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Rain Hinders Start Of Corn Harvest
(Radio News 08/06/07) Louisiana corn farmers already have started harvesting some of their crop. The state has an exceptionally large crop this year – more than 700,000 acres. But rainy conditions in Louisiana are making it difficult to keep the harvest moving. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

Deer Food Plots, Tagging Topic of LSU AgCenter Program Aug. 16
(Distributed 07/31/07) Dr. Don Reed, associate professor at the LSU AgCenter Idlewild Research Station in Clinton, and representatives from the Louisiana Department Wildlife and Fisheries will conduct a seminar on Deer Food Plots and Tagging on Thursday, Aug. 16, at the Dave Means 4-H Center in Grand Cane at 6 p.m.

Prepare 'Grab And Go' Box For Emergencies
(Radio News 07/30/07) Louisiana was spared from hurricanes last year, but that doesn’t mean we should let our guard down this hurricane season. An LSU AgCenter family economist recommends having a "grab and go box" that contains critical information you will need in the event of a disaster. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

Summer Lends Itself To Family Activities
(Radio News 07/30/07) Summer often affords families more leisure time than they usually have the rest of the year. LSU AgCenter family development expert Dr. Diane Sasser says family time doesn’t have to be a big vacation. She says plan some "together time" throughout the summer. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

Dehydration Is A Danger During Summer Months
(Radio News 07/30/07) Heat-related illnesses claim several hundred lives each year in the United States. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames says drinking enough fluids can help you avoid dehydration during the hot summer months. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Water And Electrolytes Are Important For Energy
(Radio News 07/30/07) Water and electrolytes such as sodium and potassium are important for energy levels. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames says it’s easy to get the proper amount of water each day. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Relieve Children's Anxiety About Storms
(Radio News 07/30/07) Even though we are two years removed from hurricanes Katrina and Rita, children could still have anxiety during hurricane season. LSU AgCenter family development expert Dr. Diane Sasser advises not waiting until a storm is approaching to talk to your children about hurricanes. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Youngsters Become Farmers For The Summer
Summer Farmers
(TV News 07/30/07) Inner-city youngsters in Baton Rouge are becoming farmers for the summer. While the group is exposed to agriculture, they also are learning other life skills along the way. (Runtime: 1 minute, 28 seconds)
Get It Growing: You Can Freshen Up Tired Flower Beds
(For Release On Or After 08/17/07) Flower beds that are past their prime and overrun with weeds can be a common sight in our late-summer landscape. But you don’t have to just give up and accept such sad-looking elements in your landscape, since there are ways you can freshen up these tired beds.
Get It Growing: Sharing Plants One Joy Of Gardening; Rooting Cuttings Is One Way
(For Release On Or After 08/24/07) Sharing plants is one of the pleasures of gardening. When gardeners get together and a plant is complimented, it is not unusual for the admirer to be offered a "piece" to take home and root.
Get It Growing: Prune Roses In Late August, Early September For Beautiful Fall Blooms
(For Release On Or After 08/31/07) In Louisiana our ever-blooming roses fortunately provide us with two really great seasons of bloom, and now is the time to prune in preparation for one of those seasons.
Kids Make Healthy Choices, Given The Chance
(Distributed 07/27/07) Kids will make healthy choices, choosing fruits and vegetables over less nutritious foods, when given the chance, according to LSU AgCenter food and nutrition professor Dr. Annrose Guarino.
Consumer Protection Handbook Available In Spanish
(Distributed 07/27/07) The first-ever Spanish language companion to the Federal government’s Consumer Action Handbook is now available.
Coneflowers Punctuate Summer With Second Bloom
Coneflower
Distributed 07/27/07) Louisiana gardeners may be enjoying a second bloom of purple coneflowers this time of year. The perennial plant is one of the most popular in home landscapes.