The DeSoto Parish Cattlemen’s Association held their quarterly meeting this week at the DeSoto Parish Extension Office. Producers were welcomed to the meeting by Mr. Henry Richardson, DPCA President.

LSU AgCenter updates and upcoming events were shared by Joshua Salley, DeSoto Parish County Agent.

Shae Simone, LCA Executive Director, discussed HB 784 which provides relative to liability for damages caused by livestock. She also talked about HB 330 which deals with the sales tax on fencing materials. A very interesting topic presented to the group were the new bills for 2025 which include potentially banning balloon releases and anther about lab grown meat within Louisiana.

The special guest was Alan Sweson with 321 Aerial Services. He spoke on his drone services and how he can benefit local cattle producers.

The main speakers for the evening were Harry Richardson with Lonestar and Brett Richard with Crystalyx. They shared information about their supplement products and how they benefit cattle producers during the feeding season.

A special thanks to Trey Hall for catering the meal.

If you’re interested in becoming a part of the DeSoto Parish Cattlemen’s Association, please contact the DeSoto Parish Extension Office at 318-872-0533.