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Sen. John Kennedy, Seven Candidates for La. Governor to Speak at 101st Louisiana Farm Bureau Convention

The 101st Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention will be held from June 22 to June 25, 2023, at the New Orleans Marriott on Canal Street.

The convention will have a gubernatorial forum moderated by Greg Hilburn, State Capitol Correspondent for the USA Today Network, on June 23 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The forum will focus on agricultural issues and rural development. All seven announced candidates for Louisiana's next governor will attend the convention.

Senator John Kennedy will give an update on issues before Congress at the general session immediately following the gubernatorial forum. Attorney General Jeff Landry will speak during the voting delegates session on June 25. Other activities include a Talent Contest, breakout commodity conferences, and the crowning of the 2023 Louisiana Farm Bureau Queen.