Louisiana Agriculture Hall Of Distinction Nominations Open
The Louisiana Agriculture Hall of Distinction is now accepting nominations. The nomination form is available online at www.louisianaagriculturehallofdistinction.com or through any parish LSU AgCenter office. The deadline for receiving nominations is Nov. 18.
The Hall of Distinction is a cooperative effort of the Louisiana Radio Network, LSU AgCenter, Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation and Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
It recognizes individuals who have had a profound effect on Louisiana agriculture or agricultural enterprises. Nominees can represent any area of agriculture or agriculture-related industries, including farming, ranching, aquaculture, fisheries, education and agribusiness.
For more information, contact Don Molino with the Louisiana Radio Network at 225-291-2727, ext. 210, or don@louisianaradionetwork.com or Bobby Soileau, LSU AgCenter, at 225-578-3659 or bsoileau@agcenter.lsu.edu.
Relief Fund Established For Georgia Farmers
Georgia Farm Bureau, the Georgia Department of Agriculture and 40 of Georgia’s leading agriculture organizations are banding together to build a relief fund for Georgia farmers affected by Hurricane Helene.
The Weathered But Strong Hurricane Relief Fund is a cross-industry fundraising initiative aimed at supporting Georgia farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene. The fund will provide direct assistance for agricultural losses, including damages to crops, livestock and farm infrastructure.
To make a donation, please visit www.supportgeorgiafarmers.org/. 100% of the funds raised will go toward farmers in need in Georgia.
All donations will be processed through the Georgia Foundation of Agriculture, a 501(c)(3) organization that prepares the next generation of Georgia leaders for success in agriculture and works to preserve the future of farming. Donations to the Weathered But Strong Hurricane Relief Fund are tax-deductible under IRS 170(b)(A)(VI).
’The World Has A Drinking Problem’ Says Texas A&M
Douglas Kingman, Ph.D., an instructional professor in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, created a course for Texas A&M University students called “The World Has a Drinking Problem.”
It dives deep into the complexities of the water challenges that touch every corner of the globe — including the state of Texas.
This class has exploded in popularity, drawing students from across campus to learn how water scarcity affects every person, not just those involved in agriculture and life sciences.
“This course is about teaching all Aggies the importance of water conservation and how critical it is to address these issues for our future,” Kingman said. “We strive to educate our students about these critical issues and the need for solutions at a local, national and global level.”