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| Honeybee Removal and Swarm Collection Beekeepers who will remove honeybees from walls, structures and trees or collect swarms. Some will remove other bees and wasps. |
| [Image: New logo for Louisiana Master Farmer Program]The Louisiana Master Farmer Program The Louisiana Master Farmer Program helps agricultural producers voluntarily address the environmental concerns related to production agriculture, as well as enhancing their production and resource management skills that will be critical for the continued viability of Louisiana agriculture. |
| [Image: Biting Mosquito]Mosquito Landing Rate Counts As a part of a state-supported aerial mosquito spraying program coordinated by the Louisiana Department of Heath and Hospitals, mosquito landing rate counts are required before and after aerial spraying is conducted. |
| [Image: Red Imported Fire Ants Quiz]Fire Ant Quiz This interactive and fun quiz will challenge your knowledge of Red Imported Fire Ants. |
| [Image: Wildlife News]Louisiana Wildlife News Louisiana Wildlife News is a bi-monthly publication intended to serve as an outlet for wildlife issues relevant to Louisiana and the Southeast. In addition to current news events, profiles on specific plant, wildlife and nuisance wildlife species are included in each issue. |
| [Image: stormwater run-off]Stormwater Stormwater is the water that runs off the land following rains. It is the primary source of most of the water in our rivers and streams. |
| [Image: Composting- A Disposal Method for Fish Waste]Composting: A Disposal Method for Fish Waste Composting fish waste is a relatively new, practical and an environmentally sound alternative to disposing of fish waste. It is economical, fairly odorless and a biologically beneficial practice for seafood operations. This publication explains that a commitment to proper management of the compost bins is the key to successful composting. |
| Ignoring Hunter Safety Rules Causes Accidents Thousands of Louisianians enjoy hunting. Most hunt safely, but chances are that if an accident happens, it’s because someone ignored safety rules, says LSU AgCenter hunter safety expert Dr. Don Reed. |
| [Image: Managing Imported Fire Ants in Urban Areas]Managing Imported Fire Ants in Urban Areas Properly identifying the ant species is the first step in determining whether and how to control them. In this publication there are options for managing various kinds of imported fire ant problems. |
| [Image: Soil Erosion by Water]Soil Erosion By Water Discusses the causes and mitigations of soil erosion by water through a presentation created by the NRCS. |
| [Image: Pollution Prevention]Pollution Prevention Discusses and demonstrates ways to prevent pollution in water. |
| [Image: hunting doves]Managing Agricultural Areas for Migratory Bird Hunting 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) |
| [Image: bmp's]Construction Best Management Practices Demonstrates construction BMP's through various images and illustrations. Topics include: Erosion Control, Sediment Control and Stormwater Management on Construction Sites and Urban Areas. |
| [Image: Human Respiratory System]Sawmill Sawdust Particle Size vs. Potential Effects on Health There are some concerns that the sawdust produced at a sawmill might be to small and that it might affect respiratory health. This study analyzed particle size from 5 different machine centers in a hardwood sawmill with a microscope and concluded that minimum particle size was too large to be considered harmfull to the human respiratory system. It should be noted that this study did not examine the effects of sawdust with regards to the development of cancer cells in the human body. |
| [Image: Model Plan]Model Plan Demonstrates the construction pollution prevention plan through images, illustrations, and examples. |
| [Image: SWPPP]Elements of the Storm Water Management Plan Discusses the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) pertaining to storm water management on small construction sites. |
| [Image: Inspections and Maintenance]Inspections and Maintenance Discusses the inspections and maintenance associated with handling storm water on small constructon sites. |
| [Image: small hive beetles]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. |
| LSU AgCenter Entomologist Says Leave Hibiscus Mealybug Management To Experts Authorities are releasing a natural enemy of the pink hibiscus mealybug to try to bring this insect, which is a danger to both nursery and agricultural crops, under control, LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet said Tuesday (Oct. 10, 2006). |
| [Image: Static Pile Backyard Composting]Static Pile Backyard Composting Follow these 12 easy steps to make and maintain your compost pile. |
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| [Image: l]Help the AWCC Restore Wetlands at Avery Island AWCC member Micah Leonard is looking for volunteers to help restore a portion of the marshes in Avery Island, La. |
| Volunteer to Help Remove Invasive Tree Species The AWCC is looking for volunteers to help remove invasive tree species and clean up a bald cypress swamp. |
| Bug Biz: Twospotted Spider Mites in Strawberries The twospotted spider mite is one of the most persistent and damaging pest problems affecting strawberry production in Louisiana. Damage, description, life cycle, monitoring, control information and color photos included. Spanish version also included. |
| Louisiana ‘Master Farmers’ Lead the Nation Louisiana has stepped out ahead of all other states in the nation in helping farmers learn to voluntarily comply with stricter environmental regulations governing water quality. This has happened because of the LSU AgCenter’s Master Farmer Program. |
| Lincoln Parish Lincoln Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Plan for Managing Crazy Ants in Louisiana This article details the current interest in crazy ants: how to identify them, general information and how to manage them. |
| Chilli Thrips New invasive found in Louisiana. |
| Southeastern and Central AWCC Members There are more members than ever serving in southeast Louisiana |
| Argentine Ant Habitat This poster addresses habitat preferences and where Argentine ants can be found. |
| Southeast La. Members There are 10 members serving in southeast Louisiana ranging from Terrebone Parish to Plaquemines Parish. |
| How To Apply To The AWCC AmeriCorps Program The AWCC AmeriCorps Program is always looking for individuals that are willing to serve for 11 months and give back to their communities. If you are interested in becoming part of the program, feel free to download the more detailed "AWCC Position Description" and/or the "AWCC AmeriCorps Member Year 1 Application." |
| AWCC Hosts Booth at State Fair Come by the "World of Wonder" booth at the AgCenter's AgMagic booth at the State Fair of Louisiana. |
| Forest Investments: Risk and Return For an increasing number of forest landowners, a forest is an investment. Understanding the basics of forest investments is essential in planning for long-term maximum benefits. |
| Directory of Portable Sawmills Listing of portable sawmill manufacturers. Contact information can be used to purchase a unit or to get a listing of owners within viscinity. |
| LSU AgCenter Announces Forest Herbicide Workshop This workshop will offer a variety of topics related to the safe and proper application of herbicides in forest settings. Topics include cogongrass chemical controls, efficacy of chemical site preparation for first year competition control in plantations, eye protection when using herbicides, non-crop pine control and many others. |
| Boat Trailer Maintenance A trailer that breaks down on the road can ruin a good fishing trip. It is even worse if an accident results from the breakdown. To help prevent breakdowns, it is important to service your trailer regularly. Here are typical items to consider in establishing a maintenance program. (PDF Format Only) |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs, September 2009 Bugs of the month for September 2009 include: slugs, yellow jackets, stinging caterpillars, fire ants, love bugs, Green June beetles, loopers, Elongated Tree ants, armyworms, Diaprepes weevil. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs September 2008 bugs of the month |
| A Manual for Understanding and Preventing Water Pollution from Home Sources 12 topics covered include various practices that can contribute to non-point source pollution emanating from a home. Steps and practices are provided that can prevent non-point pollution from entering storm water runoff. |
| Model Beekeeping Ordinance for Louisiana Local and Municipal Governments This publication is intended to help local and municipal governments address potential concerns or problems between the public and beekeepers. (PDF Format Only) |
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| Standard Conditions, Scientific Collecting (wild birds): 50 CFR 21.23 Conditions Standard Conditions, Scientific Collecting (wild birds): 50 CFR 21.23 Conditions. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: May 2006 Until the recent rains we had little to talk about, but with the heavy rains and the showers, we are beginning to see movement in the insect populations. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: August 2006 The dry weather has given in to the rains, but the effects of the dry weather remain as some insect populations persist. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: June 2006 There are several aphid species being reported at this time. Nine other pests are also on the move this month. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: July 2006 We are seeing some replays on some pest and a few new ones. Pests covered this month include: Cinch bugs, fall army worms, cicadas, cicada killers, fire ants and yellow jackets. |
| Avery Island Restoration Planting Volunteers from across southern Louisiana met at Avery Island to help transplant marsh grass. |
| Conserve Water: North Louisiana campaign helps stem aquifer depletion “Reduce the use.” That’s the mantra of a water conservation campaign spearheaded by LSU AgCenter educators in north Louisiana, where people are dependent on the gradually disappearing Sparta Aquifer. |
| Northern Louisiana AWCC Members Wetland Conservation is not just a coastal issue. Check out the members serving in North Louisiana! |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs August 2009 The bugs of August 2009 include: Ensign wasps, Armyworms, Red-headed azalea caterpillars, Lantana lace bug, Asian hackberry aphid, Rose borer, Grape leaf skeletonizer. |
| Backyard Composting - Wastes to Resources Which composting system is right for you? Find the answers and more in this helpful guide to composting. (PDF Format Only) |
| Video: Felling and Skidding Video streams of felling and skidding activities and BMPs associated with felling and skidding |
| New Technologies Developed to Combat Formosan Subterranean Termites A grassy plant used worldwide for erosion control and a new pop-up termite indicator may provide new, environmentally safe weapons in the arsenal to combat subterranean termites. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs August 2008 Caterpillars and adults on shade trees and chinch bugs and parasitized armyworm. |
| AWCC Members Meet Governor AWCC members Ethan Graves and Alicia Scallan present Governor Jindall with bat boxes and wood duck boxes that will be used in later restoration projects. |
| 2009 Louisiana Master Farmer Program Field Days Field days and activities that fulfill Phase II requirement for the Louisiana Master Farmer Program. |
| 2006 Certified Master Farmers To date, 92 producers have completed the requirements for becoming Certified Master Farmers. |
| Newsletters The Master Farmer Newsletters are available to you online to keep you updated on the Master Farmer Program. |
| Site Preparation and Reforestation Video This video describes proper site preparation and reforestation best management practices, including reasons why proper site preparation and reforestation are so important. Included in the discussion are ground cover to minimize soil erosion and the environmental benefits of quickly establishing a new forest. |
| St. Landry Parish St. Landry Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Researchers Evaluating Grass For Levee Protection Scientists from the LSU AgCenter this week started planting grass as the first step in a research project designed to evaluate its ability to protect earthen levees on the Gulf Coast. The plant, which already is used widely for erosion control and is known to have some repellent qualities to termites, is vetiver grass. |
