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      <dc:creator>JBaldwin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jack L. Baldwin)</dc:creator>
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      <description><![CDATA[The Argentine ant, an exotic species brought to New Orleans from South America in the late 1800s, is found throughout the state after being transported in nursery stock and by cars, boats and RVs. Their huge colonies, with millions of workers and hundreds of queens, extend for miles.  Identifying characteristics, areawide management and cultural controls incuded. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2005 21:20:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>JBaldwin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jack L. Baldwin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Control External Parasites of Beef Cattle</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2006 19:44:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>JBaldwin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jack L. Baldwin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>The South American Rice Leaf Miner</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The South American rice leaf miner, Hydrellia wirthi Korytkowski, is an  insect pest of rice in the United States. It affected several rice fields in southwest Louisiana and southeast Texas in 2004. Topics include description and life cycle, injury, scouting and managment.  Color photos also included. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Corn Borer Pests in Louisiana</title>
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      <title>Bug Biz:  Fire Ants</title>
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      <dc:creator>DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Field Diary for Recording the Application of Restricted Use Pesticides</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The 1990 farm bill or the Food, Agriculture, Conservation and Trade Act of 1990 (FACT), Subtitle H, section 1491 requires that private applicators maintain records of the restricted-use pesticides (RUP) applied. This Field Diary will allow the producer to keep records of a complete history of each field. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>KNix@agcenter.lsu.edu (Karen Nix)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Agriculture:  Multibillion Dollar Industry for Louisiana</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Agriculture is a multibillion dollar industry for Louisiana -- creating jobs and generating income in rural and urban areas. This publication contains facts about Louisiana's agricultural commodities, agriculture's monetary value in 2010, what agriculture is and what agriculture means to you. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>MFannin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Matt Fannin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Double-cropping Soybeans and Wheat in Louisiana</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:04:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Considerable research has been done by LSU AgCenter scientists on wheat/soybean double-cropping systems since the 1970s.  This fact sheet compiles research and observations from recent studies in central Louisiana to aid producers in developing soybean production practices in a wheat/soybean double-cropping system. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>REFerguson@agcenter.lsu.edu (Robert E. Ferguson)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Commercial Blueberry Production</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2005 15:48:48 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Commercial blueberry production in Louisiana had its beginning more than 40 years ago with the introduction of improved varieties of rabbiteye blueberry (Vaccinium ashei). Commercial blueberry potential in Louisiana can be measured in terms of how well you select a site, choose cultivars and plan for cultural practices.This publication includes information on soils, site preparation, fertilization and pruning. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DHimelrick@agcenter.lsu.edu (David G. Himelrick)</dc:creator>
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      <title>The Pest Ants of Louisiana:  A Guide to Their Identification, Biology and Control</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Ants range from mildly irritating to highly annoying. Knowing the species, its biology and potential control methods can help you manage them. This is a useful reference for pest management professionals, extension personnel and homeowners.  A key to ants, color photographs, diagrams and a glossary are included. Spiral-bound copies are available for $12.50 each. To purchase using a major credit card, click on "order publication." - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Agritourism Best Management Practices and Plan of Operation</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This publication contains the definition for the plan of operation and suggests best management practices for agritourism professionals to use to minimize their risks in order to comply with La R.S. 9:2795.5, the limited liability agritourism law passed by the Louisiana Legislature in 2008. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DHatch@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dora Ann Hatch)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Farm Record Book</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2005 15:08:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The Louisiana Farm Record Book provides a farmer with an organized system for keeping vital records. Its 72 pages (plus cover) provide space for recording farm income and expenses, as well as data on loans, open accounts, land use and crops planted. It also provides a means of producing an income statement, evaluating cash flow, analyzing farm enterprises and more. Cost: $10 plus tax and shipping.  Order a printed copy through our online store by using the Order Publication button. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>LShoalmire@agcenter.lsu.edu (Lynda K. Shoalmire)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Protecting Louisiana's Waters Using Best Management Practices</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2005 15:11:03 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Best management practices (BMPs) are used by agricultural producers to control the generation and delivery of pollutants from agricultural activities to water resources of the state, thereby reducing the amount of agricultural pollutants entering surface and ground waters. This publication includes information on five main areas: nutrient  management, pesticide management, soil and water management, pasture management and general farm BMPs. