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| Atypical weather affects wheat trials (Radio News 04/20/12) Weather was an issue for plant breeders and their wheat variety trials. Some varieties that had shown promise in previous years failed to mature in 2012 because of the warmer-than-normal conditions. Others suffered damage from wind and rain. Steve Harrison, an LSU AgCenter wheat breeder, says there is some benefit from a season like this. |
| Wheat crop in good condition (Radio News 04/20/12) Wheat producers have had some anxious moments this season. A warm and wet winter is ideal for diseases that target wheat. And the warm and drier weather over the past several weeks has caused the wheat to mature early according to LSU AgCenter wheat specialist Ed Twidwell. (Runtime 1:04) |
| High rent prices affecting farmers (Radio News 04/10/12) High commodity prices benefit farmers, but they could be driving up rents farmers pay for land. Farmers in some areas of Louisiana are seeing land rents increase dramatically, and LSU AgCenter economist Kurt Guidry says this could hurt their bottom line and affect production decisions. (Runtime: 1:35) |
| Follow food safety guidelines with Easter eggs (Radio News 04/05/12) Eggs in pastel or neon shades grace many Easter baskets. Dyeing eggs is a fun tradition, but food safety guidelines should be followed. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames explains how to safely cook eggs for dyeing. (Runtime: 1:15) |
| Some rice farmers shifting to conventional varieties (Radio News 04/03/12) Clearfield rice varieties have allowed farmers to use herbicides on their rice to kill the red rice weed. These varieties have been popular among farmers. But LSU AgCenter rice specialist Johnny Saichuk says this year more farmers are returning to conventional varieties. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Farmers planting fewer rice acres in 2012 (Radio News 04/02/12) Louisiana rice acreage will be down this year. Farmers are cutting back on the amount of rice they are planting because of discouraging prices. LSU AgCenter rice specialist Johnny Saichuk says other commodities are more appealing. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Workshop to focus on creating healthful home environment (Radio News 03/30/12) The seven principles of healthy housing can help homeowners live better. Diane Scimeca, LSU AgCenter healthy homes coordinator, says having a healthful home can lower health care costs. Scimeca will present a workshop on creating a healthful home environment. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Value of La. agriculture rises in 2011 (Radio News 03/26/12) Agriculture was worth $10.7 billion to the state’s economy last year according to numbers from the LSU AgCenter’s 2011 Ag Summary. This was up seven percent from 2010 and represents a strong improvement in agricultural production in Louisiana over the past few years, says John Westra, LSU AgCenter economist. (Runtime: 1:50) |
| Cotton acreage expected to dip this year (Radio News 03/23/12) The start of cotton planting is still a few weeks away, and acreage is expected to be down. LSU AgCenter cotton specialist John Kruse says the strong prices that hit close to $1 a pound have moderated. (Runtime: 1:10 seconds) |
| Warm weather allows for early corn planting (Radio News 03/21/12) Farmers in Louisiana took advantage of warm weather to get an early start to their corn planting. Planting began back in February, and LSU AgCenter corn specialist John Kruse says about 35 percent of the crop has been planted. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Youth participate in Wetland Exploration Day (Radio News 03/16/12) Students dipped their nets into a pond, scooping up muddy water and a variety of tiny aquatic insects. The students were participating in the Louisiana Wetlands Exploration Day at the Shell Robert Training Facility. LSU AgCenter’s youth wetlands team, which includes Mindy McCallum Brooks, helped organize the event. (Runtime: 1:50) |
| Get family's 'plate in shape' during National Nutrition Month (Radio News 03/09/12) What’s on your plate? What about your child’s? Those are questions nutritionists want you to consider this month during National Nutrition Month as they encourage people to get their plates in shape. (Runtime: 1:45) |
| Wet winter threatens wheat crop (Audio 03/02/12) Wet weather isn’t good for wheat, and Louisiana has had a rainy winter. Wheat grown on poorly drained soils likely will suffer this season, but LSU AgCenter wheat specialist Ed Twidwell says the wheat on well-drained soils is in good condition. (Runtime: 1:30) |
| Spring garden shows occurring across La. (Radio News 02/24/12) Garden shows happening across Louisiana in March and April offer gardeners opportunities to learn, get inspired and shop. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Thousands of youth participate in state livestock show (Radio News 02/22/12) Oinks and squeals provided the soundtrack as John Boughton showed his pig Blackie at the 77th LSU AgCenter Livestock Show. Boughton and youth from across the state put in the daily effort to raise their animals and prepare them for showing. (Runtime: 1:50) |
| Warm winter could lead to more plant diseases (Radio News 02/16/12) Louisiana has had an unseasonably warm winter. Warm weather coupled with a steady amount of rain could lead to more disease problems on crops earlier in the season. (Runtime: 1:30) |
| Study finds surprise source of sodium (Radio News 02/14/12) A study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that the greatest percentage of sodium in our diets doesn’t come from salty snacks but rather from bread. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames explains why. (Runtime: 1:20 seconds) |
| Nutritionist offers tips to keep heart healthy (Radio News 02/10/12) The heart is in focus in February during American Heart Month. Women are encouraged to take steps to prevent heart disease, which kills more women than any other disease says Beth Reames, an LSU AgCenter nutritionist. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Research aims to make crawfish harvesting less expensive (Radio News 02/09/12) LSU AgCenter researchers are working on ways to make crawfish production less expensive and more efficient. Bait is a major expense of crawfish production and harvesting. While crawfish harvesting can start as early as November or December, attracting crawfish is more difficult in colder waters, says LSU AgCenter aquaculture specialist Robert Romaire. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Crawfish harvest starts slowly (Radio News 02/08/12) It’s been a poor start to Louisiana’s crawfish harvest. Drought in the summer and fall led to low survival and reproduction of crawfish. Those that did survive were slow to emerge from their burrows. But as demand picks up this month, there is optimism that so will the catch. (Runtime: 1:50) |
