Starting a community garden is an admirable accomplishment. But building it into a resource that can serve a wide range of community needs for years to come takes some extra effort.
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You probably already know that Louisiana blueberries are in season, but where to find them has been a bit of a mystery — until now.
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In any ‘normal’ crop year, replanting costs play a substantial role in estimating the additional production cost per unit (bushel). However, inflationary pressures and input price volatility observed since the fall of 2021 have cut into expected profit margins for 2022.
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Officials with the LSU and Southern University agricultural centers have signed an agreement that aims to foster collaboration between the two institutions’ research and teaching programs.
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While summer has not technically started, the thermometer for many says it has already arrived. Staying properly hydrated and doing a few easy things can help you avoid medical issues associated with the heat.
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Louisiana cotton planting is nearly complete. The state is expected to nearly double its acreage this year because of good cotton prices, and the high cost of nitrogen fertilizer has some farmers switching acres from corn to cotton. LSU AgCenter reporter Craig Gautreaux has this report.
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On a sunny, windy, spring Friday, the mood at the St. Helena Farmers Market was festive as residents and visitors perused fresh fruits, vegetables and proteins from local producers.
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The decision to “buy or not to buy” fertilizer is weighing on everyone’s mind. When the decision is made to purchase, hopefully the following will be helpful to you.
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An LSU AgCenter team recently received a national honor for its Healthy Communities initiative, which aims to increase access to nutritious foods and provide more opportunities for physical activity.
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Two Louisiana 4-H volunteers recently received accolades from the National 4-H Council for their tireless service to the organization.
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The Central Region Rice Field Day is set for May 26th at Bieber Farms in Mamou.
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Animal care is probably not one of the first things that comes to mind when you think about the Big Easy.
But that is all changing thanks to 4-H agent Alisha Okoro and club leader Kim Beshears, who recently started the Orleans Wiggles and Wags Club.
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The April 2022 Price & Production Summary gives prices for cattle, poultry, hogs and dairy.
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The LSU AgCenter will evaluate 118 soybean varieties in the 2022 Official Variety Trial (OVT) and 31 varieties in the 2022 Core-block on-farm demonstration plots across Louisiana to provide unbiased data to assist in soybean variety selection.
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An invasive, wriggling creature with a head that resembles a hammer has been showing up lately in some south Louisiana lawns.
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