(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)

(Audio 11/18/11) Fried foods carry an unhealthful perception. Many cooks fry their turkeys on Thanksgiving. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames says a fried turkey isn't as unhealthful as it might sound. (Runtime: 1:15)

(Radio News 11/17/11) The potential for foodborne illness lurks around the Thanksgiving meal. For cooks starting with a frozen turkey, the first step in preparing the bird is properly thawing it. LSU AgCenter nutritionist and food safety expert Beth Reames says cooks can use three methods to thaw their turkey; the first is in the refrigerator. (Runtime: 1:25)

(Video News 11/16/11) A tour titled From Cow to Cone took dairy industry professionals through the research at the LSU AgCenter’s on-campus dairy facilities. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard toured the dairy farm and creamery and has this report. (Runtime: 1:48)

(Radio News 11/15/11) Louisiana cooks will find the cost of the basic Thanksgiving dinner down this year. An LSU AgCenter survey shows the 2011 Thanksgiving market basket will average $39.10 for 10 people. That’s a decrease of $1.49 from last year’s Baton Rouge average of $40.68. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 11/14/11) Farmers typically plant Louisiana’s wheat crop in October and early November, but dry weather has delayed planting this year. LSU AgCenter wheat specialist Ed Twidwell estimates about half of the crop has been planted. (Runtime: 1:10)

(Video 11/08/11) Sweet potatoes are more than just a Thanksgiving dish. They have become a year-round staple. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard reports Louisiana growers have a good crop of sweet potatoes this year. (Runtime: 1:31)

(Radio News 11/08/11) Crawfish farmers have been flooding their fields in preparation for the current season, but in Vermilion Parish a lack of water and saltwater intrusion are complicating the crop. LSU AgCenter coastal area agent Mark Shirley explains. (Runtime: 1:15)

(Radio News 11/03/11) Dairy farmers, processors and others from Louisiana’s dairy industry toured the LSU AgCenter’s dairy farm and creamery on the LSU campus. Gary Hay, director of the School of Animal Science, said the Cow to Cone field day was to show people in the dairy industry the research on campus that is benefiting them. (Runtime: 1:20)

(Video 11/02/11) The sun was perched behind a cloud as participants of the Hammond Research Station’s landscape horticulture field day toured the station’s shade garden and learned about high-performing varieties of caladiums, hostas and impatiens. A focus of the station is to evaluate how well bedding plants, perennials and roses in do in landscapes. (Runtime: 1:48)