As we move into the new year, there are several garden chores that we can perform that will make for better cool season vegetables and provide for healthier, more vigorous shade trees and lawns next spring.

January is the perfect time to plant beets, carrots, and Irish potatoes in the garden and have a plentiful harvest.

LSU AgCenter county agent Allen Hogan discusses holiday plant care and sticker weeds in the yard.

On December 14, 2011, the Jeff Davis Parish 4-H clubs brought canned goods and nonperishable items to the parish-wide Food for Families Drive.

4-H'ers participated in a fashion project at the mall with the help of Kohl's Department Store on November 23, 2011.

Information on 4-H Outdoor Skills Program and the main goals.

Compost isorganic matter that has been decomposed and recycled as a fertilizer and soil amendment.

Usually it is cold enough to do damage to many plants that we grow. If you make preparations now, it will make plant survival more probable should we have another harsh winter this year.

Results from Fall Contest Day held November 12, 2011 at Lacassine High School.

Information about when to harvest citrus and how to control sticker weeds.