| Shared Documents Includes documents that members can review and send comments to Dan Thomas. |
| Enhanced Management and Utilization of LAIS Data Project 3537: Enhanced Management and Utilization of LAIS Data. |
| International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering ISPE is a global, not-for-profit membership organization that provides education, training, and technical publications to pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals. |
| Biological Engineering Student Organization This page is a link to BESO homepage. |
| Undergraduate Course Flowchart In order to minimize the chance of cource conflicts, it is recommended that students take courses in the listed semesters. |
| Irrigation Scheduling Made Easy: Using the “Look and Feel” method Irrigation scheduling can seem complicated. It doesn’t have to be. Anyone can use a simple, effective method known as the “look and feel” method to determine when to irrigate. |
| Going electric to deal with the high cost of diesel Over the past weeks, radio and tv have been all the buzz with the record high cost of gasoline and diesel fuel as well as the high cost of food in the United States and worldwide. In Louisiana, these high costs also have increased the cost of irrigating crops. |
| Worker Safety on the Farm This PDF file contains information released by NIOSH about farm safety as well as tips on how to be safe working around animals or with machinery. |
| Manure Management for Horse Owners This fact sheet provides a brief overview of some good stewardship practices for horse owners and how they manage their manure. It focuses on three techniques for managing horse manure and bedding: direct application of manure, fertilizer nitrogen enhancement, composting |
| Composting Horse Manure Composting is the acceleration of a natural biological process that converts organic matter into a stable humus-like material. This process is a great way to convert horse manure into a more desirable product. Composting produces a material that can be used as a low-grade fertilizer, mulch for reducing weed infestation, and soil amendment for retaining soil moisture. |
| Pervious Concrete as a Flooring Material for Horse Handling Areas Pervious concrete may be an alternative surface material for such horse facilities. Pervious concrete is a mixture of the same ingredients, except the sand is reduced or omitted and the amount of water is reduced. A properly installed concrete pad, using pervious concrete, is capable of allowing high volumes of water to permeate through the material. Depending on the aggregate used and the compacted density of the pad, the amount of infiltration of material through the pad can be varied |
| Temporary Fencing for Horse Pasture Efficiency and Environmental Protection Rotational grazing has long been used by livestock producers as a way to use pasture more efficiently. By dividing large pastures into smaller paddocks, animals make better use of available forage. Additionally, pastures that are not allowed to be grazed down to such an extent that soil erosion can occur protect the environment by preventing sediment loss into adjacent waterways. |
| Nanoparticles and Colloidal Systems Nanoscale engineering: nanoencapsulation of bioactive components for controlled drug release and food applications |
| Numerical Modeling of Multiphysics Phenomena Mathematical modeling: numerical modeling of bioprocesses involving multiphysics phenomena |
| Summary of Courses for BE This page provides a brief summary of the courses offered in the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department. |
| Lab Equipment Photos of lab equipment |
| Geospatial Newsletter Newsletter created by Al Ogeron about geospatial activities in the LSU AgCenter. |
| Graduate Assistantships Provides details about the Graduate Assistantships offered in the BAE Department. |
| The Value of a Yield Map This article, written by Ralph Fraizer, outlines the importance of the information collected by a yield monitor and how a farmer can use it to refine his production strategy. |
| Steve Hall, LSU AgCenter Faculty Uses Oysters for Sustainable Carbon Sequestration Sequestering carbon via oysters on bioengineered reefs was presented at ASABE in 2009 on sustainable practices in coastal management and restoration. |
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| An overview of the use of GPS receivers in agriculture Basic information about Global Positioning System receivers and their potential use in agriculture |