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| Saltwater intrusion affects rice, crawfish production (Radio News 02/06/12) Durel Romaine farms rice and crawfish around Kaplan. Saltwater intrusion has been a problem for him and other farmers who rely on fresh water from the Mermentau Basin for their crops. Recent rainfall that drenched the southwestern part of the state was badly needed, but farmers say they still could use more. (Runtime: 1:55) |
| Early start to strawberry season (Radio News 01/26/12) The mild weather across Louisiana makes it feel more like spring than winter. Another sign that this isn’t your typical winter is the abundance of strawberries. Although growers started harvesting early varieties in November, the normal seasonal onset of colder temperatures usually causes a dip in production, according to LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station Director Regina Bracy. |
| Healthful foods is focus of food scientists (Radio News 01/24/12) By late January many people may have abandoned their resolutions to live healthier. LSU AgCenter food scientists can’t make you go to the gym or eat more fruits and vegetables, but they are trying to make foods more healthful by reducing sodium, fat and cholesterol and increasing fiber. (Runtime: 1:50) |
| Removing winter weeds early gives crop best start (Radio News 01/13/12) Planting for crops such as corn and soybeans is still a couple of months away, but farmers can prepare their fields now for those spring plantings by starting off with a clean seedbed. LSU AgCenter weed scientist Jim Griffin says that means removing winter weeds. (Runtime: 1:45) |
| Forum highlights soybean outlook (Radio News 01/11/12) This year’s outlook is favorable for soybeans. Growers from Louisiana, Arkansas and Mississippi gathered in Oak Grove, La., for the Tri-state Soybean Forum. (Runtime: 1:45) |
| Christmas trees have benefits after holidays (Radio 12/30/11) When the holidays are over and the decorations have come down, LSU AgCenter forestry specialist Don Reed says your Christmas tree can still have value. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Resolve to be healthy in 2012 (Radio News 12/27/11) At the start of a new year, people make resolutions to live healthier. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames has advice to help you make healthful choices in 2012. (Runtime: 1:05) |
| Protect citrus trees from cold damage (Radio News 12/26/11) Hard freezes that can occur in Louisiana in January and February can damage citrus trees. LSU AgCenter county agent Alan Vaughn says protecting a tree from a freeze starts before winter. (Runtime:1:05) |
| Farmers have good year despite challenges (Radio News 12/21/11) In a year marked by drought and floods, farmers in Louisiana still managed to have a good year in 2011. Dry weather allowed for easy and efficient harvests of most crops, and overall yields were respectable despite challenges. LSU AgCenter economist Kurt Guidry said one downside was some flooded or drought-damaged crops never did get harvested. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Winter pests can invade our homes (Audio 12/19/11) Winter doesn’t seem like a prime time for pests, but our habits around the holidays and during cold weather could bring bugs into our homes. When freezes threaten, people bring in their tender potted plants, and with them insects says LSU AgCenter entomologist Dennis Ring. (Runtime: 1:30) |
| Researcher looks at emissions from sugarcane production (Radio News 12/16/11) A burning sugarcane field releases a sweet, smoky smell, but it also sends particles and greenhouse gases into the air. LSU AgCenter chemist Jim Wang monitored a burning field to determine what is released during a burn. It is part of a larger study funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to learn more about how sugarcane production affects the environment. (Runtime: 1:45) |
| Mexican rice borer moves east (Radio News 12/14/11) The Mexican rice borer, a pest that threatens the state sugarcane crop, is moving east into sugar production areas. The insect was first detected in Louisiana two years ago in Calcasieu Parish but has now been confirmed in Cameron, Jefferson Davis and Beauregard parishes as well says LSU AgCenter entomologist Gene Reagan. (Runtime: 1:35) |
| Researchers look at dairy pasturing, grazing methods (Radio News 12/14/11) The LSU AgCenter’s Southeast Research Station held a field day to show dairy farmers pasture and grazing techniques that can help their cows produce milk more cheaply and efficiently. Station coordinator Mike McCormick explains. (Runtime: 1:10 seconds) |
| High milk prices do not mean high profits for dairy farmers (Radio News 12/13/11) In the southeast portion of the state, LSU AgCenter researchers are helping Louisiana’s dairy industry survive despite challenges like high prices for fuel, feed and fertilizer. Milk prices have been high, but Mike McCormick, coordinator of the LSU AgCenter's Southeast Research Station, says that hasn’t helped producers. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Louisiana pecans available for holiday treats (Radio News 12/09/11) More than four million pounds of pecans will be cracked, processed and packaged at Bergeron Pecans in New Roads this year. Pecan prices rose sharply early in the season, with China buying a large supply of the nuts. Lester Bergeron says this slowed his business, but with the holidays here, demand is picking up. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Keep foodborne illness at bay, put pies away (Radio 12/08/11) Perishable pies can present a food safety challenge during the holidays. LSU AgCenter nutritionist and food safety expert Beth Reames says pumpkin, custard, cream and even pecan pies shouldn’t be left out indefinitely. (Runtime: 1:05) |
