more... > Parishes > Ouachita > Agriculture & Natural Resources > Landscaping Publications Information on fire blight on Bradford Pear trees, flower gardens, lawns, and trees for Louisiana Landscapes. Basics of Athletic Field Maintenance Basics of Athletic Field Maintenance programs - two to be held on the following dates and places: February 21, 2008 at the IRA Nelson Center, Lafayette; and March 20, 2008 at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. 2008 Landscaping Classes Information, schedule and registration form for 2008 Landscaping Classes beginning January 28, 2008. 2008 Plant Disease Control Guides Plant Disease Control Guide This online guide contains suggestions for management of the most important or more prevalent diseases of Louisiana plants. It includes information on fungicides, bactericides and nematicides, as well as safety precautions for using them. Special features include: Suggestions for seed treatment of field crops and vegetables Soil fumigants, fungicides and decontaminates for greenhouses. Appendix of trade names of fungicides and nematicides use.  more articles... 2005-2006 Ouachita Parish Horticulture Hints [Image: Sample of Fall 2005 Issue] Information on lawns, gardening, landscaping and trees for the home gardener. Insect Control For Fleas, Fire Ants Insect control inside and outside of your home and for your pets. Swarming Termites Description of termites, the time of year they swarm and the difference between termites and ants.