The Anne H. Harper Memorial Scholarship goes to a high school senior who plans to major in some area of human ecology or a medical field -- including veterinary medicine; biology; physical, speech or occupational therapy; radiology; and others. One $500 scholarship will be awarded. Download the application form through the link at right if interested in applying for the scholarship.

2009 Children In the Middle schedule for Webster Parish. Click the link at right to view more information about the program and the complete schedule of activities.

The February 2009 Webster Parish 4-H Newsletter includes details on upcoming events and other information for 4-H'ers and parents in the parish. Topics covered include: candy sales, community service projects, upcoming events, celebrate girls, Louisiana 4-H Museum, leadership opportunities, summer camp sign-up, photography club, cookery contest, camp counselor training, 4-H U, LOST Camp and bicycle fundraising.

2008 ALC Meeting Minutes held in Webster Parish

The LSU AgCenter began a second round of its Smart Portions program to associates at the Wal-Mart in Minden on Jan. 11, 2008, this time beginning with a $1,000 grant from Wal-Mart to purchase pedometers.

Children In The Middle 2008 Schedule

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

The red imported fire ant, a Louisiana resident since the early 1950s, can be a painful pest or a beneficial friend. Depending on your situation, you may want to manage these ants or simply let them go about their helpful way. Eradication vs. management of the fire ant is discussed in this fact sheet.

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.

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