Louisiana Rice: Easy Planting So Far but Cold Weather Threatens
By Dustin Harrell, Louisiana Rice Extension Specialist, LSU Rice Research Station, Crowley
Rice planting in southwest Louisiana has moved along this year very quickly so far and without a hitch. I would estimate that at this time we are 80% or more complete in the south. Generally, the last 20% of the planting in the south will drag out over the next several weeks. Rice planted after crawfish will drag rice planting progress on even further.