Louisiana Rice Production

Objective

3.4.7 Describe the importance of natural resources in Louisiana using maps

Throughout the year, we have learned about all of the different factors that have shaped Louisiana over time. We looked at Louisiana’s geography, culture, history, and economy. Each piece of Louisiana’s story helps to make Louisiana unique. In the last task, we looked at the connection between Louisiana’s geography and our economy. We started by looking at the petroleum industry. That industry is special to Louisiana because only places that have petroleum as a natural resource can benefit from this industry. Petroleum is not the only industry that Louisiana has that is based on our geography. We also have a strong agriculture industry.

Many states are involved in agriculture, so what makes Louisiana’s agriculture unique?” 

Louisiana Agricultural Map

Open Ended

Make a list of the agricultural products found in Louisiana. Which agricultural products are produced in Louisiana?

Multiple Choice

How many states grow the crop of rice?

• 1

• 8

• 6

• 2

Open Ended

Explain why Louisiana is suited for rice production.

Draw