Senate Resolution No. [insert number] commends Dr. Kenneth Gravois for his recent appointment to the American Sugar Cane League Chair in Sugar Production at the LSU AgCenter. Dr. Gravois, who has dedicated his life to the sugarcane industry in Louisiana, began his journey on a sugarcane farm and has since earned a PhD in crop science. His career includes significant contributions to agricultural research, particularly in sugarcane breeding, where he has worked to improve crop varieties and combat diseases, ultimately transforming sugarcane into a billion-dollar industry in the state.

The resolution highlights Dr. Gravois' leadership and the establishment of the American Sugar Cane League Chair, which is supported by Louisiana's sugarcane growers and millers. This initiative aims to ensure ongoing agricultural research that will benefit the industry and the economy. Dr. Gravois' efforts have not only increased sugarcane yields but have also inspired future generations of scientists and agricultural leaders through his commitment to education and collaboration. The Senate recognizes his exceptional service and contributions to the sugarcane community in Louisiana.