This is the home page for the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Web site.

Gamma Sigma Delta is an honor society dedicated to recognizing academic achievements and/or accomplishments as a student, faculty member, alumnus or industry and university supporter.

This page contains information about the LSU AgCenter Office of Intellectual Property’s statistics on patents, disclosures, licenses and startups.

The LSU AgCenter Chancellor's statement regarding the quest for respecting diversity and establishing a multicultural organization

John Russin, Vice Chancellor and Director for the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station

Chancellor Bill Richardson's message on the purpose, mission and vision for the LSU AgCenter.

A composite of frequently asked questions and answers about technology transfer and intellectual property in general.

With LSU AgCenter.com, finding the information you want, when you want it, has never been easier.

Dr. Paul Coreil, director of Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service and vice chancellor of the LSU AgCenter.

AgCenter News articles that relate to intellectual property and technology transfer.

AgCenter scientists have developed a new process to modify the properties of starch without chemicals. Normally, such changes would require that the ingredient be labeled “modified starch”; however, this process allows the ingredient to be labeled simply as “starch.” The unique process also can increase the natural benefits of the starch, such as satiety, making it more appealing to consumers.

Listing of HR related forms by area of interest.

Listing of HR related forms in alphabetical order.

This section contains links to the general employment forms required for processing appointments.

The AHS-CARET (Council for Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching) conference hotel is the Cook Hotel on the LSU Campus.

Winners of the 2012 Gamma Sigma Delta Graduate Student Awards.

Images from the LSU Gamma Sigma Delta 2012 Spring Banquet.

Awards given to undergraduate students.

Nutrition Educator 1 - Orleans Parish, New Orleans, LA

Nutrition Educator 1 - Caddo/Bossier parishes, Shreveport, LA (applicants with ability to read, write and speak both English and Spanish preferred.)

Assistant/Associate/Extension Agent (4-H Youth Development), St. Helena Parish, Greensburg, LA

Assistant/Associate/Extension Agent (4-H Youth Development), Jackson Parish, Jonesboro, LA

Curator, Burden Center, Windrush Gardens, Baton Rouge, LA

Research Associate Coordinator, Burden Center, Baton Rouge, LA

Research Associate, School of Plant, Environmental & Soil Sciences, Baton Rouge, LA

Assistant/Associate/Extension Agent (Adult Agriculture and Natural Resources), Avoyelles Parish, Mansura, LA

Research Farm Assistant 1 or 2 - Northeast Research Station, St. Joseph, LA

The LSU Agricultural Center Policy Statement (AG CENTER PS) series provides a uniform method for informing AgCenter employees of newly established policies or clarifies existing directives or regulations.

Research Farm Assistant 1 - Hill Farm Research Station, Homer, La.

This is the homepage of the Office of Sponsored Programs internet site. The Office of Sponsored Programs assists with preparing proposals and awards administration.

Louisiana’s sugarcane industry could not survive without periodic introduction of new varieties. Old varieties become susceptible to disease and insect pests, and new varieties must replace them. A major effort of the LSU AgCenter is sugarcane breeding. In May 2010, the newest variety, named L 03-371, was released.

This link will provide details of the process as well as the information about the training.

Agriculture is one of the primary economic engines for Louisiana. The agriculture industry, which encompasses many facets in the farm-gate-to-dinner-plate spectrum, is all together about a $30 billion piece of the Louisiana economy. And it only promises to grow.

The LSU AgCenter is one of 11 institutions of higher education in the Louisiana State University System. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, it provides educational services in every parish and conducts research that contributes to the economic development of the state. The LSU AgCenter does not grant degrees nor benefit from tuition increases.

The LSU AgCenter makes a unique contribution to Louisiana through its research and extension programs. Of the many accomplishments in 2010, here are nine highlights that give you a snapshot of who we are and what we do. For a more complete picture, go to the links provided with each story.

Summary of retirement plan enrollment options available to employees.

Adding page for links to supervisor's packets.

An overview of the retirement plan generally available to temporary and regular part-time Academic, Non-Classified and Classified employees.

Share the fun of convention in the Summer Bayou. Lots of photos, award winners and more.

Highlights from the 2010 convention

Research Associate, Hill Farm Research Station, Homer, LA

024076 Research Associate, Dean Lee Research Station, Alexandria, LA

V0325 Extension Associate (Youth Wetlands Education & Outreach Program)/(Environmental Education), Southwest Region/Vermilion Parish, Abbeville, LA

V0332-4 Research Associate, Renewable Natural Resources, Atchafalaya Basin, LA (2 Positions Available)

Listing of current members of Gamma Sigma Delta

017245 Research Associate, Renewable Natural Resources, Gueydan, LA

Governmental and budgetary information of importance to the LSU AgCenter.

Forms and information for those choosing the LASERS regular service retirement option, never having participated in DROP and not electing the IBO.

Mt. Pelia Innovative Solutions, LLC, of Martin, Tennessee, has licensed the autonomous bird predation reduction device (also known as the "scarebot") from the LSU Agricultural Center. The solar-powered, self-propelled robot can move around watery areas, such as aquaculture facilities, to scare away birds by nonlethal means.

This section includes a checklist to assist units in maintaining compliance with required policies and procedures.

This sections contains the most up-to-date Human Resource related news and information.

Assistant/Associate/Professor (Field Crops Plant Pathologist), Macon Ridge Research Station, Winnsboro, LA

Post-Harvest Short Term Technical Assistance Specialist for Rice, Liberia Food and Enterprise Development Program (FED), International Programs, Monrovia, Liberia

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of October.

Plant Variety Protection Number: 200000321

This is a PDF of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service Administration, Faculty and Staff directory

Officers, operating procedures and forms for the organization

Listing of approved companies for supplemental retirement accounts along with representative contact information

Soil and Fertility Short Term Technical Assistance Specialist, Liberia Food and Enterprise Development Program (FED), International Programs, Monrovia and Kakata, Liberia

Assistant Professor (Nonruminant Nutrition), School of Animal Sciences, Baton Rouge, LA

Political Activities and Legislative Communications

Research Associate (School of Plant, Environmental & Soil Sciences), Baton Rouge, LA

Assistant/Associate/Extension Agent (4-H Youth Development), Avoyelles Parish, Marksville, LA

Plant Variety Protection Number: 200000213

LSU AgCenter Sponsored Programs personnel and addresses.

Extension Associate (Laboratory Analyst), W.A. Callegari Environmental Center, Baton Rouge, LA

Vocational Training and Non-Formal Education Specialist Liberia, Food and Enterprise Development Program (FED), Kakata, Liberia

Assistant/Associate/Extension Agent (ANR / 4-H Youth Development), Cameron Parish, Grand Lake, LA

Assistant/Associate/Extension Agent (4-H Youth Development), Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles, LA

A new and exciting therapeutic treatment for several hormone-dependent cancers and for the sterilization of and/or contraception for mammals has been developed by AgCenter and other LSU campus scientists.