| Research Focused on extraction of bioactive components from plant material and on targeted delivery of vitamins, antioxidants, colorants, and antifungals via colloidal and nanoparticle systems. The design of nanoparticle/colloidal systems is one of the main research thrusts of the lab. Equipment available for synthesis and characterization of nano- and colloidal systems includes: sonicator, rotovap, Zetasizer, TLC, fluorometer, HPLC, centrivap, chiller, oven, incubator. |
| Course Syllabi Provides links to current course syllabi in the BAE department. |
| Dates of Upcoming Irrigation Basics Workshops "Irrigation Basics for Landscape Contractors" workshops are scheduled throughout the year, as the need arises, to prepare individuals for taking the licensing exam. The course is optional but is HIGHLY recommended and has been very usefull for individuals seeking their Irrigation Contractor's license. Workshops will be held in Baton Rouge on November 9-10, 2011; March 14-15, 2012; June 6-7, 2012; and November 7-8, 2012. |
| Mansel M. Mayeux Honorary Scholarship The Mansel M. Mayeux Honorary Scholarship is awarded to BAE students who exhibit financial need. |
| Distinguished and Rising Star Alumni Submission Form The LSU Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department's alumni nomination form for the Distinguished and Rising Star Alumni awards. |
| Design Electives for Spring Semesters Here is where students can find the design electives offered for the upcoming Spring semester. |
| Scott - Windham Scholarship The Scott-Windham Scholarship is given annually (February) and preference is given to sophomores. Selection is based on a minimum GPA of 2.5 and the need for financial support. |
| Harold T. Barr Memorial Scholarship The Harold T. Barr Memorial Scholarship is offered to outstanding BAE juniors. Selection is based on a minimum GPA of 3.0 and the amount of financial support needed. |
| Charles E. Severance Endowed Fellowship The Charles E. Severance Endowed Fellowship honors Mr. Charles E. Severance who was an Extension project leader from 1949-1972 in the area of waste management. |
| Carl H. Thomas Memorial Scholarship A scholarship in memory of Dr. Carl Thomas for outstanding BAE upperclassmen. |
| Graduate Evaluation Forms This page contains the evaluation forms for Graduate and Teaching Assistants. |
| Sprayer Calibration Guide This guide addresses sprayer calibration issues. Mixing examples are also provided. |
| Variable Rate Application - Does It Pay? Provides a summary of points to consider in the decision to adopt variable rate technology. An estimate of costs associated with selected variable rate technology services is also included. |
| Masters in Sugar Engineering Click here for information on the sugar engineering speciality offer in the BE department. |
| The Road Home web site The Home Design and Construction site includes a registry of building industry professionals. This registry helps homeowners who are rebuilding or remodeling find qualified, licensed building professionals and contractors who work in their area. It allows homeowners to send information about their rebuilding and restoration projects to contractors and other professionals and provides a channel for building professionals to respond by sending their direct contact information to the homeowner. |
| Agricultural Safety Weblinks This document lists several web pages with various safety-related information. |
| Sprayer setup for fungicide applications This article introduces important concepts and ideas for a proper setup of ground sprayers for fungicide applications. |
| Interpreting Irrigation Water Quality Reports Irrigation water tests should be done when the irrigation system is installed and with some frequency, depending on the outcome of the initial test, location (are you near the coast?) and the potential for fluctuations in water-source quality. Paper prepared by: Dara M Park, L. B. McCarty and Sarah A. White of Clemson University. |
| Tractor Rollover Accidents: Causes and Prevention Simply put, rollover accidents happen when the tractor is in an unstable situation. To reduce the risks of a rollover accident, here are some tips. |
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| Watering Can Be Efficient! Tips for water conservation for July the Smart Irrigaiton Month |
