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Acadiana Sugarcane Farmers Face Tough Season | Lake Charles News
Sugarcane farmers in Acadiana are bracing for a rough harvest season as drought, soaring fuel costs, and pest infestations threaten yields—down from last year’s strong 9,000 pounds per acre to just under 7,000. With triple-digit heat and rising diesel prices squeezing profits, growers are scrambling with new planting tactics to salvage what they can. Final numbers remain uncertain, as cane hasn’t even reached the mill yet—making this one of the most unpredictable seasons in years. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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