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How did corn for grain become a cash crop in Louisiana? What is the economic impact of this industry in Louisiana?
I was curious about how corn became a cash crop in Louisiana. Can you tell me more about its history?
Sure! Corn has been cultivated in Louisiana since the 1700s, but it wasn't until the mid-1800s that it became a cash crop. At that time, there was a high demand for corn for use as animal feed and as a staple crop for human consumption.