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| Honey Plants PowerPoint on spring honey and pollen sources. Among those included: White Dutch Clover, Vetch, Verbenia, Wisteria, Mint, Willow, American Buckwheat Vine, Tallow, Magnolia, Orange Citrus, Passion Vine, Black or Honey Locust, Crimson Clover, Sweet Clover. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs July 2008 Bugs of the month: Asian wooly aphid, Lubber grasshopper, June beetles, Crape myrtle aphids, Psocids, African honey bees, Orange dog caterpillar, Cicada killers. |
| Prescribed Burns Help the Sugarcane Industry and Reduce Smoke and Ash Problems The ability of farmers to burn sugarcane is a significant economic factor for the state’s sugarcane industry. Burning of sugarcane before harvest eliminates from 30 percent to 50 percent of the leafy trash (residue), which constitutes from 20 percent to 25 percent of the total weight of the plant. |
| Louisiana Smoke Management Guidelines for Sugarcane Harvesting These guidelines are intended to help manage smoke and ash from sugarcane prescribed burning operations to lessen their impact on public health and welfare. |
| Leak Detection and Repair Detecting and repairing leaks is one of the main components of water conservation. Old or poorly constructed pipelines, inadequate corrosion protection, poorly maintained valves and mechanical damage are some of the factors contributing to leakage. |
| Saving Water Outdoors There are may easy and practical ways to cut back our water use in our yards and gardens. |
| Conserving Water Indoors There are many things everyone can do to help conserve water when they are at home. |
| Community Water Loss Control Programs Water loss from a water distribution system is a significant factor affecting water delivery to customers. Water loss can be either apparent losses due to meter inaccuracies or unauthorized consumption, or real losses due to leakage at water service lines. |
| Cactus Moth New invasive that has been found in Louisiana. Information and pictures of this new pest. |
| Keeping Formosan Termites from Spreading after Hurricanes Cleaning up wood debris after a hurricane or other severe windstorm can spread one of Louisiana’s most destructive pests – the Formosan subterranean termite. |
| Parishes with Spreaders for Area-wide Programs Map showing parishes that have a spreader available for use in area wide application of fire ant baits. Listing of locations by parish that have implemented the area wide program. |
| Formosan Termites Swarming; Don’t Help Them Spread It’s the time of the year when Formosan subterranean termites swarm and spread their colonies. Humans help termites travel great distances when they move infested railroad ties, utility poles, lumber, landscaping timbers, potted plants, shipping crates, pallets, mobile homes, paper and other cellulose products. |
| Regional Pest Alert Scales The lobate lac scale, native to India and Sri Lanka, was first reported on hibiscus in Broward County, Florida, in 1999 and was found on several other hosts in Broward and Miami-Dade counties in 2000. The scale was found in six additional southern Florida counties by 2004, and it has rapidly become a major pest. This publication was produced and distributed by USDA–CSREES Integrated Pest Management Centers in cooperation with the National Plant Diagnostic Network, APHIS, and ARS. |
| What's The Buzz on Mosquitoes Fact Sheet Learn how you can Fight the Bite and be a Skeeter Buster |
| Distribution Of Africanized Honeybees In Louisiana This map shows where Africanized honeybees have been trapped by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 74 - November 2005 It’s been an exhausting year with all that has happened. We have the African honeybee in three parishes; we had hot, dry weather that reduced the honey crop; the price of honey went down; and we had not one but two hurricanes that tried to blow us all away or drown us. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 72 September 2005 Volume 72 provides information on the African honeybee movement into Louisiana, Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry district offices, The state beekeepers' meeting, the October field day at the USDA Bee Breeding and Physiology Laboratory and the State Fair honey competition. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 76 - November 2006 The winners of the 2006 honey competition competed in three categories: Light Honey, Amber Honey and Dark Honey. Due to the reduced number of entries, the competition will be discontinued at the state fair. The competition will be moved to the state beekeepers meeting if enough requests are made for it to continue. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 3: Fire Ants During Dry Seasons Fire ants may be an indoor problem during the dry season as they search for water and food. The mounds move below the surface but they will still forage for food during the cooler times of the day. |
| Protect Your Home from Termites Things to consider when constructing or renovating a home to protect your house from termites. |
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| Louisiana Pesticide Rules and Regulations A document containing the Louisiana Pesticide Rules and Regulations. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 71 March 2005 Provides Honeybee informatiom in Louisiana. Includes honey prices, pest control, bee hive registration information as well as information on swarms and removal of bees. |
| Distributors of Fire Ant Bait The public can order any fire ant bait through local hardware stores, nurseries or coop/feed stores. |
| Cost-Effective Methods for Cultural Control of Argentine Ants This poster addresses where Argentine Ants are found in Louisiana, as well as cost-effective ways to control them. |
| Homeowner Pesticides: Ornamentals & Turf This Web page examines the materials available to the homeowners for use on ornamentals and turf. |
| Permanent Forest Road BMPs Describes BMPs for location and planning of permanent forest roads. |
| Common Forestry, Soil and Wildlife Terms This publication will help you understand special terms and abbreviations commonly used in natural resource management. |
| Forest Road BMP Video--Road Maintenance Describes procedures to follow when constructing a road in a forest. |
| Forest Road BMPs--Forest Road Video Describes procedures to follow when constructing a road in a forest. |
| Forest Road BMPs--Road Construction Video Describes procedures to follow when constructing a road in a forest. |
| Drainage BMPs for Road Construction (Video 11/21/06) Discussions of forestry best managment practices related to drainage in building roads during harvest. (Running Time: 60 seconds) |
| The Sesquiterpenoid Nootkatone and the Absolute Configuration of a Dibromo Derivative The 3-dimensional structure of tetrahydronootkatone and nootkatone was determined. A description of our methods and results are provided. |
| Termimesh This article describes a stainless steel mesh that may be used as a barrier preventing termites from entering structures around specific routes of entry . |
| Links Provides additional links for information on termites. |
| Formosan Subterranean Termite Identification & Biology One important key for successful management of a pest is to identify it. This publication can help you differentiate between ants and the dry-wood and subterranean termites that are pests in Louisiana. It also contains specific information on Formosan subterranean termites. |
| Have you seen this insect? Help discover locations where the Formosan subterranean termite is not known to exist. |
| Integrated Pest Management of Termites and Other Wood Attacking Organisms: A Louisiana Perspective Considerations on integrated pest management of termites and other wood attacking organism are presented in depth. |
| Forest Operations Planning: Evaluation of Topographic Maps Topographic maps defined and described, including scale, relief and slope. |
| Chemical Control of Argentine Ants This poster discusses background of Argentine Ants, baits that are cheap and effective for indoor use, and outdoor ant control. |
| Forest Wetlands Overview, Benefits, Functions, and Best Management Practices Benefits and functions of wetlands, what qualifies as "normal silvicultural activities," established silvicultural operations, section 404 permits, legal definition of wetlands and planning forest operations in wetland areas. |
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| How can I tell if I have Formosan termites in my house? Learn how to inspect and treat your home for Formosan subterranean termites. |
| Stump Removal from Home Grounds Most homeowners enjoy the presence of beautiful trees in their yards; however, when these trees must be removed, unsightly stumps remain. Quick, easy and cheap methods to remove these stumps do not exist, but here are some helpful tips on what can be done. |
| Prescribed Burning Describes best management practices for prescribed burning, why it is an important silvicultural tool and what to avoid when conducting prescribed burns. |
| Revegetation Best management practices for revegetation as well as equipment maintenance and litter. |
| Landings, Log Decks and Sets Best management practices for logging landings, decks and sets and what to avoid. |
| Deer Stands Responsible For Many Hunting-related Accidents Guns are not responsible for the biggest percentage of hunting-related accidents in Louisiana, according to the LSU AgCenter’s hunting safety expert, who says that distinction goes to deer stands Dr. Don Reed says hunters should check their stands for safety prior to hunting. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs June 2008 Ants and insects of the month: Crazy raspberry ants, Caribbean crazy ant, Crazy ants, Paratrechina longicornis, leaf-cutting ant, Atta texana, Pharaoh ants, Monomorium pharaonis, Argentine ant, Linepithyema humile, Carpenter ants, Camponotus, Spider mites, Fall web worms, River birch sawfly, Citrus psyllid |
| Road Specifications - recommendations A simple list of recommended specifications for forest roads. |
| Temporary Forest Roads BMPs for temporary forest roads. |
| Forest Road Specifications - Wing Ditches Wing ditches defined, their use, where and how they are applied, and recommended specifications. |
| Forest Roads Overview This article describes a forest road system and provides best management practices for locating and constructing roads, as well as what to avoid. |
| Pre-Harvest Planning Introduction to timber harvesting operations and best management practices related to planning for a timber harvest. |
| Streamside Management Zones (SMZs) Streamside Management Zones defined, their benefits, why they are used and BMPs for streamside management to help protect water quality. |
| Visual Examples of Streamside Management Zones Aerial views of Streamside Management Zones. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs June 2009 Insects of the month for June 2009. |
| Felling and Skidding Techniques BMPs for felling and skidding logs and what to avoid. |
| Evaluation of Aerial Photos Aerial photographs defined, what they provide, and where they can be found. |
| Evaluation of Soil Maps Soil maps defined and how they are used. |
| Basic Nest Biology and Structure of Argentine Ants Linepithema humile (Mayr), the Argentine ant, is an important invasive species that has great impact on agriculture, urban and natural environments worldwide. This poster discusses the basic nest biology and structure of the Argentine Ants. |
| Louisiana's Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Facts A TMDL is a pollution budget for a specific waterbody (river, lake, stream, etc.). It is the maximum amount of a pollutant that can be released into a waterbody without causing the waterbody to become impaired and/or violate state water quality standards. Information on point and nonpoint sources and the history of TMDLs is included. |
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| Additional Water Quality Links Links to other useful sources on water quality. |
| Deer in the Landscape With suburban sprawl continuing to invade wildlife habitat, many gardeners have come face to face with a new reality, the white-tailed deer. |
| Forage Species: Range, Description and Life History Forage species are primarily stocked in private waters throughout the Southeast as a food source for largemouth bass and other predator species. Unfortunately, the ideal forage species for all management situations does not exist. Therefore, managers often attempt to maximize largemouth bass production by stocking a multi-forage base. In many southeastern states, private landowners must rely on private hatcheries as sources for appropriate forage species. |
