Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation

State Senator Norris C. Williamson of East Carroll Parish, was among the founders of the Louisiana branch of the federation and served on the first board of directors.

Anderson, who also sits on the American Farm Bureau Board of Directors, is a cattle producer from Ethel, La.

In March 2017, Anderson was among some seventy farmers from the federation who met in Washington, D.C., with U.S. Representative Ralph Abraham of Louisiana's 5th congressional district to lobby for agricultural interests.

TWILA's team of reporters and producers tell the story of Louisiana agriculture from the perspective of both farmers and consumers.

The Women's Leadership Committee works year-round to educate consumers on the importance of agriculture while engaging in statewide commodity promotion.

Each year the committee leads special projects such as National Food Checkout Week, Hunger Awareness Month, Farm-City Celebrations and other commodity promotional events.

The mission of the Louisiana's AITC program is to increase understanding of agriculture and instill an appreciation for our renewable food, fiber and fuel systems through education.