| Know terms before shopping daily deals (Audio 12/06/11) Daily deal websites have become very popular, allowing shoppers the opportunity to try new businesses or visit favorites at a discounted price. LSU AgCenter family economist Jeanette Tucker says you need to read the fine print before purchasing these online deals. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Strategies for halting holiday weight gain (Radio News 12/05/11) Many people will gain a small amount of weight during the holidays according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames. She has some strategies to help you maintain your weight throughout the holidays without depriving yourself. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Every shape, size, color available at poinsettia open house (Radio News 12/02/11) Visitors to the poinsettia open house at the LSU AgCenter’s Burden Research Center were greeted with sea of red, pink and white poinsettias. Also for sale and on display were unusual ones with speckled colors or ruffled bracts. Jeff Kuehny, director of the Burden Center, conducts a survey of new poinsettia varieties, and while the unusual ones always catch peoples’ eyes, most tend to stick with tradition. (Runtime: 1:30 seconds) |
| Farmers making quick work of sugarcane harvest (Radio News 12/01/11) Louisiana’s sugarcane harvest is ahead of schedule. Dry weather is helping farmers move quickly through their fields and harvest clean cane. LSU AgCenter sugarcane specialist Kenneth Gravois says an early harvest reduces the risk of a freeze damaging the cane. (Runtime: 1:15) |
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| Citrus is abundant, sweet this year (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) |
| Christmas tree farms can provide extra income for growers (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) |
| Expert offers advice for picking, caring for Christmas tree (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) |
| Cheeses, eggnog among dairy store holiday offerings (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) |
| Fried turkey is healthful if prepared properly (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) |
| Follow food safety guidelines for happy Thanksgiving (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) |
| Cost of average Thanksgiving dinner decreases (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) |
| Dry weather delays wheat planting (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) |
| Salt water, lack of water complicate crawfish crop (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) |
| Dairy research spans from 'cow to cone' (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) |
| Sweet potato farmers harvest a good crop (Radio News 10/31/11) Louisiana sweet potato growers are harvesting an average to above average crop. LSU AgCenter sweet potato specialist Tara Smith says good weather during the harvest season has helped farmers get their potatoes in. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| AgCenter names three new Super Plants (Audio 10/28/11) The LSU AgCenter has released three new Louisiana Super Plants for fall 2011: Belinda’s Dream rose, Redbor kale and Swan columbine. These plants have undergone extensive research and are considered high-performing plants for all areas of Louisiana. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| 4-H Museum offers educational programs for children (Radio News 10/25/11) The Louisiana 4-H Museum is now offering “Discovery Days,” an educational program series for groups of children ages 3 - 8. Children can learn about health and nature during these one-hour programs which include hands-on activities, stories, songs and rhymes. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Field day participants learn about research behind beautiful plants (Radio News 10/24/11) Beautiful plants and the research that goes into them were on display at the LSU AgCenter’s Hammond Research Station’s annual landscape horticulture field day. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Allen Owings says a focus of the station is to evaluate bedding plants, herbaceous perennials and roses in landscape situations. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Try toys as treats for Halloween (Radio News 10/21/11) Costumes and candy go hand in hand on Halloween, but LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames suggests making some treats toys this year. Research shows children enjoy non-food favors just as much as candy. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Diet can help reduce risk of cancer (Radio News 10/19/11) Pink abounds in October during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. LSU AgCenter nutritionists are promoting a healthful diet that can help prevent breast cancer and other forms of the disease. Heli Roy says the amounts and types of dietary fat you consume are important in cancer prevention. (Runtime: 1:45) |
| Switchgrass under pine trees could be source of energy, income (Radio News 10/17/11) An LSU AgCenter forestry researcher is working on expanding Louisiana’s energy portfolio. Michael Blazier says Louisiana is fourth in the nation in terms of its fossil fuel production, and in its potential for producing biofuels from diverse biomass. Blazier is looking at growing switchgrass for bioenergy. (Runtime: 1:45) |
| Program promotes horsemanship across La. (Radio News 10/10/11) Participants of the LSU AgCenter's Master Horseman program attend eight, three-hour sessions where they learn knot tying, nutrition, groundwork and establishing communication and trust with their horse. LSU AgCenter horse specialist Neely Heidorn says that horse people tend to learn from other horse enthusiasts. (Runtime: 1:35) |
| Listeria outbreak raises food safety concerns (Radio News 10/07/11) The outbreak of Listeria has raised food safety concerns. LSU AgCenter nutritionist and food safety expert Beth Reames says Listeria is a common microorganism. Most Listeria does not cause illness, but Listeria monocytogenes, found in the Colorado cantaloupes blamed for the outbreak, is deadly. (Runtime: 1:30) |
| Drought causes mixed yields across La. cotton (Radio News 10/05/11) Louisiana’s cotton harvest started back in September with good harvesting conditions, but LSU AgCenter cotton specialist John Kruse says drought conditions during much of the growing season caused about $26 million in damage to the crop. (Runtime: 1:20) |
