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      <title>Estimating GDP at the Parish (County) Level: An Evaluation of Alternative Approaches</title>
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      <title>Cotton Varieties for Louisiana</title>
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      <title>SPCC: Fuel and Oil Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures Program for Farmers</title>
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      <title>Rice Varieties and Management Tips</title>
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      <title>Grain Sorghum Hybrids</title>
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      <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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      <title>Sugarcane Best Management Practices</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2005 19:15:56 GMT</pubDate>
      <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>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>Agriculture:  Multibillion Dollar Industry for Louisiana</title>
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      <title>Managing Corn and Grain Sorghum Insect Pests</title>
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      <title>Managing in Tough Times</title>
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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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      <dc:creator>JWestra@agcenter.lsu.edu (John Westra)</dc:creator>
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