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Savings are key to financial security
(Distributed 02/08/08) One of the most powerful ways to increase your financial security and grow wealth over time is to develop a savings habit. Form that habit by “paying yourself first” and saving regularly.
LSU AgCenter hosts workshop on athletic field maintenance March 20 at ULM
(Distributed 02/27/08) Learn the basics of athletic field maintenance at an LSU AgCenter workshop to be held at the University of Louisiana-Monroe Malone Stadium on March 20 from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Dr. Buck Bounds, a Master Gardener and retired professor at ULM, will give the introduction.
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Something different at the LSU AgCenter Livestock Show
(TV News 02/18/08) At this year’s LSU AgCenter’s Livestock Show, you can find some rather unusual animals with some uncommon names. Being atypical animals, they require some unusual care. (Runtime 1 minute, 37 seconds)
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La. strawberries rebounding from cold, wet January
(TV News 02/25/08) Louisiana strawberries are always a treat, and supplies should pick up as the days get longer and temperatures moderate. (Runtime 1 minute, 32 seconds)
Protect trees during construction
(For Release On Or After 02/08/2008) Homeowners often are dismayed to find trees that existed on their lots when their houses were build start declining in health or dying a few years after construction. But this tragedy can be avoided if existing trees are properly protected during construction around them.
Use color in the landscape
(For Release On Or After 02/22/08) Color is very important to us. We use it everywhere in our surroundings, including in our landscapes and on our bodies.
Trees benefit from fertilizer
(For Release On Or After 02/15/08) Most trees are just beginning to enter a growth phase – or they will within a few weeks. Fertilizing this month provides them with nutrients just when they can use them most effectively.
Start plants from seeds now
(For Release On Or After 02/01/2008) At some point, many gardeners discover there is a much greater selection of annual flowers and vegetables available in seed catalogs than can be found at local nurseries. To grow those wonderful plants, however, you must be able to grow your own transplants from seed.
Wildflowers are a spring delight
(For Release On Or After 02/29/08) Mention blooming wildflowers and most people think of country meadows and drives along rural roads. Wildflowers, however, can be found everywhere – even along the Interstates and in major metropolitan areas.
Bonne Terre Garden Fair set for May 3 in Houma
(Distributed 02/12/2008) The 2008 Bonne Terre Garden Fair will be held Saturday, May 3, at Southdown Plantation in Houma.
All-camellia morning planned
(Distributed 02/08/08) Camellia enthusiasts are invited to “Camellia Morning at Burden,” Feb. 23, from 9 a.m. to noon at LSU AgCenter’s Burden Center in Baton Rouge. The three-hour event will include a slide presentation, a tour and a pruning and propagation demonstration.
Greenhouse tomato seminar set for Feb. 29 in Bossier City
(Distributed 02/01/08) Commercial tomato growers will learn the latest about the greenhouse tomato industry at the 12th annual Tomato Field Day at the Red River Research Station in Bossier City on Feb. 29.
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Delhi ‘Ag Adventures’ attracts 700 students
(Distributed 02/04/08) Ag Adventures, an educational experience in agriculture for fourth graders, attracted 700 students Jan. 28-29 at the Northeast District Livestock Show Barn and Civic Center in Delhi. Showcased were poultry, rice, livestock and horses.
Shrinking Louisiana cotton acreage still needs bug control
(Distributed 02/07/08) How many acres of cotton will be planted in 2008 in Louisiana is anybody’s guess at this point. But no matter how many are planted, farmers can save money by using best management practices for bug control, according to Dr. Ralph Bagwell, LSU AgCenter entomologist.
State rice farmers looking forward to next crop
(Distributed 02/04/08) Rice farmers are looking forward to the 2008 growing season as prices continue to rise, but the uncertainty of a pending farm bill remains.
Hanna Montana the cow
‘Hannah Montana’ misses show ring to give birth to bull calf
(Distributed 02/01/08) Hannah Montana gave a breathtaking performance at the Regional Livestock Show in Lafayette recently (Jan. 25). That’s the Santa Gertrudis cow owned by LSU AgCenter 4-H student Brett Broussard of Kaplan – and not the pop-star performer.
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Groundbreaking Web site coming online; eXtension.org launch set for Feb. 21
(Distributed 02/18/08) A groundbreaking new Web site that provides a gateway to Cooperative Extension Service experts from across the country will officially launch this week. Billed as a “next gen Google,” the site dubbed eXtension.org promises to be a gateway to answering all of life’s little questions – from parenting to saving and investing, gardening, controlling fire ants, caring for livestock, running a business and much more.
Lake Charles garden show set for March 29-30
(Distributed 02/27/08) The 9th Annual Southwest Louisiana Garden Festival will be held in Lake Charles on March 29-30 at Burton Coliseum at 7001 Gulf Highway.
2008 awards recognized youngsters, volunteer for outstanding work with 4-H, FFA livestock projects
(Distributed 02/16/08) Six 4-H and FFA members and a volunteer leader were honored Saturday (Feb. 16) for their outstanding work with youth livestock projects.
4-H, FFA youth earn Gerry Lane Premier Exhibitor Awards
(Distributed 02/16/08) Six exceptional Louisiana youths were recognized Saturday (Feb. 16) for their knowledge, skills and communication abilities as they were named winners of the Gerry Lane Premier Exhibitor Awards at the 73rd annual LSU AgCenter Livestock Show held at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales.
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