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| Soybean crop suffers losses from drought (Radio News 10/04/11) Farmers are close to wrapping up their soybean harvest. Harvest conditions have been ideal, but the growing season was not. Much of the state suffered with drought during spring and summer. LSU AgCenter soybean specialist Ronnie Levy explains. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| LSU AgCenter receives grant to develop biofuels, biochemicals (Radio News 10/03/11) The U.S. Department of Agriculture awarded the LSU AgCenter a $17.2 million grant to work with 16 other partners in eight states on developing biofuels and biochemicals from energy cane and sweet sorghum. Vadim Kochergin, the director of the Louisiana Institute for Biofuels and Bioprocessing, has been working on this process for several years at the LSU AgCenter’s Audubon Sugar Institute. (Runtime: 2:00) |
| Economists estimate drought effects on crops (Radio News 09/27/11) LSU AgCenter economists estimate that the 2011 drought has caused $390 million in damage to Louisiana agriculture. Kurt Guidry says crops and farmers were affected in three different ways. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Cow size study examines raising more efficient cattle (Radio News 09/26/11) Beef cattle research at the LSU AgCenter's Hill Farm Research Station is looking at cow size and cow efficiency. Researcher Ryon Walker says projections about world population in 2050 prompted him to study how cow size may affect the efficiency of raising cattle. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Study looks at methods of feeding protein supplement to cattle (Radio News 09/23/11) Drought over the past year in north Louisiana prompted LSU AgCenter researcher Ryon Walker to conduct a study on feeding protein supplements to cattle. Because of the lack of rainfall, hay production was low, and Walker said cattle producers were feeding their herd older, lower-quality hay. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| LSU AgCenter promotes early literacy with Junior League (Radio News 09/21/11) Patsy Poche is passionate about reading to young children. As a member of the Junior League of Baton Rouge, she is working with the LSU AgCenter’s Little Bookshelf program, which helps provide books to parents of newborns. (Runtime: 1:40) |
| Composting poultry litter can create valuable fertilizer (Radio News 09/20/11) Poultry litter can be a valuable fertilizer to farmers. LSU AgCenter poultry researcher Bill Owens is studying stacking poultry litter in the poultry house between flocks. (Runtime:1:15) |
| Study compares poultry heaters (Radio News 09/19/11) Poultry houses sit among the rolling hills of north central Louisiana. Poultry is the state’s most valuable animal crop. Researchers at the LSU AgCenter’s Hill Farm Research Station are trying to find ways to make poultry production less expensive. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| LSU AgCenter programs combat childhood obesity (Radio News 09/16/11) LSU AgCenter programs are helping youngsters become healthier and more physically active. September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. The number of overweight and obese children is alarming, says Anne Kean, who manages the LSU AgCenter’s Body Walk program. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Tropical storm complicates sugarcane planting, harvest (Radio News 09/09/11) Tropical Storm Lee dumped rain across much of Louisiana’s sugarcane belt. LSU AgCenter sugarcane specialist Kenneth Gravois surveyed damage across the state. Downed cane is harder to harvest, but Gravois says the dry, sunny days that followed the storm did help. (Runtime: 1:15) |
| Drought affects deer food supply (Radio News 09/06/11) Louisiana’s drought has affected crops and livestock. It’s also affecting the state’s wildlife, particularly deer. LSU AgCenter wildlife specialist Don Reed says this summer’s dry weather has decreased the food supply for deer. (Runtime: 1:35) |
| Teachers learn energy experiments with Youth Energy Program (Radio News 09/01/11) A teacher gave instructions for a science experiment, but she wasn’t talking to her students. She was instructing other teachers. About 125 teachers gathered on LSU’s campus for LSU AgCenter 4-H Youth Energy Program. The teachers received an energy curriculum and instruction on conducting experiments relating to renewable and nonrenewable energy and conservation. (Runtime: 2:05) |
| Cereal offers healthful benefit (Radio News 08/30/11) A bowl of cereal can be a great way to start the morning. LSU AgCenter research reveals the healthful benefits of eating cereal. AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames says the study suggests that cereal can help with weight control. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| La. Jump$tart Coalition plans financial education summit (Radio News 08/25/11) The Louisiana Jump$tart Coalition and the LSU AgCenter will host the 2011 Financial Education Summit Sept. 15-16 at the Crowne Plaza in Baton Rouge. LSU AgCenter economist Jeanette Tucker helped organize the event. (Runtime: 1:30) |
| 'Grab and go box' keeps life in order (Radio News 08/23/11) Residents of Louisiana are aware of the potential for natural disasters in the state. With hurricane season becoming more active, LSU AgCenter family economist Jeanette Tucker encourages residents to put together a grab and go box that contains important documents that can help get your life in order after a disaster. (Runtime: 1:35) |
| Emergency food supply can help you through hurricane (Radio News 08/22/11) Irene is the first hurricane of the season. Although predictions have it hitting the East Coast and steering clear of Louisiana, an active hurricane is a reminder to be prepared for a potential storm. Part of the preparation is having a three-day emergency food supply for everyone in your home. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames explains. (Runtime: 1:15) |
