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American Sugar Cane League Chair in Sugar Production

Sugarcane Breeding & Crop Management

From a young age, Kenneth had an academic streak that helped him see possibilities in and ask questions about sugar cane, agriculture, sustainability, and environmental impact. This persistent inquisitiveness took him to Louisiana State University (LSU) where he earned his bachelor degree in crop science and a masters and PhD in plant breeding.

Today, Kenneth provides leadership for the LSU AgCenter’s Sugar Research Station which has descended from the original Louisiana Sugar Experiment Station. One thing he sees becoming more important to the scientific research community, and to his work in particular, is connecting with consumers.

Sugarcane

Agronomy

Crop Management

Crop Improvement

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Sugarcane Specialist

While most of us are sitting down to enjoy a great meal at Thanksgiving, many farmers will be in the field bringing in a crop that is all over our tables. There are about 500,000 acres of sugarcane in Louisiana. In this feature from the LSU AgCenter, sugarcane specialist Kenneth Gravois shows us how far the industry has come since beginning in Louisiana back in 1885.

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LSU AgCenter Faculty Spotlight -- Kenneth Gravois

Researchers have been conducting sugarcane research in Louisiana for over a 100 years. Sugarcane is a $1 billion industry in Louisiana and AgCenter-developed varieties that produce well in the state's temperate climate has contributed to industry economic success.

Kenneth Gravois: Sweet Success of Sugarcane

Louisiana’s $4 billion sugarcane industry fuels the economy and supports jobs statewide. Sustaining it takes constant innovation and strong partnerships with the LSU AgCenter, USDA, and American Sugarcane League. 

Learn more about the collaboration and the work being done in Louisiana that impacts the nation, lsu.edu/blog/2025/04/value-to-state-sugarcane.php

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