Cattle

About Cattle

• Cattle raising in Louisiana began in the 1700s, making it one of the oldest argicultural enterprises in the state.
• The Opelousas Trial was an important cattle drive that began in San Antonio and ended in New Orleans.
• The LSU AgCenter developed the Brangus cow, a hybrid of the Angus and Brahman, that is more adaptable to heat and humidity.

Taste for Yourself

• Benoit's Country Meat Block
• Cajun Meat Market
• Dominique's Stockyard Cafe
• Alexander's Specialty Meats
• Riverside Specialty Meats

Celebrate

• Louisiana Cattle Festival

Recipes

Sources:

• Louisiana Ag in the Classroom