| Rice verification program tests AgCenter recommendations (Radio News 08/22/11) The Rice Verification Program started more than a decade ago to help LSU AgCenter specialists confirm under real-world conditions their recommendations for rice production. Certain farms are selected each year to participate. LSU AgCenter agent Barrett Courville was in Allen Parish for the harvest of a verification field. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Good rice harvest follows difficult growing season (Radio News 08/19/11) After the difficult season, Ben Leonards, who farms in Allen Parish, is wrapping up his rice harvest. Extreme heat coupled with dry weather affected his crop. To keep water on his fields Leonards had to run his pump through much of the summer. Despite the challenges, he is seeing good yields, but he had hoped for better. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Children need healthy snacks (Radio News 08/15/11) Children often come home from school hungry. Youngsters need more than three meals a day so snacking is important. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames says to be sure to choose healthy snacks that will help provide the nutrients youngsters need. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Follow food safety guidelines when packing lunch (Radio News 08/15/11) While youngsters are packing up their backpacks, parents may be packing up lunch bags. Students need something nutritious to sustain them throughout the day, but they also need something safe says LSU AgCenter nutritionist and food safety expert Beth Reames. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Ideal harvest conditions follow difficult growing season for corn (Radio News 08/10/11) Corn farmers are wrapping up a difficult year. Dry conditions throughout most of the growing season put stress on the crop. Conditions have been ideal for harvest. LSU AgCenter feed grain specialist John Kruse says the harvest has been mixed with good yields on irrigated corn and average-to-poor yields on dryland corn. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Studies help farmers grow better soybeans (Radio News 08/05/11) Information gained from soybean demonstration plots and new disease management strategies are helping farmers grow better soybeans. LSU AgCenter soybean specialist Ronnie Levy is conducting a soybean study at the Dean Lee Research Station. (Runtime: 1:05) |
| Soybean crop rebounding from drought stress (Radio News 08/04/11) Louisiana’s soybean crop suffered from drought stress early in the growing season, but LSU AgCenter soybean specialist Ronnie Levy says conditions are improving. (Runtime: 1:30) |
| Cotton studies look at variety performance (Radio News 08/03/11) A series of research trials will help farmers gain a better understanding of the factors that affect cotton variety performance. LSU AgCenter agronomist Brooks Blanche is conducting the research, which includes a study of cotton varieties and planting dates. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Pest management is challenge on late-maturing crops (Radio News 08/01/11) Louisiana saw unusual weather in the spring with high temperatures followed by unseasonably cold weather and extremely dry conditions. This affected the emergence, growth and development of crops planted during this period and has caused plants to mature at different rates. LSU AgCenter entomologist Rogers Leonard explains. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Researcher works on controlling insects on cotton seedlings (Radio News 08/01/11) Seed treatments have replaced many soil insecticides that farmers use to control insects that attack cotton seedlings. LSU AgCenter entomologist Rogers Leonard says the seed treatments provide some level of insect control, but it’s not always enough. (Runtime: 1:15) |
| Researcher studying sugarcane fertilizer needs (Radio News 07/2911) LSU AgCenter researcher Brenda Tubana is working to deliver the most effective fertilizer guidelines for sugarcane farmers. Sugarcane requires a large number of nutrients, but she is looking at the nutrients needed in the largest amounts. (Runtime: 1:05) |
| Grad student tackling nitrogen management challenges in sugarcane (Radio News 07/29/11) Managing nitrogen in sugarcane can be challenging for farmers. It is a large crop that is not replanted every year and has to survive through all weather conditions. LSU AgCenter graduate student Josh Lofton is studying nitrogen management. Lofton says the wide array of field conditions also complicates nitrogen control. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Borer moving into La. threatens sugarcane (Radio News 07/27/11) The sugarcane borer is the major pest in cane, but a new pest that arrived in Louisiana two to three years ago also threatens the crop. The Mexican rice borer is harder to manage than the sugarcane borer, because insecticides can’t kill the rice borer once it makes its way into the cane stalk. LSU AgCenter entomologist Gene Reagan says the Mexican rice borer is a plant-stress pest. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Louisiana's sugarcane crop is in good shape (Radio News 07/25/11) Louisiana’s dry spring stressed many crops, but extreme weather conditions haven’t had a negative effect on the state’s sugarcane. A colder-than-normal winter helped to keep disease problems down, which allowed the crop to thrive. LSU AgCenter sugarcane specialist Kenneth Gravois explains. (Runtime: 1:15 seconds) |
| New sugarcane variety offers cold tolerance (Audio 07/21/11) The LSU AgCenter, working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the American Sugar Cane League, recently released a new sugarcane variety, HoCP 04-838. LSU AgCenter sugarcane specialist Kenneth Gravois says the variety has good disease and insect resistance, as well as cold tolerance. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Entomologist studies seed treatments (Radio News 07/19/11) Seed treatments can help rice farmers control the rice water weevil. Natalie Hummel conducted demonstrations in six parishes across Louisiana to evaluate treatments. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Rice seeding rates affect viability of seed treatments (Radio News 07/19/11) Rice farmers have been using lower seeding rates when planting their crops, and LSU AgCenter entomologist Mike Stout says this could affect how seed treatments work. He’s conducted research on seeding rates with insecticide treatments Dermacor, CrusierMaxx and NipsitInside. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Unusual pests show up early in rice fields (Radio News 07/15/11) Louisiana rice growers have seen unusual early season pests in their rice fields this year. LSU AgCenter rice entomologist Natalie Hummel says a combination of dry weather and more farmers drill-seeding their rice could have caused this insect activity. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Plant pathologist studies Cercospora in rice (Radio News 07/14/11) The disease Cercospora can reduce yields and quality of rice. LSU AgCenter plant pathologist Clayton Hollier is studying the environmental conditions that affect Cercospora and if the rice plant’s canopy encourages the disease to develop. Hollier has set up a test on 33 varieties to learn more about the disease. (Runtime: 1:15) |