| Faculty Contact information on the faculty associated with water quality. |
| Hire an Arborist for Residential Tree Needs Sound stewardship of urban and community trees includes employing the services of arborists to help maintain their health and vitality. This article provides the homeowner tips on finding and hiring a tree care professional for your residential tree care needs. |
| Graded Lumber Must be Used to Build Residential Homes in Louisiana In Louisiana, lumber used for construction of a building must have a grade stamp. This is used to predict a maximum allowable load capacity. A separate moisture-content stamp is also present on most lumber purchased from wholesale and retail distributors. Typically, most pine umber is kiln dried to 19% moisture content, which is advisable for home construction. |
| Fire Ant Mounds at St. Gabriel Research Station Brief summary informing people of the abundance of fire ant mounds in pastures at the St. Gabriel Research Station. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs, May 2009 Bugs for the month of May 2009. We are getting hot and wet, and we are beginning to see some serious insect problems. |
| Portrait of an Estuary This publication inventories the functions and values of the Barataria-Terrebonne Estuary System at the interface of the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico, and it chronicles the serious plight of landscape deterioration facing its inhabitants. |
| LSU AgCenter sponsors 2nd biodiesel workshop June 2-3 in Baton Rouge (Distributed 05/07/09) BATON ROUGE, La. – Due to demand, the LSU AgCenter is hosting a second two-day advanced workshop on how to make your own biodiesel fuel from used vegetable oil on June 2-3 at the Callegari Environmental Center. “Like the one in April, this is an advanced workshop and different from the workshops we offered in 2008,” said Bill Carney, LSU AgCenter environmental educator. |
| LSU AgCenter can help with pond management (Distributed 05/05/09) SHREVEPORT, La. – The LSU AgCenter can help people with managing their ponds, Dr. Greg Lutz, an AgCenter aquaculture specialists, said April 27 at the AgCenter’s Red River Research Station. |
| Louisiana Natural Resources Symposium scheduled July 16-17 in Baton Rouge (Distributed 05/05/09) The LSU AgCenter will host the third Louisiana Natural Resources Symposium July 16-17, 2009, at the Lod Cook Conference Center and Hotel on the LSU campus in Baton Rouge. |
| Volunteer Opportunity in New Orleans The AWCC is looking for volunteers to help restore City Park New Orleans any day between May 11-15. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs - May 2008 Bugs to watch for in May |
| Improving Farm Effluent Water Quality with a Constructed Wetland The use of a constructed wetland to improve effluent water quality is a potentially valuable tool for agriculture in Louisiana. |
| Bee Ready vol. 78 Information about studies on CCD. |
| West Nile Virus - A Mosquito-Borne Disease in Louisiana Facts and information on the West Nile virus and how it's affecting Louisiana. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs April 2009 Bugs of the month |
| 27 Farmers Earn Certified Master Farmer Status Twenty-seven farmers, including three couples, joined an elite group of 92 that have been certified as Louisiana Master Farmers. The 27 were recently honored at a luncheon held at the Annual Meeting of the Louisiana Association of Conservation Districts in January 2009. |
| Who needs the Beach?! Spend spring break with AWCC College students from California and Vermont volunteer with the AWCC to help restore Bayou St. John. |
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| Volunteer to help the AWCC Restore Marsh The AWCC will be leading a group of volunteers plant marsh grass at Big Branch National Wildlife Refuge near Lacombe, LA. |
| Members in Action! AWCC Members Justin Trahan and Ethan Graves put on great projects! |
| Pitching in to Help 4-H Camp AWCC AmeriCorps members partnered with AmeriCorps members from ULL to help with a variety of renovation projects at 4-H Camp Grant Walker. |
| Lafayette Members Teach Fishing Clinic Three AWCC members serving in Lafayette assisted with a 4-H fishing clinic |
| East Carroll Parish East Carroll Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Morehouse Parish Morehouse Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Richland Parish Richland Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Evangeline Parish Evangeline Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Concordia Parish Concordia Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Efforts Under Way To Prevent Spread Of Formosan Subterranean Termites In Mulch From Louisiana Following Hurricanes Katrina And Rita Efforts are under way to prevent the spread of Formosan subterranean termites in mulch from New Orleans and Louisiana following hurricanes Katrina and Rita. It is true that there is a lot of cellulose debris (wood, paper and their products) in Louisiana following these two hurricanes. |
| Quarantine On Wood, Cellulose Material After Hurricanes Katrina And Rita The commissioner of agriculture in Louisiana imposed a quarantine for the Formosan subterranean termite on October 3, 2005, in Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. The Formosan subterranean termite is the most destructive insect in Louisiana. |
| LSU AgCenter Expert Suggests Evaluating Termite Treatments After Hurricanes Owners of South Louisiana property affected by last year’s hurricanes may need to evaluate the termite protection for their homes and other buildings but won’t necessarily need to treat again, according to an entomologist with the LSU AgCenter. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs, March 2009 Insects for March: Buck moths, Eastern tent caterpillars, Forest tent caterpillars, Tussock moths, Varied carpet beetles, Mites, White flies, Scales. |
| Marsh Maneuvers Helps Young People Learn About Valuable Coastal Resources Marsh Maneuvers may sound like a covert operation – particularly since it involves a group of hand-picked high school students spending five days on a private island. |
| Formosan Subterranean Termite Damage and Detection Most people are aware of the damage fire and severe weather can do to their homes, but many overlook the threat of termites. Photos of termite damage and signs of termite infestation are included in this publication, which covers Formosan subterranean termites and other subterranean termites. |
| Master Farmer Curriculum Master Farmer Curriculum information including classroom instruction, certification program activities, and development of conservation plans. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Development Center Newsletter: Winter 2004 Articles in this issue of the newsletter include: LFPDC Enhances Economic Development in Louisiana; An Integrated Market-based Methodology for Value-added Solid Wood Products Sector Economic Development; Metafore, LSU AgCenter team up in Tropics; Properties of Bagasse Fiberboard Studied; First Memorial Lecture Features First Grad Student; Guide to Raised Floor Systems Now Available; LFPDC Researchers Look at Sugarcane Rind as a Raw Material for Composite Panels. |
| Louisina Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: April 1995 Articles in this newsletter include: Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory is Up and Running, Helping Louisiana Producers to Promote their Products, LFPL at Louisiana Tech University, SERBEP Study Yields Unexpected Result, Knowing Your Accidents, Software for the Rough Mill. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: Winter 1999 In this issue, we present the following articles: Grant Awarded for Employment, Development Study; Research on Environmental Certification Finished; Causes & Analysis of Warp in Overlaid Furniture Panels; Third Annual 3-Day Lumber Drying Workshop to be Held February 24-26 in Baton Rouge; Hardwood Workshop Set for Louisiana Tech. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: Spring 2002 Articles in this issue include: Developing Termite-resistant Structural Wood-based Panels from Southern Wood Species, LSU School of Forestry Adopts New Name, Formosan Subterranean Termite-resistant Wood-based Materials Under Investigation, Marketing Program Helps Louisiana Producers, Accident Analysis Saves Lives in Logging Industry, Can Decommissioned CCA-Treated Wood Be Used for Structural Flakeboard? |
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| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: Spring 1999 Newsletter articles: Training Programs for Louisiana's Forest Products Industries Needed, New Study on Employment and Training Needs in the Louisiana Value-Added Wood Products Industry, LSU Forestry Club Students Go to Forestry Conclave, LFPL Researchers Turning Louisiana's Wood and Ag Residues into Fire Logs. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: October 1997 Articles in this issue of the newsletter include: FRA Gulf-States Forest Products International Trade Center (GULFPIC), Louisiana Style of Log Yard Profile, Studies on Oriented Strand Board, A Farewell Message to Dr. Rado Gazo. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: May 1996 Articles in this issue include: A Call For Action For Louisiana Forest Products Industry Develoment, Opportunity for Horizontal Diversification in Manufacturing Value-Added Wood Products, Studies on Warping Behavior of Overlaid Particleboards. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: June 1997 Articles in this issue are: LFPL Steering Committee Helps Set Path For Year 2000, Controlling Wood Moisture Content to Prevent Panel Warping, Linking Resource Characteristics to Product Characteristics, Louisiana Value-Added Wood Products Industry Report Now Available, A Softer Way to Harvest Timber. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: January 1998 Articles covered in this issue of the newsletter include: Workshop on Water Quality, Hardwood Workshop at Louisiana Tech., Welfare Reform and Forest Products Industry Development in Louisiana, The Second Annual Lumber Drying Workshop, Worldwide Concern of Resource Quality. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: Fall 2002 Articles in this newsletter include: How We Touch Louisiana, Description of the Expertise of the Forest Products Laboratory, Combined Efforts to Develop Termite Field Site, Using Near Infra Red Spectra to Link Wood and Genetic Properties. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: Fall 1998 Newsletter articles: Research Initiative on Wood-Based Panel Products Funded; Drying Operation Analysis; Touching Base With the Louisiana Forest Products Lab; Workshop on Cooperative Extension; List of Research Briefs, Visual Productions, Working Papers, Fact Sheets, and other Reports; Wood Products Research Offers Plan to Boost Northwest Louisiana Economy. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Newsletter: December 1996 The following articles are presented in this issue of the newsletter: Unified Efforts, Governor's Forest Products Industry Task Force, New Extension Service Employee, Accidents Rate: Are we Measuring the Wrong Thing?, Louisiana Forest Products Laboratory Conducts Marketing Study in Northwest Louisiana, Lumber Drying Workshop and Small Wood Products Business Workshop. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Development Center: Newsletter Winter 2005 Articles include: Director’s Message, Storm Clean up?, Experts Say Forest Management Requires Environmental Component, CBIT works with LFPDC on Supply Chain Initiative and Web Site, Process Holds Promise For Recycling Pressure Treated Wood, Forest Products Economic Development Update, Mechanical Forest Fuel Reduction vs. Burn-Only, Tax Incentive Programs Offered for Louisiana Companies. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Development Center Newsletter: Winter 2007-2008 Articles in this issue include: LFPDC Director’s Message, Rutherford Named New Director of the School of Renewable Natural Resources, Vlosky Participates in Forest Products Marketing Capacity Building in Europe, LFPDC Receives $170,000 Grant to Build Extrusion Capability, Value-Added Wood Products Extension at LFPDC, LFPDC Hires New Value added Extension Faculty, Vlosky Named to Louisiana Forestry Association Board, Fragmentation Challenging Louisiana Forests Owners. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Development Center Newsletter: Winter 2006-2007 The following articles are presented in this issue: Director’s Message, Preliminary Investigation of Bio-composites Fabricated From Liquefied Wood/Phenol/Formaldehyde Co-condensation Resin, Nanoassembly on Recycled Fibers to Improve Resource Utilization, Using GPS to Document Skidder Motions, Unprecedented Economic Development Opportunities, Roy O. Martin Lumber Company and Martco Limited Partnership Experience With FSC Certification. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Development Center Newsletter: Spring 2003 Articles in this issue include: Extension Expands Reach of Louisiana Forest Products Development Center, We Have a New Name, Chancellor Holds Industry Roundtable on Louisiana Forest Sector Development, Lumber Quality and Lumber Yields at Small Lumber Processing Operations, Wood-based Composites Research at the LFPDC, LFPDC Celebrates 10th Anniversary, Formosan Subterranean Termite Product Testing. |
