The Louisiana Market Bulletin has been publishing Lagniappe Cookery recipes for years. Here you can view the latest recipes in an easy to view PDF format.
What is the purpose of the apiary law and regulations?
To prevent the introduction into and dissemination within this state of contagious and infectious diseases of honeybees by providing for the registration, inspection, and control of honeybees and apiaries.
How do I update the test date on a certified seed lot that the test date has expired?
(1) A service sample may be submitted and upon receiving favorable results, a supplemental label, containing the updated germination percentage and new test date, can be placed in the vicinity of the existing certified label. (2) If the seed owner chooses to place new certified label on the lot, then the seed lot must be resampled by LDAF inspectors and submitted as a certified sample.
Do I qualify for enrollment in one of the Farm Bill Conservation programs?
To find out about Farm Bill Conservation Program eligibility, contact the USDA-NRCS at your local Agriculture Service Center.
How long will it take to get my seed sample results?
Testing procedures are set by AOSA Rules for Testing Seeds. To get an answer for a specific sample, please contact the Seed Testing Laboratory at (225) 925-4733. For minimum germination times for specific seed kinds see the Germination Table.
How do I know if I need to register my scale or scanner?
All commercial devices must be registered with the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry / Weights and Measures Division. Contact us and we will have an inspector come by to inspect the device to ensure it is suitable for the application and meets all the requirements for use in commercial trade.