| Dry conditions leave rice farmers with salt water for irrigation (Radio News 07/13/11) Freshwater streams that provide surface water for farmers in southwest Louisiana are drying up. Rice farmers rely on this water for irrigation. Instead, water from the coast is making its way upstream. LSU AgCenter rice specialist Johnny Saichuk explains. (Runtime: 1:05) |
| New rice varieties offer farmers options (Radio News 07/12/11) Rice farmers will have a few more options when deciding what varieties to plant next year. Breeders released a second aromatic variety, Jazzman-2, which has a few differences from the original Jazzman. Steve Linscombe is the director of the LSU AgCenter rice research station and a rice breeder, and he talks about it. (Runtime: 1:30) |
| Spring weather led to 'confused' rice crop (Radio News 07/07/11) Johnny Saichuk called this year’s rice crop a "confused" crop. The LSU AgCenter rice specialist said warm weather in March helped farmers get an early start on planting, but unusually cool weather returned and stayed into May. (Runtime: 1:15) |
| With late-season rain, Louisiana could produce good cotton crop (Radio News 07/07/11) Much of Louisiana’s cotton crop hasn’t received adequate rainfall, but LSU AgCenter cotton specialist John Kruse says the state could still produce a good crop. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Dry weather affects yields in unirrgated corn (Radio News 07/05/11) Dry weather has affected most of Louisiana’s crops, especially corn. LSU AgCenter corn specialist John Kruse said irrigated corn looks good, but yields of corn grown in fields that haven't been irrigated likely will vary. (Runtime: 1:15) |
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| Farmers learn about research at Northeast Field Day (Radio News 07/04/11) Farmers gathered at the LSU AgCenter's Northeast Research Station Field Day to hear from scientists about the various projects conductedin the area. Studies include variety evaluation trials; pest, weed and disease management research; and a cotton defoliation project. The station’s resident coordinator Donnie Miller explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Farmers warned about herbicide-resistant weeds (Audio 07/01/11) Herbicide-resistant weeds are complicating the way farmers grow crops. LSU AgCenter weed scientist Donnie Miller says recent flooding in northeast Louisiana could make the problem worse. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Cotton study compares conventional, transgenic varieties (Radio News 06/30/11) Cotton is an expensive crop to grow, and much of the expense can come before farmers put their crops in the ground – when they purchase their seed. LSU AgCenter agronomist Don Boquet is conducting research comparing transgenic cotton varieties to conventional varieties. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Reseach looks at cotton seeding, nitrogen rates (Radio News 06/29/11) LSU AgCenter research is helping cotton farmers save money. Agronomist Don Boquet, working on ways to reduce cotton production costs, looked at reducing seeding rates and nitrogen rates. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Insect museum helps with identification, history (Radio News 06/27/11) Rows and rows of cabinets containing beetles, weevils, ants, grasshoppers and many other species make up the Louisiana State Arthropod Museum. As director of the museum, Christopher Carlton of the LSU AgCenter is responsible for maintaining the collection that serves as the research and diagnostic repository of insects for Louisiana. (Runtime: 2:00) |
| Soybeans suffering from drought conditions (Video News 06/27/11) Louisiana’s soybean crop is suffering. Dry conditions have stunted plant growth and will likely lead to yield loss. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard has the story. (Runtime: 1:55) |
| 'MyPlate' plan simplifies healthful eating (Radio 06/20/11) The U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled the "MyPlate" icon earlier this month as a way to revamp and reinforce dietary guidelines. The simple image, which replaces the food pyramid, shows a plate that has been segmented into fruit, vegetables, grains and protein. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Heli Roy explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Nutritionist declares blueberries are super food (Radio News 06/17/11) Anyone looking to eat more healthfully should incorporate blueberries into his or her diet. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Heli Roy says foods with a lot of color also have high levels of anthocyanins and phytochemicals -- antioxidants that help keep us healthy. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Soybeans suffering from drought stress (Radio News 06/15/11) Drought stress is evident on soybean plants across Louisiana. Plants are shorter, leaves are curled and some are starting to turn yellow. Smaller plants can cause a host of problems, including more weed issues. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| For fresh produce, buy local or grow your own (Radio News 06/14/11) Flats of strawberries were stacked high, sweet corn spilled across a table and crates of bright fresh produce created a feast for the eyes. This is a typical scene this time of the year at farmers markets across Louisiana. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Kiki Fontenot says a sight like this can entice even the pickiest eaters to eat their vegetables. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Farmers markets allow customers to get to know their growers (Radio News 06/14/11) Fresh food is the big draw at farmers markets, but customers who shop at these markets also are helping support local economies and farmers. These markets allow regular visitors an opportunity to get to know the people producing their food. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Aquaculture researchers conduct spawning tests (Radio News 06/03/11) Researchers at the LSU AgCenter’s Aquaculture Research Station spent a morning corralling, catching, weighing and injecting alligator gar with a hormone in hopes of getting them to spawn in captivity. (Runtime: 2:00) |