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>BLeblanc@agcenter.lsu.edu (Brian D. LeBlanc)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Rice Production Best Management Practices</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2005 15:21:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This guide describes the conservation measures or Best Management Practices (BMPs) for rice production implemented primarily for the purpose of conserving and protecting soil and water resources by controlling the movement of potential agricultural pollutants into surface water and groundwater. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>BLeblanc@agcenter.lsu.edu (Brian D. LeBlanc)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Shealth Blight of Rice</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Sheath blight has been the most economically significant disease of rice in Louisiana since the early 1970s. The disease is caused by a fungal pathogen of both rice and soybeans. This fact sheet describes the symptoms of the disease and gives suggested management procedures. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>CHollier@agcenter.lsu.edu (Clayton A. Hollier)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Avian Influenza</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[What is avian influenza (bird flu)?  What are the hosts for avian influenza? How is avian influenza transmitted from bird to bird? What are the signs of avian influenza in birds?  Find these answers and more in this one-page fact sheet. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TLavergne@agcenter.lsu.edu (Theresia Lavergne)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Avian Influenza</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2005 21:24:56 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[What is avian influenza (bird flu)?  What are the hosts for avian influenza? How is avian influenza transmitted from bird to bird? What are the signs of avian influenza in birds?  Find these answers and more in this one-page fact sheet. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2005 22:10:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bug Biz: Removing Bees From Walls</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The process of removing honeybees from walls in a house is complex. This publication explains how to safely and properly remove the bees from your walls. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Bug Biz: The Fall Webworm</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This publication includes a description and information on the distribution and hosts, life cycle, types of injury to your trees and control of the fall webworm. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DRing@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dennis R. Ring)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Double-cropping Cotton and Wheat in Louisiana</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Wheat acreage in Louisiana has increased significantly because of higher wheat prices. With the increase in wheat acreage, interest has risen considerably in double-cropping cotton after wheat is harvested.  Recommendations for growing cotton in a double-cropped production system with wheat in 2007 are included. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>RLeonard@agcenter.lsu.edu (Billy R. Leonard)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Pecan Scab Disease</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Pecan scab disease is the most economically damaging disease of pecan production in the southeastern United States. The disease affects stem, leaf and nut growth, causing reduced yield. This publication includes information on the development, symptoms and control of the disease. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>RSanderlin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Randy S. Sanderlin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Managing Corn and Grain Sorghum Insect Pests</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2005 19:50:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[2011 recommended treatments and thresholds for corn and grain sorghum insects.  Brief biological sketches of pests included. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JBaldwin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jack L. Baldwin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Improving Sweet Potato Production Efficiency Series</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:11:52 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[A publication series focusing on improving sweet potato production efficiency, including optimization of the root initiation process, soil moisture management and transplant quality as they relate to maximizing yield and crop quality. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TSmith@agcenter.lsu.edu (Tara Smith)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Chinch Bugs as a Pest of Corn and Grain Sorghum</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The chinch bug is commonly found in all areas of Louisiana feeding on a variety of grass crops and wild grasses. In some years it is an economic pest on corn and grain sorghum, especially if high populations migrate into these crops in the early spring when plants are young. To prevent stand loss and yield reductions, it is important to understand the biology and behavior of this pest as it relates to corn and grain sorghum. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JBaldwin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jack L. Baldwin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Agricultural Sprayer Calibration</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 20:37:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This publication helps to understand the importance of calibration of sprayers.  Hand-ons examples guide the reader through different phases of calibration. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>RBarbosa@agcenter.lsu.edu (Roberto N. Barbosa)</dc:creator>
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      <title>The Louisiana Master Farmer Program</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2005 19:47:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The Master Farmer Program is an effort to demonstrate that agricultural producers can and will voluntarily reduce the impact that agricultural production has on Louisiana’s environment. The Master Farmer Program has three components: Environmental Stewardship, Agricultural Production and Farm Management (Economics). The Environmental Stewardship component has three phases, all of which are discussed in this publication. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DSMorgan@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donna S. Morgan)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Brixing to Improve Sugarcane Quality</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2005 15:45:42 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This publication includes information on the process of brixing and how it can help improve sugarcane quality. It also includes information on the correct treatments for your fields with the highest brix. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>BLegendre@agcenter.lsu.edu (Benjamin L. Legendre)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Broadcast Baits for Fire Ant Control</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[A Southern IPM Center publication.  