Annual report from the SERA-IEG 27 meeting held in Tifton, GA.

Minutes from the SERA-IEG 27 meeting held in Tifton, GA.

Officers and board members for SERA-IEG 27 for the 2010-2011 term.

The Material Transfer Agreement (MTA) protects against the unauthorized use or commercial development of novel materials and guards against their unauthorized distribution to outside parties. This page explains more about what an MTA is and when it is required.

Patent Number: 5,670,450

The confidentiality or non-disclosure agreement (CDA/NDA) is an important tool for protecting university intellectual property. This page discusses what a CDA is and when it is required.

The CES News includes information on upcoming CES events along with articles on a variety of topics that are useful to members.

Gamma Sigma Delta award winners from the 2012 Science and Engineering Fair Senior Divison.

Images from the 2012 State Science and Engineering Fair held on the LSU Baton Rouge campus March 25-27.

Research Associate (Regional Economics and Community Development), Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, Baton Rouge, LA

Research Associate (Crop Production), Northeast Research Station, St. Joseph, LA

Two dental plans are offered through Ameritus for eligible employees. This section provides rates and levels of coverage available.

This section includes forms and instructions for the miscellaneous benefits offered by the AgCenter which are not included in Folder 2 and 3.

Email address and telephone numbers to obtain a response to HR related questions, concerns, information or problems.

Listing of HR related forms.

This is a method to extract afforadable collagen from calcified tissues, like fish scales and bones.

This is a new wood treatment that kills pests and fungus as well as preserves wood for extended periods.

This is a simple device that can mix any two liquids into a tasty whipped cream.

This is a new lightweight solar panel design that has resistance to cracking and shortages.

An overview of the retirement plan generally available to regular classified employees.

Plant Variety Protection Number: 8700078

University Products, LLC produces a vaccine for anaplasmosis, a disease that causes anemia, weight loss and death in cattle.

Termitech, LLC is a Louisiana- and Florida-based company that works with termite-related technology developed at the LSU AgCenter. Termitech has worked to commercialize the technology and has sublicense agreements with major pest control companies.

EnerGenetics Energies LLC uses mini biofuel refineries to produce biofuels and biofuel byproducts. One of these byproducts is a type of resistant starch licensed from the LSU AgCenter.

Patent Number: 6,136,044

Plant Variety Protection Number: 200100105

Plant Variety Protection Number: 200500350

Computer Analyst, Information Technology, Baton Rouge, LA

Patent Number: 6,444,433

Patent Number: 6,350,454

Patent Number: 6,010,705

Patent Number: 5,248,046

Patent Number: 7,052,348

Patent number: 7,109,300

This section provides the forms and instructions for selection a retirement plan.

Patent Number: 6,537,947

Patent Number: 6,305,303

Patent Number: 6,548,659

Patent Number: 6,033,573

Patent Number: 6,150,404

Patent Number: PP15,380

Patent Number: 6,096,136

Patent Number: PP15,038

LSU AgCenter scientists have created a new rice line with a brilliant purple color. This variety has an increased level of antioxidants. It also has a much higher quality than rice of similar types and possesses many long-grain characteristics, such as very tall stalks and fewer days to maturity.

This new group of compounds uses natural extracts to increase the solubility of drugs. Unlike other solubility-enhancing compounds, these will work on molecules of any size and will not slow down the speed at which drugs enter circulation and move throughout the body. This technology has been licensed. Please contact the AgCenter Office of Intellectual Property for information on partnering with our licensee.

AgCenter scientists have discovered a new ash-based wood treatment to reduce water penetration and movement in wood and prevent boron leaching. This invention adds small fillings into the void spaces in wood, trapping the boron inside the wood and keeping wood-degrading organisms out of it. Unlike many treatments, this can be used with wood for exterior construction like decking and fencing.

Patent Number: 6,852,234

Patent Number: 5,482,631. Separation Of Inositols From Sugars And Sugar Alcohols.

AgCenter scientists have discovered a new, all-natural method to increase the solubility of all-natural colorants. Certain natural colorants have antioxidants that can be imparted to the end product. These healthier colorants, like carotenoids, can be used instead of synthetics and can increase the color range and clarity in many water-based products such as juice, pasta and ice cream.

This invention is new way to extract glycomacropeptide (GMP) from dairy products. One can obtain very high GMP yields with astounding purity using this method. Expensive machinery, like a chromatographer, is not required for this process, leading to substantial savings. GMP extracted by this method can be further modified and used for many food applications and treatments for phenylketonuria (PKU).

A new substance has been discovered that more effectively deters termites from feeding on wood or cellulose and kills most of their colony. Termites that feed on the substance will die; termites given a choice of feed materials will not eat the treated material. This substance is nontoxic to mammals and is effective in very small amounts.

This device is a temperature control system that controls and measures metabolic heat in cell cultures. Using infrared, this system eliminates outside interference from the surrounding devices and the environment to quickly provide the clearest resolution and the most accurate measurement of cellular heat. It can also test a large number of cells at once, meaning less time is spent testing.

This invention is a new type of device that can measure any parameter of liquid or gas moving through a continuously flowing electromagnetic system. This device measures parameters of materials at multiple points inside the electromagnetic field to get a more accurate and detailed reading of potential hot and cold spots. This helps ensure a consistent end product, reduces wasted materials during testing and can eliminate potential hazards from improper processing.

A new method has been developed to detect the presence of spiroplasma in humans and animals. Determining the amount of spiroplasma present can help to diagnose transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSE) like Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) and scrapie. This method can also detect the antigens of spiroplasma, further increasing the chances of finding cures to these life-threatening diseases.

This invention is a new type of treatment for Aspergillosis, a type of fungal infection. This infection is particularly deadly, causing blood clots and impairment of the lungs. Usually infecting those with suppressed immune systems, Aspergillus is present in the general environment and can be inhaled from anywhere. This new treatment can overcome the organism’s normal drug resistance and offers new hope to those who suffer from infection.

This invention is a new method and device to oxygenate water for use in ponds and waste treatment plants. A very simple and energy-efficient device is inserted into water. It distributes oxygen evenly and creates ammonia-destroying films. It does not requires commercial pressure systems to operate, thus leading to energy and equipment savings.

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed a new method to produce effectively hybrid cotton seeds. This approach will enhance cross-pollination and isolate only the desired hybrid seed. It also ensures the most efficient use of labor and chemicals, allowing farmers to save money on both and ensuring quality seed to satisfy customer needs.

This invention is a new type of reactor that combines the processes of biomass washing and hydrolysis into one easy step. This is a continuous process that saves on energy and machinery by replacing several mixing processes. In this device, the biomass is progressively liquefied and treated with enzymes to ensure that materials are efficiently converted into potential fuel.

