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    <title>LSU AgCenter . News Archive</title>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>La. food processors conference set for March 14-15 in Baton Rouge</title>
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      <title>Forestry forum set for Feb. 23 at Alexandria</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:00:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter helps rural areas connect to Internet</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:48:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 02/09/12) As high-speed (broadband) Internet connections are being made available to rural areas of Louisiana, the LSU AgCenter is preparing residents to take advantage of this resource through the Connect My Louisiana educational program. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Research aims to make crawfish harvest less expensive</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:09:42 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 02/09/12) LSU AgCenter researchers are working on ways to make crawfish production less expensive and more efficient. Bait is a major expense of crawfish production. While crawfish harvests can start as early as November or December, attracting crawfish is more difficult in colder waters says LSU AgCenter aquaculture specialist Robert Romaire. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>TransGenRx signs agreement with Novocyt</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 02/09/12) BATON ROUGE, La. – TransGenRx, a Baton Rouge biopharmaceutical manufacturing company started through licensing agreements with the LSU AgCenter, announced recently that it entered into an agreement with Novocyt, LLC to produce several members of a family of growth factor proteins intended for use in new human biopharmaceuticals. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Crawfish catch down as season starts</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:14:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 02/09/12) Durel Romaine started harvesting crawfish in December, and so far the catch has been dismal. His ponds near Kaplan have been affected by drought and saltwater intrusion. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Looking for a red Valentine’s gift? Try fruit</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:01:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>School gardens yield benefits</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:34:42 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 02/08/12) NEW ROADS, La. – More than 70 LSU AgCenter county agents, Master Gardeners, parents and teachers heard a California gardener tell about the benefits of school gardens and how to get them started and sustaining them. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Watch for fire blight on plants</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:28:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 02/13/12) Fire blight is a rare bacterial disease that affects plants in our landscape. Pears and apples have problems with the disease as well as some ornamentals such as Indian hawthorn. Control is difficult, so prune off any signs of this disease. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Prepare caladium tubers for spring planting</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 02/13/12/) Caladiums are great plants for shady areas. April is a good time to plant caladium tubers into your landscape. You can get a head start with your tubers by planting them in flats. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Take care of spring-flowering bulbs</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:36:52 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 02/13/12) Some of our spring-flowering bulbs actually bloom during the winter, but many wait until March and April. If a late freeze threatens, don't worry about their foliage, but you should cut any flowers that are blooming. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Trim ground covers in late winter</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:56:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 02/13/12) Ground covers are low-growing plants, such as monkey grass, used to cover large areas of a landscape. They are evergreen, but should be cut back from time to time. February and March is a good time to do this task. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Transplant trees during winter dormancy</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:47:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 02/13/12) While we try to plant the right tree or shrub in the right location, sometimes they don't work in that area. The solution is transplanting. This is best done for hardy trees and shrubs during the winter when they are dormant. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Crawfish harvest starts slow</title>
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      <title>Food scientists increase nutritional content of popular foods</title>
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      <title>Saltwater intrusion affects rice, crawfish production</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:24:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 02/06/12) Durel Romaine farms rice and crawfish around Kaplan. Saltwater intrusion has been a problem for him and other farmers who rely on fresh water from the Mermentau Basin for their crops. Recent rainfall that drenched the southwestern part of the state was badly needed, but farmers say they still could use more. (Runtime: 1:55) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter scientists make foods healthier, fresher</title>
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      <title>LSU Board of Supervisors approves AgCenter unit merger</title>
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      <title>USDA plant hardiness zone map shows La. changes</title>
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      <title>Nutritionist encourages heart-healthy diet</title>
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      <title>Predator control featured at field day</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:33:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Nemesia aromatica provides spectacular color</title>
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      <title>It’s time to plant roses</title>
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      <title>There’s still time to plant La. Super Plants</title>
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      <title>Grain quality becomes more important to rice buyers</title>
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      <title>Prune trees, shrubs carefully</title>
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      <title>La. landscape industry gearing up for spring</title>
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      <title>Some plants will provide color in shady spots</title>