| Gulf seafood is safe, healthy (Radio News 05/31/11) Louisiana seafood is safe and healthy, according to a seafood specialist with the LSU AgCenter and Louisiana SeaGrant. Lucina Lampila says many agencies have been inspecting the Gulf harvest for the past year or so. (Runtime: 1:40) |
| Rising water levels do not guarantee more wild crawfish Radio News 05/30/11) Speculation on the amount of wild crawfish in the Atchafalaya Basin has increased with the water levels, but LSU AgCenter aquaculture specialist Greg Lutz says we shouldn’t rush to conclusions. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Compacted soils inhibit pasture growth (Radio News 05/30/11) Soil compaction can be a problem in pastures. Mike McCormick is the coordinator of the LSU AgCenter's Southeast Research Station, where research focuses on dairy production. He says producers are noticing compacted soil in their pastures. (Runtime: 1:05) |
| Researchers working on dairy waste management (Radio News 05/26/11) LSU AgCenter dairy researchers are working on ways to reduce waste from dairy farms. Vinicius Moreira, a dairy nutrition management specialist, says feeding cows the proper mix of nutrients can cut down on waste. (Runtime: 1:10) |
| Specialist predicts increase in wheat acreage, price (Radio News 05/19/11) Louisiana farmers who planted wheat last year made an excellent crop, and LSU AgCenter wheat specialist Ed Twidwell expects more acres to be planted this fall. Drought and flooding have damaged wheat crops across the globe, and Twidwell says that likely will lead to an increase in already high wheat prices. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Drought hurts forage crops (Radio News 05/19/11) Drought is affecting crops across Louisiana, and forage crops are starting to suffer. LSU AgCenter agronomist Ed Twidwell spoke at the LSU AgCenter's Southeast Research Station Spring Field Day about fertilizing pastures and hay fields. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Flooding affects crops across state (Radio News 05/18/11) Earlier this month, corn and soybeans planted in the Morganza floodway sat parched. Farmers were anxious for a rain. Today, those same crops are covered with water, drowned by the opening of the spillway. Miles Brashier, LSU AgCenter county agent in Point Coupee Parish, said about 10 percent of the parish’s crops were located within the flood zone. (Runtime: 2:00) |
| School gardens become outdoor classrooms (Radio News 05/11/11) Mary Legoria is redefining the classroom. The science teacher at Westdale Heights Elementary in Baton Rouge uses a garden to teach her students. LSU AgCenter horticulturists are working with schools across Louisiana to plant school gardens. (Runtime: 1:10) |
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| Butterfly garden attracts butterflies, students (Radio News 05/11/11) As a monarch butterfly lights on Ella King’s head, the first-grader stands perfectly still while another student looks on in awe. The Westdale Heights Academic Magnet students in Baton Rouge were out enjoying the school’s Metamorphosis Garden, where students like Ella learn about plants and insects, especially caterpillars and butterflies. (Runtime: 1:40) |
| LSU AgCenter website has flood preparation resources (Radio News 05/10/11) The rising Mississippi River and others have people preparing for potential floods. The website, www.LSU AgCenter.com/floods, has resources to help families and individuals get their homes ready and prepare for an evacuation. LSU AgCenter disaster programs coordinator Pat Skinner explains. (Runtime: 1:15) |
| AgMagic offers youngsters agricultural adventures (Radio News 05/05/11) Three and four year olds looked on as their teacher prepared to hold a Madagascar hissing cockroach. As she picked it up, the youngsters shrieked with delight. Scenes like this one happen over and over again at the LSU AgCenter’s AgMagic, an interactive journey through Louisiana agriculture. (Runtime: 2:00) |
| Gnat outbreak threatens backyard poultry (Radio News 05/04/11) A tiny black fly is a nuisance to people and pets, but this gnat poses a threat to poultry. LSU AgCenter poultry specialist Theresia Lavergne says the turkey gnat will feed on livestock and is especially harmful to birds in cages or coops. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Trials help evaluate cotton varieties (Radio News 05/03/11) On a cotton farm in Pointe Coupee Parish, LSU AgCenter cotton specialist John Kruse is conducting a cotton variety trial. Kruse, working with representatives from seed companies, filled is testing 11 different varieties at this location, which is one of several variety trials he is conducting across Louisiana. (Runtime: 1:05) |
| Farmers plant cotton crop early (Radio News 05/03/11) Farmers across Louisiana have planted much of the state’s cotton crop a little earlier than normal. LSU AgCenter cotton specialist John Kruse says a warm, dry spring made it possible. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Financial education efforts help community (Radio News 04/19/11) Each Wednesday Cynthia Richard, a family resource agent with the LSU AgCenter, offers a personal or family finance class at Care Help of Sulphur. On the day we visited, she talked about credit scores and the importance of paying your bills on time. (Runtime: 1:30) |
| Caterpillars descend from trees (Radio News 04/14/11) The white-marked tussock moth caterpillar may look menacing, with its red head, white tufts and prominent tail, but this caterpillar won’t sting. It and other common caterpillars can be found around trees this time of the year. (Runtime: 1:25) |
| Drought affects cattle herd health (Radio News 02/28/11) Dry conditions affected Louisiana agriculture last summer, and cattle operations in the state were hit hard. Dennis Kieffer felt the effects. He raises cattle in Winn Parish, and the lack of rain affected his forage. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Heart in focus during February (Radio News 02/14/11) The heart is in focus during February, not only because of Valentine’s Day but also because this month the American Heart Association calls attention to the threat of heart disease. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames says a healthful diet can guard against a heart attack. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Military kids meet new friends through program (Radio News 02/14/11) It can be tough for youngsters in military families to make and keep friends. Operation Military Kids helps these youngsters meet children in similar situations. The program is supported by the Department of Defense and administered through 4-H. Caleb Persick is a graduate assistant with the program. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Farmers harvesting strawberries earlier (Radio News 02/14/11) Louisiana’s strawberry farmers started picking their crop as early as the first week in November. Regina Bracy, research coordinator at the LSU AgCenter's Hammond Research Station, says the way farmers plant and care for their crops is helping them get earlier berries. (Runtime: 1:05) |
