(Radio News 05/29/06) To learn more about West Nile virus LSU AgCenter mosquito researcher Dr. Wayne Kramer must learn more about the birds and mosquitoes that carry and transmit the virus. Kramer’s work involves catching wild birds to determine when the virus is active in their blood. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 05/29/06) New methods of controlling mosquito populations could lie in breaking the reproductive cycle. LSU AgCenter mosquito researcher Dr. Wayne Kramer explains they are looking at egg-laying females and that he is interested in testing new products, especially those active in the larval stage where it is most cost-effective and mosquitoes are easiest to manage. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 05/22/06) Swarms of honey bees can cause great concern for homeowners, especially if the swarms turn up next to areas where children play or pets stay. Solitary bees are not so alarming, but they do play a beneficial role. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 05/22/06) May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Yet about one quarter of American adults report doing no significant physical activity. People are beginning to realize the importance of exercise in reducing the risks of chronic diseases. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames offers tips to keep you exercising. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 05/22/06) It’s May. You’re driving down the highway. Your car is being bombarded by love bugs. The dry weather may have kept them at bay for a while, but LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet says they are making their spring appearance and that environmental conditions are right for high populations in some areas. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(TV News 05/15/06) The wheat harvest will begin early this year. Conducive weather helped wheat mature early, and growers are expecting a good crop. Growers in Louisiana planted around 110,000 acres of wheat this year. (Runtime: 1 minute, 17 seconds)

(Video News 05/22/06) For a decade one variety has dominated Louisiana’s sugarcane industry, but researchers have developed two new varieties that could diversify the varieties grown in the state. The varieties, called L 99-226 and L 99-233, have greater yield potential than LCP 85-384. (Runtime: 1minute, 15 seconds)

(Radio News 05/15/06) Recent rains have brought a wave of mosquitoes to Louisiana. LSU AgCenter entomologist and mosquito expert Dr. Wayne Kramer says the public can help keep mosquito populations down. To eliminate all possible mosquito habitats, keep yards clear of standing water. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 05/15/06) Sugarcane growers have two new options when planting sugarcane this year. Two varieties were released to growers that should alleviate some of the problems they are having with the most popular variety. The varieties, called L 99-226 and L 99-233, have greater yield potential than 384. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 05/15/06) The wheat is turning an amber hue, and that signals the start of the harvest, which will be early this year thanks to dry weather. Growers in Louisiana planted around 110,000 acres of wheat this year. (Runtime: 60 seconds)