| Louisiana Forest Products Development Center Newsletter: Fall 2003 Articles in this issue of the newsletter include: Director's Message, LFPDC Has First and Second Place Award Winners, Engineered Wood Composite Program on the Run, Wood Products Extension Programming, E-Commerce Opportunity for Wood Products, An Economic Opportunity for Reducing Forest Fuels, Vlosky to Lead UNECE Marketing Team, Treated Wood Research Series. |
| Louisiana Forest Product Development Center Newsletter: Spring 2004 This issue contains: Director’s Message; Chitosan-metal Complex Helps Protect Engineered Wood Products; Louisiana Launches Forest Sector Economic Development Web Site; Input-Output Applications to Forest Product Sector Development; Forest Product Activities at Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry; LSU AgCenter Establishes Center; "Meet" our Graduate Students, Research Associates, Post-docs, and Visiting Students and Professors. |
| Broadcast Baits for Fire Ant Control A Southern IPM Center publication. When choosing a broadcast bait to control imported fire ants, consumers and professional pesticide applicators face a confusing array of brand names and active ingredients with varying product performances. This guide addresses common concerns about broadcast baits to help consumers and professionals choose products that best fit their needs and situations. (PDF Format Only) |
| Skeeter Buster Activity Lesson Lesson activity for 4th-12th graders on fighting off mosquitoes. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 4: Fire Ant Bait All fire ant baits work very well when applied according to the label instructions. The way a fire ant bait works depends on the active ingredient in the bait. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 5: How Fire Ants Move Fire Ants move long distances through the transport of potted plants, soil and sod. Fire ants spread by producing new queens and colony movement from unacceptable site due to flooding or other disturbances. |
| Louisiana Mosquito Abatement Plan Because of the impact of mosquitoes in Louisiana on humans and domestic and wild animals, the negative effect on tourism and especially their potential as carriers of organisms that cause diseases, the first mosquito abatement districts were established in the early 1960s. Since then, with the help of the Louisiana Mosquito Control Association (LMCA) and the Louisiana State University Agricultural Center (AgCenter) entomologists, several other parishes have established mosquito control programs |
| U.S Markets for Certified and Non-Certified Hardwood Tropical Forest Products In this study, we research US imports of tropical hardwood. The results indicate that the U.S. imports 161 different species of tropical hardwoods, 20 percent from Africa, 43 percent from Asia, and 37 percent from Latin America. However, importers are often resistant to market new tropical wood species as it is difficult to introduce new species that compete with species currently accepted in the market. |
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| The Digital Divide: Implications For African Business Development. In this research, we studied the implications of digital divide for African business development. We conclude that in order for the digital divide to be closed in Africa, the importance of the Internet and why it is needed has to win the hearts and minds of Africans. |
| Participatory Forest Sector Development in Honduras. This paper highlights the success of LSU AgCenter and Honduras Participatory Forest Sector Development program. We conclude that success of development projects such as this will be measured in the future by the ability to encourage environmentally sound forest management practices and sustainable growth of the forest based industry sector. |
| Inter-Organizational Information and Communication Technology Adoption in the Business-to-Business Interface This paper empirically tests a theoretical model that makes the connection between organizational resources and capabilities and successful IICT adoption. Results suggest that, in addition to a robust information technology (IT) infrastructure, investment in organizational change management, the ability to sense changes in the technology environment, development of managerial IT knowledge, and a culture of freely shared internal information are key to a company's IICT development. |
| Inter-Organizational Information and Communication Technology (IICT): in the Customer Interface. In this study, we investigate four dimensions of customer interface IICT adoption. Our findings indicate that customer interface IICT adoption can improve information sharing with customers, reduce operational inefficiencies along the value chain, enhance the competitive position in the market, and deepen customer relationships. Business impacts were perceived to be positive across all tested constructs. |
| Influences of Government Interventions on Increase Value-Added Wood Product Exports from Ghana The findings of this research indicate that a reduction in air-dried lumber production in Ghana was significantly and negatively related to imposition of the air-dry levy but had no significant relationship with raw material levels. It was further observed that products that are processed further downstream, including rotary and plywood, could not be significantly affected by the strategies. |
| Bridging the Rural/Urban Digital Divide. In this study, we studied how the Rural/Urban Digital Divide could be bridged. We conclude that internet is becoming an invaluable tool for development. However, there is a challenge of how to ensure that all participants, industrialized and developing, urban and rural, rich and poor, and all races benefit from this technology. America should strive to turn the digital divide into digital opportunities to maintain economic growth. |
| A Strategic Overview of the Forest Sector in Ghana In this research, we studied Ghana's wood products sector and its competitiveness in the international wood products market. Our conclusions are that Ghana’s wood products industry can be competitive if changes are implemented collectively and in a coordinated and cooperative fashion by all stakeholders. These changes include improving processes and procedures in wood products value and supply chains and taking a more proactive approach in resource utilization and creating effective market. |
| A Regional Comparison of Scholarship and Service in Cooperative Extension. In this study, we surveyed U.S. Extension professionals on their employment experiences and personal perceptions about scholarship and service. Further, we segmented the results by U.S. census region to identify similarities and differences between regions. Overall, respondents receive satisfaction more important than scholarship in their jobs. |
| A History of the Harvesting Practices Used in the Cypress Swamps of the Southern United States 1700-1960. In this research, we study the history of the various processes of harvesting, skidding and transportation practices used in the Cypress Swamps of the Southern United States. |
| Evaluating Slope Definition and importance of planning for slope in land features. Estimating slope. Other sources of slope information |
| Recap and Reviews Master Farmer phase 1 recap and reviews. |
| Powerpoint Presentations Master Farmer national curriculum PowerPoint presentations |
| 2009 Outstanding Master Farmer Named The Louisiana Master Farmer Program awarded its first annual Outstanding Master Farmer award at the Louisiana Association of Conservation Districts annual convention on January 8, 2009. A certified Master Farmer who has shown dedication to agriculture, conservation, and his profession is chosen for this award . |
| Acadia Parish Acadia Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Contact Contact information about the Master Farmer Program. |
| Private Landowners' Guide to Forest Certification in the South This paper seeks to provide guidance, understanding and reasons why private landowners should consider forest certification. It is also a useful source of information on types of certification systems available to date and more importantly the steps necessary to follow to achieve certification. |
| East Baton Rouge Parish East Baton Rouge Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| AWCC Members Help Out With Youth Wetlands Week On February 15, 2009, AWCC Members at the 4H Mini Barn in Baton Rouge to help pack supply boxes for the 2009 Youth Wetlands Week. |
| AWCC Members Bond at Ropes Course On February 14, 2009, AWCC members got to know each other and wetlands! Members participated in the high ropes course at the LSU University Recreation Complex. |
| Agriculture: Multibillion Dollar Industry for Louisiana 2008 Issue: Agriculture is a multibillion dollar industry for Louisiana -- creating jobs and generating income in rural and urban areas. This publication contains facts about Louisiana's agricultural commodities, agriculture's monetary value, what agriculture is and what agriculture means to you. |
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| New Orleans Flooding Could Slow Termite Spread Termites can’t hold their breath forever, although they have a capacity to live under water for a significant amount of time, according to a world-renowned termite expert. That means termites in areas flooded by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina may not be as prevalent as they have been for a while – offering a small grain of good news among the massive destruction. |
| Bug Biz: Carpenter Bees This publication includes information on the identification and management of carpenter bees. |
| Mosquito-borne Diseases of Veterinary Importance in Louisiana Dr. Maxwell Lea of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of 3 mosquito-borne diseases afflicting animals in Louisiana: Canine Heartworm Disease, Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis (Sleeping Sickness) and West Nile Virus. |
| Bugs, Bugs,Bugs February 2008 Bugs of the month. |
| Registration Form Provides instructions for downloading registration forms in PDF format. Return the completed registration form to your county agent's office or parish NRCS office. |
| Evaluation of Drainage Area This article describes the planning-stage process of evaluating of a drainage area or watershed prior to initating a forestry-related activity. |
| Aquaculture Production Best Management Practices This list of BMPs (Best Management Practices) is a guide for the selection and implementation of those practices that will help producers to conserve soil and protect water and air resources by reducing pollutants from reaching both surface and ground water. |
| Insect Repellents People who work or play outdoors are often attacked by numerous species of insects, ticks and mites. If you choose or are required to be outside when insects are active, use a repellent. This publication explains how repellents are chemical substances that protect people from insect attack by making the body unattractive or offensive to insects. A repellent does not have to kill insects to be effective, although it may. |
| About the Master Farmer Program The Louisiana Master Farmer Program is an effort to demonstrate that agricultural producers can and will voluntarily reduce the impact that agricultural production has on Louisiana’s environment. |
| Lawmakers Approve Master Farmer Legislation (Distributed 05/22/03) Louisiana farmers moved one step closer to having a chance at official certification as Master Farmers this week.Louisiana Senate passed HB 1827 Monday (May 19) provides for official state certification of those who complete the LSU AgCenter’s Master Farmer educational program. |
| Louisiana Sugarcane Burning Why is the sugarcane industry important to Louisiana? Why do farmers burn sugarcane in the first place? What are the benefits of burning sugarcane? Find these answers and more. |
| Help the AWCC Install Christmas Tree Fencing AWCC to Intall Christmas Tree Sand Fences |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs -- February 2009 Bugs of February |
