Home > Our Offices > Parishes > St. Charles Parish > Have you ever said to yourself, “What are Flavonoids?” Flavonoids are plant-based compounds with powerful antioxidant properties; they reduce inflammation, promote healthy arteries, and help fight aging by preventing and repairing cellular damage. Become a Louisiana Master Gardener Information and application for the 2012 LMG training program scheduled for July 17 to September 25, 2012. River Express Newsletter - April 2012 [Image: River Express - 2012 April] Want to know what's going on in St. Charles Parish 4-H? Check out the monthly newsletters, which are handed out at the regular monthly 4-H Club meetings throughout the school year. St. Charles Parish Profile 2012 [Image: St. Charles Parish Profile 2012] An overview of the program highlights, local issues, and upcoming plans of the LSU AgCenter's Cooperative Extension Service in St. Charles Parish.  more articles... River Express Newsletter - March 2012 [Image: River Express - 2012 March] Want to know what's going on in St. Charles Parish 4-H? Check out the monthly newsletters, which are handed out at the regular monthly 4-H Club meetings throughout the school year. Add Walking to Your Afternoon Routine [Image: Family on Beach] Try going for a 10-minute walk around the corner and add a few more minutes each day until you are walking at least 30 minutes a day for at least five days a week. St. Rose 4-H Club Garden [Image: Garden Sign] Photos of the St. Rose 4-H Club's garden progress in St. Charles Parish. River Express Newsletter - February 2012 [Image: River Express Newsletter] Want to know what's going on in St. Charles Parish 4-H? Check out the monthly newsletters, which are handed out at the regular monthly 4-H Club meetings throughout the school year. 2012 Sugarcane Soil Fertility Recommendations Fertilizer Recommendations for 2012. Evaluating Older Sugarcane Stubble This is the 2012 Sugarcane Crop Cycle Length Evaluation Model along with a short user’s guide. River Express Newsletters - January 2012 [Image: River Express Newsletter - January 2012] Want to know what's going on in St. Charles Parish 4-H? Check out the monthly newsletters, which are handed out at the regular monthly 4-H Club meetings throughout the school year. Gardening Workshops and Field Days for Home Gardeners The LSU AgCenter and affiliated groups offer numerous educational opportunities for home gardeners. Listed here are various gardening events planned for 2012. Keep Calories Down During the Holidays Do you have any idea how many calories can be consumed during the holidays? Here are some examples of party food items and the calories each has. Successful Food Celebrations Start with a Holiday Food Safety Checklist This article provides holiday food safety information.