Catahoula News, News
July 1, 2026
25 Years Ago in Catahoula
Back in 2001, Coy Book grew one of the largest tomato crops and biggest tomatoes in recent history. His tomato plants grew over 10 feet tall producing huge tomatoes, with the largest weighing 4 1/2 pounds. He is shown standing between his two granddaughters, Jenny Jo and Madison, who are standing on an eight-foot ladder in front of the record crop. If you have old photos from Catahoula Parish to share, please email editor@thejenatimes.net or call (318) 992-4121.