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      <title>Properly prune fruit trees for best production</title>
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      <title>Early start to strawberry season</title>
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      <title>Researchers search for better burn for sugarcane</title>
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      <title>Rice farmers to vote on check-off renewal on Jan. 17</title>
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      <title>Forum highlights soybean outlook</title>
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      <title>Irish potatoes can keep vegetable gardens productive</title>
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      <title>Fertilizer needs low during winter</title>
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      <title>Leafless shade trees easier to prune</title>
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      <title>Consider beets for vegetable garden</title>
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      <title>Plant trees for Arbor Day</title>
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      <title>Potential photos for 2013 Get It Growing calendar due soon</title>
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      <title>Potential photos for 2013 Get It Growing calendar due soon</title>
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      <title>La. youth headed for state livestock show Feb. 11-18</title>
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      <title>Soybean forum features markets, weeds, diseases</title>
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      <title>Rice farmers hear about farm bill, new varieties</title>
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      <title>Tulips, hyacinth bulbs are ready for planting</title>
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      <title>Manage for nematodes in vegetable gardens</title>
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      <title>It’s time to plant hedges</title>
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      <title>Consider planting spring-flowering trees</title>
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      <title>Take a look at the 2012 All-America Selections Winners</title>
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      <title>Redbud tree gives early flower color</title>
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      <title>Sansevieria is nearly indestructible house plant</title>
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      <title>Farmer profits up despite challenging production year</title>
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      <title>Holiday cactuses brighten the season</title>
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      <title>Christmas trees have benefits after holidays</title>
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      <title>Protect citrus trees from cold damage</title>
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      <title>Take care of winter weeds before spring</title>
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      <title>No need to save potted poinsettias</title>
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      <title>Nutrition research helps dairy farmers</title>
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      <title>La. farmers withstand drought, floods in 2011</title>
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      <title>Choosing the right potting soils</title>
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      <title>Series of rice farming clinics starts Jan. 3</title>
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      <title>Ag forum set for Jan. 24 in Rayville, La.</title>
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      <title>Caring for roses during winter</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Video 12/19/11) What do you need to be doing for roses during the winter? On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains what to do and what not to do when caring for your roses. (Runtime: 1:38) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Don’t invite insects into homes during holidays</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 12/19/11) Winter doesn’t seem like a prime time for pests, but our habits around the holidays and during cold weather could bring bugs into our homes. When freezes threaten, people bring in their tender potted plants, and with them insects says LSU AgCenter entomologist Dennis Ring. (Runtime: 1:30) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Bunching onions may be ready for harvest</title>
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      <title>Hyacinth bulbs are ready for planting</title>
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      <title>Know when to prune freeze damage on tropical plants</title>
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      <title>Rose care in late winter</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 12/26/11) Gardeners may still have roses blooming during late December. Taking care of them this time of the year does not require a lot of effort. While they continue to bloom, deadhead them. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Researcher looks at emissions from sugarcane production</title>
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      <title>Learn about agriculture in ‘alley’ exhibit Jan. 18-21 in West Monroe</title>
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      <title>New laboratory building will boost LSU AgCenter research capacity</title>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter calls for photos for 2013 Get It Growing Calendar</title>
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      <title>Achievement winners honored at Baton Rouge luncheon</title>
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      <title>Cool-season plants add color to winter gardens</title>
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      <title>Holidays plant add festive touch to homes</title>
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      <title>Growing Christmas trees can be lucrative</title>
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      <title>Plant cold-tolerant vegetables in December</title>
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      <title>La. 4-H sets Dec. 3 for Day of Service</title>
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      <title>Citrus is abundant, sweet this year</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio 11/29/11) At Star Nursery and Farm in Belle Chase, workers are busy packing and shipping boxes of satsumas. Joseph Ranatza, a fifth-generation citrus grower, says this year the quality is high and volume is plentiful. (Runtime: 1:20) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Christmas tree farms can provide extra income for growers</title>
