"Learn by doing" is the 4-H club slogan. 4-H members don't just read about things; they do them.

Use this guide to plant a successful vegetable garden. The information has been developed after considerable research and practical experience.

Louisiana Wildlife News is a bi-monthly publication intended to serve as an outlet for wildlife issues relevant to Louisiana and the Southeast. In addition to current news events, profiles on specific plant, wildlife and nuisance wildlife species are included in each issue.

The Louisiana Master Gardener™ program is a service and educational activity offered by the LSU AgCenter. The program is designed to recruit and train volunteers to help meet the educational needs of home gardeners while providing an enjoyable and worthwhile service experience for volunteers.

As American families and friends gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, cooks head to the kitchen to prepare bountiful meals. One item not on the grocery list, but that should be in the kitchen, is food safety, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.

Christmas trees are showing up at retail locations throughout the area. The appropriate steps in selecting a fresh tree are important in its longevity in your home. In addition, by selecting a tree that is fresh, you can avoid some potential hazards.

Tips for healthy holiday eating and information of health benefits of some traditional holiday foods.

Information about the upcoming contest day which will include opportunities to compete in cooking and photography contests and a bicycle rodeo

November 2009 edition of the West Feliciana 4-H Update including guidelines for livestock exhibitors and information on upcoming contests and other events.

Information about the poster contest to promote the Feliciana 4-H/FFA Livestock Show and Minifarm in January 2010.

4-H'ers enjoyed another fishing day at Selby Pond this year. Participants also made T-shirts and played a casting game.

Information on the champion trees program in Louisiana. Some of the current champions can be found in people's yards in the Felicianas.

The legal issues associated with owning and managing land are many and varied. The issues are affected by laws and regulations at the federal, state and local level. Here are 10 legal concerns you should consider as you manage your property.

A quarterly newsletter from the Horticulture Division of the LSU AgCenter's School of Plant, Environmental and Soil Sciences.

Information related to the problem of feral hogs in the area of the Felicianas.

October 2009 edition of the West Feliciana 4-H Update including information on upcoming events and guidelines for livestock exhibitors.

Monthly gardening tips for homeowners and other gardeners. This month: whiteflies, caterpillars, and allium crops.

This system gives volunteers an online resource for tracking hours and mileage, viewing online training modules and earning credit for the Master Volunteer program.

Information on the Milk group of MyPyramid, including some of the added health benefits of yogurt.

Breakfast is a great way to get the energy you and your family need to start the day and nutrients your body needs throughout the day.

Information on the fruit group of MyPyramid including ideas for including more fruit in your diet.

September 2009 edition of the West Feliciana 4-H Update including information on upcoming events and guidelines for livestock exhibitors.

Information on results of 4-H Junior Beef Grazing Project for 2009

The Formosan subterranean termite has been present in Louisiana at least since the 1950s. Until recently, it had been mostly a concern in the New Orleans area and in parishes south of Interstates 10 and 12. But this spring and summer (2009), Formosan subterranean termite specimens have been discovered in both East and West Feliciana parishes.

Back-to-school edition of the West Feliciana 4-H newsletter with updates on summer activities and upcoming events.

Information on the MyPyramid vegetable group, including tips for getting more vegetables in your diet.

Information on the Grain group of MyPyramid, including tips for including more whole grains in your diet.

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)

An overview of some of the key messages of the MyPyramid food guidance system.

Home gardening is on the rise, and so is the interest in preserving those home-grown vegetables to enjoy later. Whether you grow your own or buy locally grown produce from the farmer’s market or fruit stand, freezing is an easy and convenient way to preserve excess produce.

The first step in improving the wildlife value of your property is to determine your wildlife management goals. Are you primarily interested in deer, quail, rabbits, bird watching or a combination of these? Specific goals usually determine the level of management needed on your property.

Information on assistance programs available to help private landowners improve wildlife habitat and associated recreation on their property.

Newsletter of the Feliciana Forestry Association published twice yearly. The latest edition includes information on a forestry tour for teachers, a scholarship sponsored by the association, and an upcoming seminar on feral hogs.

The new USDA recommendations for healthy eating and activity for kids.

First Feliciana Master Gardener class graduates.

Photos from the June 2009 camp at the Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center in Pollock, Louisiana.

Dehydration is a serious problem for older adults. It can cause fatigue, headache, light-headedness, weakness and other symptoms and it may increase the risk of heat-related illnesses.

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

Provides list of members and links to meeting minutes for the West Feliciana FCS Advisory Leadership Council.

Feliciana Master Gardeners help start nursing home garden.

An LSU AgCenter and Southern University Ag Center Community Nutrition Programs newsletter.

Information on the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan.

A description of FCS programming in West Feliciana with links to related information.

In today’s economy, saving a few dollars on groceries adds up every month. There are many ways to save money when shopping for food.

Eating a variety of foods is essential to get all the nutrients your body needs. Different foods contain different vitamins and minerals. No single food can give us all the nutrients that we need in the amounts needed.

It’s important to understand the role of fat in the diet and the different kinds of fats in foods in order to make healthy choices.

Some foods are better sources of nutrients than others, and it is good to keep as many of these in your diet as possible. These nutrient dense foods should be part of your healthy eating plan.

Information and photos about the Centennial event held December 2008.

Information on the January 2009 meeting of the two-parish Feliciana Forestry Association.

This feature story highlights the Feliciana Greenhouses, a sustainable agricultural enterprise of retired teacher Jim Hadden of St. Francisville, Louisiana.

Information on the Meat and Beans group of MyPyramid, including tips for eating more nuts as a protein source.

5 a day. That’s how many vegetables and fruits you need to eat each day. This illustrated children's nutrition book provides more information. (PDF Format Only)

This guide for 2009 contains suggestions for management of the most important or more prevalent diseases of Louisiana plants. It includes information on fungicides, bactericides and nematicides, as well as safety precautions for using them.

Find your balance between food and physical activity. Know your limits on fats, sugars and salt.

Tips for eating right and exercising for families.