Louisiana has some of the most fertile soil in the United States, making it home to numerous small family farms across the state and throughout the state's history. Here are 10 beautiful photographs of some of the most popular small farms in the state, as well as some photos of former farms that dot the Louisiana landscape.
1) Covey Rise Farms
A grower and forager of veggies and fruits for individuals throughout the Louisiana area.
2) Beautiful old barn with looming clouds.
Makes me long for a country drive.
3) Stoney Point Farms
A favorite spot for great fresh produce north of Lake Pontchartrain.
4) A lone farm in the heart of bayou country.
I bet they have horses.
5) Mahaffey Farms
A family farm serving the Shrevepor-Bossier area, this farm offers fresh sustainably grown produce as well as pastured meats.
6) Old farm road off Hwy 31.
So rustic.
7) Blue Harvest Farms
The largest u-pick blueberry farm in St. Tammany Parish, this is a favorite spot during the berry picking season of late May-July.
8) Iverstine Family Farms
This Kentwood, LA farm offers poultry, beef, and hogs to Baton Rouge area restaurants and CSA members.
9) Dixie Maze Farms
This Shreveport area farm offers unique farm related events to local residents like their ever-popular corn maze and their down and dirty mud run.
10) Gotreaux Family Farms
A full service small-scale family farm that offers ducks, lamb, eggs, and Tilapia to families across Acadiana.
Have you ever gotten produce or meat from one of these farms? Let us know your favorites in the comments below!
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