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    <pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>More north La. farmers switch to rice</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:06:17 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 03/10/10) TALLULAH, La. – More north Louisiana farmers are switching to rice instead of corn, soybeans and cotton. Garrett Marsh of Tallulah grew his first rice crop last year. “I was here to get a refresher,” he said of a rice growing clinic here on March 4 sponsored by the LSU AgCenter. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>It’s time to clean out aquatic gardens</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:58:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 03/19/10) Aquatic gardens and water features are important parts of sustainable landscapes. Water provides for the needs of birds and other wildlife that live in our yards. The sight and sound of water also add to the overall beauty and enjoyment of our yards and gardens. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Livestock harvesting and marketing workshops set for April</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 03/19/10) The LSU AgCenter and Southern University Ag Center will present two workshops to help livestock producers harvest and market their meat in April. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>New Credit CARD Act adds consumer protections</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2010 19:39:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 03/16/10) People are still trying to figure out what the new Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure (Credit CARD) Act of 2009, which went into effect in February, means to their pocketbooks. LSU AgCenter family economist Jeanette Tucker says the act should help with financial management because consumers should have a clearer picture of their credit. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>AgMagic amazes students at State Fair of Louisiana</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:33:52 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 11/06/09) SHREVEPORT, La. – AgMagic, a new exhibit at the State Fair of Louisiana, can be likened to opening a fun encyclopedia. Only all of the five senses are involved while learning takes place. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Wet weather hinders wheat growth and yields</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:26:54 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(TV News 03/22/10) Louisiana’s wheat crop, which was planted in the fall, is having a tough year. Wheat prefers dry weather, but fall and winter here have been anything but dry. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard talked with a specialist about how the crop is fairing. (Runtime: 1:12) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Credit Card Act designed to help consumers</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:47:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/22/10) The Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure or CARD Act of 2009 is intended to protect consumers from abusive fees, penalties and interest rate increases. Most provisions of the act went into effect in February. LSU AgCenter family economist Dr. Jeanette Tucker says it will make credit card companies communicate better with consumers. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Stripe rust disease showing up in some wheat fields</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/22/10) LSU AgCenter wheat specialist Dr. Ed Twidwell is concerned about the disease stripe rust. Conditions have been ideal for the development of the disease on Louisiana’s wheat crop. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Farmers eyeing cotton as option</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:46:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/22/10) Farmers who may not be able to get their corn planted in time because of wet, cold weather are looking at other options. LSU AgCenter County Agent Rob Ferguson says Louisiana could see an increase in cotton acres. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Crane flies are nuisance</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:49:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/22/10) A large number of crane flies are active this time of the year. These giant flies and their larva can be a nuisance explains LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Credit card statements will offer new information</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:47:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/22/10) The Credit CARD Act of 2009 has a provision that could encourage consumers to pay off their credit card debt sooner. LSU AgCenter family economist Dr. Jeanette Tucker says each statement will have a box showing you important information about paying off your balance. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter announces wood-based biofuels conference</title>
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      <title>New Orleans spring garden show set for April 10-11</title>
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      <title>Agriculture contributes $8.3 billion to La. economy in 2009, down $1.2 billion from 2008</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 03/15/10) Louisiana agriculture contributed $8.3 billion to the state’s economy in 2009, which was the lowest contribution since 2002 and down from $9.5 billion in 2008, according to the latest figures compiled by the LSU AgCenter in its annual Ag Summary, which was released on March 15. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Williams family establishes 4-H scholarship</title>
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      <title>Use insecticides only when needed</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 03/12/10) Pest problems will become more common as we move into the warmer summer months. Some gardeners still feel they should immediately get an insecticide and begin spraying when they see insects or some apparent insect damage in their gardens. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Forest landowners told to keep steady, stay ready</title>
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      <title>Tractor Supply program to support local 4-H</title>