| Bug Biz: Wireworms This publication includes a description of wireworms and explains the importance and types of injuries they can cause to your trees. It also includes information on their life history, habits and methods of control. |
| Pier & Beam Construction Pier and beams construction can make temite tubes visible if good contruction techniques are followed |
| Splash!: Ocean Commotion 2008 Ocean Commotion 2008 was a splash of a time! About 8 AWCC members from around the state converged into the Pete Maravich Assembly Center at LSU in order to help promote saving America's Wetlands. Elementary and middle school children from around the state got to see the different types of wetland ecosytems in Louisiana. Some adventurous kids also got to experience the wonders of marsh mud! |
| Christmas Trees - Different Local Species and their Maintenance This article discuses the Christmas Tree farm industry in general, then describes the most common tree species found in Louisiana, and gives some tips on choosing the right tree and keeping it healthy. |
| Bug Biz: Fire Ants The red imported fire ant, a Louisiana resident since the early 1950s, can be a painful pest or a beneficial friend. Depending on your situation, you may want to manage these ants or simply let them go about their helpful way. Eradication vs. management of the fire ant is discussed in this fact sheet. |
| Bug Biz: Managing Argentine Ants in Louisiana The Argentine ant, an exotic species brought to New Orleans from South America in the late 1800s, is found throughout the state after being transported in nursery stock and by cars, boats and RVs. Their huge colonies, with millions of workers and hundreds of queens, extend for miles. Identifying characteristics, areawide management and cultural controls incuded. |
| Little Black Ant Management in Structures Identification, biology, and treatment of Little Black Ants. |
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| Tetramorium bicarinatum: Pavement Ants Identification, biology and treatment of pavement ants |
| Bed Bugs Information on biology and management of Cimex lectularius. |
| Elongate Twig Ant Identification, biology and treatment of the elongate twig ant. |
| Acrobat Ant Acrobat ants, Crematogaster spp., are small (2-4mm) ants that appear to be all the same size. The abdomen is heart-shaped when viewed from above and the heads are round. |
| eBusiness in the United States Forest Products Industry in the Year 2000. The study discussed in this paper, conducted in 2000, indicates that overall growth of Internet use in the wood forest products industry in the United States is expected to increase in 2001. Larger firms, typically lead technology adopters, are predominant users of the Internet for eBusiness and are more likely to continue to be predominant eBusiness technology implementers in the future. |
| Exploring Age-Related Environmental Attitudes in the Context of Wood Product Certification. The purpose of this paper is to explore the relationship between age and environmental perceptions. The context is environmental issues and “green certification” in the forest product industry. We conclude that most of the differences that are due to age and gender may be due to income and class or culture. |
| A Model of the Impact of Corporate Culture on Information Technology Adoption. This paper describes a model that examines how corporate culture impacts IT adoption. Future research will include testing the model in the forest products industrial sector in the United States. |
| A Review of the Forestry Sector in Ghana Over the past decade, the Ghana timber industry has experienced major changes that have subjected the industry to severe pressure regarding raw material availability and a struggle for efficient use of limited available timber. This research evaluates the impact of government interventions in the forest product trade and the marketing implications. |
| Electronic Data Interchange And Buyer-Supplier Relationships. In this research, we study Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and buyer-supplier relationship. This paper presents the report of the study. Some of our conclusions are that forest products companies that have developed good working long-term relationships with home center customers are likely to have difficulties in adapting EDI into their business. |
| A 2002 Update on Internet Use in the U.S. Lumber Industry. This study was undertaken to update the knowledge base on adoption of Internet-based information technologies in the U.S lumber industry. Results indicate that respondents that adopted Internet-technologies did so because they found them to be an important tool in conducting business and in meeting their corporate needs. |
| Some Legal Aspects of Timber Sale Contracts. In this research, we studied the legal aspects and the various relevant clauses of a timber sale contract. We conclude that while a good contract is important, it is no substitute for being present at the work site. The landowner should walk the tract with the logger before commencement of the operations and visit the site often during harvesting. This way, problems can be prevented, and both parties will be much more satisfied. |
| Some Measured Levels of Noise Produced by Logging Equipment in 1998. This paper reports the results of some informal sound level readings made of the logging industry. |
| Certification: Perceptions of Non-Industrial Private Forestland Owners in Louisiana. This study identifies Louisiana non-industrial private forest landowner attitudes toward forestry certification. The result of the studies identified that NIPF goals and objectives for their forestland are diverse. In the context of forest certification, initiatives are being developed by certifiers to accommodate the unique ownership characteristics of NIPFs. |
| eBusiness in the Pulp & Paper Industry: A Comparison of the United States & Canada. A study was conducted in 1999 to study eBusiness in the pulp and paper industry in the United States and Canada. This study indicates that Canadian and U.S. pulp and paper respondents were fairly evenly matched in Internet implementation in 1998. They had similar concerns and faced similar impediments. This report presents the main study findings. |
| An Exploratory Study of the Use of Lumber, OSB, Plywood, LVL, PSL AND LSL As Raw Materials in the Furniture and Cabinet Industries in the Southern United States. The objectives of this study were to examine the use of some lesser-used wood-based inputs and to determine their selection criteria by furniture and cabinet manufacturers in the Southern United States. In this research we found that no respondents used OSB (oriented strandboard). Respondents in all industry sectors studied said that they planned to increase usage of lumber and plywood. We also found that the main reason respondents are not using OSB, LVL, PSL and LSL is customer objections. |
| Using The Internet to Bring Remote Sensing to Your Desktop. This paper presents an overview of key drivers which are going to bring wide spread usage of remote sensing in the forest products industry. The article also discusses reasons behind the surge of interest in remote sensing, surveys its present status in the industry, and attempts to envision the short- and medium-term future. |
| A Market Analysis of the Ready-To-Assemble Furniture Industry. In this paper, we discuss the results of Ready-To-Assemble (RTA) furniture market research which was conducted to better understand the current dynamics in this furniture sector. Within the furniture industry, the RTA furniture segment is a high growth segment which is likely to continue to outperform most other segments in the industry. We conclude that for individual manufacturers to succeed, quality, pricing and, above all, design has to be progressive and competitive. |
| Major Logging Injuries in Louisiana: Nature and Trends 1985-1998 In this report we provide some statistical information on the nature and scope of occupational injuries in the logging industry in Louisiana from 1985 through 1998.The data presented in this report are based on reportable claims (fatality, a permanent disability, or a disability resulting in more than 7 lost calendar days) which were received by the Office of Workers' Compensation between 1985 and 1998 for employees covered under the Louisiana Workers' Compensation Act. |
| Some Thoughts on eCommerce in the US Paper Industry. In this research, we studied how the paper industry makes use of E-commerce. We conclude that the paper industry is aware of the potential gains to be made by creating an effective supply chain management systems communicating through the Internet. E-commerce has provided new applications for use in the paper industry customer interface including e-marketplaces, EDI connections and papiNet. |
| Is Stewardship Certification? In our previous study, the NIPF of Louisiana indicated that Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) would be most acceptable to them as a certifying agency. A key question remained, however: Is the approach currently utilized by the LDAF to implement Stewardship an equivalent surrogate for certification? This research attempts to answer that question by comparing the Louisiana Forest Stewardship Program with the guidelines of four sustainable forest management standards. |
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| Exploring Marketing Orientation Influences on Internet Adoption in the U.S. Lumber Industry Successful Internet-based business practice adoption and implementation is contingent on a number of factors. In this paper, we examine the influence of corporate culture on Internet adoption. Although not all results were statistically significant, all were directionally as hypothesized with a high marketing orientation being more positively correlated to perceived Internet implementation effectiveness. |
| A Model of Extranet Implementation Success Effects on Business Performance. The eBusiness revolution is impossible to ignore. It has transformed businesses in virtually every industry and reshaped the global economy. In this study, we research to further describe factors that influence the success of an extranet implementation in business. |
| Attitudes and Awareness about Treated Wood Products: The U.S. South Homeowner Perspective. In this study we looked at US South homeowner awareness of treated wood issues and their perceptions about using treated wood indifferent possible applications in and around their homes. Although there was some confusion among respondents on what types and brands of treatments exist in the marketplace, there appears to be a bright future for treated wood in homebuilding and remodeling application in the US South. |
| The Forest Sector in Ecuador: The Current Situation and a Framework for Sustainable Development The forest sector is an important component of the economy of Ecuador. This paper discusses the current situation of the forest sector and a planning framework that can contribute to crafting national policies to promote a sustainable forest sector for Ecuador. |
| United States Paper Buyer & Supplier Perceptions of Using eIntermediaries. The objective of this study was to compare paper supplier and buyer perceptions regarding using eIntermediaries to conduct business. Results indicate that paper buyer and supplier respondent attitudes and expectations regarding the use of eIntermediaries do not differ significantly. In addition, neither group has a strong desire to use eIntermediaries. |
| A History of Forest Certification. At present, there are several leading certification programs in operation. This paper reviews the history of forest certification, development of different certification schemes, their progress and current issues. |
| A Current Overview of Forest Products Certification. In this research, a study was conducted on the major certification schemes currently in operation. A comparison of these schemes was made. Analysis of the principles applied by these schemes was also made while certified areas by the various schemes was also identified and presented as part of our comparison of the schemes. |
| An Exploratory Study of U.S. Home Builder and ArchitectUse of Tropical Hardwoods The objective of this study was to determine U.S. home builder and architect use of tropical hardwood products. The results of the study indicate that just under half of respondents are engaged in purchasing or specifying tropical hardwood products and that, for the most part, tropical hardwoods account for a small percentage of wood product purchases by US home builders. |
| A Guide for Integrated Pest Management of Termites There are about 2,500 species of termites worldwide. Although only about 2% are frequent invaders of wood structures used by humans, termites must be managed because they can and will cause great damage. This publication includes information on how to manage them. Only available in pdf format. |
