Home > Communications > Publications > What's New > Sugarcane Variety Identification Guide - Louisiana 2012 [Image: sugarcane id pub] Sugarcane varieties are the lifeblood of the Louisiana sugarcane industry. Variety diversification is essential in the survival of the sugarcane industry in Louisiana. This publication is designed to help growers learn to identify sugarcane varieties. Color photos included. (PDF format only) Health Care and Nutritional Management of Beef Bulls [Image: beef bulls health care] Information on purchasing healthy bulls, breeding-soundness examinations, disease prevention and nutrition. (PDF format only) Improving Sweet Potato Production Efficiency Series A publication series focusing on improving sweet potato production efficiency, including optimization of the root initiation process, soil moisture management and transplant quality as they relate to maximizing yield and crop quality. Improve Your Home and Prosper [Image: improve your home] Rising energy prices, floods and hurricanes happen, but they don’t have to bust your budget, damage your home, rob your time or deny your comfort. (PDF format only)  more articles... Louisiana Vegetable Planting Guide [Image: planting guide] Use this guide to plant a successful vegetable garden. The information has been developed after considerable research and practical experience. (PDF Format Only) Louisiana Conservation Tillage Handbook [Image: conservation tillage] The purpose of this publication is to provide up-to-date information on agronomic and pest management practices for southern row crops in conservation tillage systems. Many of these recommendations will help producers and private crop consultants implement conservation tillage and other soil-conserving practices to maintain efficient and economical production while minimizing negative effects on soil and water quality. (PDF format only) Canning Louisiana Fruits [Image: canning fruits] Fruits are high in natural acids and can be safely canned in a boiling water bath. Use these recommendations to safely can your fruits. (online only) Estimating GDP at the Parish (County) Level: An Evaluation of Alternative Approaches [Image: Research Bulletin 890] Gross Domestic Product or GDP is estimated for each parish from earnings and employment data from more than 60 industries in Louisiana. (PDF format only) Sugarcane Best Management Practices [Image: sugarcane bmp] Sugarcane is the highest-valued row crop grown in Louisiana. For sugarcane production to continue to thrive in Louisiana, responsible management of soil and water resources should be a priority. This guide lists the Best Management Practices (BMPs) to use in Louisiana sugarcane production. (PDF Format Only) Cool-season Pasture and Forage Varieties [Image: cool season pasture] 2011-2012 Recommendations. One of the most important decisions a forage producer must make is which variety or varieties to plant. To help farmers make logical choices among crops and varieties, the LSU AgCenter conducts variety trials and makes recommendations each year. Suggested varieties, seeding rates, planting depths and seeding dates are included. (PDF Format Only) Managing Corn and Grain Sorghum Insect Pests [Image: insects] 2011 recommended treatments and thresholds for corn and grain sorghum insects. Brief biological sketches of pests included. (PDF Format Only) Managing in Tough Times [Image: managing in tough times] Managing in Tough Times provides helpful information for families experiencing a disaster, such as how to manage family finances, keep the family strong and stay healthy. Topics include financial survival tips, getting the most from what you have, what bills to pay first, making meaning our of adversity, helping children cope with crisis, keys to coping with stress and cutting food costs. Highlights of Agriculture [Image: highlights of ag] 2011 data on forestry, crops, animals, fisheries and other enterprises based in agriculture and natural resources add up to multibillion-dollar industries for the state of Louisiana. This handy pocket-sized publication provides details on Louisiana agriculture and natural resources, the number of farms and farmers and much more. (PDF format only) Louisiana Summary: Agriculture and Natural Resources [Image: Ag Summary] This book gives an accounting of the value of agriculture in Louisiana. It focuses on the animal, forestry, fisheries, plant and wildlife commodities that comprise our vital agricultural industry. This industry continues to contribute significantly to the state’s economy and has the potential for increased contributions through value-added processing.