This invention is a new type of glue made from soybeans. Wu Glue uses a unique combination of biological materials to give it a great deal of strength and water resistance. It also does not contain harmful chemicals like formaldehyde, urea and phenols. The product is green, biodegradable and environmentally friendly, making it a product manufacturers can stick with for a long time to come.

Plant Variety Protection Number: 200000025

Contract Specialist , Sponsored Programs, Baton Rouge, LA

Assistant Extension Specialist / Assistant Professor, Entomology, Baton Rouge, LA (Anticipated)

Assistant/Associate Professor (Weed Management Specialist), Tom H. Scott Research and Extension Center, Winnsboro, LA

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9900148

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9000236

Patent Number: 5,998,698

Plant Variety Protection Number: 200500285

Plant Variety Protection Number: 200400115

Plant Variety Protection Number: 200000166

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700123

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700129

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700122

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700130

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700126

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700132

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700103

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700127

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700124

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700131

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700125

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9700128

Plant Variety Protection Number: 9100065

Optional medical coverage is provided under the Louisiana State Employees Group Benefits Program umbrella and available to eligible employees. This section provides a breakdown of each option available.

Plant Variety Protection Number: 200400114

Benefits are provided when the type of care required involves assistance with the activities of daily living due to an accident, illness or advancing age.

The Vision Plan is a primary vision care benefit and is intended to cover only eye examinations and corrective eyewear.

Click here to view information regarding group accident insurance which provides 24-hour, 365 day coverage against accidents at work, at home and while traveling anywhere in the world.

Two group-term life insurance programs offered to eligible employees

A scientist at the AgCenter has developed an effective oil absorbent material for remediation of spilled oil from a waste product of sugarcane processing.

A powerful, effective chemical process that kills bacterial colonies in dental equipment and other hard-to-reach places has been developed by researchers at the AgCenter.

LSU AgCenter faculty conduct innovative research in a wide variety of subjects that range from producing human proteins in the milk of transgenic goats to discovering new ways to combat the subterranean Formosan termite.

Provides a list of available insurance options for AgCenter employees.

An insurance program paid by the employer and designed to protect employees from loss of income due to injuries sustained in the scope of their employment.

An organized list of commonly asked questions - with their answers - about the Flexible Benefit Tax Saver Plan.

This section provides information relative to medicare coverage and worker's compensation

Extension Associate / Instructor (partial or full-time) Precision Agriculture Educational Coordinator, Winnsboro, LA (Anticipated)

A description about the research arm of the LSU AgCenter.

A select listing of training programs offered throughout the year by the AgCenter HRM Office..

Part of the HRM Supervisory Training Series which covers all of the performance appraisal systems used in the AgCenter.

Names and telephone numbers of the Human Resource Management staff.

Assistant/Associate/Extension Agent (4-H Youth Development), DeSoto Parish, Grand Cane, LA

Patent Number: 5,482,631

Patent Number: 6,352,703

Patent Number: 6,150,404

Patent Number: 6,300,471

Patent Number: 6,692,757

Patent Number: 5,514,537

Patent Number: 6,010,705

Patent Number: 5,352,607

Patent Number: 6,150,404

Patent Number: 6,444,433

Patent Number: 6,264,952

Patent Number: 5,998,698

Patent Number: 6,096,136

Patent Number: 6,033,573

Patent Number: 6,444,433

Patent Number: 5,597,599

Patent Number: 5,352,467

Patent Number: 4,810,511

Patent Number: 6,096,136

Patent Number: 6,228,178

Patent Number: 6,451,123

Patent Number: 6,264,952

Patent Number: 5,998,698

Patent Number: 6,010,705

Patent Number: 5,514,537

Patent Number: 5,556,782

Patent Number: 6,712,797

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Multi-year handbook for recording minutes and financial records for individual clubs. Topics include: event schedules, club projects list, membership list, attendance list, secretary and minutes guidelines, and monthly financial statements.

This section includes links to the LSU System By-Laws & Permanent Memorandums, the AgCenter Policy Statements & general guidelines.

Criteria for the Chi Epsilon Sigma Angela Hood Sunshine Award provided along with a complete list of previous and current award winners from its inception in 2010. Also available is the current award nomination form.

Listed are the criteria for the Chi Epsilon Sigma Award of Excellence along with a complete list of previous and current winners of the Chi Epsilon Sigma Award of Excellence since its inception in 2006. Also available is the current award nomination form.

Listed are the criteria for the Chi Epsilon Sigma Above and Beyond the Call of Duty along with a complete list of previous and current winners of the Chi Epsilon Sigma Above and Beyond the Call of Duty since its inception in 2006. Also available is current nomination form.

A person who has performed satisfactory service as an LSU AgCenter support staff employee shall be eligible for membership without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.

The LSU AgCenter has launched an aggressive campaign to rid the state’s waterways of an invasive water plant named giant salvinia.

Annual Enrollment occurs each April with changes becoming effective July1 of that year. The plan year for insurances is July1 - June 30.

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of April.

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of March.

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of May.

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of June.

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of July.

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of August.

Don't miss the registration for the 2012 Convention.

This section explains the coverage available to eligible employees for affordable financial protection against a disabling illness or injury.

Assistant/Associate/Extension Agent, Vernon & Beauregard Parishes, FNP

Provides more information and answers to the frequently asked questions of the Human Resources office by current employees

Tax savings plan based on participation in the Premium Only Plan and/or the Spending Account Plan.

Information on voluntary participation in the tax-sheltered annuity programs offered to AgCenter employees.

Tiger Bullets are a new type of plastic-and-wood composite that prevents lost circulation in oil drilling wells. The technology was licensed from the LSU AgCenter by the Louisiana startup company Hole Pluggers.

All the latest news from LVFC around the state and a sneak preview of convention 2010.

A report from the Working Group on Organization and Collaboration to the LSU Board Of Supervisors. The report makes recommendation on the next steps for identifying improvements for the structure of the LSU System.

This invention is a new method to add omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil into beverages. The process creates a fish oil mixture using natural compounds and simple processing methods. Added sweeteners allow the mixture to be used in sweet drinks and mask the flavors of the fish oil. Experimentation has made the compound stable at room temperature for an extended period.

Contains documents to be completed by new employees to enroll in medical and/or life insurance programs.

A monthly orientation for new employees is held on the second Tuesday of each month. This section includes the schedule dates, agenda items and registration form.

Regional Director, Central Region. Internal applicants only.

This invention is a modified yeast that can be fed to termites to produce and express peptides that destroy the protozoa responsible for wood digestion in the termites’ guts. The demise of these protozoa results in the death of the termites. The time required for the yeast to kill the termites is long enough to allow transfer of the yeast among colony mates. The peptide products of the modified yeast are very specific for the wood digesting protozoa and are effective in small amounts.

This section provides the types of leave available to employees and the guidelines for using and/or accruing leave.