| Herbicide Application for the Small Landowner An easy-to-understand guide for the forest landowner seeking to apply herbicides to pest tree species on his or her property. |
| Domestic Birds, Poultry Not Likely to Harbor Encephalitis Viruses The chances of poultry and other domestic birds acquiring mosquito-transmitted encephalitis viruses are relatively low, according to an LSU AgCenter expert, who says you also can take precautions to further reduce that risk. |
| How U.S. Forest Products Exporters Use the World Wide Web. In this working paper we examine the use of the World Wide Web by primary wood products exporters. The study discovered that respondents used the Web mostly for promotion activities. The study also found that currently, multilingual Web sites are not likely to be more successful in reaching their objectives than English-only Web sites. |
| Extranets: A Comparison of the U.S. Forest Products Industry and Other U.S. Industries. This paper compares the use of extranets between the forest products industry and other U.S. business sectors. Extranets are secure networks that electronically link companies over the Internet. Results of the study indicate that the forest products industry uses extranet-based business applications with less frequency than other industrial sectors, receives fewer benefits and has greater concerns from using this business tool. |
| An Exploratory Analysis of eBusiness in the Louisiana Forest Products Industry. This exploratory study examined current and potential use of the Internet to conduct business and market products by the wood products industry in Louisiana. Respondents were asked to discuss their current or planned Internet strategies and impacts that are perceived to exist or could exist with Internet linked exchange partners. |
| Forest Fuel Reduction Survey Analysis: Forest Administrators. Recent wild fires in various states have led foresters/firefighters/land managers to seriously investigate and execute the methods required to carry out a successful fuel reduction project. A survey was mailed to target these types of individuals nationwide. The analysis resulted in classifying mechanical and burn only operations based on the nature of projects. |
| Install Wood Duck Boxes in Lincoln Parish The AWCC member, Ashley Roach, will be installing wood duck boxes outside of Ruston, LA on January 19, 2009 and could use extra hands! |
| Greenhouse Tilapia Production in Louisiana Information on recirculating production systems, fingerling sources, stocking and harvest management, regulatory considerations, economics and markets are included in this publication. |
| Coastal Louisiana and South Florida: A Comparative Wetland Inventory One of the biggest questions that has arisen in recent years involves the apparent disparity in federal restoration funding provided for the Florida Everglades versus that provided for coastal Louisiana. This document uses published reports and secondary data to develop a parallel comparison of Florida and Louisiana wetlands at the state, regional, program and resource levels. |
| Fisheries Implications of Freshwater Re-introductions An historical overview of Louisiana fisheries in the context of pre- and post-levee construction on the Mississippi River. Data from the Caernarvon Freshwater Diversion is used to describe the relationship between freshwater re-introduction and estuarine fisheries productivity. The report characterizes the conflict between Louisiana’s short-term and long-term goals of coastal restoration and coastal fisheries management. |
| Stewardship Incentives for Louisiana’s Coastal Landowners More than 75% of Louisiana’s coastal wetlands are privately owned, yet the majority of restoration funding provided through federal and state initiatives is directed toward large-scale, public restoration projects. This report compares and contrasts the programmatic and economic aspects of the coastal and inland models of wetland restoration that have evolved in Louisiana over the past decade. |
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| Closing the Mississippi River Gulf Outlet (MRGO): Environmental and Economic Considerations This document provides a synoptic overview of this 40-year-old navigation channel from project inception through modern day. Economic and environmental impacts related to the MRGO are documented for St. Bernard Parish and potential restoration scenarios are described. Additional information is provided on the time and financial resources required to fully address the environmental degradation caused by the MRGO. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs January 2009 Bugs for January. |
| Planting at City Park NO The AWCC is looking for volunteers to help with a Planting Restoration Project at New Orleans City Park |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs December 2008 Bugs to watch for in December |
| Stormwater Phase II The EPA Stormwater Phase II program went into effect March 10, 2003 for urbanized areas with population densities of over 1,000 people per square mile and other designated areas. At this time the Stormwater control program for all small construction sites (1 to 5 acres) also went into effect. The program requires all affected areas to obtain a general permit and to file a Stormwater Management Plan for their Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4). |
| Mold: Important Questions, Objective Answers Conflicting information and media coverage about hazards of mold and how to handle mold problems have left many people confused, concerned and sometimes frightened. If you have or suspect a mold problem in your home, this fact sheet will help you make well-informed decisions about how to fix the problem and prevent its return. |
| Mold Hazards Are Preventable In the right conditions, molds multiply and can release enough spores in the air to cause health problems. |
| LSU AgCenter to Host Stormwater Workshop for Municipal Officials The LSU AgCenter will host the EPA Getting in Step with Phase II Workshop on June 11 and 12 at the Louisiana Transportation, Training and Education Center on Gourrier Lane on the LSU campus. |
| Stormwater Academy Information from the Stormwater Academy workshop held on June 12, 2006. |
| Urban Stormwater Workshops Set for Municipal and Parish Officials The LSU AgCenter and EPA Region VI will conduct a series of 3 workshops across the state the state to help official and consultants develop Stormwater Management Plans and make sure that the ones they have will fulfill the requirements of the new Stormwater Permit. |
| Designing Stormwater BMPs Information from the The BMP Design Workshop held on June 13, 2006. The curriculum is primarily for engineers, landscape architects, architects and planners. Topics include: What is a Design Storm?, Stormwater BMP Maintenance, Stormwater Wetland Design and Bio-retention Design. |
| LSU AgCenter Holds Seminar On Stormwater Management (Distributed 06/30/06) The LSU AgCenter recently conducted an Urban Stormwater Academy to help engineers, architects and municipal officials learn about practices that will both reduce stormwater runoff and its contaminant load at construction sites. |
| Monolithic Slab Construction Termites can not eat through solid concrete. In order to enter a structure they must come up around the outside edges or enter through some other opening in the slab. Traditional termite treatments require the application of a continuous chemical barrier to the soil around all possible entry points. |
| Urban Stormwater Urban areas with their concentrations of people, vehicles, homes, parking lots, streets, small and large business, industry and sewage can create heavy loads of pollutants in their Stormwater runoff. |
| Small Construction Site Stormwater Program On March 10, 2003 the Small Construction Site Stormwater Program went into effect. |
| Pheidole: Big-Headed Ants Big-headed ants are small to large ants (2-8mm) that appear to have many sizes. |
| Pharaoh Ant Management in Structures Identification, biology and treatment of the Pharaoh Ant |
| Phoridae: Humpbacked Or Coffin Flies Information on Phorid flies creating problems in hurricane damaged areas. They feed on and develop in decaying vegetable and animal material. |
| Causes and Control of Wood Decay, Degradation and Stain Wood is a renewable natural resource that, if properly treated, maintained and placed in service, will last indefinitely. It is critial for us to use our wood resources efficiently. This publication is intended to increase your knowledge of the causes and control of wood decay, degradation and stain. |
| Red Imported Fire Ant Colony Diagnostics Using Worker Head Widths The purpose of this study was to determine if differences in worker size are indicative of social form for Solenopsis invicta colonies in Louisiana. |
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| How to Identify Argentine Ants This poster discusses the specific characteristics used to identify Argentine Ants. |
| Shreveport Wood Duck Project! Come join up with Natalie Hunsicker, American’s Wetlands Conservation Corps member ,and Sci Port Louisiana Science Center in Shreveport to help construct and put up wood duck boxes. |
| Duck, Duck, Box!: St. Bernard Parish Wood Duck Project Come Help Save the Wood Ducks in St.Bernard Parish.On November 24th, 2008, Gary Decossas and St.Bernard Parish 4-H Junior Leadership Club will go to St.Bernard State Park to help put up Wood Duck Boxes. |
| Crops for Wildlife Plantings The purpose of this publication is to document what is deemed as accepted and approved planting, management and harvest procedures for a variety of species planted in Louisiana for wildlife management purposes by LSU AgCenter personnel. In all cases, the greatest possible window of opportunity has been provided as to planting dates, planting practices and other management activities as they relate to overall management. |
| Bait Amounts for RIFA - Table This table indicates the amount of bait in ounces and tablespoons needed per square foot for effective control of fire ants. |
| LSU AgCenter Gets $790,000 Grant For Research On Plastic-Fiber Composites An LSU AgCenter project to make natural fiber-reinforced plastic composites using recycled plastics and wood or other agricultural fibers recently received a $791,568 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Energy. |
| Argentine Ant: Feeding Preferences and Strategies This poster discusses natural feeding preferences, adapted feeding preferences and feeding strategies of the Argentine Ant. |
| Tree stumps, debris may lead to carpenter ant infestations It may be tempting to ignore tree stumps and tree debris left over from hurricanes because of the expense of removal. But if let go long enough, this can lead to a nuisance far more expensive to clean up – carpenter ants. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs November 2007 Bugs of November to watch for in home and yards. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: October 2006 A few strange caterpillars and other insects are being found around the state. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: October 2007 A couple of bugs this month are new to the state. You're encouragedto pick up and send in anything you have not seen before. Especially if you get plants from outside the state or something unusual shows up after a storm or other extreme conditions. |
| Termites and Rebuilding Information card on tackling termite problems when beginning a renovation project |
| Food Plant Plantings for Whitetailed Deer in Louisiana Hunters and land managers are always seeking new and more innovative ways to improve the quality and attractiveness of their hunting areas. “What should I plant to attract and hold deer on my hunting area?" Find your answers in this publication. |
| Termite Inspection 101 Information card on places to look for Formosan subterranean termite Infestations |
| Termites in Trees Information card on where to look for termites in trees |
| Planning for Honey Bee Nuisance Calls and Emergencies: A Guide for Louisiana State, Parish and Municipal Agencies If a honey bee swarm or colony is located in area well traveled by the public, it would be in the best interest of the city or agency to have the bees removed as soon as possible. This document provides information local officials can use to plan and prepare. |
| Pink Hibiscus Mealybug Project: North Central IPM Center Two distance education teleconferences were conducted by the North Central Region Integrated Pest Management Center in June 2005. The presentations covered biological questions and control options. |
