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    <title>LSU AgCenter . Termites</title>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter . Termites</title>
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      <title>Inspection</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:41:01 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This article emphasizes the importance of inspection and gives information on when and how to perform structural inspections for the presence of termite infestations. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Fumigation Training Manual</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:35:56 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The University of Arkansas General Fumigation Training Manual covers fumigation of structures, food, raw commodities, soil, and agricultural sites. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Pier &amp; Beam Construction</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2005 15:17:18 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Pier-and-beam construction can make temite tubes visible if good contruction techniques are followed. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Monolithic Slab Construction</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2005 15:58:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Exterior Inspection (above foundation)</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Describes the process of conducting an exterior inspection of a structure. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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        <title>Termite damage to exterior wall.</title>
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      <title>What do termites eat?</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:37:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Termites may eat wood, but they could not do it alone. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>CDunaway@agcenter.lsu.edu (Christopher R. Dunaway)</dc:creator>
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      <title>French Quarter Termite Inspection</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:43:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Describes the basic construction types found in the French Quarter and the unique problems that occur with the antique architecture. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Swarming season for Formosan subterranean termites</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2011 19:53:45 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Swarming season for Formosan subterranean termites is about to begin.  The article presents the time these termite swarm. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DRing@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dennis R. Ring)</dc:creator>
      <category domain="http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/termites/"><![CDATA[Termites]]></category>
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      <title>Quarantine On Wood, Cellulose Material After Hurricanes Katrina And Rita</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/formosan_termites/Quarantine+on+wood+cellulose+material+after+hurricanes+Katrina+and+Rita.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2006 19:12:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The commissioner of agriculture in Louisiana imposed a quarantine for the Formosan subterranean termite on October 3, 2005, in Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. The Formosan subterranean termite is the most destructive insect in Louisiana. - 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>LSU AgCenter Expert Suggests Evaluating Termite Treatments After Hurricanes</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/LSU+AgCenter+Expert+Suggests+Evaluating+Termite+Treatments+After+Hurricanes.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2006 15:37:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Owners of South Louisiana property affected by last year’s hurricanes may need to evaluate the termite protection for their homes and other buildings but won’t necessarily need to treat again, according to an entomologist with the LSU AgCenter. - 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>Efforts Under Way To Prevent Spread Of Formosan Subterranean Termites In Mulch From Louisiana Following Hurricanes Katrina And Rita</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2006 19:22:26 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Efforts are under way to prevent the spread of Formosan subterranean termites in mulch from New Orleans and Louisiana following hurricanes Katrina and Rita. It is true that there is a lot of cellulose debris (wood, paper and their products) in Louisiana following these two hurricanes. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Interior Inspection</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:46:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Describes the process of inspecting the interior of a structure for the presence of a termite infestation. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>The Mighty Termite: Scientists work to corral the spread</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2006 20:28:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[LSU AgCenter scientists continue to add weapons to their arsenal as they battle the spread of the Formosan subterranean termite. And they’re making headway. This pest voraciously consumes wooden structures and woody plants and causes millions of dollars in damages. - 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>New Orleans Flooding Could Slow Termite Spread</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2005 18:37:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Termites can’t hold their breath forever, although they have a capacity to live under water for a significant amount of time, according to a world-renowned termite expert. That means termites in areas flooded by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina may not be as prevalent as they have been for a while – offering a small grain of good news among the massive destruction. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>GRHenderson@agcenter.lsu.edu (Gregg Henderson)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Publications</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/pubs_web/index.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2011 17:18:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Links to termite-related publications. - 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>Contact Us for All Your Termite Questions</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 16:32:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Contact information for LSU AgCenter termite professionals. - 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>Formosan Subterranean Termites</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 17:49:45 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Describes the behavior and biology unique to the Formosan subterranean termite. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>CDunaway@agcenter.lsu.edu (Christopher R. Dunaway)</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/termites/termites/"><![CDATA[Types of Termites]]></category>