After considerable discussion and review of background documents, the Work Group recommends that the process it began at its first meeting to identify improvements in the LSU System organizational structure should continue, and a procedure for such be established and started promptly, ultimately resulting in recommendations to the Board.

Because the AgCenter is a nonstudent campus, increases in tuition and student fees are not available as a revenue source. Passage of the GRAD Act provided no relief for the AgCenter. Self-generated revenue is used to the extent possible, but a declining number of programs and employees create a negative effect. Competition for external sources of funding is acute, and granting agencies increasingly require matching funds or pledges of personnel effort at a time when these AgCenter resources are

Agriculture in Louisiana is a multibillion dollar industry -- creating jobs and generating income across the state.Find out more about the true impact of agriculture on Louisiana's economy, people, environment, and government.

The Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, known as the LSU AgCenter, is one of 10 institutions within the Louisiana State University System. The LSU AgCenter’s mission is to provide research-based educational information that will improve the lives and economic well-being of Louisiana’s citizens.

In-depth breakdown of yearly budget reductions to the LSU AgCenter by year, from July 1, 2008, to July 1, 2012.

Contact information for the Louisiana AgCoalition

The LSU AgCenter’s mission is to provide the people of Louisiana with research-based educational information that will improve their lives and economic well-being.

Since 2008, the Louisiana budget has continued to see shortfalls in revenue, which have had significant effects on higher education. As a result, the LSU AgCenter has experienced reductions in yearly state appropriated budgets, consistent midyear reductions and a year-end cut. The reductions over the past four years have made it difficult to implement and maintain efficient statewide operations in both research initiatives and extension programs.

Airport, transportation and visitor information for the AHS-CARET (Council for Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching) 2012 conference in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Louisiana CARET and the LSU AgCenter and Southern University Agricultural Center welcome you to Louisiana. We're excited about hosting you for the Summer AHS-CARET (Council for Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching) meeting July 27-29, 2012.

For more information on the AHS-CARET (Council for Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching) conference, contact: Randa Bordelon or one of the planning committee members.

Agenda for the 2012 AHS/CARET (Council for Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching) meeting in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

A product manufactured and marketed by a Louisiana company is the only "killed" vaccine available to prevent anaplasmosis, a disease that costs U.S. cattle and dairy producers an estimated $300 million a year.

LSU AgCenter researchers and extension specialists are working diligently to come up with alternative control programs to combat the problem of emerging resistance to glyphosate herbicide (Roundup) among weeds in cotton and soybean fields in Louisiana.

Keep up to date with LVFC around the state including info on the 2011 convention.

Overview of the retirement plan available to Academic & Non-Classified employees.

An overview of the retirement plan generally available to Academic and Non-Classified employees.

Information and links for those thinking about retirement while participating in or after their DROP period.

Links and information for those thinking about retirement with LASERS who haven't been in DROP but are considering the IBO.

Outlines the eligibility requirements for enrollment in a retirement plan.

The LSU Chapter of Gamma Sigma Delta awards faculty, students and alumni for their contributions to agriculture. Various award nomination forms can be found here.

Extension Associate, Plant Pathology & Crop Physiology, Baton Rouge, LA

This section explains what is covered under FMLA, the eligibility requirements and the documentation required.

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed a system containing fish-attracting materials that are released over time into water through a pail container. The materials contain biochemical and natural substances effective for attracting fish but can be modified to incorporate other chemical fish attractants to further enhance the effectiveness or tune fish species specificity. The release rate can also be changed to suit a fisherman’s needs and potentially make a better catch.

H&B Beverages, LLC is a sports drink company focusing on low-sugar, low-calorie products high in electrolytes and other valuable nutrients. Their drink line, E5, uses technology developed by John Finley, Joan King, Darryl Holliday, Adriana Soto and Alfredo Prudente at the LSU AgCenter Department of Food Science to achieve this unique set of benefits with a great taste. E5 is best known for having three times as many electrolytes as leading competing products, such as Gatorade and Powerade.

AgCenter scientists have invented a new type of floating pitfall trap meant to capture and study insects and spiders associated with aquatic habitats and to determine their distributions within a certain location. The trap has superior performance in areas with increased amounts of aquatic vegetation and is designed for long-term use with minimal need for upkeep or replacement. The trap can be placed in hard-to-sample wet areas, allowing it to trap a wider variety of insects.

A listing of past meeting locations for the SERA-IEG 27 nursery crops and landscape systems group.

A photo of SERA-IEG representatives and guests with Margie Jenkins, owner of Jenkins Farm and Nursery, Amite, LA (Summer 2003).

A photo of SERA-IEG representatives at The Great Big Greenhouse and Nursery in Richmond, VA (Summer 2008).

An overview of the retirement plan generally required for temporary Classified employees and one option available for temporary Academic and Non-Classified employees.

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed a novel oil-water separator that has no moving parts. The separator relies on the principles of physics and fluid flow in a U tube. The separator uses a simple diaphragm pump to suck in the oil/water mixture (in any ratio) and separate the components with over 99% efficiency. It is a very cost-effective technique for removing oil from water because there is no need for expensive and energy-intensive components like centrifuges.

This booklet contains a brief, general explanation of the major benefits offered to eligible employees of the LSU Agricultural Center. The information contained in this general explanation is not all-inclusive and is subject to change at any time. Click on the image to view the booklet.

Page listing important information about Dr. MLK, Jr.

A new material has been discovered that can mask bitter and biting flavors in food. Substances like glycerine, ethanol and potassium salts can be added to foods in greater quantities without a hindrance to taste. Glycerine can be used to control moisture in food and replace high fructose corn syrup, while potassium salts can be used to replace the more hazardous sodium salts.

LSU GSD Named Outstanding Chapter

A new method has been discovered to recycle the fruit waste product known as pomace into a tasty food ingredient high in antioxidants and fiber. As a waste byproduct, pomace is very affordable and can be cheaply processed into a valuable ingredient. Many of the sugars and calories are also removed during processing, making this a healthful way to get important nutrients.

LSU AgCenter scientists have invented a new method to increase the disease and fungal resistance in plants and crops. This process genetically modifies plants to produce and accumulate more antimicrobial peptides, which give a broad resistance to pathogens. This reduces the need for constant monitoring and treatment for plant- and crop-related diseases.

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed a method to purify fish oils and enrich them with eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and docosahexaenoic (DHA) acids. These compounds are well known for their potential cardiovascular and mental health benefits. This method did not use chemicals to enrich fish oils with EPA and DHA or to the purify fish oils enriched with EPA and DHA. In experiments performed, the EPA and DHA fractions of the fish oil were increased by almost 18% in certain cases.

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed a novel fishing lure material that can enhance fish attractants. The material is biodegradable and water soluble, so it will not cause environmental harm if lost or ingested by fish. The material is also uniquely designed to contain and slowly release fish attractants, meaning that a small amount of attractant will last longer in a given area and potentially lure a larger number of fish.

