LDWF confirmed new captive Chronic Wasting Disease cases, raising concerns about the potential spread to wild deer. Surveillance of harvested deer is essential for early detection and disease control. LDWF Veterinarian Dr. Jonathan Roberts cited a recent case where two mule deer were illegally harvested and transported from Colorado to Louisiana.
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Hunters can contact their local LDWF field offices for sample testing.
A large employer in northwest Louisiana is closing, resulting in hundreds of people losing their jobs. international Paper announced this morning it’s closing three of its plants, including the containerboard mill in the Natchitoches Parish town of Campti. State Representative Jack McFarland says the news of the Red River mill in Louisiana was a surprise, but after talking with a senior executive at I-P nothing could have been done…
Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says one reason for the high price of eggs is bird flu. Strain says to keep egg prices from spiraling out of control, they have to stop the spread of bird flu.
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Some grocery stores are putting limits on how many eggs you can buy, because of a shortage of eggs.
The Saints formally introduce their new head coach. Kellen Moore was introduced as the 19th head coach in franchise history. During his introductory news conference, Moore said when he interviewed for head coaching positions, it became apparent to him that New Orleans was where he wanted to be.