more... > Parishes > West Baton Rouge > Family & Consumer Sciences > Mission: Nutrition Newsletter [Image: mission nutrition] Periodic newsletter that provides information on nutrition topics and offers tips for a healthy lifestyle. Gumbo Net [Image: title] FCS agents Deborah Cross and Monica Olinde are pleased to present ithe Gumbo Net newsletter.This newsletter provides vital information for parents of preschool children. Home buyer education program [Image: Home buyer program] Be an educated home buyer. Learn the steps needed to save your money and to protect your interests. You'll learn how to select the right home, deal with home buying professionals, manage your money, choose the right mortgage for you, and to protect your investment Making Life Better for Louisiana Families Deborah Cross, family and consumer science agent in Iberville Parish, works closely with neighboring extension agents to enhance the lives of individuals and families. Layne Langley and Monica Olinde, extension agents in Pointe Coupee and West Baton Rouge parishes, as well as Cross, strive to strengthen communities while shaping the future of Louisiana through educational outreach. The vision of the tri-parish team is to help residents develop physically, socially, emotionally and financially.  more articles... 10 Easy Tips for Going Green in the Kitchen Learn what you can do in the kitchen to help the environment. 10 Eco-Friendly Grocery Tips Go Green when it comes to groceries. How to Choose Eco-Friendly Food Storage Options Consider these eco-friendly storage options when purchasing food storage containers. Living Well Newsletter [Image: Living Well Newsletter] A quarterly newsletter from the LSU AgCenter's Family and Consumer Sciences Division. Healthy Kids Newsletter [Image: Healthy Kids] A monthly newsletter from the LSU AgCenter Nutrition Program. EFNEP The mission of EFNEP is to empower limited-income families with young children to make informed decisions about food purchasing, food safety and meal management. Upon completion of the program, participants should be able to solve problems related to their families' food dollars and meal management, which, in turn, will help them become more efficient in meeting their families' needs.