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      <title>Wheat crop in good condition</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:19:17 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 04/20/12) Wheat producers have had some anxious moments this season. A warm and wet winter is ideal for diseases that target wheat. And the warm and drier weather over the past several weeks has caused the wheat to mature early according to LSU AgCenter wheat specialist Ed Twidwell. (Runtime 1:04) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 04/10/12) High commodity prices benefit farmers, but they could be driving up rents farmers pay for land. Farmers in some areas of Louisiana are seeing land rents increase dramatically, and LSU AgCenter economist Kurt Guidry says this could hurt their bottom line and affect production decisions. (Runtime: 1:35) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Some rice farmers shifting to conventional varieties</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 04/03/12) Clearfield rice varieties have allowed farmers to use herbicides on their rice to kill the red rice weed. These varieties have been popular among farmers. But LSU AgCenter rice specialist Johnny Saichuk says this year more farmers are returning to conventional varieties. (Runtime: 1:25) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/23/12) The start of cotton planting is still a few weeks away, and acreage is expected to be down. LSU AgCenter cotton specialist John Kruse says the strong prices that hit close to $1 a pound have moderated. (Runtime: 1:10 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 04/05/12) Eggs in pastel or neon shades grace many Easter baskets. Dyeing eggs is a fun tradition, but food safety guidelines should be followed. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames explains how to safely cook eggs for dyeing. (Runtime: 1:15) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 04/02/12) Louisiana rice acreage will be down this year. Farmers are cutting back on the amount of rice they are planting because of discouraging prices. LSU AgCenter rice specialist Johnny Saichuk says other commodities are more appealing. (Runtime: 1:20) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:40:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/30/12) The seven principles of healthy housing can help homeowners live better. Diane Scimeca, LSU AgCenter healthy homes coordinator, says having a healthful home can lower health care costs. Scimeca will present a workshop on creating a healthful home environment. (Runtime: 1:20) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Corn planting gets early start</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:30:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Value of La. agriculture rises in 2011</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:58:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/26/12) Agriculture was worth $10.7 billion to the state’s economy last year according to numbers from the LSU AgCenter’s 2011 Ag Summary. This was up seven percent from 2010 and represents a strong improvement in agricultural production in Louisiana over the past few years, says John Westra, LSU AgCenter economist. (Runtime: 1:50) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Students learn ways to protect La. wetlands</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:58:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:46:08 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/21/12) Farmers in Louisiana took advantage of warm weather to get an early start to their corn planting. Planting began back in February, and LSU AgCenter corn specialist John Kruse says about 35 percent of the crop has been planted. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Video News 03/20/12) What you put on your plate will influence what your children want on theirs. Serving up healthful options is the goal during National Nutrition Month. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard reports that changing what’s on your plate can help set up children for a healthier lifestyle. (Runtime: 1:48) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 15:13:29 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/16/12) Students dipped their nets into a pond, scooping up muddy water and a variety of tiny aquatic insects.  The students were participating in the Louisiana Wetlands Exploration Day at the Shell Robert Training Facility. LSU AgCenter’s youth wetlands team, which includes Mindy McCallum Brooks, helped organize the event. (Runtime: 1:50) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 18:52:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/09/12) What’s on your plate? What about your child’s? Those are questions nutritionists want you to consider this month during National Nutrition Month as they encourage people to get their plates in shape. (Runtime: 1:45) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Wet winter could lead to more plant diseases</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:29:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Video News 03/02/12) Temperatures rarely dipped below freezing in many areas of Louisiana this winter. While the warmer weather is a welcome for some, it could cause problems for farmers. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard reports that crop diseases could be worse this year because of the above-average temperatures. (Runtime: 1:32) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Wet winter threatens wheat crop</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 12/14/11) The LSU AgCenter’s Southeast Research Station held a field day to show dairy farmers pasture and grazing techniques that can help their cows produce milk more cheaply and efficiently. Station coordinator Mike McCormick explains. (Runtime: 1:10 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 12/13/11) In the southeast portion of the state, LSU AgCenter researchers are helping Louisiana’s dairy industry survive despite challenges like high prices for fuel, feed and fertilizer. Milk prices have been high, but Mike McCormick, coordinator of the LSU AgCenter's Southeast Research Station, says that hasn’t helped producers. (Runtime: 1:10) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Know terms before shopping daily deals</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 11/15/11) Louisiana cooks will find the cost of the basic Thanksgiving dinner down this year. An LSU AgCenter survey shows the 2011 Thanksgiving market basket will average $39.10 for 10 people. That’s a decrease of $1.49 from last year’s Baton Rouge average of $40.68. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Salt water, lack of water complicate crawfish crop</title>
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      <title>Dairy research spans from 'cow to cone'</title>
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      <title>Field day participants learn about research behind beautiful plants</title>
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      <title>'MyPlate' plan simplifies healthful eating</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 9/30/08) Hurricane Ike tipped the losses in the Louisiana sweet potato crop to 50 percent. Farmer Ken Thornhill in Franklin Parish has started harvesting his fields, but he said he is seeing some encouraging results. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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