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      <title>Winter, early spring are good times to prune most trees, shrubs</title>
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      <title>Louisiana’s winter landscapes are different</title>
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      <title>Forcing amaryllis and paperwhite bulbs</title>
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      <title>Care for tropical plants in landscapes</title>
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      <title>Plant trees now through midwinter</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 11/23/11) November, December and into mid-January are excellent times for planting trees in Louisiana. During this period, the soil is still warm, encouraging vigorous root growth, and trees will have several months to get established before summer’s heat. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Cheeses, eggnog among dairy store holiday offerings</title>
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      <title>Six Sabine Parish 4-H’ers receive awards</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 11/18/11) MANY, La. – 4-H members comprised six of the eight Sabine Parish students who received the Discovering Tomorrow’s Leaders awards, a program sponsored by Chesapeake Energy Corp. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Fried turkey is healthful if prepared properly</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:08:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 11/18/11) Fried foods carry an unhealthful perception. Many cooks fry their turkeys on Thanksgiving. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames says a fried turkey isn't as unhealthful as it might sound. (Runtime: 1:15) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>La. sugarcane harvest ahead of schedule</title>
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      <title>Fall cleanup can keep landscape attractive</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 11/28/11) Landscapes can stay attractive throughout the winter. Your garden may need some grooming and maintenance this time of the year, such as removing old growth from summer perennials and bulbs. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>There’s still time to plant pansies, violas</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 11/18/11) The ideal planting time for cool-season bedding plants in Louisiana runs from late September through early December. Some of our common cool-season flowers prefer the earlier planting dates, and some do better with the later planting dates. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>RBogren@agcenter.lsu.edu (Richard C. Bogren)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Do not fertilize plants going dormant</title>
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      <title>Healthy tree starts with proper planting</title>
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      <title>Three fall Super Plants available for gardeners</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 11/28/11) Three outstanding plants have been named fall 2011 Super Plants. They include Belinda's Dream rose, Swan columbine and Redbor kale. Try these plants in your landscape this season. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Plant trees, shrubs in fall</title>
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      <title>Follow food safety guidelines for happy Thanksgiving</title>
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      <title>Soybean forum set for Jan. 6 in Oak Grove, La.</title>
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      <title>Cost of average Thanksgiving dinner decreases</title>
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      <title>Dry weather delays wheat planting</title>
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      <title>Expert offers tips for choosing, caring for Christmas tree</title>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter recognizes outstanding faculty, staff for 2011</title>
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      <title>Louisiana Young Ag Producers Program begins recruitment for 2012-2013 class</title>
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      <title>Kale and cabbage produce appealing foliage all winter</title>
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      <title>Students hear about agriculture at AgMagic at State Fair of Louisiana</title>
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      <title>Amaryllis bulbs are not ready for outdoor planting</title>
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      <title>Salt water, lack of water complicate crawfish crop</title>
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      <title>Sweet potato crop good despite dry weather</title>
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      <title>Choosing colors for cool-season beds</title>
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      <title>Sasanquas provide color during late fall, early winter</title>
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      <title>State 4-H staff wins big at national conference</title>
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      <title>Dairy field day shows milk from cow to cone</title>
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      <title>Farmer of the Year nominations now being accepted</title>
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      <title>Children’s programs scheduled at 4-H Museum in Mansura</title>
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      <title>Watch for tea scale on camellias</title>
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      <title>Ryegrass keeps lawns green during winter</title>
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      <title>Prepare to plant cool-season bedding plants</title>
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      <title>Harvest winter vegetables at the proper time</title>
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      <title>Swan columbine named Louisiana Super Plant selection for fall 2011</title>
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      <title>Sweet potato farmers harvest a good crop</title>
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      <title>Scale insects are hard to diagnose</title>
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      <title>19 graduate from Lead LaSalle classes</title>
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      <title>Robin Hill azaleas are popular for multi-season blooms</title>
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      <title>Drought reduces soybean, cotton yields</title>
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      <title>Landscape horticulture field day scheduled for Oct. 18</title>
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      <title>Redbor kale selected as a Louisiana Super Plant</title>
