SU Ag Center holds annual Livestock Appreciation Luncheon
Four receive Trail Blazer Awards
Baton Rouge, La. — The SU Ag Center held its annual Livestock Appreciation Luncheon on February 22, 2026 at the Maurice A. Edmond Arena Multi-Purpose Building.
The luncheon is held to honor individuals, organizations, and groups who have made an impact on the Livestock and Poultry Show. Honorees are presented with a Trail Blazer Award for their dedicated service to the show.
The 2026 Trail Blazer Award Honorees were Odis S. Hill, Jason McCray, The Clyde Decuir Family, and Muse 3 Farms.
Odis S. Hill is a retired SU Ag Center Assistant Area Specialist for Morehouse Parish in the Agriculture and Natural Research unit. He dedicated many years of service to agriculture and the farming community. Throughout his career, he was a strong advocate for small farmers in Morehouse Parish and the surrounding areas. Hill faithfully served as a ring man in the beef show ring and played a vital role in supporting youth livestock exhibitors and strengthening agricultural education in the region.
Jason McCray, a retired agriculture teacher from West Feliciana Parish, has been a longtime supporter of youth livestock programs. For many years, he brought students to participate in the show and was instrumental in encouraging involvement in the National FFA Organization, particularly helping students attend the Area IV FFA Convention. McCray has also conducted several educational clinics, helping prepare students for success both in and out of the show ring.
The Clyde Decuir Family holds a special place in the history of the Southern University Livestock Program as the first family to process animals for the show. Their legacy of service and dedication continues today, as their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren remain actively involved with the Southern University Livestock Program, demonstrating a true multi-generational commitment to agriculture.
Muse 3 Farms is a family-operated farm that has consistently supported the Southern University Livestock Program. The brothers of Muse 3 Farms are currently active participants in the show loan program, working closely with students in St. Helena Parish. Their ongoing mentorship and support helps ensure students have access to quality livestock and meaningful agricultural experiences.
The Southern University Ag Center extends a heart-felt thank you to each honoree for their years of service and dedication to the growth of the Southern University Ag Center’s annual Livestock and Poultry Show.
The 83rd Annual Livestock and Poultry Show will be held February 26 – 27, 2026 at the Maurice A. Edmond Livestock Arena. For additional information about the show visit, https://bit.ly/4cgCRFv.
