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      <title>How to Take Soil Samples</title>
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      <title>Talkin' Horses</title>
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      <title>Crops for  Wildlife Plantings</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2004 21:43:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The purpose of this publication is to document what is deemed as accepted and approved planting, management and harvest procedures for a variety of species planted in Louisiana for wildlife management purposes by LSU AgCenter personnel. In all cases, the greatest possible window of opportunity has been provided as to planting dates, planting practices and other management activities as they relate to overall management. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Food Plant Plantings for Whitetailed Deer in Louisiana</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2005 15:47:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Hunters and land managers are always seeking new and more innovative ways to improve the quality and attractiveness of their hunting areas. “What should I plant to attract and hold deer on my hunting area?"  Find your answers in this publication. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>St. Helena Forestry Association Newsletter</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Feb 2008 21:24:36 GMT</pubDate>
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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>
      <description><![CDATA[This book gives an accounting of the value of agriculture in Louisiana. 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 and has the potential for increased contributions through value-added processing. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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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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      <title>Biting Pests a Problem in Swimming Pools</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 20:55:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Questions often are asked about biting pests in swimming pools. The two most common problem insects are the water boatman and backswimmers. Here are some possible solutions to these problem pests. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Concepts of Soil Fertility for Hunter Food Plots</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2007 13:22:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Importance of Soil Fertility, Method for Proper Soil Sampling, Interpreting Soil Tests, Adjusting pH, Available Forms of Lime, Available Forms of Sulphur, Applying Fertilizer and Examples of Applications included. (PDF Format Only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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