The following sections of this business plan seek to explain: The mission of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service and the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, the two arms of the AgCenter. The selection of certain agricultural commodities as core to the overall AgCenter mission. Reorganization at the research station level. Reorganization at the academic department level. Effects of restructuring on major extension initiatives. Effects of restructuring on centers a

A new type of nanostructure has been discovered that greatly increases wood’s resistance to water-related damage. The nanostructure makes any water that contacts wood to bead up and roll off the surface as opposed to seeping into it. By strengthening wood at the cellular level, this nanostructure will also protect wood from UV damage, weathering and fungi.

The LSU AgCenter, the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry, Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation and Louisiana Network have joined hands to honor excellence in agriculture with the “Louisiana Farmer of the Year” -- our way of recognizing excellence and your way to nominate an outstanding farmer.

If you have any questions or comments about Gamma Sigma Delta, our 2009-2010 officer contact information is available here.

To become a member please fill out the Membership Information Form.

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of December.

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of January.

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed methods to extract oil from fish that produces a product with fewer impurities, such as free fatty acids and peroxides. The lack of these impurities helps ensure that the oils will last longer and be more beneficial when ingested. Because the method can remove many impurities at once, fewer steps and less time are needed to produce high-quality oil.

Information on the "Lunch and Learn" workshops being offered by the AgCenter.

Graduate Research Assistant - SPESS

Check out the highlights from mini college and get all the latest info about the 2010 convention.

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed pretreatment methods to protect rice against major pathogens, such as Burkholderia glumae, and consequently prevent the development of serious rice diseases, such as panicle blight. Plants would not normally be able to tolerate the infection by certain types of pathogens. However, these pretreatments increase a plant’s pathogen resistance and subsequently allow it to survive the infection process. This will limit losses due to disease and improve yield.

DS Scientific is a Louisiana-based start-up company that sells ionic spore-catching devices developed at the LSU AgCenter to detect and analyze airborne hazards.

This invention is a new type of mechanism that aims to couple the release of wakeboard bindings in order to prevent injuries. Normally, both feet are fixed onto the board by two separate bindings, and both the bindings and the rider remain on the board in the event of a crash. This wakeboard mechanism ensures that both feet are released from the bindings at the same time to prevent twisting of the knees or ankles caused by only one, or neither, foot being released.

This section is to be completed by all employees who are non-U.S. citizens for purposes of fulfilling the tax reporting obligations and complying with the tax laws.

Prepare for the holidays with tips for healthy eating and news from around the state.

What is the LSU AgCenter? How is it funded? What services does it provide? Where is it located?

Intern Assignment - Chancellor's office (Internal applicants only)

Sugar mills in Louisiana may be able to produce high-quantity, value-added products, thanks to innovative techniques developed at the AgCenter.

Members support CASA by collecting school supplies

Provides information for participants in the CSRS.

Higher education in Louisiana is facing a financial crisis. Revenue shortfalls have left all institutions of higher education, including the LSU AgCenter, vulnerable to huge cuts. The AgCenter, unlike most of the other institutions, cannot raise student tuition and fees to help overcome these deficits.

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed a soybean whey rich in lunasin and the Bowman-Birk inhibitor (BBI). The lunasin- and BBI-rich dry powder is easy to use and transport. Lunasin and BBI are well known as anti-inflammatory compounds and anti-oxidants, both of which are useful for sport nutrition products.

The Farmer of the Year awards ceremony is held every year. Provides information and directions for 2012 ceremony.

TransGenRx, a biopharmaceutical manufacturing company, has developed technology that significantly reduces the cost of producing protein-based drugs by using a high-expressing avian cell line combined with their patented vector system.

The LSU AgCenter recognizes that higher education, particularly through the LSU System, is crucial for the economic transformation of Louisiana and the Capital Region.

Impact highlights of how the LSU AgCenter makes a difference through our extension and research programs.

The Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, known as the LSU AgCenter, is one of 11 institutions within the Louisiana State University System. The LSU AgCenter’s mission is to provide the people of Louisiana with research-based educational information that will improve their lives and economic well-being.

This section provides information regarding retirement benefits for CSRS members.

Patent Number: 7,942,943

Part of the HRM Supervisory Training Series which cover th tasks of managing other employees.

OxB Corporation develops unique biocidal compounds invented at the LSU AgCenter that can be used as disinfectants, sanitizers and sterilants.

This section provides information on who to contact and what forms to complete in the event of an address change or a change in family status which affects insurance and/or retirement benefits.

Completed forms should be turned in to your parish council treasurer.

Procedure for selecting Distinguished Service Award Recipients. Also incudes a link to a list of past winners.

Esperance Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a new Louisiana based biopharmaceutical company that develops novel anticancer agents based on patented technologies from the LSU AgCenter, Pennington Biomedical Research Center, and Louisiana State University A&M campuses.

Information for those thinking about retirement under the TRSL system.

Patent Number: 7,585,387

Catch up on all the activities around the state and learn what's planned for the next few months.

Weekly log sheet to record steps and servings of fruits & vegetables

Forms and information applicable to the ORP retirement process.

Several new technologies have been developed by an AgCenter entomologist to kill and/or repel the Formosan subterranean termite.

This sections provides a listing of and a link to the employment documents required for each type of appointment.

Procedure for selecting Achievement Award Recipients. Also includes a listing of past award winners.

AgCenter scientists have invented a vaccine and diagnostic for Bovine Coronavirus (BCoV). Studies with the vaccine have shown that it helps cattle’s immune system produce more BCoV antibodies to fight the disease and protects the herd from catching virus from other infected cattle. Elements of the vaccine can be purified to form an advanced diagnostic that can detect the presence of BCoV to help isolate and prevent future outbreaks.

Main page for LASERS plan members retiring soon with links to options and forms needed.

Index of benefits offered by the LSU AgCenter.

This page will contain information about the LASERS Retirement Plan.

Patent Number: PP18,807

Patent Number: PP17,636

Patent Number: PP18,826

Patent Number: 6,890,960

With the adjournment of the 2010 legislative session, the budget for higher education continues to be impacted,requiring additional reductions in operational funding. Since 2008, the Louisiana budget has continuedto see shortfalls in revenue, making a significant impact on higher education, with the AgCenter experiencingreductions in yearly state appropriated budgets, consistent mid-year reductions and a year-end cut.To date, the LSU AgCenter’s state appropriation has reduced more than $

LSU AgCenter Employment Opportunities

This program provides employees and/or their immediate family members with easy access to confidential assistance for personal and work-related problems which can affect their lives.