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      <title>Belinda’s Dream rose selected as 2011 Louisiana Super Plant</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(For Release On Or After 10/7/11) Belinda’s Dream rose is the first Louisiana Super Plant selection to be announced for the fall 2011 season. With beautiful flowers, excellent disease resistance and a bushy growth habit, it well deserves the recognition. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter offers biodiesel workshop Nov. 12 in Baton Rouge</title>
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      <title>Corn maze provides fall family fun through Oct.</title>
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      <title>Sweet peas provide color, fragrance in home garden</title>
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      <title>Spruce up your home with natural decorations</title>
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      <title>Brown patch can attack lawns in fall</title>
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      <title>Roses begin second blooming season</title>
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      <title>Vegetable gardens transition to cool season</title>
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      <title>Purple leaves make Delta Jazz crape myrtles unique</title>
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      <title>AgMagic returns to State Fair of Louisiana</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 09/28/11) SHREVEPORT, La. – Do you think food, clothing, lumber and other products only come from a store? Come to AgMagic at the State Fair to see and learn where your food and fiber really come from. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Economists estimate drought effects on crops</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 09/27/11) LSU AgCenter economists estimate that the 2011 drought has caused $390 million in damage to Louisiana agriculture. Kurt Guidry says crops and farmers were affected in three different ways. (Runtime: 1:20) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Improved soil fertility can boost yields, reduce runoff</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 09/27/11) Improved soil fertility could boost yields in crops such as corn and soybeans and reduce nitrogen runoff into local water bodies. That’s the premise behind the research of LSU AgCenter scientist Brenda Tubaña. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Cow size study examines raising more efficient cattle</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 09/26/11) Beef cattle research at the LSU AgCenter's Hill Farm Research Station is looking at cow size and cow efficiency. Researcher Ryon Walker says projections about world population in 2050 prompted him to study how cow size may affect the efficiency of raising cattle. (Runtime: 1:10) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Food scientist speaks at Patrick Lecture Series</title>
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      <title>La. soybean harvest winding down with prices strong</title>
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      <title>Downs donates $10,000 to Union Parish 4-H</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 09/23/11) FARMERVILLE, La. – State Rep. Hollis Downs has established the first-ever endowment for a Louisiana parish 4-H program by donating $10,000 to Union Parish 4-H on Sept. 22. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Study looks at methods of feeding protein supplement to cattle</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 09/23/11) Drought over the past year in north Louisiana prompted LSU AgCenter researcher Ryon Walker to conduct a study on feeding protein supplements to cattle. Because of the lack of rainfall, hay production was low, and Walker said cattle producers were feeding their herd older, lower-quality hay. (Runtime: 1:10) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Super Plant Belinda’s Dream rose easy to grow</title>
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      <title>Hairy crazy ants make La. their new home</title>
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      <title>Grooming can keep summer plants attractive into fall</title>
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      <title>Divide iris before their growing season starts</title>
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      <title>Evaluate beds as gardens transition into fall</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 09/26/11) Gardeners who planted warm-season bedding plants in May, may see these plants fading this month. You can evaluate your plants and start planning your fall beds. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Evaluate shade needs in landscapes</title>
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      <title>2012 Get It Growing Calendar Published by LSU AgCenter</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 09/21/11) The LSU AgCenter is releasing the latest of its helpful resources for Louisiana gardening enthusiasts – the 2012 Get It Growing Lawn and Garden Calendar. The calendar is packed with photos, gardening hints and monthly tips from LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill that are specifically written for Louisiana’s growing conditions and climate. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Cattle, forage highlight field day</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 09/20/11) CARENCRO, La. – Louisiana cattle owners stand to benefit from the Texas drought because ranchers in the Lone Star State are selling cattle and will eventually have to restock, cattle experts said at the Acadiana cattle field day held Saturday (Sept. 17). - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter wins federal award for Liberia</title>
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      <title>Composting poultry litter can create valuable fertilizer</title>
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      <title>Study compares poultry heaters</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 09/19/11) Poultry houses sit among the rolling hills of north central Louisiana. Poultry is the state’s most valuable animal crop. Researchers at the LSU AgCenter’s Hill Farm Research Station are trying to find ways to make poultry production less expensive. (Runtime: 1:10) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Choose best herbs for your garden</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Video 9/19/11) Some herbs are hardy, and you can plant them during cold months with no problem. Others are less tolerant of the cold and should be planted now. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill helps you choose the best garden herbs for your particular needs. (Runtime: 1:37) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>BP grant funds LSU AgCenter wildlife research</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 09/20/11) Researchers from the LSU AgCenter are participating in a three-year, $12.2 million grant through the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) to evaluate the effects of the 2010 Macondo oil spill on coastal ecosystems in the Gulf of Mexico. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>RBogren@agcenter.lsu.edu (Richard C. Bogren)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Summit prepares teachers of financial literacy</title>
