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4-H Museum
Louisiana 4-H Museum opens in Avoyelles Parish
(TV News 08/10/09) A group of 4-H’ers cut the ribbon at the grand opening of the Louisiana 4-H Museum in Avoyelles Parish. The youths, as well as five hundred others in attendance, got to step back in time and see the origins and evolution of Louisiana 4-H, which started one hundred years ago – not far from where the museum sits. (Runtime: 1:42)
Sugarcane Rust
Sugarcane rust affecting 'resistant' varieties
(TV News 08/03/09) The disease rust has been a problem in Louisiana’s sugarcane crop this season. Growers saw an influx of the disease in late winter in varieties thought to have good rust resistance, according to Dr. Ben Legendre, director of the LSU AgCenter's Audubon Sugar Station. (Runtime: 1:46)
Herbicide
Pre-emergence herbicides can prevent weeds
(Video 8/31/09) Keeping weeds out of your garden by hand during the summer is tough, but effective. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explores when to use the option of herbicides to help you control or prevent weeds. (Runtime: 1:40)
Soybeans
Soybean harvest starts with low yields
(TV News 08/31/09) A long bout of dry weather midway through the growing season stunted some of Louisiana’s soybean crop. LSU AgCenter soybean specialist Dr. Ronnie Levy says some farmers are seeing very low yields per acre as the harvest begins. (Runtime: 1:27)
Biofuels
Researchers looking at big picture for ethanol production
(TV News 08/24/09) Crops such as sugarcane and sweet sorghum could be important sources of ethanol in Louisiana in the coming years. LSU AgCenter researchers are working on a conversion process but still have many hurdles to cross. (Runtime: 1:52)
Wildlife Program
Youth participate in national wildlife habitat program
(TV News 08/17/09) A group of 4-H’ers from across the country spent a few days trekking around a wooded area of Sabine Parish. The youngsters were in Louisiana for a national contest. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard has the details. (Runtime: 1:33)
Museum houses items 'dear to hearts'
(Radio News 08/03/09) 4-H has been developing youth in Louisiana for more than 100 years, and a new museum in Avoyelles Parish shows how important the organization has been to so many. Rose Anne St. Romain, coordinator for the Louisiana 4-H Museum, talks about it. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Louisiana 4-H Museum opens
(Radio News 08/03/09) A group of 4-H’ers recently cut the ribbon at the grand opening of the Louisiana 4-H Museum in Avoyelles Parish. More than 500 people attended the July 18 opening and got to see the origins and evolution of Louisiana 4-H. Museum coordinator Rose Anne St. Romain explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Block grant could offset rising aquaculture feed costs
(Radio News 08/03/09) Feed costs for aquaculture crops have risen dramatically in the past year. A grant program is helping offset the increased costs. Money from the program comes from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. LSU AgCenter economist Dr. Kurt Guidry explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Hurricane recovery program helps farmers
(Radio News 08/03/09) A loan and grant program is assisting farmers affected by hurricanes Gustav and Ike. LSU AgCenter economist Dr. Kurt Guidry says the program offers low-interest loans to producers who suffered at least $10,000 worth of losses because of the 2008 hurricanes. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Agribusinesses can apply for recovery loans
(Radio News 08/03/09) The 2008 hurricanes hurt many of the state’s agribusinesses. The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry is administering a loan program for businesses that had at least $10,000 in losses. LSU AgCenter economist Dr. Kurt Guidry has more details.
Sugarcane growers face rust problems
(Radio News 08/10/09) The disease rust has been a problem in Louisiana’s sugarcane crop. LSU AgCenter sugarcane specialist Dr. Ben Legendre says growers saw an influx of the disease in late winter in varieties thought to have good rust resistance. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Sugar prices rise slightly
(Radio News 08/10/09) LSU AgCenter sugarcane specialist Dr. Ben Legendre says many growers are facing tough financial situations. Growers gathered recently at the LSU AgCenter sugarcane field day where they heard good news about prices. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
College employment has pros and cons
(Radio News 08/10/09) Students must consider pros and cons when deciding whether or not to work during their college years. LSU AgCenter family economist Dr. Jeanette Tucker says employment can enhance career opportunities but could hinder studies. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
College can be financial eye-opener for teens
(Radio News 08/10/09) Moving away to college can be a financial eye-opener says LSU AgCenter family economist Dr. Jeanette Tucker. Students should determine their fixed and flexible costs, then prepare a livable budget before they make the big move. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Researcher working with unique protein
(Radio News 08/10/09) Soy products contain a protein called the Bowman-Birk inhibitor. This protein has numerous health benefits, such as inhibiting cancer cell growth and reducing inflammation. LSU AgCenter food scientist Dr. Jack Losso is conducting research on this protein. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Researchers convert plants into ethanol
(Radio News 08/17/09) The LSU AgCenter’s Audubon Sugar Institute is converting crops such as sugarcane and sweet sorghum into ethanol. Two parts of a plant can be made into biofuel, says LSU AgCenter researcher Dr. Donal Day. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Byproducts are important part of biofuel process
(Radio News 08/17/09) Researchers are looking for ways to make ethanol from cellulosic material such as sugarcane economically feasible. One way to make the math work is to find high-value byproducts of the refining process. Dr. Donal Day is conducting research at the LSU AgCenter’s Audubon Sugar Institute. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Keep food-borne illness out of school lunch box
(Radio News 08/17/09) Backpacks aren’t the only thing youngsters are carrying to school. Many students bring their own lunches. LSU AgCenter nutritionist and food safety expert Dr. Beth Reames says parents should be sure their child’s food is packed safely to prevent food-borne illnesses. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
National wildlife contest comes to Louisiana
(Radio News 08/17/09) More than 60 youngsters from 16 states competed in the 4-H National Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program held recently in Sabine Parish. This three-day contest wasn’t just a walk in the woods. Participants observed a woody tract of land and had to make recommendations for certain wildlife species. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
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