| Bee Ready Vol 73 - October 2005 Volume 73 is a special edition dealing with mosquito spraying and support for beekeepers who lost hives to the hurricanes. |
| Storm Cleanup? Think Safety Before You Use Chainsaw (Distributed 09/04/08) Hurricane Gustav put a lot of limbs and whole trees on the ground in various areas of the state, and many people already are working on cleanup efforts. An LSU AgCenter forest safety specialist says safety should be a major consideration during those efforts – particularly when it comes to use of a chainsaw. |
| Protect yourself from mosquitoes (Distributed 09/05/08) Most of the mosquitoes being bred in the standing water left in Louisiana from Hurricane Gustav are not the kind that carry West Nile virus, according to LSU AgCenter entomologist and mosquito expert Wayne Kramer. |
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| Fish kills expected, but storm has minimal effect on upland animals (Distributed 09/10/08) Hurricane Gustav caused many problems for people throughout Louisiana, and wildlife also are feeling the effects of the storm. |
| South Louisiana Christmas Tree Farmer Gets Help From Out-of-state Friends There will be trees from the Shady Pond Christmas Tree Farm northeast of New Orleans this year – thanks in large part to some help from fellow growers from North Carolina. |
| Louisiana Seafood Industry Down, But Not Out Louisiana seafood products making their way to the market now are safe – despite disruptions and losses the industry suffered as the result of Hurricane Katrina, according to experts at the LSU AgCenter. |
| Bug Biz: Removing Bees from Walls The process of removing honeybees from walls in a house is complex. Most people think they only have to spray and kill the bees. This would be effective if they were yellow jackets or hornets or even bumblebees. Honeybees, however,require a more demanding process. |
| Bug Biz: Carpenter Bees The living drill, as the carpenter bee has been appropriately named by many homeowners, has the ability to bore into and structurally damage timbers and other painted or unpainted wooden materials. These holes are actually the nesting sites the bees use to raise their young. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: September 2007 The insect list is short this month, but one item in particular includes an in-depth discussion. The African honeybees and their recent discovery in two more parishes have some of the public concerned. Before there is a panic, some information needs to be presented. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 75 - August 2006 It has been an on again-off again honeybee season, and the weather has not really cooperated for the bees -- first, too dry and too hot; now too wet in some areas for the bees to work efficiently. |
| Pink Hibiscus Mealybug The pink hibiscus mealybug is an invasive species that will infest agricultural crops, vegetables, fruits and ornamentals. Populations can be hard to detect initially but can build up quickly and spread by wind, birds, animals and humans. |
| Comparison of Native and Formosan Subterranean Termites Biology, Ecology and Methods of Control Formosan and subterranean termite biology, ecology and behavior are compared and contrasted. |
| Types of Termites in Louisiana There are two majors types of termites in Louisiana: Subterranean and drywood. The subterranean termites are divided into two subgroups: The native subterranean termites and the Formosan subterranean termite. Determining the type of termite is important for management. |
| Detection Tips Detecting termites in trees can be helped by a few tips on where to look. |
| What is West Nile Virus? West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne disease that can cause encephalitis, or a brain infection. Mosquitoes acquire the virus from birds and pass it on to other birds, animals and people. |
| Are Mosquitoes Bugging You? A poster containing information on how to protect yourself from mosquitoes. |
| LSU AgCenter Provides Fish To Control Mosquitoes The LSU AgCenter is providing mosquitofish (Gambusia affinis) to the New Orleans area in an effort to suppress mosquito populations in the many abandoned swimming pools in the city. |
| Recognizing Types of Termites Identifying to species, recognizing problems and having a sound knowledge of control techniques can help in solving a termite problem. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 2 Argentine ants have been reported in a few isolated areas in Louisiana. These ants are different from fire ants in appearance, nesting habits and behavior. These differences make control efforts different as well. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 1 This is the first issue of a newsletter intended to communicate new information and recommendations for fire ant management and other ant problems in Louisiana. This issue focuses on current methods for community-wide fire ant control. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: September 2006 We are seeing a decline in some insect populations but some explosions in others. Here are some potential problems this month. |
| Louisiana Pesticide Law Document containing the Louisiana Pesticide Law. |
| America's WETLAND The America's WETLAND Foundation through the Campaign is raising awareness of the impact of Louisiana's wetland loss and increase support for efforts to conserve and save coastal Louisiana. |
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| AmeriCorps AmeriCorps is a network of local, state, and national service programs that connects more than 70,000 Americans each year in intensive service to meet our country’s critical needs in education, public safety, health, and the environment. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs,August 2007 As soggy as it has been one would hope that most of the insects had drowned, but alas, no such luck. Some have said they have become more relaxed and excited in the somewhat cooler environment and many have moved indoors to escape the constant drenches and standing puddles. |
| Louisiana Irrigation: Reducing Crawfish Pumping Costs This publication gives several tips on how to pump less water and to make sure your pumping plant is being used as efficiently as possible. (PDF Format Only) |
| Louisiana Irrigation: Alligator Washwater Management Washwater is a necessary part of alligator production, but so is the management of the water. (PDF Format Only) |
| Pink Hibiscus Mealybug Video Training Two videos presenting information on the pink hibiscus mealybug. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs July 2007 common beneficials in and around the yard. |
| Report Formosan Subterranean Termites Report and send in samples of Formosan subterranean termites to help determine its range and help prevent its spread. |
| Distribution of Formosan Subterranean Termites Native subterranean termites are found throughout Louisiana and are a natural part of the environment in Louisiana. Formosan subterranean termites, native to East Asia, arrived in the United States after World War II and were established in New Orleans by 1966. |
| Formosan Subterranean Termites Affect Landscapers Landscaping practices may increase the risk of subterranean termites attacking a structure and of spreading Formosan subterranean termites. Information is presented on the types of woody plants that termites attack and methods of inspection. |
| Landscapers may help Prevent the Spread of the Formosan Subterranean Termite Landscaping practices may increase the risk of subterranean termites attacking a structure and of spreading formosan subterranean termites. Concepts on reducing the risks of moving and reporting Formosan subterranean termites are presented. |
| Sisters Fight Fire Ants With Large-scale Treatments Stepping outdoors was like being under attack for one homeowner. Fire ants were everywhere in her yard. Her sister’s pasture also was under siege. So they turned to an LSU AgCenter entomologist for help. (Runtime: 1 minute, 47 seconds) |
| Tensas Parish Tensas Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Vermilion Parish Vermilion Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Protecting Louisiana's Waters Using Best Management Practices Best management practices (BMPs) are used by agricultural producers to control the generation and delivery of pollutants from agricultural activities to water resources of the state, thereby reducing the amount of agricultural pollutants entering surface and ground waters. This publication includes information on five main areas: nutrient management, pesticide management, soil and water management, pasture management and general farm BMPs. |
| West Carroll Parish West Carroll Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Backyard Composting: Cinder Block Multiple Bin A cinder block multiple bin looks like three cinder block holding units in a row. It is sturdy, and if you can find used cinder blocks, it is relatively inexpensive to build. Materials list and instructions included. |
| Backyard Composting: Worm Composting Bin This composting system actually works. Materials list and instructions included. |
| Backyard Composting: Cinder Block Bin A cinder block bin is sturdy, durable and easily accessible. Materials list and instructions are included. |
| Backyard Composting: Composting Mulch Mulch material does not have to be finished compost. But you can also mulch with compost. Materials list and instructions are included. |
| Vernon Parish Vernon Parish Master Farmer Participants |
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| St. Tammany Parish St. Tammany Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| St. Helena Parish St. Helena Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Rapides Parish Rapides Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Avoyelles Parish Avoyelles Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Glossary of Forestry Terms This is a comprehensive glossary of basic terms used in forest management. |
| Rice Production Best Management Practices This guide describes the conservation measures or Best Management Practices (BMPs) for rice production implemented primarily for the purpose of conserving and protecting soil and water resources by controlling the movement of potential agricultural pollutants into surface water and groundwater. |
| Management of Recreational and Farm Ponds in Louisiana A farm pond or recreational pond can serve many purposes. This publication reviews planning considerations and management recommendations relating to a number of potential uses for small ponds in Louisiana. |
| Concepts of Soil Fertility for Hunter Food Plots Importance of Soil Fertility, Method for Proper Soil Sampling, Interpreting Soil Tests, Adjusting pH, Available Forms of Lime, Available Forms of Sulphur, Applying Fertilizer and Examples of Applications included. |
| Jefferson Davis Parish Jefferson Davis Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Franklin Parish Franklin Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Beach Sweep The America’s Wetland Conservation Corps is leading a team to help pick up litter as part of the Lake Pontchartrain Beach Sweep. |
| Lafitte Terrace Planting Sept. 8th! Get involved and volunteer to help the America's Wetland Conservation Corps create wetland habitat in Lafitte, Louisiana, on September 8th. |
| Assumption Parish Assumption Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Iberia Parish Iberia Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| St. Mary Parish St. Mary Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Lafayette Parish Lafayette Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| DeSoto Parish DeSoto Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Lafourche Parish Master Farmer Program Participant List: Lafourche Parish |
| Protecting Coastal Wetland Forests: What Can You Do to Help? Louisiana’s coastal wetland forests are of tremendous economic, ecological, cultural and recreational value. But many acres of these forests have disappeared over the past century, and many more are being degraded or lost each year. |
| Restoration Planting at Rockefeller Refuge AWCC members participated in a restoration planting event at Rockefeller Refuge on May 18th. The members planted a half mile stretch of canal bank with Spartina Alterniflora to help stabalize the bank and minimize erosion. |
