(News You Can Use For November 2004) Two of three people with diabetes die from heart disease or stroke. Both women and men are at risk, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.

(Distributed 04/23/04) "The last time I was here two years ago, this was a hay field," said Larry Bourgeois. "It was fun to drive up and see what they’ve done."

(Distributed 04/30/05) The war on red rice intensified this year as more farmers nationwide added a double-barreled weapon to their arsenal.

(Distribtued April 2004) Quiet neighborhoods, gentle sloping hills, large native trees and clean water make Pineville a great choice to build a home. Apparently destructive Formosan subterranean termites have done just that.

(Distributed 04/22/04) Mayhaw growers from the area met recently in Alexandria to learn about new developments and opportunities in the industry as it continues to expand.

(Distributed 04/20/04) A good offense is a good defense in the game against pests, LSU AgCenter experts told rice farmers and agricultural company representatives last week.

(Distributed 04/16/04) LSU AgCenter experts say the Louisiana wheat crop "looks good" but stripe rust is presenting new problems for some producers.

(Distributed 04/15/04) Volunteer leaders from across the state will gather for the 15th Louisiana Community Economic Development Seminar May 12-13 at Efferson Hall on the LSU AgCenter campus in Baton Rouge.

(Distributed 04/08/04) Rice farmers soon will have two more weapons in their arsenals for fighting stink bugs and rice water weevils.

(Distributed 04/08/04) Louisiana pecan producers are invited to a regional pecan production meeting slated for April 27 at the Mississippi State University Truck Crops Experiment Station in Crystal Springs, Miss.