| Fried turkey can be healthful (Radio News 11/09/09) Frying a turkey is a popular tradition for many Louisiana families during the holidays. While a fried turkey may not seem very healthful, LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames says it won’t wreck your diet. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Don't let leftovers linger on the table at Thanksgiving feast (Radio News 11/09/09) Enjoy your Thanksgiving feast and then put the food away promptly, recommends LSU AgCenter nutritionist and food safety expert Dr. Beth Reames. The turkey and side dishes shouldn’t sit out for more than two hours. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Simple steps make cooking turkey easier (Radio News 11/09/09) A turkey typically is the star of the Thanksgiving feast. When purchasing a turkey, cooks must make sure they buy enough to feed their crowd. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Growers anticipate sweet potato processing facility (Radio News 11/09/09) A new sweet potato processing facility in northeast Louisiana is offering hope to Louisiana’s sweet potato industry. ConAgra’s Lamb Weston Division will build the facility near Delhi, says LSU AgCenter sweet potato specialist Dr. Tara Smith. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Cold-season vegetables thrive during winter (Audio 11/09/09) There are many vegetables that will flourish during the winter in Louisiana. These vegetables not only are some of the most delicious and nutritious, but they also are some of the easiest to grow. Learn about the best cool-season vegetables to keep your vegetable garden thriving throughout the winter. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Rain hurts sweet potato crop (Radio News 11/09/09) Under threatening skies, workers at the LSU AgCenter's Sweet Potato Research Station recently rushed to harvest several rows of sweet potatoes. Like the situation faced by many farmers, harvest was slow because of wet conditions, and the potatoes that came out of the field were covered in mud and hard to sort. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Plant chrysanthemums for a splash of color (Audio 11/09/09) If you are thinking about adding brilliant color to your fall landscape, chrysanthemums would be a great choice. Nurseries are full of wonderful chrysanthemums during the fall. Listen to how you can buy, plant and care for these colorful fall flowers in these Get It Growing tips from LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Safeguard your lawn from fallen leaves (Audio 11/09/09) During the fall and winter, many trees begin to shed their foliage. Instead of ignoring fallen leaves from shade trees, learn ways you can remove them to avoid damage to your lawn and benefit your landscape. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Perennials require some care (Audio 11/09/09) Perennials are great for landscapes because they require less time and effort than annual plants. These plants still require some maintenance, and now is a great time to do this. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Falling leaves typical for many evergreens (Audio11/09/09) Many broadleaf evergreen shrubs and trees are popular in Louisiana landscapes. Even though they are considered evergreen, some of these trees may lose a fraction of their foliage during the winter. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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