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      <title>Termite Taxonomy</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/biology/Termite-Taxonomy.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 18:44:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Describes the taxonomic identity of termites. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>CDunaway@agcenter.lsu.edu (Christopher R. Dunaway)</dc:creator>
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        <title>Piles of termites</title>
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      <title>Colony Members and Life Cycle</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/biology/Colony-Members-and-Life-Cycle.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 21:03:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Termite colonies contain different castes, which are responsible for specific taskes in the colony. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>CDunaway@agcenter.lsu.edu (Christopher R. Dunaway)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Swarmers</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/formosan_termites/Swarmers.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 16:30:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Information about Formosan subterranean termite alates and their annual mating flight. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>CDunaway@agcenter.lsu.edu (Christopher R. Dunaway)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Drywood Termites</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 20:17:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Describes the habits of drywood termites including pest and damage identification. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>"Native" Subterranean Termites</title>
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      <title>Formosan Subterranean Termite Soldiers</title>
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      <title>Tree Inspection Video</title>
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      <title>Mating Flight</title>
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      <title>Detection Tips</title>
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      <title>Maintenance and Inspection Guidelines to Protect Your Home from Termites</title>
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      <title>How can I tell if I have Formosan termites in my house?</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2005 15:44:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn how to inspect and treat your home for Formosan subterranean termites. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>The Sesquiterpenoid Nootkatone and the Absolute Configuration of a Dibromo Derivative</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2005 21:18:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rebuilding Homes Provides Opportunities For Termite Protection</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jul 2006 19:54:38 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Links</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/formosan_termites/Links.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2005 21:41:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Provides additional links for information on termites. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>GRHenderson@agcenter.lsu.edu (Gregg Henderson)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Distribution of Formosan Subterranean Termites</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2005 02:38:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>DRing@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dennis R. Ring)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Protect Your Home from Termites</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/Protect+Your+Home+from+Termites.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2005 21:14:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Things to consider when constructing or renovating a home to protect your house from termites. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DRing@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dennis R. Ring)</dc:creator>
      <category domain="http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/termites/"><![CDATA[Termites]]></category>
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      <title>Integrated Pest Management of Termites and Other Wood Attacking Organisms:  A Louisiana Perspective</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/Integrated+Pest+Management+of+Termites+and+Other+Wood+Attacking+Organisms++A+Louisiana+Perspective.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2005 05:28:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Considerations on integrated pest management of termites and other wood attacking organism are presented in depth. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DRing@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dennis R. Ring)</dc:creator>
      <category domain="http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/termites/"><![CDATA[Termites]]></category>
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      <title>Formosan Subterranean Termites Affect Landscapers</title>
      <link>http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/environment/insects/Termites/Formosan+Subterranean+Termites+Affect+Landscapers.htm</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2005 16:01:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Landscaping practices may increase the risk of subterranean termites attacking a structure and of spreading Formosan subterranean termites.  Information is presented on the types of woody plants that termites attack and methods of inspection. - 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>Termimesh</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:32:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This article describes a stainless steel mesh that may be used as a barrier preventing termites from entering structures around specific routes of entry . - 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>Formosan Subterranean Termite Identification &amp; Biology</title>
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      <title>Formosan Subterranean Termite Damage and Detection</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2005 22:12:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Most people are aware of the damage fire and severe weather can do to their homes, but many overlook the threat of termites. Photos of termite damage and signs of termite infestation are included in this publication, which covers Formosan subterranean termites and other subterranean termites. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Termite Research To Continue In New Orleans French Quarter</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2005 19:32:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>DRing@agcenter.lsu.edu (Dennis R. Ring)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Experts Warn Against Spreading Termites After Storms</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2005 14:32:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[A scourge of New Orleans and South Louisiana could find its way to other parts of the state and country if people move wood that’s infested with Formosan subterranean termites. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Types of Termites in Louisiana</title>
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