When choosing a broadcast bait to control imported fire ants, consumers and professional pesticide applicators face a confusing array of brand names and active ingredients with varying product performances. This guide addresses common concerns about broadcast baits to help consumers and professionals choose products that best fit their needs and situations. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>LHooper@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda M. Hooper-Bui)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Sugarcane Best Management Practices</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Sugarcane is the highest-valued row crop grown in Louisiana. For sugarcane production to continue to thrive in Louisiana, responsible management of soil and water resources should be a priority. This guide lists the Best Management Practices (BMPs) to use in Louisiana sugarcane production. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>KGravois@agcenter.lsu.edu (Kenneth Gravois)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Sugarcane Production Handbook</title>
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      <title>Cutworms in Cotton</title>
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      <dc:creator>RBagwell@agcenter.lsu.edu (Ralph D. Bagwell)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Health Care and Nutritional Management of Beef Bulls</title>
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      <title>Sugarcane Variety Identification Guide - Louisiana 2012</title>
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      <title>Sanitation in the Sweet Potato Packinghouse</title>
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      <dc:creator>DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Converting Fertilizer Rates from Tons to Teaspoons</title>
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      <dc:creator>JStevens@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jr., J. Cheston Stevens)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Suggested Chemical Weed Management Guide</title>
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      <title>Managing Cucumber Beetles (Rootworms) in Louisiana Sweet Potato Production</title>
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      <title>Louisiana Conservation Tillage Handbook</title>
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      <title>Beef Cattle Production in Louisiana - A Handbook</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2005 15:27:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Meat Goat Selection, Carcass Evaluation and Fabrication</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jul 2006 17:43:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Louisiana On-Farm Cotton Variety Trial Summary</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:29:54 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Each year, the LSU AgCenter conducts a number of on-farm cotton variety trials. These trials can be a useful supplement to Official Variety Trial (OVT) information as well as other sources of data on which to base cotton variety selection decisions. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DBoquet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donald J. Boquet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Plant Pathology:  Downy Mildew on Cucurbits</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Downy mildew is a potentially devastating disease of all cucurbits. Disease symptoms, development, control measures and color photographs of symptoms on pumpkin, cucumber and watermelon are included. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DFerrin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donald M. Ferrin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Monthly Beef Cattle Management Calendar &amp; Workbook</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2005 21:28:46 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This publication is intended to be a reminder of beef cattle management practices thought to be appropriate for each month of the year. If referred to frequently each month, it could also be considered a workbook for beef cattle management. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>KHarborth@agcenter.lsu.edu (Karl Harborth)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Understanding Louisiana Soils</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2008 20:26:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[How much do you know about the soil beneath your feet? We depend on soils to support our homes, grow our food and fiber, and even clean our water. Yet many people know remarkably little about one of our most vital natural resources: our soil.  This publication gives a general overview of soils, their importance and sources of data in Louisiana. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DWeindorf@agcenter.lsu.edu (David Weindorf)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Perennial Grasses Infesting Louisiana's Rice</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2005 15:02:28 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This publication includes keys to identification of water paspalum, brook paspalum, knotgrass and perennial barnyardgrass.  (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JSaichuk@agcenter.lsu.edu (John K. Saichuk)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Spreader Setup for Aerial Application</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 16:01:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Spreaders are attached to agricultural aircraft and used to distribute seeds, fertilizers and dry chemical products. Aricultural aviation has proven to be a fast and efficient form of product application to our crops. Information on adjustments, spreader mounting, application altitude, swath width, application rate, GPS sensors, variable rate application and LSU AgCenter calibration clinics.  (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Calibration of a Boomless Sprayer Mounted on an ATV</title>
