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Crop research helping farmers overcome challenges
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(Video News 07/27/12) LSU AgCenter researchers are looking for ways to enhance crop production and increase profits for farmers. LSU AgCenter correspondent Craig Gautreaux reports that there are some challenges facing growers but there are also opportunities. (Runtime 1:49)

Sugarcane crop in good shape
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(Video News 07/27/12) Louisiana’s sugarcane crop is in good shape, and growers should expect this year’s crop to exceed last year’s. LSU AgCenter correspondent Craig Gautreaux cautions growers to be on the lookout for a new disease that could cause problems and potentially reduce yields. (Runtime 1:45)

Children's programs awarded grants
(Radio News 07/13/12) The Louisiana’s Children’s Trust Fund is funding four LSU AgCenter grants that will set up programs to help youngster feel safer, eat more healthfully and allow parents to develop good parenting skills. Becky White with the LSU AgCenter says the first grant was awarded $15,000. (Runtime: 1:30)

Wheat, oat breeding programs releasing new varieties
(Radio News 07/12/12) The LSU AgCenter’s wheat and oat breeding programs will release several varieties this year, according to LSU AgCenter wheat breeder Steve Harrison. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

Garden Fest offers education, food, fun
Garden Fest
(Video News 07/13/12) Gardening enthusiasts didn’t have to get their hands dirty at the LSU AgCenter’s Garden Fest at Burden Center. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard attended the event, which included field tours, taste testing and a plant sale. (Runtime: 1:55)
Blast outbreak on rice is worst seen in years
Rice Blast
(Video News 07/11/12) The Louisiana rice crop is maturing early this year thanks to a mild winter and spring. But these weather conditions also may have helped a rice disease thrive. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard has this report. (Runtime: 1:40)
Mild conditions help La. rice crop
(Radio News 07/09/12) Louisiana’s rice crop is maturing ahead of schedule. Growers were able to take advantage of mild conditions and plant early. The disease blast has caused problems this year, but LSU AgCenter rice specialist Johnny Saichuk says farmers haven’t had too many other issues. (Runtime: 1:10)
Blast outbreak infects rice crop
(Audio 07/06/12) Rice farmers always have to contend with diseases, but the disease rice blast typically isn’t a big problem for them. This year is different, and farmers are seeing an unusual amount of blast in their fields. LSU AgCenter rice breeder and rice station director Steve Linscombe explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Garden Fest at Burden Center attracts gardening enthusiasts
(Radio News 07/02/12) Picture-perfect triangles of watermelon entice Adam and Andrew Manuel. The brothers were trying different varieties with names like Sangria, Tiger Gold and Dessert King, and Adam’s preference wasn’t the obvious choice. The Manuels were attending the Garden Fest at LSU AgCenter’s Burden Center with their grandmother. (Runtime: 1:55)
New farm bill strips protections for Southern farmers
Farm Bill
(Video News 07/02/12) Lawmakers are shaping farm policy, but a new farm bill could decrease protection for Louisiana growers. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard has the story. (Runtime: 1:34)
Good start to state's cotton crop
(Radio News 07/02/12) Louisiana’s cotton crop is off to a good start. Farmers were able to plant early, and June rains helped growth, says LSU AgCenter cotton specialist John Kruse. (Runtime: 1:10)