Baton Rouge, LA - The Southern University Agricultural Research
and Extension Center will hold its 70th Annual Livestock Show for
youth participants from February 28, 2013-March 1, 2013 at the Maurice Edmond Livestock Arena, 14600
Scenic Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70807. During the three-day event,
young farmers and ranchers from across the state will have the opportunity to
display animals that have been showcased or have won in parish competitions. To
this end, the Southern University System president and the SU Ag Center
chancellor have said a few words about the history of the show. Watch President
Mason at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLmcnQVRiXQ;
and Chancellor
Williams at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd26eKIr2iw
The purposes of
the show are to:
Stimulate a
greater interest in increasing the production of livestock among farmers in
Louisiana; Serve as a basis for improving breeding practices for livestock; Create
interest in producing livestock products as business enterprises; Assist in
developing a better spirit of cooperative effort among rural and urban
residents; and Provide an opportunity for youth to develop ownership and
leadership skills.
For
further information, please contact Christie Monroe at Christie_monroe@suagcenter.com
or 225-771-4350.
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Contact:
Bridget Udoh
(225) 771-5714
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