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      <title>Swine Production Best Management Practices</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Best management practices (BMPs) are a set of practices used by farmers to reduce the amount of soil, nutrients, pesticides and microbial contaminants entering surface water and groundwater while maintaining or improving the productivity of agricultural land. This list of BMPs is a guide for selection and implementation of practices that will help swine farmers conserve soil and protect water and air resources by reducing pollutants. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>RSheffield@agcenter.lsu.edu (Ron Sheffield)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Soybean Variety Yields and Production Practices</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2005 21:01:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[2012 Recommendations.  Each year the LSU AgCenter tests commercial soybean varieties that are entered in yield tests by private seed companies. This publication provides information about results of those tests at various locations across the state. For best results using this guide, refer to the tables for variety yield results and pick the location fitting your situation -- or if your farm does not fit any location, choose varieties that performed well at multiple locations. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>RLevy@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jr., Ronald J., Ph.D. Levy)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Cotton Varieties for Louisiana</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:57:55 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[2012 guidelines for cotton production practices associated with planting time and variety selection. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Multi-state Evaulation of Bug Sampling Methods in Blooming Cotton</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2006 15:46:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rice Pest Notes</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:59:46 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Pest Management and Insect Identification Series - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Dairy Production Best Management Practices</title>
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      <title>Dairy Production Best Management Practices</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2005 16:19:58 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Insect Pest Management in Louisiana Sweet Potatoes</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2008 20:44:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>TSmith@agcenter.lsu.edu (Tara Smith)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Figs for Commercial and Home Production in Louisiana</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2005 20:02:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bug Biz:  Fleas</title>
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      <dc:creator>DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Grain Sorghum Hybrids</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/communications/publications/Publications+Catalog/Crops+and+Livestock/Grain+Crops/Grain+Sorghum+Hybrids+for+Grain.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2004 21:16:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[2012 recommendations. This information will help Louisiana producers choose grain sorghum hybrids that have displayed good yield potential and agronomic performance. The LSU AgCenter conducts yearly grain sorghum hybrid yield tests at several locations in Louisiana. This is done to provide producers with unbiased information on hybrid performance under different soil types and climatic conditions. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JKruse@agcenter.lsu.edu (John Kruse)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Rice Varieties and Management Tips</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2005 19:45:06 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[2012 recommendations for rice varieties and management tips for them. Decisions about rice varieties are some of the most critical you will make, and those deicisions have to be made early each year. The information in this publication will help you decide which rice varieties are best suited to your particular growing conditions. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JSaichuk@agcenter.lsu.edu (John K. Saichuk)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Corn Hybrids for Grain</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Nov 2010 14:59:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[2012 Recommendations.  Corn seed manufacturers participated in the LSU AgCenter’s official variety trials and on-farm core block trials. The on-farm core block trials were conducted with 19 varieties over 32 trials throughout the corn-growing areas of Louisiana, with parish agents coordinating trial activities. The corn OVT trials were conducted according to LSU AgCenter best management practices. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JKruse@agcenter.lsu.edu (John Kruse)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Sweet Potato Best Management Practices</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2005 16:45:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Sweet potatoes are an important commodity in Louisiana. Best Management Practices (BMPs) provide sweet potato growers guidelines on what practices they can implement to reduce the impact agricultural practices may have on the environment. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Crawfish Environmental Best Management Practices</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 17:40:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This BMP manual is a guide for the selection, implementation and management of practices that will help growers conserve soil and protect water and air resources. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Bug Biz:  Twospotted Spider Mites in Strawberries</title>
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      <dc:creator>NHummel@agcenter.lsu.edu (Natalie Hummel)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Sweet Potato Quick Facts</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 21:35:16 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Sweet potato nutrition information, per-capita consumption, products and U.S. production statistical information. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TSmith@agcenter.lsu.edu (Tara Smith)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Summary:  Agriculture and Natural Resources</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2008 19:38:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A Survey of the Issues Facing Animal Agriculture in Louisiana</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 19:25:30 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Many issues can affect the management, profitability and sustainability of beef, dairy and poultry operations. This is a survey of the economic, environmental, public policy and production issues facing animal agriculture in Louisiana. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TLavergne@agcenter.lsu.edu (Theresia Lavergne)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Forage Testing:  Why, What and How</title>
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      <dc:creator>ETwidwell@agcenter.lsu.edu (Edward K. Twidwell)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Bug Biz:  Yellow Aphids on Pecans</title>