| William H. & Barbara A. Brown Scholarship The recipient of the William H. & Barbara A. Brown Scholarship must be a full-time undergraduate student or one-half-time graduate student. |
| Wiley D. Poole Memorial Scholarship The Wiley D. Poole Memorial Scholarship is given to BAE upperclassmen based on financial need. |
| Richard L. Bengtson Endowed Scholarship The Richard L. Bengtson Endowed Scholarship is given annually (February) to outstanding BAE students with financial need. Recipients must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be a U.S. citizen. |
| Occupational Injuries in Agriculture in 2009 This article details fatal accident rates in the workplace and why agriculture is still among the most dangerous industries in the United States. |
| Common Farm Machine Hazards I This article describes common machine hazards and how to recognize them. |
| Hearing Safety This article introduces the concept of hearing safety. |
| Agricultural Sprayer Calibration One of the most important objectives during spraying is the delivery of the correct volume per area (gallons per acre). The efficiency of the chemical intimately depends on the application of an accurate rate. Learn how to calibrate a sprayer by following these simple steps. Illustrations, useful conversions and worksheets included. (PDF Format Only) |
| Louisiana Agricultural Aviation Numbers in 2010 This article outlines agricultural aviaiton in Louisiana, showing the number of aircraft in the state, most common models, etc. |
| Zeroing in on Safety This article explains how costly farm accidents are and gives some examples on how to avoid them. |
| Zeroing in on Communication Article discusses the importanc eof communication in the prevention of accidents in the farm. |
| Zeroing in on Accidents Farm tractors are involved in one-fourth of all farm machinery accidents. Most accidents occurs between April and October, with June being the peak accident month. |
| Hand Signals This articles explains the importance of hand signals on the farm to prevent accidents. |
| Calibration Clinics for Aerial Equipment for Liquid Pesticide Application This article explains how calibration clinics are done and what to expect from them. |
| Calibration of Granular Applicators Instructions on how to calibrate granular applicators. |
| Verification Strips Article written by Dennis Burns explaining the benefits of using verification strips as a tool for learning precision agriculture techniques |
| Louisiana Agricultural Aviation Numbers in 2009 This article breaks down the number of agricultural aircraft in use in Louisiana. |
| Pesticide Drift Management General information about pesticide drift and how to avoid it. |
| Extension A paragraph describing Extension and what it does. |
| Soil Stabilization Options for Horse Owners Suburban and rural horse farms can suffer from problems created by mud in areas of concentrated horse traffic. Because of the frequent trampling of wet ground, mud usually occurs at key locations on the farm—gates, loafing and feeding areas, and watering areas. Once mud appears, it is difficult to remediate, and the problem recurs with each rain. Depending on the enterprise, cost-share programs may be available that can offset the expense of installing high traffic pads |
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| Managing Horse Manure for Environmental Benefits Horses are important for companionship, sport, work, pleasure, education, and therapy. To be good stewards of the land, however, horse farmers should manage their farms in a way to minimize the potential for negatively impacting the environment with horse manure |
| Managing Horse Stables to Protect Water Quality Horse property barns and stables may contain large quantities of mud because of excessive traffic. Mud is more than a mess or nuisance. Winter and spring rains can cause mud and manure to runoff into nearby waterways. Nutrients and sediment in runoff are a source of non-point source pollution, which can degrade water quality. Louisiana horse owners can reduce the impact on streams and bayous by specific adopting management practices. |
| Subsurface Drip Irrigation in the Southeast This fact sheet is designed to provide a brief introduction to the site selection, design, installation and management of subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) in humid and sub-humid areas. This overview is not intended to give all the information necessary for a complete and functional system. The reader is referred to more comprehensive documents for greater details in each category. |
