, this episode is a valuable resource. We spotlight the work done by the Louisiana Farm Bureau to prioritize safety in agriculture, emphasizing that safety isn't just a priority—it's a commitment. Tune in for an informative conversation that underscores the importance of safety in farming and ranching. To learn more about National Farm Safety and Health Week, visit https://www.agrisafe.org/nfshw/ Want to attend? AgriSafe will host two webinars each day. Schedule of Webinars Click on each individual webinar for a detailed description and to find the registration link! For resources about mental health, visit https://lafarmbureau.org/mentalhealth or https://www.fb.org/initiative/farm-state-of-mind

In this episode of the Louisiana Fam Bureau Podcast, we're learning all about the "Louisiana Agriculture in the Classroom" program and the upcoming workshops that are sowing the seeds of agricultural education across our great state. Louisiana Ag in the Classroom provides free resources, like ag-themed lessons that support core subjects and align with Louisiana Student Standard, and training for teachers where Certificates for Continuing Learning Units (CLUs) are provided. Our host, Karl Wiggers sits down with Lynda Danos, Ag in the Classroom State Coordinator, as she explains how Louisiana educators can bring agriculture in their classrooms and why students will love it when they do! https://aitcla.org/

In this episode, Avery Davidson continues our coverage of the upcoming gubernatorial election scheduled for October 14th. Davidson interviews Louisiana Treasurer, John Schroder. In this interview, Schroder shares his background in law enforcement, military service, and business and how he found his way into a political career. Watch the video of the interview here. Learn more about John Schroder's campaign here. To sign up for the Grassroots Government e-newsletter and Voter Voice, visit this link. To become a member and have your voice heard, visit Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation here. Find more headlines at Louisiana Farm Bureau News.