(Radio News 09/25/06) Nearly a year after Hurricane Rita devastated Southwest Louisiana, salt remains concentrated in many rice fields. Farmers are wondering if those fields will return to production next year. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/18/06) The rice harvest is finished in southern Louisiana and is close to wrapping up in the northern part of the state. According to LSU AgCenter rice specialist Dr. Johnny Saichuk, the two areas of the state have harvested very different crops this year. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/18/06) Plant diseases caused problems for South Louisiana rice producers this year. One in particular,Cercospora disease, damaged many acres, says LSU AgCenter rice specialist Dr. Johnny Saichuk. The disease usually is associated with soybeans, but this year it attacked the leaf sheath of rice plants. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/18/06) Autumn is an active time for many different types of insects, and that's especially true for the annoying ones known as lovebugs. Dr. Dale Pollet, an entomologist with LSU AgCenter, says summer rains created favorable conditions for lovebugs. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/18/06) As their normal food supplies dwindle, yellow jackets could become more bothersome to people. Dr. Dale Pollet, an entomologist with the LSU AgCenter, says these pests usually feed on mosquitoes and certain crops, but their food sources become less abundant in the fall. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 09/18/06) September is National Cholesterol Education Month, and LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames is encouraging people to reduce their cholesterol by making good choices. She says to read food labels and stay active. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(TV News 09/18/06) Some areas of the state’s cotton belt received adequate rainfall early in the growing season, while other areas were extremely dry until mid-season. Unpredictable populations of insects also affected growers differently. (Runtime: 1 minute, 30 seconds)

(Radio News 09/11/06) Food and football go hand in hand. Just as players take precautions on the field, tailgaters should take precautions with their food. An LSU AgCenter nutritionist and food safety expert reminds tailgaters to keep cold food chilled and warm food insulated prior to cooking or serving the food. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/11/06) Insulin resistance is a major sign of type 2 diabetes. Insulin resistance also can increase the risk of heart disease and can be found in people with type 1 diabetes. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Radio News 09/11/06) With busy school schedules, work and other aspects of hectic lives, it can be difficult for parents to spend time together as a couple. LSU AgCenter family life specialist Dr. Diane Sasser says spending some time alone is essential. (Runtime: 60 seconds)