(TV News 09/24/07) Many people might be shy about stepping on a scale in front of a room full of their co-workers, but it is a weekly occurrence at a Wal-Mart in Minden, Louisiana. The employees at this store are participating in a personal sustainability project that includes goals such as recycling, saving energy and living healthier. (Runtime: 1 minute, 42 seconds)

(Radio News 09/24/07) Joan Almond, a LSU AgCenter nutrition agent, is helping employees at a Wal-Mart achieve a healthy lifestyle. She is delivering a series of weekly lessons based on the LSU AgCenter’s Smart Portions Program. This is part of the employees' personal sustainability project that includes goals such as recycling and saving energy. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/17/07) A constructed wetland at the LSU AgCenter Red River Research Station is helping researchers learn more about how water flows through farms and into rivers, lakes and streams. Sampling sites along the water’s path and at the ponds allow researchers to monitor what the water is carrying. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/17/07) Dr. Patrick Colyer, a LSU AgCenter plant pathologist is studying the effectiveness of Avicta and Aeris at controlling nematodes in cotton fields. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/17/07) Wheat acreage in Louisiana is expected to go up in response to rising prices. LSU AgCenter cotton specialist Dr. Sandy Stewart is working on a viable way to double-crop cotton behind a wheat crop. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/17/07) The cotton nematode can be a damaging insect in cotton fields. Growers are more focused on managing this pest now that other cotton pests have been eliminated. LSU AgCenter plant pathologist Dr. Patrick Colyer explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/17/07) September usually brings a resurgence in the lovebug population. LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet says we could see plenty of these amorous insects. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/10/07) The LSU AgCenter’s 4-H youth program turns 100 during this school year. LSU AgCenter director of the 4-H Youth Program Dr. Mark Tassin says there is a reason for the organization’s longevity. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/10/07) Now that the new school year has begun, many youngsters want to join clubs and organizations. 4-H has a strong presence in Louisiana schools. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/10/07) There are several species of white flies in Louisiana that attack a variety of plants. Early detection is best for management of these pests. LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet recommends systemic materials to control them. (Runtime: 60 seconds)