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      <title>Azalea lace bugs feed on underside of azalea leaves</title>
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      <title>Caladium tubers can be saved year to year</title>
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      <title>Use appropriate insecticides on vegetable, fruit plants</title>
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      <title>Scientists use ‘Trojan Horse’ concept to kill termites</title>
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      <title>Tropical Storm Lee will increase sugarcane harvesting costs</title>
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      <title>Drought affects deer food supply</title>
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      <title>Crawfish farmers advised to be careful with ‘free’ rainwater</title>
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      <title>Desert Rose is a tough, artistic container plant</title>
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      <title>Soil pH, beds, fertilizer are keys to landscape success</title>
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      <title>4-H Youth Energy Program teaches teachers about energy</title>
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      <title>Rice farmers help supply rice straw as cattle feed for Texas</title>
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      <title>Sweet potato growers learn latest at LSU AgCenter field day</title>
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      <title>Lawns require fall care</title>
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      <title>You can save your own seeds</title>
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      <title>How to deal with storm-damaged trees</title>
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      <title>How to choose a fertilizer</title>
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      <title>4-H volunteer receives La. First Lady Award</title>
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      <title>Master Horseman classes set for Baton Rouge starting Sept. 27</title>
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      <title>Drift roses offer new landscape options</title>
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      <title>Financial education summit set for Sept. 15-16 in Baton Rouge</title>
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      <title>'Grab and go box' keeps life in order</title>
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      <title>Beautiful Texas Red Star hibiscus well adapted for soggy areas</title>
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      <title>Paddling, canoeing business workshop set for Sept. 28-29 in Monroe</title>
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      <title>Rudbeckia offers annual, perennial color in Louisiana</title>
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      <title>Grant connects blueberry industry through technology</title>
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      <dc:creator>JMorgan@agcenter.lsu.edu (Johnny W. Morgan)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Ever-blooming roses need pruning during late summer</title>
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      <title>Trees need special care during drought</title>
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      <dc:creator>LBenedict@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda F. Benedict)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Ajuga is great ground cover</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 08/22/11) Ajuga is a ground cover that has purple-tinted leaves. It is low-growing and loves the shade. Although it can be prone to fungal infection, certain varieties have better disease resistance than others. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Plant, groom palms in summer</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 08/22/11) Palms can grow across the state, and summer is an ideal time to plant them. To maintain palms, prune old fronds that have turned brown. You also can prune off flower clusters. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Wrap up lawn fertilizer applications in August</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:53:18 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 08/22/11) August is the last month to fertilize Louisiana lawns. Lawn fertilizers will work for several months. By October, we need our lawns to slow down and prepare for winter. No matter when you do it, fertilizing is an option not a necessity. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Create balanced ecosystem with aquatic garden</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:32:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>12 inducted into La. 4-H Hall of Fame</title>
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      <dc:creator>BSchultz@agcenter.lsu.edu (Bruce Schultz)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Kochergin named director of LSU AgCenter biofuels institute</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 08/15/11) Vadim Kochergin, a researcher with the Audubon Sugar Institute, has been named the director of the Louisiana Institute for Biofuels and Bioprocessing, effective Aug. 15. Both institutes are part of the LSU AgCenter. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>LBenedict@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda F. Benedict)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Children need healthy snacks</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:04:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 08/15/11) Children often come home from school hungry. Youngsters need more than three meals a day so snacking is important. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames says to be sure to choose healthy snacks that will help provide the nutrients youngsters need. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TBlanchard@agcenter.lsu.edu (Tobie M. Blanchard)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Follow food safety guidelines when packing lunch</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:56:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 08/15/11) While youngsters are packing up their backpacks, parents may be packing up lunch bags. Students need something nutritious to sustain them throughout the day, but they also need something safe says LSU AgCenter nutritionist and food safety expert Beth Reames. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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