The La Bayou is the official newsletter of Louisiana Volunteers for Family & Community, Inc. Topics: Area 5 News, Area 1 News, Water: Our Most Precious Resource, No Time To Work Out? Walk It Off, Associated Country Women Of The World (Acww), Country Women’s Council (Cwc), Lafayette Heritage Skills Workshop, Grant Parish Vfc Chapter Is Growing, St. Martin Annual Holiday Program, The Parable Of The Spoons,

The La Bayou is the official newsletter for LVFC. Topics Include: Area 3 News, Biennial Training, Letha Briggs Receives Award, Diocesan Devoted Service Medal Recipient, Happy 70th Anniversary Lafayette VFC, Jeff Davis Parish Fair Parade Marshal, Legislative Day, Grant VFC Tackles Environment Issues, Stress, The Silent Killer, and Ideas To Help Save $ At The Grocery Store.

Patent Number: 7,226,511

Officers and board members for the Louisiana County Agricultural Agents Association (LCAAA).

See what your friends are doing around the state, catch up on Legislative Day and find out who received membership recognitions.

The invention describes a new process for the creation of activated carbon (or charcoal) from fruit peels or other carbon-containing organic waste materials. The process dramatically increases the drying speed of the organic materials required to capture the carbon. Normally, such drying requires large amounts of energy and time, whereas the proposed method uses less energy and is much faster. The carbon is then activated, or made reactive, with chemicals in a special furnace.

The invention is a microfluidic device particularly well suited to mix chemical or particulate matter, even living cells. The device uses a unique geometry of microchannels that allows passive, nonenergy-intensive mixing of fluids. The geometry also allows a smooth flow of materials, which facilitates more biochemical reactions and avoids problems over multiple cycles. The system works equally well for both mixing thick and watery fluids. Making the device is a simple, single-layered process.

Medical form includes contact info and brief medical history for use in case of emergency. It should be included with registration forms for all overnight activities or trips.

Sample formats for preparing position vacancy announcements.

A new method for preparing a catheter that could have wide-ranging implications to human and animal health has been developed by an AgCenter scientist.

This invention relates to methods to create bio-oil from biomass, solid waste or other carbon-containing material. The process can also convert that oil into usable fuel. The biomass is heated into a vapor and then recondensed into oil. The bio-oil is upgraded into fuel either through the use of radio wave or microwave heating. Heating occurs evenly throughout the material, ensuring a more efficient conversion. The process also grants the bio-oil additional stability.

Foundation Staff Outstanding Service Award

Comprehensive New Employee Orientation

Two poultry demonstration houses at the Hill Farm Research Station house 21,400 birds each. With alternative heating and energy savings as big concerns among Louisiana poultry growers, one house is equipped with radiant tube heating, and the other is heated by standard radiant brooders.

2011 revised LEAFCS Handbook.

This invention relates to methods to purify ballast water in ships. Heating and ultrasonic processing have been demonstrated to address this problem. The heating method pumps the ballast water through a novel system that kills organisms and cycles the treated water back into the environment. The ultrasonic system kills organisms, cycles the treated water back into the environment and is particularly well suited for portable use.

This invention is a new set of DNA primers that allows scientists to test for live Salmonella. The unique primers, when combined with certain DNA amplification techniques, make many copies of a particular piece of DNA found in Salmonella so that various tests can detect the bacteria in very small samples of material. Chemicals are added to distinguish between living and dead cells, further increasing accuracy by making sure only living cells are copied.

Catch up on LVFC events including registration forms for Live Fit – Taking Steps to a Healthier You New & Improved Mini College.

Ganelle Bullock Staff Outstanding Service Award

Outstanding Service Award for Associates

The Aggregate Newsletter Summer 2011

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed a clarifying device that separates solid particles from liquid suspensions. Turbulent eddies are not created when liquid enters the clarifier, which increases the separation efficiency by preventing solids from being carried over into the clear liquid. The design also allows solids to settle faster and decreases the residence time in the system. The new clarifiers are estimated to cost 30-50% less compared with state-of-the-art clarifiers.

This section provides the definition and forms required for processing a request for arrangements for an international visitor.

LSU AgCenter scientists have developed a method to extract oil from various lipid-containing sources such as seeds, soybeans or algae that can be turned into biofuel. The process uses microwave energy to break down the cell walls of materials to release the oil with a lesser need for solvents and a lower overall use of energy than mechanical methods such as grinding or pressing. This integrated, continuous process allows for faster oil extraction by using rapid heating and pressurization.

LSU AgCenter scientists have been using transformation vectors to create transgenic plants and animals with increased productivity and/or disease resistance.

This invention is a new type of piling system that can quickly produce strong and durable posts and support structures. This pile expands in the ground to create a pocket that concrete can than be poured into for additional strength. The piling can resist wind force and rot and is relatively inexpensive to use and produce. The piles can be easily scaled down for residential applications or used for larger industrial applications.

This section provides the definition and forms required for processing a request for the employment of a foreign national into a specialty occupation.

This section provides the definition and forms required for processing a request for the employment of a Canadian or Mexican citizen..

Patent Number: 7,888,039

Professor and Head - Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering

Thanks to Dewayne Ingram, University of Kentucky, for serving as administrative advisor to SERA-IEG 27 from circa 1996-2009.

Annual report from the SERA-IEG 27 meeting held in Fayetteville, AR.

Officer and board members for SERA-IEG 27 for the 2009-2010 term.

Minutes from the SERA-IEG 27 meeting held in Fayetteville, AR.

LSU AgCenter scientists have discovered a new way to detoxify and recycle chromate copper arsenate-treated wood. This technique removes the CCA from the wood, allowing both to be used again for other purposes, such as the production of polymer materials and chemicals. The process is fast, requires few materials and removes more total chemicals than other methods currently available.

The administration and staff of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service state office

AgCenter scientists have invented a new decision support system to improve irrigation scheduling and the quality of harvested sweet potatoes. The system maximizes the number of sweet potato storage roots through the use of a small group of solar-powered sensors. It can also determine proper irrigation rates and schedules and forecast potential yield to profitability. The system’s data are accessible through mobile phones, web-based applications and text messages to maximize convenience.

Awards

This section includes an alphabetical listing of useful reference material.

This section covers the savings program created by the State of Louisiana to help residents save for their children's postsecondary education.

This section is for office managers who are responsible for processing employment forms and/or payrolls.

AgCenter scientists have discovered a novel use for rice hulls as a biofiltration medium. The high amount of surface area, low carbon content and unique shape promote the growth of bacteria that degrade pollutants. Because rice hulls are waste materials, they are readily available and affordable for use. In addition, their high silica content prevents them from degrading quickly.

2011-2012 officers and board members for SERA-IEG 27.

Minutes of the 2011 SERA-IEG 27 meeting held in Athens, GA.

The Foundation will facilitate the transfer and commercialization of university intellectual property to the marketplace for the benefit of the University, the individual inventors and the Louisiana economy. The Foundation shall provide proactive leadership, direction and support in this process, and align its research endeavors with the economic need to enhance the competitiveness of existing businesses, develop new enterprises and create new jobs in Louisiana .

