Senate Concurrent Resolution No. by Senator Wheat designates Wednesday, April 16, 2025, as Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Day at the state capitol. This resolution highlights the significance of the Louisiana strawberry, the official state fruit, and its economic impact, particularly in Tangipahoa Parish, where strawberries contribute approximately $7.8 million in gross farm value. The resolution also commemorates the fifty-third annual Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival, which will take place from April 11-13, 2025, celebrating the agricultural heritage and community spirit of Ponchatoula, known as the "Strawberry Capital of the World."

The resolution acknowledges the festival's history, which began in 1972, and its role in supporting local charitable organizations while honoring strawberry farmers. It recognizes key figures associated with the 2025 festival, including the Louisiana Strawberry Queen, King, Blossom, and Grand Marshal, who exemplify dedication to the community and the festival's traditions. The resolution concludes by affirming the importance of the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival in bringing joy and economic benefits to the region and instructs that a copy of the resolution be sent to the festival's chairman.