(Radio News 04/10/06) Vitamin and mineral supplements are not necessary if you get a healthy diet. On the other hand, LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames says there are some circumstances when such supplements are needed. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 04/13/06) Dying and decorating Easter eggs is a tradition in many homes. But since they are perishable, follow food safety precautions when using them. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames explains how to cook eggs for dying. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 04/10/06) The boll weevil can cause extensive damage to a cotton crop, but Louisiana's boll weevil eradication program, which started in the late 1990s has managed to rid most cotton fields of this insect. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio 04/24/06) Caterpillars are making their spring appearance, and populations seem to be almost as heavy as last year. Eastern tent caterpillars and forest tent caterpillars won’t harm people or pets, but they can damage trees, says LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 04/17/06) As much as 30 percent of Louisiana's usual rice-growing acreage may not be planted this year because of salt in the soil and water. LSU AgCenter rice specialist Dr. Johnny Saichuk says farmers that can plant their crops will still have a difficult year financially. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio 04/24/06) Aphids are infesting daylilies, roses and many vegetables, and LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet says these small insects can cause big problems for plants. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio 04/24/06) Outbreaks of armyworms are occurring around the state, cording to LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet. Many sugarcane farmers have reported seeing armyworms in their fields. While the worms won’t cause serious damage to sugarcane, they can cause problems in other areas. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 04/10/06) The crawfish season got off to a rough start for crawfish farmers and consumers. Crawfish were small and scarce, and prices were high. Midway into the season, however, the situation is improving. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 04/17/06) Hurricane Rita deposited salt water in rice fields and irrigation canals across southwestern Louisiana. LSU AgCenter rice specialist Dr. Johnny Saichuk says rice growers were optimistic that the winter would provide rain to wash the salt from the soil and waterways, but unfortunately those rains didn't come. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 04/17/06) Horses are at risk for several encephalitic diseases. West Nile posed a threat to horses several years ago, but that disease is not as serious as eastern equine encephalitis and wester equine encephalitis. LSU AgCenter veterinarian Dr. Dennis French says encephalitis viruses are considered sleeping diseases because of the neurological effects. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio 04/24/06) This is the time of year honeybees start new colonies, and the dry weather has bees searching for water sources, says LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet. If you have a problem with swarms of bees or bees in walls, do not try to remove them yourself. Call a professional. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 04/17/06) In 2001 and 2002 the state’s horse populations saw significant outbreaks of West Nile virus. But now, four years later, the disease is under control, says LSU AgCenter veterinarian Dr. Dennis French. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio 04/24/06) It’s only April, but the so-called June beetles already are showing up. The first sign of these early insects are the immature white grubs that feed on the roots of several lawn grasses. June bugs feed at night and prefer the foliage of oaks and several nut trees. Their voracious appetite can surprise homeowners. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 04/10/06) Louisiana’s boll weevil eradication program is in its last phase before moving into containment mode. LSU AgCenter cotton specialist Dr. Sandy Stewart says the eradication portion has two components necessary for its success. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 04/17/06) In 2001 and 2002 the state’s horse populations saw significant outbreaks of West Nile virus. But now, four years later, the disease is under control, says LSU AgCenter veterinarian Dr. Dennis French. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Video News 04/17/06) The effects of Hurricane Rita linger in rice fields scattered across Southwest Louisiana. The storm surge brought in salt and salt water that, because of little rainfall, have stuck around. (Runtime 1 minute, 43 seconds)

(TV News 04/10/06) Louisiana's crawfish season is reaching its peak. The catch is improving, which is good news for consumers who crave the Cajun crustacean this time of the year. It's also good news for crawfish farmers. (Runtime: 1 minute, 32 seconds)

(TV News 04/03/06) Louisiana’s boll weevil eradication program has been successful at eliminating the weevil from most cotton fields, but some pockets of the insect exist. This summer the program will make a push to get these last remaining weevils. (Runtime: 1 minute, 16 seconds)

(Video News 04/24/06) Horses are at risk for a number of diseases. Several years ago West Nile virus caused a scare for horse owners. While the scare has died down, the need for vaccinations against West Nile virus is still very important. (Runtime: 1 minute, 28 seconds)