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| Allen Parish Allen Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Jackson Parish Jackson Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Bossier Parish Bossier Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Bienville Parish Bienville Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Webster Parish Webster Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| The Pest Ants of Louisiana: A Guide to Their Identification, Biology and Control Ants range from mildly to highly annoying. Knowing the species, biology and control can help you manage them. This is a useful reference for pest management professionals, extension personnel and homeowners. A key to ants, color photographs, diagrams and a glossary are included. Spiral bound copies are available for $10 each. To purchase using a check, use the pdf order form. To purchase with a credit card, click on "order publication." |
| LaSalle Parish Master farmer participant list for LaSalle Parish. |
| Ascension Parish Ascension Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Backyard Composting: Wire Mesh Bin A wire mesh bin is inexpensive and easy to build out of either galvanized chicken wire or hardware cloth. Materials list and instructions are included. |
| Backyard Composting: Wooden Box Bin A wooden box bin can be built inexpensively by using wooden pallets. Or you can use lumber to make a nicer bin. Materials list and instructions are included for making a compost box bin. |
| Backyard Composting: Wood and Wire Three-Bin Turning Unit A wood and wire three-bin turning unit can be used to compost large amounts of yard, garden and kitchen wastes in a short time. Construction requires basic carpentry skills and tools. Materials list and instructions included. |
| Basic Principles of Composting What is compost? Find information on temperature, oxygen and aeration, moisture, odors, nutrients, co-composting and much more! |
| Bug Biz: Removing Bees From Walls The process of removing honeybees from walls in a house is complex. This publication explains how to safely and properly remove the bees from your walls. |
| West Feliciana Parish West Feliciana Parish |
| Pointe Coupee Parish Pointe Coupee Parish Master Farmers Participants |
| Livingston Parish Livingston Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Iberville Parish Iberville Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| East Feliciana Parish East Feliciana Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Biomass Energy Resources in Louisiana A description of how biomass is being used for energy in Louisiana with an emphasis on the potential for expansion in the industry. (Revised 11/06) |
| Native Tree Growing Guide for Louisiana The selection, planting and care of urban trees in Louisiana. Includes full-page poster of native landscape trees, their leaves, tree height and spread comparisons. 16 pages. |
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| Home Water Use Survey Total the number of times you do each of these activities throughout a week. Then multiply by the number of gallons of water used. You may be amazed, and dismayed, by how much water you waste. |
| Water-saving Tips To prevent the depletion of the Sparta Aquifer, it is mandatory that everyone conserve, and not waste, water. These nine tips will help sustain this valuable source of drinking water. |
| Longleaf Pine Forests: Wildlife of Louisiana’s Threatened Grasslands What do red-cockaded woodpeckers and gopher tortoises have in common? They are endangered species, and both require a habitat becoming rare inLouisiana and throughout the southern United States. To thrive, they need open pine forests, known as longleaf pine savannahs. |
| Lee Memorial Forest Serves Louisiana’s Forestry Industry Lee Memorial Forest with more than 1 ,200 acres of managed timberland is an important research and teaching resource for the LSU AgCenter. |
| Forest Management and Stream Organisms: Role of Trees in Aquatic Food Webs Water quality monitoring efforts in Louisiana’s streams focus on the concentrations of sediment, nutrients and other compounds in the water. However, activities within the watersheds of these streams actually play the most critical role in determining stream water quality. |
| The Role of Louisiana’s Forest Ecosystems in Carbon Sequestration Since the late 19th century, the global average temperature of the Earth has increased by 0.7 to 1.4 degrees F. The significant global warming has been attributed to human activities such as fossil fuel combustion and land use change, which leadto the increase of the concentrations of greenhouse gases, especially carbon dioxide. |
| LIDAR Promises Improved Inventory-taking LSU AgCenter scientists have been researching remote sensing work with airborne lasers to develop three-dimensional pictures to measure the stand and take inventory of a forest. |
| Baldcypress Site Relationships and Silviculture Regional increases in flooding are likely to reduce the productivity of baldcypress-water tupelo swamps in coastal Louisiana. Although these trees are merchantable for lumber production, it will be important to design appropriate management plans for these sites. |
| Crain Helps Youth Develop Forestry Skills LSU AgCenter area forestry agent Barry Crain helps youth develop forestry skills during a special 3-hour training event every year before the state 4-H University competition held on the LSU campus in June. |
| Establishment Success and Growth of Southern Pine Plantations on Water and Nutrient-Poor Soils Forests of Louisiana managed for timber production constitute the state’s top agricultural crop, contributing an estimated $4.554 billion to Louisiana’s economy in 2005. Louisiana’s managed forests, which are often loblolly pine plantations, are among the world’s most productive forests at producing timber and fiber. |
| Forestry BMPs Protect Water Quality in Louisiana’s Streams, Bayous and Lakes Louisiana is blessed with an abundance of forests and waterways. Miles of rivers, bayous and lakes provide Louisiana’s citizens with fishing, hunting, boating and recreational opportunities, which contribute to the state’s wealth and economic growth. |
| The Hurricane Impact on Southern Pine Sawtimber Stumpage Prices in Louisiana Within a month, hurricanes Katrina and Rita damaged about 4.4 billion board feet (3.0 billion by Katrina and 1.4 billion by Rita) of sawtimber inventory in Louisiana. |
| More Research Needed on Bio-based Fuels Louisiana farmers and foresters could find a silver lining in the cloud of rising fuel prices with the development of new fuels from crops they already grow or could grow. |
| Beginning With Bees Keeping bees can be a fascinating and profitable hobby in Louisiana. Start with one or two colonies and as you learn the mechanics of beekeeping, establish additional colonies. |
| Formosan Subterranean Termite Control & Prevention After Hurricanes and Flooding Is Retreating for Termites Necessary? Also find information on preventing formosan subterranean termites from spreading, disposing of termite infested wood and debris, transporting mulch and other wood debris, inspecting and retreating, signs of infestation and differences between termites and ants. |
| Louisiana Lawns Best Management Practices (BMPs) A lawn that’s properly cared for and healthy will resist weeds and other pest problems. Following the best management practices (BMPs) in this publication should help keep your lawn in good condition. 32-page, full-color guide. Cost: $5 plus tax (free shipping). To order this book, use the Order Publication link below. |
| What Home Builders, Homeowners and Real Estate Agents Think About Mold Athough it is uncommon in most homes, toxic mold, also known as black mold, has become a major issue for some home builders and homeowners in the United States. The effects have run the gamut from disposal to litigation. |
| Protect Your Boat During Hurricane Season You need to take some precautions during hurricane season if you have a boat moored, docked or stored in a recreational harbor along the Gulf Coast, an LSU AgCenter expert says. |
| You Can Protect Our Waters Why be concerned? Too often, we think of ourselves as external to our environment. We ignore the many relationships among people, other living creatures and our surroundings. We ignore these relationships at our own risk. Solutions to environmental problems are far more effective when all life forms are considered part of the ecosystem. |
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| St. James Parish Master Farmer Program Participant List: St. James Parish |
| St. Charles Parish Master Farmer Participant List: St. Charles Parish |
| St. Bernard Master Farmer Program Participant List: St. Bernard |
| Orleans Parish Master Farmer Program Participant List: Orleans Parish |
| Jefferson Parish Master Farmer Program Participant List: Jefferson Parish |
| Caldwell Parish Caldwell Parish Master Farmer Participants |
| Ag Teachers The Louisiana Master Farmer Program is targeted at helping agricultural producers voluntarily address the environmental concerns related to production agriculture, as well as enhancing their production and resource management skills that will be critical for the continued viability of Louisiana agriculture. |
| Functions and Values of Wetlands in Louisiana Louisiana accounts for 80 percent of the nation's coastal wetland loss. Simply put, a large proportion of Louisiana acreage is wetland. Much of the state's economy depends upon wetlands. Find information on causes of wetland loss, definitions of wetlands and wetland functions and values. |
| Butterfly Gardening for Louisianians Many Louisiana gardeners are expressing their desire to attract butterflies to their yards. Learn how to create a butterfly-friendly environment with a few simple requirements: food, water, shelter and a place to reproduce. (PDF Format Only) |
| Questions About Eastern Equine Encephalitis and Horses Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) and western equine encephalitis (WEE) virus infections occur in horses and other equids. Where does EEE come from? What's the best way to protect a horse? Find these answers and more. |
| Experts Warn Against Spreading Termites After Storms A scourge of New Orleans and South Louisiana could find its way to other parts of the state and country if people move wood that’s infested with Formosan subterranean termites. |
| Integrated Pest Management of the Formosan Subterranean Termite in the French Quarter The Formosan termite is a devastating pest that consumes wooden structures and woody plants and causes hundreds of millions of dollars of damage each year. The LSU AgCenter is making progress slowing its spread in the New Orleans' French Quarter, despite the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. |
| Hurricanes Don’t Stop Termite Research in New Orleans Hurricanes Katrina and Rita did not interfere with the LSU AgCenter’s efforts to control Formosan termites in New Orleans. Known as the French Quarter Program, the federally funded pilot test began in 1998. |
| Be On Lookout For Fire Ants In Areas Where Flooding Occurred Fire ants can be a serious problem after hurricanes – particularly in flooded areas, according to experts with the LSU AgCenter. |
| Do Not Spread Formosan Subterranean Termites The Formosan subterranean termite was spread to Louisiana around the end of World War II. Described as the most important structural pestof the new millennium, the Formosan subterranean termite is now considered the most destructive insect in Louisiana.This publication includes information on how to decrease the spread of Formosan subterranean termites. |
| Entomologist Warns About Things That Go Bite In The Night They can travel across a country or even traverse continents in a suitcase or shoe, and they’re infamous for infesting intimate locations – beds. Now the fabled bedbug is infesting beds around New York City, and some people are concerned if the bugs will spread. |
| Use Preservative Treated Wood When Rebuilding After a Hurricane Your new home can be safeguarded by using preservative-treated wood and following an integrated pest management program at the time of construction. |
| Marsh Maneuvers Participants See Devastation Along Coast LSU AgCenter coastal resources agent Mark Shirley had hoped to bring a group of students back to a plot near Holly Beach where they had planted marsh grass during the 4-H Marsh Maneuvers program in July. But, after driving for several miles on La. 82 between Holly Beach and Johnson’s Bayou last weekend, Shirley gave up on his hope to find the transplanted grass, which apparently fell victim to Hurricane Rita’s wrath. |
| Now Is The Time To Prune Trees Winter is the perfect time to prune trees so they will be healthy and better able to resist storm damage, according to experts with the LSU AgCenter. |
| Termite Research To Continue In New Orleans French Quarter LSU AgCenter faculty members are working on plans to put the Formosan subterranean termite research project in New Orleans’ French Quarter back on track after the recent hurricanes. |
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