| How to use this site Instructions on how to use this web site. |
| Hay Barn Storage A 24' X 70' enclosed structure designed to store hay or other farm produce or equipment. |
| Implement shed A 40' X 102' open-sided shed for storage |
| Fertilizer Storage A 40' rigid frame storage shed with a mixer |
| Liquid Manure Tank A below-ground tank of adjustable length, width and depth for storing liquid manure. |
| Large Bale Transporter A large bale transporter designed for small tractors with a 3-ft hitch. |
| Bulk Hauler A bin designed to be carried on a flatbed truck or truck trailer. |
| Hay Spike A spike designed for front end loaders with 2 actuators. |
| Variable Clearance Gate This snow and manure gate can be used in cattle corrals, feedlots or anywhere on the farm. |
| Bulk Storage Shed A 16' X 36' shed with sides and a concrete floor designed for bulk storage. |
| Storage Shed for Fertilizer A 12' X 15'8" raised, enclosed structure designed to store fertilizer. |
| Machinery Shed with Living Quarters A 60' X 22' structure divided into two areas. One is a 22' X 24'3" living area. The remaining space is for storing machinery. |
| Hay Shed A structure 24'6" wide with a length adjustable as required and closed sides for storing hay. |
| 4-Wheel Lawn & Garden Trailer A small trailer designed for carrying and moving lawn and garden tools and supplies. |
| Transportable Storage Bin A movable storage bin for fertilizer in bulk. |
| Elevated Sawdust Bin A raised structure over 300 feet square with a direct truck loading area designed to store sawdust. |
| Utility Shelter A 28' truss with varied length structure for farm shelter and storage. |
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| Type "B" Pole Barn Construction 39' Width A building plan for a pole barn (or shed) that is 39' wide with the ridge of the roof centered on a pole row. |
| General Barn (36' X 40') A 40' X 36' wood frame barn witha gable roof and eight stalls. |
| 40' Nailed Truss A plan for a 40' wide roof truss with caged layers and a 5/12 slope. |
| 24 ft. Lap-nailed Truss (double top cord) A plan for a 24' wide roof truss for a building with a 3/12 slop and double top chord. |
| General Barn (32' X 36') A 36' X 32' wood frame barn with a gable roof and divided into areas for mules, box stalls, cow stalls, feed and harness rooms and a manger. |
| Multi-use Pole Barn for Heavy Snow Areas Building plans for a pole barn in heavy snow areas but where snow does not exceed 35 pounds per square foot and winds are not above 80 miles per hour. |
| Braced Rafter Design Data (20'-40') Building details for gambrel roof rafters 20 ' to 40' wide. |
| 24 ft. Lap-Nailed Truss (single top cord) A plan for a 24' wide roof truss for a building with a 3/12 slope and a single top chord. |
| General Barn (18' 6" X 30'6") A 18'6" X 30'6" wood frame barn with a gable roof and areas for cow stalls, a cow pen, a feed room and alley. |
| Barn Framing 1-1/2 Story Gable Roof A detailed framing plan for a gable roof wooden barn. |
| Braced Rafter Framing A gambrel roof plan that can span 16 to 24 feet. |
| Barn Framing 36 ft. and 34 ft. A wood frame gable roof barn that can have either a 36- or 34-foot truss. |
| 32 ft. Utility Truss A plan for a roof truss 32 ft. wide with a 4/12 slope and lap-nailed construction. |
| Livestock Showbarn and Meeting Facility Plan and elevation drawings for a 70' X 260' livestock showbarn with show ring and meeting facility with kitchen and office. |
| General Barn (24' X 30') A building plan for a two-story wood frame barn, 30' X 24', with a gable roof, box stalls, cow stalls, a calf pen and feed room. |
| 40 ft. Steel Pipe Truss (4.12 Pitch) A 4:12 pitch 40 ft. steel pipe truss on a 6 ft. center with a 27 lb/ft design load. |
| Walls, Doors & Windows for pole type buildings An assortment of building plans for walls, doors and windows to complement any pole barn design. |
| Type "C" Pole Construction A building plan for a pole barn (or shed) that can be either 26', 39' or 52' wide. |
| General Barn (36' X 50') A plan for a 36' X 50' gambrel roof, wood frame barn with stalls for horses, a box stall, a feed room and an area for 18 head of cattle. |
| 36 ft. Utility Truss A building plan for a 36' roof truss with a 4/12 slope and lap-nailed construction. |
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| One-story Barn Framing Detailed plans for framing of a one-story gable roof barn with scissors truss. |