| Protect citrus from freezing temperatures (Radio News 12/20/10) Citrus is a popular backyard fruit tree in Louisiana. Homeowners can avoid damage this winter if hard freezes occur by protecting their trees, says LSU AgCenter county agent Alan Vaughn. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| CARD Act affects gift card disclosure policies (Radio News 12/13/10) Americans will spend a projected $23 billion on gift cards this holiday season. Consumers gained new gift card protection from the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009, but the ECO-gift card act delayed the effective date of the on-the-card disclosures, says LSU AgCenter family economist Jeanette Tucker. (Runtime: 1:20) |
| Strategies for healthful holiday eating (Radio News 12/06/10) The LSU AgCenter’s Smart Portions program offers eight weekly classes designed to help individuals learn good lifestyle habits to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. The program uses no fads and no gimmicks and instead relies on research-based information. But can this research-based information stand up to a buffet table loaded with holiday desserts? Past participants in the program are planning their strategies for handling holiday eating healthfully. (Runtine: 1:35) |
| Keep food safety in tailgating plan (Radio News 10/04/10) Food and football go hand in hand. Just as players take precautions on the field, tailgaters should take precautions with their food. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Herbicide-resistant weeds will affect cotton growers (Radio News 09/27/10) LSU AgCenter weed scientists recently confirmed glyphosate resistance in the pigweed, palmer amaranth. Weed scientists have long been concerned about weeds in Louisiana developing resistance to the herbicide. (Runtime: 1:15) |
| Sweet potato growers have good harvest (Radio News 11/22/10) After two dismal years where Louisiana sweet potato farmers watched their crops rot in the field from too much rain, they finally got the harvest they’ve been hoping for this year. The dry fall allowed for a smooth harvest and a good crop, says LSU AgCenter sweet potato specialist Tara Smith. (Runtime: 1:15) |
| Acreage of sweet potato variety Evangeline to expand (Radio News 09/20/10) Beauregard is the predominant sweet potato variety grown in Louisiana and in some other parts of the country. But growers are trying the new variety Evangeline. LSU AgCenter sweet potato breeder Don LaBonte says this variety has some advantages over Beauregard. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Seafood processor determined to keep business afloat (Radio News 09/13/10) Crates of crabs sit on the bustling dock of Pontchartrain Blues, a crab processing facility on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Last month, crabs were just trickling in, but owner Gary Bauer was determined to stay open to keep his customers supplied and his labor working. (Runtime: 1:30) |
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| Experts providing science behind sensory evaluation of seafood (Radio News 09/13/10) The LSU AgCenter is working with food scientists and seafood safety experts from other universities to help train seafood processors on sensory testing of seafood. LSU AgCenter food scientist Jon Bell says the experts are providing processors with the scientific background of how sensory evaluation of seafood works while letting them test samples of seafood spiked with petroleum. (1:25) |
| Rain slows sugarcane planting (Radio News 08/30/10) Sugarcane farmers are out this time of the year, getting a portion of next year’s crop planted. LSU AgCenter sugarcane specialist Dr. Kenneth Gravois says recent rains have slowed planting. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Adapt recipes containing raw eggs (Radio News 12/14/09) Some holiday foods and drinks such as cream pies and eggnog traditionally call for raw eggs. LSU AgCenter nutritionist and food safety expert Dr. Beth Reames says recipes can be adapted to use cooked eggs instead of raw eggs. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Yellow jackets are aggressive scavengers (Radio News 09/21/09) Yellow jackets are aggressive scavengers, and they can be particularly bothersome this time of year, says LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Lovebugs are active during early autumn (Radio News 09/21/09) Early autumn remains an active time for insects in Louisiana, and September usually brings a resurgence in the love bug population. LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet says this fall we could see plenty of these amorous insects. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Fire ants forage during fall (Radio News 09/21/09) Fire ants can be a terrible nuisance for homeowners and landowners. LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet recommends large-scale treatment during the spring and fall. Late September or early October is a good time to organize a treatment campaign in your neighborhood. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Greenhouse tomatoes are easy on the environment (Radio News 07/06/09) Growing tomatoes in a greenhouse is better for the environment, says LSU AgCenter researcher Dr. H.Y. Hanna. He says growers don’t have to use pesticides because they can control the environment in the greenhouse. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Sweet potato farmers harvesting after hurricanes (Radio News 9/30/08) Hurricane Ike tipped the losses in the Louisiana sweet potato crop to 50 percent. Farmer Ken Thornhill in Franklin Parish has started harvesting his fields, but he said he is seeing some encouraging results. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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