(Radio 11/29/11) At Star Nursery and Farm in Belle Chase, workers are busy packing and shipping boxes of satsumas. Joseph Ranatza, a fifth-generation citrus grower, says this year the quality is high and volume is plentiful. (Runtime: 1:20)

(Video 11/28/11) Want interesting indoor greenery that’s not difficult to care for? LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains why a tough tropical plant called pothos is the perfect choice. (Runtime: 1:37)

(Radio News 11/28/11) Many families looking for the perfect Christmas tree will visit a tree farm this year. Choose-and-cut farms are a fun way to buy a tree and provide good income for growers, says LSU AgCenter forestry and wildlife specialist Don Reed. (Runtime: 1:25)

(Distributed 11/28/11) The Louisiana 4-H Poultry Judging Team placed fourth overall at the National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference in Louisville, Ky., on Nov. 16-17.

(Video 11/21/11) The saying goes, “out of sight, out of mind.” That slogan could apply to the obscure columbine. Not many Louisiana gardeners have ever heard of it. Until now. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains why the Swan columbine is a great Louisiana Super Plant worthy of the spotlight. (Runtime: 1:30)

(Distributed 11/23/11) HAMMOND, La. – An LSU AgCenter water resources scientist is trying to keep Louisiana in compliance with the 1972 Clean Water Act by testing plant mats in a pond at the Hammond Research Station.

(Radio News 11/23/11) The hunt for the perfect Christmas tree generally starts soon after the Thanksgiving turkey, stuffing and pies have been put away. The first thing to do when picking a tree, whether at a retail outlet or a choose-and-cut farm, is to look for ones that will fit your space, says LSU AgCenter wildlife and forestry expert Don Reed. (Runtime: 1:05)

(Distributed 11/23/11) This time of year the LSU AgCenter Dairy Store gears up for holiday sales, said Chuck Boeneke, dairy science professor. The store keeps a mail-order list and ships across the contiguous United States and is taking orders now.

(Distributed 11/23/11) November, December and into mid-January are excellent times for planting trees in Louisiana. During this period, the soil is still warm, encouraging vigorous root growth, and trees will have several months to get established before summer’s heat.

(Audio 11/22/11) The LSU AgCenter dairy store is known for its in-house-made ice creams, but even as temperatures fall, there are still reasons to visit the store located on South Stadium Dr. on LSU’s campus. Chuck Boeneke, dairy science professor, said this time of the year, the store is gearing up for holiday sales. (Runtime: 1:20)