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      <title>In-House Pasteurization of Broiler Litter</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2006 15:48:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Louisiana poultry growers and others in the industry are looking for more “environmentally friendly” alternatives to those convenionally used to handle the volume of poultry litter generated by the industry. This publication provides information on the methods and results of an LSU AgCenter research and demonstration project on in-house pasteurization of broiler litter.  (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TLavergne@agcenter.lsu.edu (Theresia Lavergne)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Sampling for Plant-parasitic Nematodes</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2005 19:21:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Nematodes are a diverse group of roundworms found throughout Louisiana. Many are important in the environment because they feed on bacteria, fungi and even insects. This publication includes information on nematodes, plant symptoms, field size and the soil sampling procedure. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>COverstreet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Charles Overstreet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Beef Cattle Production Best Management Practices</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The best management practices that apply most directly to the beef industry are in this publication. A brief description, purpose and conditions to which the practice applies are given for each of the BMPs listed. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>FSanders@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jr., Fred S. Sanders)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Cotton Harvest Aid Guidelines for Louisiana</title>
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      <dc:creator>DMiller@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donnie K. Miller)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Cool-season Pasture and Forage Varieties</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[2011-2012 Recommendations.  One of the most important decisions a forage producer must make is which variety or varieties to plant. To help farmers make logical choices among crops and varieties, the LSU AgCenter conducts variety trials and makes recommendations each year. Suggested varieties, seeding rates, planting depths and seeding dates are included. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>ETwidwell@agcenter.lsu.edu (Edward K. Twidwell)</dc:creator>
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      <title>A Conjoint Analysis of Site Selection for the U.S. Broiler Industry: Implications for Louisiana (August 2004)</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/communications/publications/Publications+Catalog/Crops+and+Livestock/Poultry/A+Conjoint+Analysis+of+Site+Selection+for+the+US+Broiler+Industry+Implications+for+Louisiana+August.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2005 15:57:18 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The purpose of this study is to analyze broiler industry executives’ decisions on where to locate a broiler complex in the United States. The specific objectives are to identify factors affecting site locations of broiler complexes in the United States and to measure the effects and relative importance of these factors on the broiler complex location decision. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>WHarrison@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jr, Robert W Harrison)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Calibration of Sugarcane Sprayers</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2005 13:29:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This publication lists procedures and specific examples of how to calibrate sugarcane sprayers. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JGriffin@agcenter.lsu.edu (James L. Griffin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Potential Tax Strategies for Depreciating Broiler Chicken Houses</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 15:57:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The brochure details the impacts of using alternative tax depreciation schedules to improve the cash flow for contract broiler producers.  (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>RPruitt@agcenter.lsu.edu (J. Ross Pruitt)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Commercial Growing of Greenhouse Tomatoes</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2005 16:30:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>HHanna@agcenter.lsu.edu (Hanna Y. Hanna)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Questions About Eastern Equine Encephalitis and Horses</title>
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      <title>Questions About Eastern Equine Encephalitis and Horses</title>
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      <title>Bug Biz:  Blackberry (Raspberry) Crown Borer</title>
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      <dc:creator>DPollet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dale K. Pollet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Farm Inventory Book</title>
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      <title>Bug Biz:  Twospotted Spider Mites in Strawberries</title>
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      <title>Aphids on Cotton</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2005 19:20:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>JBaldwin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jack L. Baldwin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Show Pig Project Facilities</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2005 21:29:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The facilities you need to raise show pigs do not have to be elaborate or expensive. Many different types and sizes of facilities are satisfactory for growing show pigs. Several basic facility options are discussed in this publication. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TPage@agcenter.lsu.edu (Timothy G. Page)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Selecting Your Show Pig</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2005 21:02:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Get the Facts about Citrus Greening (or Huanglongbing)</title>
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      <dc:creator>NHummel@agcenter.lsu.edu (Natalie Hummel)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Management of Wheat Diseases in the Southeastern United States</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2005 21:08:46 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This publication emphasizes the use of a total integrated management system to reduce wheat diseases and the damage they cause in the field. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>CHollier@agcenter.lsu.edu (Clayton A. Hollier)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Rice Production Handbook</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2005 15:40:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>JSaichuk@agcenter.lsu.edu (John K. Saichuk)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Bahiagrass Production and Management</title>
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      <dc:creator>ETwidwell@agcenter.lsu.edu (Edward K. Twidwell)</dc:creator>
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      <title>What Is Soil Electrical Conductivity?</title>
