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262 Research Station Drive · Bossier City, LA · 71113 - 8550
Phone: (318) 741-7430 · Fax: (318) 741-7433
Upcoming Lunch and AgDiscovery
The following flyer provides the details for the upcoming Lunch and Ag Discovery program held at the Red River Research Station.
Red River Station To Begin Lunch Ag Discovery Programs Oct. 25
(Distributed 10/09/07) The Red River Research Station will begin a series of “Lunch and Ag Discovery” programs to help consumers and the urban population learn more about agricultural issues, according to Dr. Jere McBride, LSU AgCenter Northwest Region director.
Red River Station focuses on cotton, soybeans, greenhouse tomatoes, wetlands
The LSU AgCenter’s Red River Research Station in Bossier City focuses on agronomic and horticultural crops. Among the commodities and disciplines involved are greenhouse tomatoes, cotton, entomological and plant pathology, soybean variety performance trials, soybean and southern pea breeding, beef cattle and environmental research including a constructed wetland project.
Get It Growing: Keep Your Houseplants Happy
Whether we admit it or not, heat and humidity this time of year make gardening outside less enjoyable. I have to confess to retreating into the coolness of my air-conditioned home and spending less time in the garden now that mid-summer has arrived. But when I don’t spend as much time in my outside garden, I can turn to my collection of indoor plants to keep me happy.
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Bees are angels of agriculture
(Distributed 04/30/08) BOSSIER CITY – Bees are the angels of agriculture, said honey producer Bill Walker at the LSU AgCenter Lunch and Ag Discovery held April 22 at the Red River Research Station.
LSU AgCenter horticulturist teaches growers how to be fruiful
(Distributed 03/25/08) BOSSIER CITY – A soil analysis is the first thing to consider when planting fruit trees, said Dr. Charles Graham, research horticulturist, at the monthly Lunch and Ag Discovery talk at the LSU AgCenter’s Red River Research Station March 18.
Bumblebee Pollination of Small Greenhouse Tomato Operations
Bumblebee pollination of small greenhouse tomato operations may not be the best option, but simple changes made a difference.
Reusing Perlite to Grow Greenhouse Tomatoes
Sifting and disinfecting used perlite is a simple technique developed at the LSU AgCenter Red River Research Station to recycle perlite for repeat use as a growing media. The recycled perlite was used for 10 years so far with no negative impact on tomato yield.
The Use of Poultry Litter for Cotton Production and Subsequent Impact on Water Quality
An investigation of the use of poultry litter as a fertilizer on production cotton fields and its potential impact on the environment.
Impact of Application of Poultry Litter on Water Quality and Wood Production in Forest Lands, Phase II
Overview of research examining the use of poultry litter as fertilizer on production forest lands and the possible environmental effects.
Forestry Research Photo Gallery
Images of activities related to research concerning the fertilization of forest lands utilizing poultry litter.
Tomatoes Deliver Flavor And Cancer Defense
The hot, summer months are a great time to enjoy fresh tomatoes. Enjoy them in green salads, chicken or shrimp salads, stuffed with tuna or simply on their own. They also make a wonderful addition to a heart-healthy and cancer-preventing diet, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.
Asian Soybean Rust Disease Confirmed On Kudzu In Louisiana
LSU AgCenter scientists confirmed on Friday (June 30) that Asian soybean rust is in Louisiana. This is the first finding of the disease for 2006, and it was found on kudzu, another plant besides soybeans susceptible to the disease.
Louisiana Lawns Best Management Practices (BMPs)
Following the best management practices (BMPs) given here should help keep your lawn in good condition. A healthy and properly cared for lawn will resist weeds and other pest problems; thus, a minimum of pesticide products will be needed. Basic lawn care consists of proper fertilizing, watering and mowing and appropriate pest management, as needed.
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