(TV News 1/23/06) As crawfish season nears, consumers have many questions. What will the crawfish be like this year? How much will crawfish cost? Because of last year’s weather events – hurricanes and drought conditions – these questions do not have clear answers. (Runtime: 1 minute 36 seconds)

(Radio News 1/9/06) Construction continues on the LSU AgCenter’s showcase home, the Louisiana House Home and Landscape Resource Center. The special features of the structure could influence techniques and components used to rebuild hurricane-damaged areas. Runtime: 60 seconds.

(Radio News 1/9/06) Temperatures often dip below freezing in Louisiana during January and February. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dr. Tom Koske says there are several things you can do to protect your plants from potential freezes. Runtime 60 seconds.

(Radio News 1/9/05) The trend of low commodity prices and high input costs are likely to continue to plague farmers into 2006. An LSU AgCenter economist says he expects this year to be similar to the last. Runtime: 60 seconds.

(Radio News 1/23/06) Experts say Asian soybean rust will always be a concern for soybean growers. The disease was recently found in Texas. LSU AgCenter plant pathologist Dr Boyd Padgett says this raises new concerns because of spring and summer winds. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 1/23/06) The use of harvest aids was an important topic at the 2006 Tri-state Soybean Forum. Using harvest aids can be an important step for some soybean growers, said LSU AgCenter agronomist Dr. Jim Griffin.

(Radio News 1/30/06) In the rolling hills of East Feliciana Parish stands Solitude Hill, a 370-acre timber farm. Linda Carruth began planting trees on this farm in 1980. Back then her one concern was the trees, but now her priorities have changed. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 1/9/06) Winter provides an opportunity to get your lawn in good shape. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dr. Tom Koske says to remove leaves from lawn and start a compost pile. Your compost could be ready for mid-spring. Runtime 60 seconds.

(Radio News 1/9/06) Think there is nothing to do in the yard or garden this time of the year? LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dr. Tom Koske says you should think again. Runtime 60 seconds.

(TV News 1/2/06) An ounce of prevention can be worth a pound of cure when it comes to building homes that stand in the path of a hurricane. Stronger and smarter is the message building specialists are sending to builders and homeowners. (Runtime: 1 minute 34 seconds)

(Radio News 1/23/06) Crawfish season is around the corner, and consumers are wondering how the hurricanes affected the crop. Hurricane Katrina missed most crawfish producing areas, but Rita hit dead on. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(TV News 1/9/06) 2005 was a mixed bag for agriculture in Louisiana. For most commodities the problems weren't with the crops. Instead, they stemmed from the prices. (Runtime: 1minute 21 seconds)

(Radio News 1/30/06) Thirty-one percent of families experience a decrease in income when a loved one is called up for active military duty. LSU AgCenter family economist Dr. Jeanette Tucker says there are things families can do to prevent or minimize financial difficulties. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 1/23/06) Refund anticipation loans allow people to borrow against an expected tax refund, but LSU AgCenter family economist Dr. Jeanette Tucker says these loans are not a quick solution for cash-strapped individuals. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 1/9/06) Representatives with the U.S. Department of Energy toured the LSU AgCenter’s showcase home, known as LaHouse, and said this structure shows what homeowners can do to streghten their homes and make them more efficient. Runtime: 60 seconds.

(Radio News 1/9/06) Hurricanes Katrina and Rita exposed how vulnerable standard buildings can be to powerful storms. A lesson from these storms is to build stronger and smarter, the experts say. Runtime: 60 seconds.

(TV News 1/30/06) Picture a tree farm. The first thing you see, of course, is the trees. But then you add a stream, some good roads and wildlife. Such a farm stands in the rolling hills of East Feliciana Parish. Linda Carruth began planting trees on this farm in 1980. Back then her one concern was the trees, but now she sees the bigger picture. (Runtime: 1 minute 29 seconds)

(Radio News 1/23/06) Last year’s dry summer and fall will likely affect this year’s crawfish crop. LSU AgCenter aquaculture specialist Dr. Greg Lutz said drought could mean low survival rates of the crawfish and a short season. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 1/9/06) Temperatures often dip below freezing in Louisiana during January and February. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dr. Tom Koske says there are several things you can do to protect your plants from potential freezes. Runtime 60 seconds.

(Radio News 1/30/06) Most states are free of the cattle disease brucellosis. If a state loses its brucellosis-free status, it can have serious consequences for the cattle industry. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 1/9/06) It was a good production year for many farmers. Crops such as soybeans and rice saw record or near-record yields. But depressed commodity prices and high production costs offset the positive production. Runtime: 60 seconds.

(Radio News 1/30/06) Growing timber is about more than just trees to many tree farmers, and a variety of educational programs help farmers see the big picture. Many tree farmers take part in efforts such as the Master Tree Farmer and Master Wildlifer programs. LSU AgCenter forestry agent Brian Chandler explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds)