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Wood testing lab gains accreditation
(Distributed 3/25/08) Louisiana companies that produce and market wood products now have an accredited testing facility available to them in the state.

Rice farmer charts aromatic course

(Distributed 3/24/08) – A Southwest Louisiana farmer has found his niche by growing aromatic rice, and he’s eager for the release of a new LSU AgCenter variety to compete with rice imported from Thailand.

‘Afternoon of Roses’ planned for April 27 at Burden Center
(Distributed 03/20/08) The LSU AgCenter invites you to "An Afternoon of Roses" at its Burden Center in Baton Rouge April 27. The Sunday afternoon event, hosted by the Burden Horticulture Society, will provide an opportunity for participants to view the rose garden at the Burden Center as well as to learn from experts about caring for roses. It runs from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and is free to the public.

Forestry forum addresses family, taxes, carbon credits
(Distributed 3/20/08) SHREVEPORT – Conducting a family meeting with open discussions to establish and maintain legacies and groom successors is an important part of maintaining family forestlands, Dr. Allen Nipper said at the 24th annual Ark-La-Tex Forestry Forum held March 13.

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LSU AgCenter adds 14 to 4-H Hall of Fame

(Distributed 3/19/08) The LSU AgCenter honored 14 individuals who made significant contributions to 4-H when they were inducted into the Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame at the Destrehan Plantation March 6.

Louisianians express favorable opinions of farmers, farming

(Distributed 03/14/08) Three-quarters of Louisianians have favorable opinions of farmers and farming in Louisiana, according to a recent statewide survey. The scientific study conducted by Market Research Insight for the Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation and the LSU AgCenter showed a full 75 percent of those polled said they had favorable or very favorable opinions about farmers and farming in the state.

Youth Wetlands Week offers message of hope

(Distributed 3/13/08) After a successful first year, Youth Wetlands Week is expanding.

Food Processors Conference set for April 2-3 in Baton Rouge

(Distributed 3/13/08) The fourth annual Louisiana Food Processors Conference will be held April 2-3 at the Lod Cook Conference Center and Hotel on the LSU campus in Baton Rouge.

Dye safely by following rules

(Distributed 03/14/08) Dyeing Easter eggs is fun, but because eggs are perishable, they require safe handling. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames details important safety precautions.

Learn life skills, have fun at 4-H summer camp

(Distributed 03/12/08) “Fun for a week – Memories for a lifetime!” That’s the theme of the summer 2008 4-H camping experience at the Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center near Pollock, La. The first of 10 weeklong camps won’t be until May 26-30. But registration for the camp, through LSU AgCenter parish extension offices, is going on now.

11 from Northwest Louisiana inducted into Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame

(Distributed 03/11/08) SHREVEPORT – Eleven people from Northwest Louisiana were inducted into the Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame here on March 7.

New Orleans Spring Garden Show set for April 5-6 at City Park

(Distributed 03/11/08) The 2008 Spring Garden Show in New Orleans will be held at the City Park Botanical Garden April 5-6.

Golf tournament, raffle to benefit Louisiana 4-H

(Distributed 03/10/08) The 11th annual Louisiana 4-H Foundation Golf Tournament will be held April 4 at the Tamahka Trails Golf Club in Marksville. Proceeds from the golf tournament will be used to expand programs and renovate existing areas at the LSU AgCenter’s Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center near Pollock.

Ville Platte man named 2008 La. Farmer of Year; other finalists from Hamburg, Ponchatoula

(Distributed 03/07/08) Richard Fontenot can’t sit still for very long. With more than 2,500 acres to farm, he can’t afford to. But his efforts and contributions to Louisiana agriculture led to the Ville Platte farmer being named the 2008 Louisiana Farmer of the Year. Other finalists recognized were Tommy LaBorde of Hamburg and Eric Morrow of Ponchatoula.

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