The Plant Variety Protection Office (PVPO) administers the Plant Variety Protection Act (PVPA) by issuing Certificates of Protection in a timely manner. The Act provides legal intellectual property rights protection to developers of new varieties of plants which are sexually reproduced (by seed) or tuber-propagated.

The EPO holds information on issued European patents and published Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) patents.

Experience education at its best!

The USPTO is an agency of the Department of Commerce. Use this site to search for issued patents, published patent applications and trademarks.

The Bayh-Dole Act is the piece of legislation that has allowed university technology transfer to become what it is today. Enacted in 1980, the Act sets all of the ground rules regarding federally funded university research.

An economic development resource for Louisiana businesses, university faculty and others to identify potential collaborators in the state.

A tutorial on how to read a patent.

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is an international organization dedicated to promoting the use and protection of works of the human spirit. These works -- intellectual property -- are expanding the bounds of science and technology and enriching the world of the arts. Through its work, WIPO plays an important role in enhancing the quality and enjoyment of life, as well as creating real wealth for nations.

AUTM is an exhaustive resource for your intellectual property and technology transfer questions.

Our team assists LSU AgCenter faculty and staff with their intellectual property needs and acts as the liaison for outside business with licensing opportunities.

The Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, known as the LSU AgCenter, is one of 11 institutions within the Louisiana State University System. The LSU AgCenter’s mission is to provide the people of Louisiana with research-based educational information that will improve their lives and economic well-being.

This invention is a phosphorous and ammonia removal system for livestock farms. The device treats wastewater to separate the compounds in solid form and returns clean, treated water. Both the phosphorus and processed ammonia can be used as common fertilizers or reprocessed for agricultural and nonagricultural uses. Using this device can lower the amount of phosphorous and ammonia that enters the environment as well as remove 99.9999 percent of coliform bacteria to ensure a cleaner farm.

Information about undergraduate and graduate funding opportuities for international students.

The degree is designed to equip I.S. graduates with critical skills, flexible thinking, creativity, and a cosmopolitan view of world issues.

Links to information about international education News and events.

A photo of SERA-IEG representatives and guests at the Coastal Plain Research Arboretum, Tifton, GA.

Patent Number: 7,291,607

Patent Number: 7,351,744

A brief overview of the organization

AgCenter scientists have developed a new encapsulation formulation to increase the solubility of statin and icariin compounds. The increase in solubility was tens of thousands fold for both compounds according to lab experiments. This can greatly increase the bioavailability, or absorption into the body, of statin- and icariin-related drugs. Both concepts have been formulated into powders with relatively high drug loads. All ingredients used in the process are natural.

This is a new method to approximate and analyze the Glycemic Index (GI) for foods that contain carbohydrates and sugars by using a unique mixture of enzymes. No test subjects or blood samples are needed; only a small sample of the food you wish to analyze. This fast, accurate and cost-effective method can help companies measure and lower GI in their products.

Minutes for the Louisiana County Agricultural Agents Association.

AgCenter scientists have created a new type of spicy and delicious hot sauce that does not require fermentation before using. This reduces storage time and cost and gets the product to the customer faster.

This invention is a method of identifying Chinese tallow tree seeds at various stages of maturity. It can be incorporated into a harvester to provide quick and accurate harvesting of the seeds. This ensures minimal damage to other nearby crops and increases the amount of seeds gathered. Due to the rapid growth and invasive nature of the Chinese tallow tree, this will be useful whether you wish to use the seeds as a resource or eliminate them as a pest.

This invention is a method to greatly enhance the cancer-fighting effectiveness of natural oil extracts and incorporate them into food. Confections and fried foods can gain an anti-carcinogenic benefit and still taste great. The extract does not require high doses to be effective, and there is no risk to normal cells or toxicity.

This invention is a new product that completely eliminates the burning sensation from consuming spicy foods and hot sauces. It can be produced in either tablet or liquid form and should be taken right after consuming a spicy dish. With this technology, you can take the bite out of your next bite to eat and enjoy a wider range of hot foods and flavors.

AgCenter scientists have discovered a new natural extract that prevents bread from molding. Bread treated with this substance is stable for eight days at room temperate without any mold growth. This allows customers to enjoy their bread over a longer period and reduces the risk of eating bread with fungus on it.

AgCenter scientists have developed a new method to add coenzyme Q10 and other materials that are not well absorbed by the body to a wide variety of food products. Both the solubility and the absorption by the gastrointestinal tract are increased, leading to maximum usage efficiency. With this technology, meats, dairy products, and eggs can all deliver significant amounts of Q10 to the body. Q10 has been linked to reducing migraines and lowering blood pressure, making it a must for your meals.

This invention is a new type of carbohydrate that increases the bulk and satiety of food. These carbohydrates increase the amount of fiber and decrease the number of calories in food without affecting the taste, smell, or cooking characteristics. This makes them ideal for weight management because increasing fullness will lead to people eating less and being healthier. These carbohydrates can be used in many types of snacks and tasty treats like health bars and cookies.

AgCenter scientists have created a partial substitute for bleached flour used in the preparation of baked goods and pastas. Using this new substitute adds omega 3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acid to the final product. These compounds offer many benefits to the heart, lower insulin resistance and can help to fight certain types of cancer.

This is a new, all-natural process to extract higher amounts of lutein from corn. After corn has been processed by this unique method, almost 25 percent more lutein can be extracted. Lutein is a strong antioxidant that can reduce eyesight degeneration and may reduce certain forms of cancer. This makes its increase in the diet quite valuable to young and old consumers alike.

AgCenter scientists have invented a new method to add fenugreek to a wide variety of foods and drinks. Meats, breads, eggs, muscadine juice and tea can all contain a high-enough level of fenugreek to help prevent glucose absorption and lower the glycemic index of the food or drink. This is important for both weight maintenance and managing diabetes as high glycemic index and high-sugar foods contribute to obesity and diabetes.

A new natural plant extract has been discovered that inhibits cell signaling pathways to prevent certain cells from communicating and growing. By strongly inhibiting multiple cell signaling pathways, such as mTOR and P13K/Akt, this new material can eliminate very late-stage prostate cancers that have previously been difficult to treat. It also can block certain proteins and enzymes linked to diabetes, obesity and tissue inflammation.

This invention is a novel combination of natural extracts that has the ability to strongly inhibit the development of blood vessels that feed cancer and other diseases related to blood vessel growth, such as psoriasis. The synergistic interaction of these materials increases efficacy, and the body can readily absorb the extracts through the skin. This material also has shown promise in vitro to overcome cells’ natural drug resistance and defenses.

AgCenter scientists have invented a new gene-transfer vector. The vector minimizes size and maximizes biological activity to make more copies of a desired gene. The genes can be more effectively transferred into the DNA of a crop plant to make it have desired characteristics, such as insect and herbicide resistance. The vector can also be used to transfer a desired gene to human and animal cells, fungi, bacteria and other organisms.