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      <title>Louisiana Plant Pathology:  Rice Diseases</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2010 19:51:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The rice disease identification and management series provides descriptions, epidemiology and control options for each rice disease present in Louisiana. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Sugarcane Yearly Crop Rotation Poster</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[A sugarcane planting can produce up to four crops. This 11-inch-by-17-inch poster shows the sugarcane planting cycle for years one through four. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>KGravois@agcenter.lsu.edu (Kenneth Gravois)</dc:creator>
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      <title>2008 Louisiana Soybean and Grain Report</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/communications/publications/Publications+Catalog/Crops+and+Livestock/Soybeans/2008+Louisiana+Soybean+and+Grain+Report.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 15:49:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This eight-page tabloid-style report includes 14 articles about the latest in research and extension programs of the LSU AgCenter funded in part through the Louisiana Soybean and Grain Research and Promotion Board. Articles include the comeback of wheat production in the state, the multi-disciplinary approach to the “green bean syndrome” in soybeans, new methods for soil tests and the latest on Asian soybean rust. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>LBenedict@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda F. Benedict)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Identifying Herbicide Drift in Rice</title>
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      <dc:creator>EWebster@agcenter.lsu.edu (Eric P. Webster)</dc:creator>
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      <title>A Guide to Poultry Litter Use in Louisiana Rice Production</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 23:17:05 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The use of poultry litter on unproductive areas has increased rice productivity levels in many cases above those realized prior to precision leveling. The use of litter in conjunction with inorganic fertilizers also has been reported to improve yields above those found when using inorganic fertilizers alone. Information on the nutrient content, litter sampling, litter sources and general recommendations are included. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DHarrell@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dustin L. Harrell)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Double-cropping Cotton and Wheat in Louisiana</title>
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      <dc:creator>RLeonard@agcenter.lsu.edu (Billy R. Leonard)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Rice Pests of Louisiana</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2007 19:56:55 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Identification and scouting information for rice water weevils, rice stink bugs, panicle rice mites, rice leafminers and rice stem borers. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>NHummel@agcenter.lsu.edu (Natalie Hummel)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Rice Diseases of Louisiana</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:13:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This publication describes the major rice diseases in Louisiana and the southern United States rice-growing region. Detailed color images of bacterial panicle blight, blast, grain smuts, narrow brown leaf spot, shealth blight, sheath rot, stem rot, water mold and stem rot are included. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DGroth@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donald E. Groth)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Nematode Management in Louisiana Sweet Potato Production</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:35:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Plant-parasitic nematodes can damage plants in many ways and are considered to be a serious threat to sweet potato production in Louisiana. This publication describes problematic nematode species and management strategies available for these pests. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TSmith@agcenter.lsu.edu (Tara Smith)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Weed Management in Sweet Potatoes</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:09:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Effective weed management is a critical aspect to successful sweet potato production since weeds compete for nutrients, water and sunlight and impair crop yield and quality. Perennial weed management, preplant burndown and in-season management included. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TSmith@agcenter.lsu.edu (Tara Smith)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Effects of Palatability on Feed Consumption in Growing Swine</title>
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      <dc:creator>TPage@agcenter.lsu.edu (Timothy G. Page)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Plant Pathology:  Angular Leaf Spot of Strawberries</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 21:45:55 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Angular leaf spot is a common disease of strawberries in Louisiana, particularly during periods of cool, wet weather.   This publication describes the disese and how to manage it. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DFerrin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donald M. Ferrin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Livestock Risk Protection Insurance for Feeder Cattle</title>
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      <dc:creator>RPruitt@agcenter.lsu.edu (J. Ross Pruitt)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Sampling Poultry Litter and Soil for Nutrient Analysis</title>
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      <title>Mexican Rice Borer Identification Card</title>
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      <dc:creator>TSmith@agcenter.lsu.edu (Tara Smith)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Suggested Guidelines for Plant Growth Regulator Use on Louisiana Cotton</title>
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      <dc:creator>DBoquet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donald J. Boquet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Results of the 2004 Demonstration of Spatially Variable Plant Grant Regulator (PGR) and Defoliant Treatments on Cotton</title>
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      <dc:creator>RBarbosa@agcenter.lsu.edu (Roberto N. Barbosa)</dc:creator>
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      <dc:creator>NHummel@agcenter.lsu.edu (Natalie Hummel)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Troubleshooting Milking Systems</title>
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      <title>Louisiana Plant Pathology: Strategies for Sampling Plant-Parasitic Nematodes in Field Crops</title>
