Home > Money & Business > Multimedia > Audio > Workers should have emergency fund (Radio News 02/16/09) The number of people claiming unemployment benefits has reached a record high, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. If you haven’t lost your job yet, but are suspecting a layoff could be possible, don’t wait for it to happen before acting. LSU AgCenter family economist Dr. Jeanette Tuckers says to start putting money into an emergency fund if you haven't done so already. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Grieving process occurs after job loss (Radio News 02/16/09) Dozens of big businesses recently announced massive layoffs, and jobs are being cut at an alarming rate. LSU AgCenter economist Dr. Jeanette Tucker says surviving a layoff is tough and that most people will go through a grieving process. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Economist offers advice during financial crisis (Radio News 10/13/08) The economic crisis has left many Americans uncertain and worried about their financial futures. Looking at the crisis from an historical perspective, an LSU AgCenter family economist says individuals shouldn’t panic. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Credit cards could be dangerous for college students (Radio News 08/25/08) Many young adults are preparing to leave home for college. Parents need to be sure their children don’t fall prey to credit card debt says LSU AgCenter family economist Dr. Jeanette Tucker. (Runtime: 60 seconds)  more articles... Plan a college financing strategy (Audio 08/25/08) Often many parties are involved in financing a college education from the students and their families to lending agencies and scholarship providers. LSU AgCenter family economist Dr. Jeanette Tucker encourages students to make a college financing strategy. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Federal funding provides continuity in agricultural research (Radio News 08/11/08) Louisiana farmers, livestock producers and the state’s fishing industry all benefit from LSU AgCenter research. Federal research allocations help the LSU AgCenter bring research-based information to the people of Louisiana. (Runtime: 60 seconds) US Representative visits LSU AgCenter research station (Radio News 08/11/08) Federal dollars help fund agricultural research in Louisiana, and a Louisiana Congressman saw first-hand how those dollars are working. U.S. Representative Rodney Alexander sits on the House Agriculture Subcommittee and the Appropriations Committee. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Research focuses on saving money for farmers (Radio News 07/14/08) Work at the LSU AgCenter’s Northeast Research Station in Tensas Parish focuses on ways farmers can use less fertilizer and make fewer trips through the field, according to LSU AgCenter regional director Dr. Bob Hutchinson. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Biodiesel offers alternative to high diesel prices (Radio News 06/23/08) With diesel well over $4 a gallon, filling up a diesel tank can drain your wallet. The high prices have many looking for alternatives such as biodiesel. (Runtime: 60 seconds) Rising food prices squeeze budgets (Radio News 06/02/08) Food prices are rising and squeezing family budgets. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Heli Roy has tips to help keep costs down. She says fresh produce is more nutritious but usually is more expensive than frozen. That means if your food budget is tight, look for deals in the frozen food section. Also, she says to "comparison shop" before you leave your house. (Runtime: 60 seconds)