Teaching outline, ppt & fact sheet on the credit card laws

Lesson guide and materials for youth & adults

Teaching outline & ppt dispelling common myths on aging.

Teaching packet on bullying, including PowerPoint, group activities and teaching guide.

teaching guide for lesson on LA foods

Chart of possible safety lesson ideas for all ages. Topics include; Fshing, Cyber-safety, Bullying, Skateboarding, Bicycling, Outdoor Cookery, Recreational Water, Severe Weather, Home Alone, Sun, Insect Repellent, Poison Ivy and Identity Thief.

Every year Chi Epsilon Sigma gives out the Award of Excellence to one deserving member of the organization that meets certain criteria based on the nomination. This year's winner is Patricia Bollich, Scientific Research Technologist in Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology Department.

Every year Chi Epsilon Sigma awards the 'Above and Beyond the Call of Duty' award to one deserving paid member of the organization by accepting nominations from anyone in the LSU AgCenter. This year's winner was Jodi Davis, Administrative Coordinator 4 in Knapp Hall.

Chi Epsilon Sigma presents one Angela Hood Sunshine Award to a deserving member who has shown Angela's sunny disposition and personality throughout the year. This year's winner is Faye Ritchie from West Feliciana Parish.

Charles E. Dunbar, Jr. Career Service Award

Chi Epsilon Sigma - Epsilon Chapter, an organization for support staff of the LSU AgCenter, gives out two scholarships annually for members who submit an application in the fall. The scholarships are $250 each and may be used towards classes, seminars, books, class supplies, etc. in professional development.

Membership into Chi Epsilon Sigma - Epsilon Chapter is open to LSU AgCenter support staff. The membership year begins on January 1 of each year. Any current member may be contacted for more information.

The officers of Chi Epsilon Sigma consist of president, president-elect, secretary, treasurer, and immediate past president. There are nine directors that sit on the board.

Employee resource for all things Wellness-related.

This section provides salary guidelines for AgCenter positions.

This section provides references relative to Civil Service employees.

A list of committees and committee members for 2009-2010 for the LSU chapter of Gamma Sigma Delta, the Honor Society of Agriculture.

This section provides definitions of the visa classifications commonly used by the AgCenter and instructions to units regarding the processing of immigration documents.

CPTP Computer Based Training

CPTP Training Program

Here you can find links to all of the Intellectual Property Offices in the LSU System.

Gamma Sigma Delta is an honor society dedicated to recognizing your academic achievements and/or accomplishments as a student, faculty member, alumnus or industry and university supporter. Learn more about Gamma Sigma Delta here.

Juniors, seniors, graduate students, faculty, alumni and outstanding individuals in agriculture and related sciences can become members of Gamma Sigma Delta if they meet membership criteria.

2011 data on forestry, crops, animals, fisheries and other enterprises based in agriculture and natural resources add up to multibillion-dollar industries for the state of Louisiana. This handy pocket-sized publication provides details on Louisiana agriculture and natural resources, the number of farms and farmers and much more. (PDF format only)

Provides information about the LSU AgCenter 's Diversity Center.

Information about membership in Gamma Sigma Delta.

National Gamma Sigma Delta Web Page

Provides a listing of holidays and celebrations for the month of November.

A copy of the LSU Gamma Sigma Delta Chapter Constitution.

Richard Fontenot can’t sit still. With more than 2,500 acres to farm, he can’t afford to. But his efforts and contributions to Louisiana agriculture led to his being named the 2008 Louisiana Farmer of the Year.

This section provides charts listing amounts of leave accrued based on years of service and type of appointment.

LVFC was the first organizational donor for La House

This page contains template forms for invention disclosures, material transfer agreements, confidentiality agreements, PM-11 and PM-67. These are sample agreements provided for informational purposes. Given the often-unique nature of the technology and information exchanged under such agreements, the Office of Intellectual Property respectfully requests that LSU AgCenter faculty or other interested parties contact the OIP directly.

Louisiana produces about 90 percent of the nation’s crawfish, with 70 percent of that consumed locally. The LSU AgCenter conducts research on crawfish production to keep this industry viable.

A grassy plant used worldwide for erosion control and a new pop-up termite indicator may provide new, environmentally safe weapons in the arsenal to combat subterranean termites.

A List of Louisiana County Agricultural Agents Association State Committee Chairs and State Committees.

AgCenter scientists have created a new molecule to stop atherosclerosis. The molecule prevents plaque from building on and sticking to the artery walls, reducing the chances of blood clots that can lead to heart attacks and strokes. It functions as an antioxidant designed to stick to plaque better and prevent more from forming.

Supplemental content for the Chancellor's Challenge blog.

Disclaimer regarding LSU AgCenter policy statements.

(10/12/07) An accounting of what Chancellor Richardson ate during Day 3 of the Chancellor's Challenge.

(10/11/07) An accounting of what Chancellor Richardson ate during Day 2 of the Chancellor's Challenge.

Click a link to view a week's worth of posts.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

4-H’ers from 22 parishes attended the LSU AgCenter 4-H Food and Fitness Camp January 24-25 at the Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center near Pollock. This year’s theme was "The Wonderful World of 4-H," borrowing from Walt Disney movies and characters, according to LSU AgCenter nutrition expert Catrinel Stanciu, advisor to the 4-H State Food and Fitness Board.

A monthly calendar of events relating to Diversity is provided in this section.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

This section contains information on issues critical to employee management.

This section provides the EEO policy, summary of laws and AgCenter affirmative action plans.

This section provides the EEO policy, summary of laws and AgCenter affirmative action plans.

The following links are to various resources which provide additional information about Diversity.

Dr. Paul Coreil Vice-Chancellor and Director Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

e-Directions is an information-sharing newsletter issued at least bi-monthly to help keep you updated on Extension-related issues covering restructuring, programming opportunities, strategic plan initiatives and enhancements and other information of interest.

Updates from the Extension Director

Representatives from the Cooperative Extension Services in Louisiana, Arkansas and Mississippi met last week (Nov. 13) in Oak Grove to discuss how and when they will bring educational and outreach programs to the economically depressed Mississippi Delta region.

To reduce losses caused by hungry birds, aquaculture farmers spend as much as $100,000 a year on abatement programs. Now, two LSU AgCenter agricultural engineers have developed robotic boats to keep these predators out of commercial ponds.

(Distributed 11/26/03) The LSU AgCenter held a groundbreaking ceremony this week (Nov. 24) for a new research and extension center building near Clinton.

A project to build new offices and educational facilities in Avoyelles Parish moved one step closer to reality late last month when Allen Canning Co. made a donation.

Carol Ali Jenkins, an Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program employee from the Orleans Parish, is one of 24 national winners of the Excellence in EFNEP Award.

Sugar mills in Louisiana may be able to produce high-quality, value-added products, thanks to innovative techniques developed by Dr. Michael Saska, a researcher at the LSU AgCenter’s Audubon Sugar Institute.