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      <dc:creator>COverstreet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Charles Overstreet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Designing Roof Gutters for Barns</title>
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      <dc:creator>RSheffield@agcenter.lsu.edu (Ron Sheffield)</dc:creator>
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      <title>A Guide to Poultry Litter Use in Louisiana Rice Production</title>
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      <dc:creator>DHarrell@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dustin L. Harrell)</dc:creator>
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      <title>The Master Horseman (DVDs)</title>
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      <dc:creator>GHay@agcenter.lsu.edu (Gary M. Hay)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Pecan Spittlebug</title>
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      <dc:creator>MHall@agcenter.lsu.edu (Michael J. Hall)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Bug Biz:  Stink Bugs and Leaffooted Bugs on Pecans</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Stink bugs and leaffooted bugs are found throughout the pecan-producing regions of the United States. They can be found throughout Louisiana.  Description, life cycle, damage and control measures are included. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>MHall@agcenter.lsu.edu (Michael J. Hall)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Pasture Fertilization in Louisiana</title>
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      <dc:creator>ETwidwell@agcenter.lsu.edu (Edward K. Twidwell)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Equine Water Quality Education Series</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:56:26 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The Equine Water Quality Series informs horse owners and the technical specialists who work with them about the potential water-quality effects from horse farms and highlights several practical best management practices (BMPs) that can be used to reduce these effects. Bulletin topics include: horses and water quality, controlling stable runoff, rotational grazing for horses, pasture management, composting horse manure and soil stabilization options for horse owners. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Louisiana Seasonal Cattle Price Patterns</title>
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      <dc:creator>RPruitt@agcenter.lsu.edu (J. Ross Pruitt)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Soybean Insect Identification Guide</title>
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      <dc:creator>RLevy@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jr., Ronald J., Ph.D. Levy)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Country of Origin Labeling (COOL):  A Guide for Louisiana Cattle Producers</title>
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      <dc:creator>RPruitt@agcenter.lsu.edu (J. Ross Pruitt)</dc:creator>
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      <dc:creator>DGroth@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donald E. Groth)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Mexican Rice Borer Identification Card</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:55:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>NHummel@agcenter.lsu.edu (Natalie Hummel)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Mexican Rice Borer Identification Card</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:55:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The Mexican rice borer is a devastating pest of sugarcane and a serious pest of rice. It was first collected in Louisiana in two pheromone traps on Dec. 15, 2008, near two rice fields northwest of Vinton, La.  Identification, injury, scouting and management infomation included. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>NHummel@agcenter.lsu.edu (Natalie Hummel)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Plant Pathology:  Scurf of Sweet Potato</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 17:33:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Scurf is a common disease of sweet potatoes. Proper identification is the key to successful disease management. Use this fact sheet to help you identify and manage this disease.  (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DFerrin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donald M. Ferrin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Plant Pathology:  Reniform Nematode</title>
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      <dc:creator>COverstreet@agcenter.lsu.edu (Charles Overstreet)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Postharvest Handling of Sweet Potatoes</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:53:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>TSmith@agcenter.lsu.edu (Tara Smith)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Nematode Management in Louisiana Sweet Potato Production</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:35:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Plant-parasitic nematodes can damage plants in many ways and are considered to be a serious threat to sweet potato production in Louisiana. This publication describes problematic nematode species and management strategies available for these pests. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TSmith@agcenter.lsu.edu (Tara Smith)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Summary: Agriculture and Natural Resources 2006</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2005 16:16:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This book gives an accounting of the value of agriculture in Louisiana in 2006. It focuses on the animal, forestry, fisheries, plant and wildlife commodities that comprise our vital agricultural industry. This industry continues to contribute significantly to the state’s economy with the potential for increased contributions through value-added processing. (Printed copy available April 16.) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JWestra@agcenter.lsu.edu (John Westra)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Plant Pathology:  Phytophthora Blight of Peppers</title>
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      <dc:creator>DFerrin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donald M. Ferrin)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Schematic Diagram for Seedling Weed Identification in Rice</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:10:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>EWebster@agcenter.lsu.edu (Eric P. Webster)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Louisiana Plant Pathology:  Foliar Diseases of Watermelon</title>
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      <dc:creator>DFerrin@agcenter.lsu.edu (Donald M. Ferrin)</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2007 19:56:55 GMT</pubDate>
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