Home > Communications > Publications > What's New > Grain Sorghum Hybrids for Grain [Image: grain sorghum] 2010 recommendations. This information will help producers choose grain sorghum hybrids which have displayed good yield potential and agronomic performance. The LSU AgCenter conducts yearly grain sorghum hybrid yield tests at several locations in Louisiana. This is done to provide producers with unbiased information on hybrid performance under different soil types and climatic conditions. Soybean Variety Yields and Production Practices [Image: soybean varieties] Each year the LSU AgCenter tests commercial soybean varieties that are entered in yield tests by private seed companies. This publication provides information about results of those tests at various locations across the state. For best results using this guide, refer to the tables for variety yield results and pick the location fitting your situation -- or if your farm does not fit any location, choose varieties that performed well at multiple locations. (PDF Format Only) Nitrogen Management in Louisiana Sweet Potatoes [Image: sweet potato] Sustainable and profitable commercial sweet potato production requires proper management of nitrogen fertilizer. Inadequate or excessive amounts of nitrogen fertilizer can be detrimental to a sweet potato crop and can negatively affect yield potential. What Amount of Nitrogen Fertilizer Does My Sweet Potato Crop Need? When Should Nitrogen Be Applied? How Should a Sweet Potato Crop Look 30 Days After Transplanting? Find these answers and more in this publication. Pecan Spittlebug [Image: pecan spittlebugs] Pecan spittlebugs are found throughout the pecan-producing regions of Louisiana and can be a serious pest. The severity of infestations varies from year to year and from orchard to orchard. Life cycle, type of injury and control information are included. (PDF Format Only)  more articles... Understanding Pesticide Hazards [Image: pesticide hazards] Some pesticides are so highly toxic that accidental exposure to them without proper protection can sicken or kill humans. Even slightly toxic pesticides can irritate the nose, throat, eyes and skin of some people. (PDF Format Only) The Master Horseman (DVD) [Image: the master horseman] DVD 1: Horse Training (1:20) covers philosophy of training; ground work exercises; techniques for gaining control of the head, shoulder and hip; basic maneuvers and more. DVD 2: Rider Development (:30) explains how to find the rhythm of the horse’s movement and influence the horse through balance and rhythm and more. Corn Hybrids for Grain [Image: corn hybrids] 2010 recommendations. Each year the LSU AgCenter tests commercial corn hybrids that are entered in the state yield trials by private seed companies. From these, a grower should choose several that are adapted to an individual farm. Information in the tables should help you make these important decisions. Managing Agricultural Areas for Migratory Bird Hunting [Image: hunting doves] Hunting doves in agricultural areas is considered by many to be one of the most enjoyable forms of hunting, but hunters must be familiar with the regulations, especially those about baiting. These regulations, along with other important information for managing agricultural areas for bird hunting, are included in this publication. (PDF Format Only) Louisiana Plant Pathology: Camellia Flower Blight [Image: camellia flower blight] Camellia flower blight is the most common disease of camellias in Louisiana. This publication describes the disease and how to manage it. (PDF Format Only) Small Hive Beetles [Image: small hive beetles] Small hive beetles were first detected in the United States in 1996. Although they are relatively harmless pests in their native South Africa, they have become serious pests of honey bees, especially in the southeastern region of the United States. Information on damage, life cycle, best management practices and control included. Forage Testing: Why, What and How [Image: forage testing] Increased profit is the primary reason producers need to know the quality of the forages they feed livestock. It’s important to know the nutrient composition and potential animal performance that can be expected from a given forage. Methods of Testing Feeds, Definitions of Common Forage Analysis Terms, Application of Forage Testing Results, Forage Sampling and Sample Submission information included. (PDF Format Only) Bug Biz: Pecan Phylloxera [Image: pecan] Pecan phylloxera are found throughout the native pecan-producing regions of the United States. Beginning in mid-April, galls (knots) begin to appear on the leaf veins, leaf rachises, catkins, current season's shoot growth and nuts of the pecan. Damage, description, life cycle and control information is included. (PDF Format Only) Bug Biz: Yellow Aphids on Pecans [Image: Two species of yellow aphids] Two species of yellow aphids are found on pecans in Louisiana and in all pecan-producing states. Descripton, life cycle, damage and control information is included. (PDF Format Only) Model Beekeeping Ordinance for Louisiana Local and Municipal Governments [Image: model beekeeping] This publication is intended to help local and municipal governments address potential concerns or problems between the public and beekeepers. (PDF Format Only) Click for more information...