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Learning doesn't take a break during summer (Radio News 06/30/08) Learning does not stop when the school year ends. Parents need to find productive and fun ways for youngsters to spend their days, says LSU AgCenter family life specialist Dr. Diane Sasser. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Youngsters should keep active during summer break (Radio News 06/30/08) Youngsters can fall into a routine over the summer that involves watching television and snacking. LSU AgCenter family life specialist Dr. Diane Sasser says weight gain is sure to follow. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Traveling with children can be fun or frantic (Radio News 06/30/08) Are we there yet? That is the question many have heard during car or plane trips. Family vacations can be fun or frantic, but LSU AgCenter family life specialist Dr Diane Sasser says proper planning is essential to keep it from being too frenzied. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Corn farmers must watch for insects (Radio News 06/30/08) Louisiana’s corn crop has been planted and is in the growing phase. Last year the state saw a record corn crop, with acreage surpassing 700,000. Although acreage will drop this year, it sill will be higher than normal, and growers should be on the lookout for insects, according to LSU AgCenter interim corn specialist Rob Ferguson. (Runtime: 60 seconds) High feed grain costs affecting cattle producers (Radio News 06/30/08) The high cost of feed grains is affecting cattle producers. Corn prices were expected to drop this year, but environmental conditions could cause prices to stay high. LSU AgCenter cattle specialist Dr. Jason Rowntree explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds) more...

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[Image: Peaches]Peach season peaks in mid-June (TV News 06/23/08) Fresh Louisiana peaches are hitting markets this month. Peach producer Joe Mitcham started picking peaches back in May. His orchard spans 100 acres, and he grows many varieties so he has peaches available all summer long. (Runtime: 1 minute, 30 seconds) [Image: Sweet Potato]Louisiana sweet potato growers are busy planting crop (TV News 06/16/08) The popularity of sweet potatoes has grown in recent years, and Louisiana farmers produce about 5 million bushels a year. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard reports the state's farmers are busy planting this year’s crop. (Runtime: 1 minute, 30 seconds) more...