| 40 ft. Nailed Truss A plan for a 40' wide nailed roof truss with a 5/12 slope and 4' spacing. |
| Gutter Grate Designs Several designs for grates to go over gutters. |
| Corral for the Growing Herd Plans for a 70' X 128' 5 pen corral, fence panel, gate and chute. |
| Two-pen Corral A four-page plan with detailed building instructions for a 48' X 32' two-pen corral. Also included are plans to build a gate, headgates, fence and a loading chute. |
| Corral for Beef Cattle A plan for a four-pen 140' X 120' corral for beef cattle. |
| Corral Layout and Equipment A plan for a 136' X 236' corral with 20 pens, a working chute, loading ramp, water tank, corner design, gate, headgate, and building for an office and storeroom. |
| Expandable Corrals This plan can be adapted to herd sizes from 70 to more than 400 head and can be built with a variety of pen sizes. |
| Beef Cattle Corral - 50 Head Plans for a 24' X 42' corral for 50 head of cattle with plans for a hold chute, blocking gate, loading ramp and fence. |
| Cattle Corral Layouts A three-page assortment of corral layouts and plans for a loading chute. |
| Range Corral A four-page plan of a corral complex 269'6" X 240' complete with working pens, a group holding pen, small pens, loading trap, cutting tower, scale, metal and wood gates and fences. |
| Corral Layout (U-shaped) A plan for a U-shaped corral with chute. |
| Corral Layout A simple plan for a corral with a loading chute. |
| Six Corrals for Beef Cattle A three-page plan to build six separate corrals, a fence, gates, chutes and a ramp. |
| Six-pen Corral A four-page plan of a six-pen corral complete with plans to build a loading chute, head and exit gate and fence. |
| Corral with Curved Chute Plans for a four-pen corral with a curved chute as well as plans for a loading chute, fence and gate. |
| Corral & Feed Lots for Beef Cattle A plan for eight corrals and feed lots for more than 300 head of cattle with possible expansion options. |
| Small Beef Cattle Corral Plans for a 30' X 48' corral with chute. |
| Corrals with Working Facilities Plans for a corral 40' X 50' with detailed drawings. |
| Cattle Working Corral (for small herds) A design and construction plan for a 72' X 99' corral for a small herd with pens, alleys and a chute drawing. |
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| Tie or Stanchion Cow Stall Detail Detailed construction plans for a dairy barn stall. |
| Partially Open Free-stall System Plans for a dairy system designed for expansion in steps from 35 to 154 cows. |
| Single Story Sloping Tie Stall Dairy Barn Plans for a 62 tie stall dairy barn with hay and bedding storage, milk room, spreader shed, paved yard, calf and maternity pens. |
| Free Stall Dairy Housing System Design plans for a 180' X 231' dairy complex complete with yard, stalls, feeders, silos, and covered milking plant. |
| Free-stall Dairy System Design for a large dairy complex. |
| Cold Calf Barn Open Front - Shed Roof Plans for a simple barn for calves with an optional feed room. |
| Fallout Shelter/Dairy Barn Plans for a dairy barn designed to protect the dairy and farm family in the event of a nuclear attack. |
| Milking Parlor Grounding Method Suggested floor design for a dairy milking parlor. |
| Twelve Stall Trigon Milk Parlor Plans for a complete 32' X 50' dairy cow milking facility. |
| Milking Parlor - 3 Stall Plans for a 3-stall concrete block milkhouse. |
| Milking Parlor Plans for a double six and eight herringbone dairy milking facility. |
| Milkhouse (block construction) Detailed plans to build a 30' X 38'8" milkhouse of concrete block construction |
| Milkhouse 16' X 22' Building plans for a small frame construction dairy milkhouse. |
| Milkhouse (frame construction) Detailed plans to build a 17' X 24' milkhouse for a dairy farm. |
| Free Stall System (4 row) Plans for a four-row, free stall dairy system housing 114 dairy cows in a building that includes pens, an office, a milkhouse, a double parlor and feed alleys. |
| Milkhouse Plans for a free-standing dairy farm milkhouse. |
| 3 Stall Milking Plant Plans for a concrete block 40'8" X 17'4" milking barn. |
| Silo Types A, B, & C Construction plans for three different types of silos. |
| Silage Feed Bunks (covered) Several plans to build covered silage feeders for cattle. |
| Concrete Bottom Trench Silo Simpe design with requirements and specifications for a concrete bottom trench silo. |
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