Provides information about 4-H youth development programs in Livingston Parish, Louisiana.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. Last weekend was a real treat, a true breath of fresh air. You cannot complain about cool dry air in August. This time of year producers are already planning their winter pastures and the deer hunters have been thinking about it all summer long.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. Those of you who will be planting winter pastures for livestock or wildlife food plots should definitely get your soil sample now. The charge for the soil test is $7.00 per sample and you need to pay with a check.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCener county agent Kenny Sharpe. Citrus have become more popular over the past 10 years in our area. Citrus are relatively easy to grow, especially satsumas, but they do bring about a number of questions.

A monthly newsletter for parents of newborns

The LSU AgCenter Family Nutrition Program taught youth ages 8 to 12 how to make healthy snacks during the "Be a Star Chef" program July 14, 2008, at the Denham Springs/ Walker branch of the Livingston Parish Library.

The Family Nutrition Program (FNP) is a federally funded program that has been providing nutrition education to low-income families in Louisiana for more than 13 years. FNP works with local agencies to meet the needs of families with limited resources.

Eating well is vital for everyone at all ages. Whatever your age, your daily food choices can make an important difference in your health and in how you look and feel.

FNP in Livingston Parish offers educational programs on a variety of topics for income-eligible audiences who are young and young at heart.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. I have heard from a number of people who are disappointed in their pecan production for this year.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. Our lawns are beginnning to go dormant but there are those who would like a greeen lawn all winter long.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. For those of you who would like to grow your own fresh garlic, you will need to get it planted by the end of November. Garlic takes a long time to mature. It will be reay to harvest in 210 to 230 days from planting.

Weekly news article from LSU Agcenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. Fall is the best time to plant most woody ornamentals and trees.

One size doesn't fit all. MyPyramid offers personalized eating plans, interactive tools to help you plan and assess your food choices, and advice to help you make smart choices from every food group. Find your balance between food and physical activity, get the most nutrition out of your calories and stay within your daily calorie needs.

These MyPyramid for Kids materials were designed specifically for children aged 6 to 11.

You are the most important influence on your child. You can do many things to help your children develop healthy eating habits for life. Use MyPyramid to help your preschooler eat well, be active, and be healthy. MyPyramid for Preschoolers is for children 2 to 5 years of age.

When you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you have special nutritional needs. This section of MyPyramid.gov is designed just for you. It has advice you need to help you and your baby stay healthy

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. Curing is of utmost importance in bringing out the sweetness of any sweet potato.

Quarterly newsletter for Livingston Beef Producers on recommended cultural practices. This edition includes recommendations for planting Cool Season Pastures, Fall Army Worms, and information on Calf to Carass Program

Weekly news article form LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe says many people will keep their poinsettias from year to year but are usually disappointed when Christmas arrives and the plants lack the color they expected.

Newsletter for local 4-H leaders, providing information on upcoming events and activities, contest results and other items of interest to share with club members.

The Livingston Volunteers for Family and Community monthly newsletter provides information about events, nutrition and health, family development and family resource management.

It's pumpkin time! The most popular use of pumpkins is for decoration as jack-o'-lanterns, but they are a very nutritious food that's high in beta-carotene and vitamins C and E.

Topics included: project training days, national 4-H week, officer training day, catch-phrase for camp contest, character counts contest, king and queen contest, 4-H beef grazing, livestock, broiler chicks, and upcoming events.

Provides links to monthly newsletters which contain news about 4-H activities, contests and dates of important events for Livingston Parish youth.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. Mustard greens are a fall favorite of gardeners. They are easy to grow and can be ready to harvest in just 35-50 days after planting

Toasted pumpkin seeds have a nutty flavor and are packed with protein and fiber. Pumpkin seeds are delicious toasted and salted -- or flavored with sweet and savory spices.

Make small changes for a healthy you! The Family Nutrition Program can help you learn simple ways to eat healthfully and move more.

It is not too late to plant a fall garden.

A list of personnel housed in the Livingston Parish Office.

The 2010 Livingston Parish 4-H Food Festival will be at Lewis Vincent elementary on January 12, 2010. Registration will begin at 6:00 p.m., and Judging will begin at 6:15 p.m.

Provides list of members and links to meeting minutes for the 4-H Advisory Council.

Information is subject to change. Specific details will be in the 4-H News Flash.

Newsletter for 4-H local leaders providing information on upcoming events and activities, contest results and other items of interest to share with club members

Provides list of members and links to meeting minutes for the Livingston Parish Forestry Board and Advisory Council

Provides list of members and links to meeting minutes for the Beef Advisory Council.

A handbook for 4-H Leaders containing contest information and other forms that will be needed for this school year

Livingston Parish Fair Information and Premium Catalog for entering crafts, livestock, floral and other contest information.

A free community event...fun for all! Event will kick off on September 19, 2009, at 10 a.m.with a 1-mile walk through North Park!

What is 4-H? Who can join 4-H? Check out this brochure for information on the Livingston Parish 4-H Program.

Information and resource links for club leaders to helpful publications on planning club meetings, making meetings exciting, planning a 4-H program, giving demonstrations and leader guides.

Provides list of members and links to meeting minutes for the Joint Advisory Council.

Homeowners are reminded of certain care fig trees need for good production. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dr. John Pyzner examines fig cultural practices and fertilization.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. A big consideration for fall planting is harvesting the produce before you get a frost that will kill the plant material.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. The Fourth of July makes many of us think about watermelons, but it should also remind us that it is time to begin planning for pumpkins to be ready by Halloween.

Low- to moderate-income Louisiana residents may be eligible for Disaster Food Stamp benefits in the event of a natural disaster.

Weekly news article from LSU AgCenter county agent Kenny Sharpe. Azalea leaf gall is showing up in several places. This is a fungal disease that is unattractive. Another problem is lace bugs. Hydrangeas are in bloom. The traditional hydrangea are either pink or blue and sometimes both. They have the unique capacity to change flower color based on the soil pH.

Extension Home Economists help families and individuals in the areas of Nutrition and Health, Family Development and Family Resource Management.

Learn the basics on how to start your own vegetable garden from Kenneth Sharpe, County Agent.

With nutrition-related diseases like obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancer on the rise, the LSU AgCenter is implementing creative ways to reach Food Stamp recipients.

The American Dietetic Association's consumer education program, Home Food Safety...It's in Your Hands®, communicates the important role consumers play in preparing foods safely in their own homes.

Select an issue from the links provided below to view the Strawberry Update newsletter to farmers informing them of current cultural practices.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Brandon Guillory, Calcasieu Parish 4-H’er, took first place in the National 4-H Chicken Barbecue Demonstration contest held here Nov. 19-20.