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Disaster Preparedness For Dairy Producers

Due to the vulnerability of Louisiana to hurricanes and their potential to cause widespread damage due to high winds and flooding, hurricane preparedness is essential. This fact sheet provides dairy producers with information needed to get ready for all types of disasters.

Disaster Preparedness for Goat and Sheep Producers

Due to the vulnerability of Louisiana to hurricanes and their potential to cause widespread damage due to high winds and flooding, hurricane preparedness is essential. This fact sheet provides information needed for small-ruminant owners to prepare for all types of disasters.

Disaster Preparedness For Horse Producers

Due to the vulnerability of Louisiana to hurricanes and their potential to cause widespread damage due to high winds and flooding, hurricane preparedness is essential. This fact sheet provides horse producers with information needed to prepare for all types of disasters.

Veterinarian Cautions Don’t Let Horses Starve This Winter

Horses have to rely on their owners for food, water and shelter, so it’s important to see that those needs are met – particularly at times like this when dry weather leads to a shortage of pasture grass, says LSU AgCenter veterinarian Dr. Steven S. Nicholson.

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Poisonous Plants for Louisiana Livestock in the Fall

Images of major poisonous plants are presented to assist livestock owners with plant recognition. Toxic effects are also mentioned.

Louisiana farmers face Sept. 16 deadline for insurance waiver for disaster assistance

(Distributed 09/05/08) Louisiana agricultural producers who suffered crop damage from Hurricane Gustav need crop insurance or non-insured crop disaster assistance coverage to be eligible to participate in federal disaster assistance programs, according to LSU AgCenter agricultural economist Kurt Guidry.

Hay and Feed Suppliers for Livestock

The Lousiana Hay and Feed Supplier Directory has been developed for farmers and ranchers to locate supplies in case of an emergency.

Louisiana State Animal Response Team

Louisiana State Animal Response Team (LSART) is an organization of groups and individuals with an interest in animal well-being related to emergencies or disasters.

Horse Evacuation Boarding Facilities

List of equine boarding facilities. These facilities charge a fee, and current coggins is required. You should call ahead to reserve space.

2007 Louisiana Refundable Dairy Tax Credit

Handbook for Understanding Act 461 of the 2007 Louisiana Legislature-Refundable Tax Credit for Dairy Farmers

Horse Expert Lists Benefits of Horse Ownership

Horse ownership can be very exciting and rewarding. The primary reasons for horse ownership are companionship, recreation and relaxation, says LSU AgCenter animal science professor Dr. Clint Depew.

Corn Silage Management for Lactating Dairy Cows