Collect and analyze market data to uncover trends and opportunities that can drive growth in food and fiber production.
Share market insights and strategic recommendations with producers and stakeholders to strengthen their competitive edge.
Equip students with analytical and strategic skills to identify and capitalize on market growth opportunities in agriculture.
LSU AgCenter economist Michael Deliberto has helped agricultural producers navigate market trends, policy changes and other economic forces. Through spreadsheets, reports, newsletters, workshops and other avenues, Deliberto is a resource for farmers as they face decisions that affect their bottom lines.
With the unpredictability of the farm economy, every year agricultural producers must carefully consider several factors when deciding what to plant and in what quantities to apply fertilizer, chemicals, irrigation and other inputs. Deliberto’s tools help Louisiana producers make the best possible plans, allowing growers to analyze how changes in prices, yield and input cost impact profitability.
LIBBi and the scientists that work with it are dedicated to expanding and strengthening Louisiana’s role in developing novel bioproducts and new technologies.
(6/30/25) The program gives teachers the chance to educate themselves on how to start and best use a school garden.
LSU AgCenter economists offer a wide assortment of information to help agricultural producers navigate market trends, policy changes and other economic forces.
Beginning in January 2023, Louisiana MarketMaker launched the Ask the Farmer promotional campaign through its Facebook page.