The Southern University College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences (CAHES) will host its VET Explore 2026 event on April 25, 2026 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Maurice A. Edmond Livestock Arena, 14600 Scenic Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA 70807.
Read MoreThe Southern University Ag Center will host its 83rd Annual State Livestock and Poultry Show from Feb. 26 – 28, 2026, at the Maurice A. Edmond Livestock Arena. In preparation for the show, the Livestock Show Office is now accepting pre-orders of non-processed choice meats from various livestock. All proceeds from the meat sales go directly to the participating youth as a reward for their hard work and financial investment.
Read MoreThe Southern University Ag Center will host its 4th Annual Boots and Bling Affair on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 7 p.m. – 12 a.m. in the F.G. Clark Activity Center on Southern University’s campus.
Read MoreThe Southern University Ag Center and the SU College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences’ Animal Science Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club has partnered with Pets for Life/ Companion Animal Alliance, the Hammond Animal Hospital and Pet Lodge, and the PetSmart Veterinary Services in Houma to host the 2025 Vet on Wheels Canine and Feline Companion Animal Vaccine Clinic.
Read MoreThe Southern University Ag Center and the College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences (CAHES) will host the 4th Annual Vino on the Bluff Wine Tasting Fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 17, 2025 at the Leon R. Tarver II Cultural and Heritage Center, 8320 G. Leon Netterville Dr., on the Southern University campus.
Read MoreThe Southern University Ag Center’s free virtual counseling program “Rural Connections for Rural Resilience,” has reopened for enrollment.
The program, which is open to adults, aims to combat alarming mental health trends by providing free teletherapy services to rural communities where access to mental health services is often limited due to geographical barriers.
Read MoreThe Southern University Ag Center will host a drone certification test preparation training at the M.A. Edmound Multi-Purpose Building, 14600 Scenic Hwy., in Baton Rouge from Oct. 13-16, 2025.
The four-day training is designed for farmers, researchers, students, educators, entrepreneurs, and professionals interested in using drones for agriculture, research, business applications, or anyone seeking to become an FAA-certified drone pilot.
Read MoreThe third annual Calf Roping on the Bluff, hosted by Southern University Ag Center, is coming up at the end of September.
Read MoreThe Southern University Ag Center will host its 20th Annual Business Development and Procurement Conference October 27-29, 2025. The conference, themed “A Legacy of Leadership: 20 Years of Innovation and Impact,” will be held on the Southern University campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Whether your business is just a dream waiting to be launched or an established enterprise ready to scale, the 20th Annual Business Development and Procurement Conference is the place to be.
Read MoreSouthern University College of Agriculture alumna Allison Thomas has been named the U.S. Dairy Export Council’s (USDEC) Chief Operating Officer (COO). The announcement was made on August 11, 2025 by the USDEC and will become effective on August 25, 2025.
In her role as COO, Thomas will report directly to USDEC President and CEO Krysta Harden and serve as her strategic thought partner, oversee USDEC’s senior leadership team, and spearhead initiatives to accelerate growth, enhance operational performance, and drive innovation across the organization.
Read MoreFrom June 23 to June 26, Southern University hosted the Creating Healthy Enjoyable Foods, or CHEF Camp, for Baton Rouge-area students. The camp taught participants how to find, prepare and cook healthy foods along with important safety and cooking tips in the kitchen.
Read MoreThe Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center (SUAREC) was honored to host 25 exceptional Mandela Washington Fellows — a prestigious cohort of young African leaders recognized for their innovation, entrepreneurship, and dedication to advancing agriculture across the continent.
Chosen from a pool of over 50,000 applicants, the 700 fellows selected for this year’s Mandela Washington Fellowship represent the brightest minds from across Africa. SUAREC, in partnership with Dr. Sarah Becker of Louisiana State University (LSU), proudly welcomed a select group of 25 agricultural changemakers to its campus for an intimate tour and engagement session highlighting the Center’s impactful research, outreach, and community-based agricultural initiatives.
Read MoreDr. Raquel Square Ayles has been named the Associate Vice Chancellor for Extension and Outreach at the Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center. The announcement was made during the Southern University Board of Supervisors meeting on May 8, 2025.
Read MoreDr. Tiffany Franklin has been named the Vice Chancellor for Extension and Outreach at the Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center. The announcement was made during the Southern University Board of Supervisors meeting on May 8, 2025. She will assume the position on June 1, 2025.
Read MoreSouthern University Ag Center's livestock program hosted the Jaguar Jackpot Roping on Sunday.
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