more... > Franklin Parish > Agriculture & Natural Resources > The Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) Explanation of the Environmental Protection Agency's "Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides." Poison Ivy Identification [Image: Poison Ivy] Learn to recognize the differences between poison ivy or poison oak and Virginia creeper. Bagworms [Image: Caterpillar in bag] Article describing the life cycle of a bagworm, the damage it can cause and control options. Quince rust on mayhaw [Image: Quince Rust] Identification and management of quince rust on mayhaws.  more articles... Franklin Parish Crop Demonstrations 2010 [Image: Corn demo] Franklin Parish on-farm corn hybrid, cotton and soybean variety demonstrations for 2010. Franklin Parish Crop Demonstrations 2011 [Image: Corn hybrid demo] Franklin Parish on-farm corn hybrid, cotton and soybean variety demonstrations for 2011. Homeowner Top Weeds in Turf and Control Options [Image: 2011 Herbicide Options] 2011 herbicide options for weeds infesting home lawns. Lichen [Image: lichen on tree trunk] Lichen identification, properties and uses. Franklin Parish Agriculture Isn't Just About Cotton Anymore [Image: Cotton] Franklin Parish crops are diversifing due to various influences. The agriculture landscape in Franklin Parish has been shifting due to Farm Bill changes, commodity production costs and world market influences. Row Crop Acreage and Yield [Image: 2007 - 2011] For the Franklin Parish five-year summary of row crop acreage and yield, please click on the link "2007-2011." Forest Tent Caterpillar [Image: Forest Tent Caterpillar] This article gives a brief description of the Forest Tent Caterpillar including three pictures. Commodity Budgets Projected costs and returns for Louisiana agricultural commodities. Nonchemical Weed Control for Home Landscapes [Image: Nonchemical Weed Control ] Louisianians take pride in the appearance of their lawns and landscapes. Weeds, however, can detract from that appearance and frustrate homeowners. Information on adaptation, light, soils and mulch can be found in this publication. (PDF Format Only) Louisiana AgSummary [Image: Louisiana Summary] An accounting of the value of agriculture in Louisiana. Agents and specialists of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, as well as other agencies - both private and public - compile this information. It focuses on the animal, forestry, fisheries, plant and wildlife commodities that comprise our vital agricultural industry. This industry continues to contribute significantly to the state's economy with the potential for increased impacts through value-added processing. Click for more information...