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      <title>Choose trees based on trunk structure</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:27:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Use bromeliads to brighten homes</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:29:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 03/08/10) Once a facility under construction near Delhi is completed later this year, thousands of tons of sweet potatoes will enter it and be processed into sweet potato French fries. Doug Beyer, manager for the ConAgra’s Lamb Weston plant, says the facility will open in the fall. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Audubon Sugar Institute sets short course for May 20-21 in Ga.</title>
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      <title>Choose crape myrtles that ‘fit’ home landscape</title>
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      <title>Freezes damage palm trees</title>
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      <title>Low-maintenance roses ease challenge for home gardeners</title>
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      <title>Commercial fruit, vegetable seminar set for Mar. 6 in Shreveport</title>
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      <title>Heart health emphasized this month</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 02/15/10) The heart is in focus during February, not only because of Valentine’s Day, but also because this month the American Heart Association calls attention to the threat of heart disease. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames says a healthful diet can guard against a heart attack. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Livestock shows teach responsibility</title>
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      <title>Louisiana food processors meeting set for March 17-18 in Baton Rouge</title>
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      <title>Time to divide Louisiana irises</title>
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      <title>Saving seeds is part of sustainable landscaping</title>
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      <title>Practice smart irrigation in the landscape</title>
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      <title>Carpetgrass is a sustainable option</title>
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      <title>Consider treelike hollies for the landscape</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 06/26/09) Hollies are right behind azaleas, gardenias, camellias, sasanquas and Indian hawthorns in popularity among evergreen shrubs, and they may even be more popular than some of those. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Tall crape myrtles look good in right location</title>
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      <title>Butterfly gardening peaks during summer</title>
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      <title>‘Sun’ coleus shine in the landscape</title>
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      <title>Crape myrtles may have blooming problems</title>
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      <title>Did a tree just fly by? Check yours long before storms come</title>
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      <title>Daylilies brighten up late spring and early summer</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 02/05/10) Don’t let unsafe food masquerade at your Mardi Gras celebration. Food that hasn’t been prepared following recommended food safety guidelines usually appears safe because it looks smells and tastes fine, but eating it may lead to food-borne illness, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Flowering trees add spring color to landscapes</title>
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      <title>It’s time to plant glads</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(For Release On Or After 02/19/10) The tall flower spikes of gladiolus add elegance to the flower garden. Derived from species native to South Africa, the modern hybrid gladiolus grows from a corm and has been a favorite of Southern gardeners for generations. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Carbon sequestration programs can work on farms</title>
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      <title>Improve your home for better health</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 02/01/10)  A home remodeling project – and your investment in it – can do much more than update your surroundings. It can make your home a healthier place to live and breathe, according to Claudette Reichel, LSU AgCenter housing specialist. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Short-term rice prices look good, expert says</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 02/01/10) Weather hasn’t been kind to Louisiana farmers recently, but an LSU economist predicts farmers may have better luck with the economy in 2010. Dek Terrell spoke to farmers at the LSU AgCenter’s AgOutlook Conference and said he expects the U.S. gross domestic product to grow in the coming year and the recession to end. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Protect your trees</title>
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      <title>Keep pipes protected during freezing temperatures</title>
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      <title>Reviewing the use of landscape mulch</title>
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      <title>Winter prime time for pruning</title>
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      <title>Check for pests in firewood</title>
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      <title>Heavy rainfall disrupts sugarcane harvest</title>
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      <title>Indoor plants require substantial light</title>
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      <title>Parsley transplants available during January</title>
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      <title>Plant pre-chilled tulip and hyacinth bulbs in early January</title>
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      <title>Typical fireplaces trade energy saving for ambiance</title>
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      <title>Purchase Rex begonias for beautiful holiday color</title>
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      <title>Sasanquas create winter color in the landscape</title>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter’s 2010 Get It Growing calendar makes great holiday gift</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/10/09) The LSU AgCenter’s Get It Growing Lawn and Garden Calendar can be a great holiday gift for gardeners and others who enjoy beautiful plants, flowers, gardens and landscapes. The 2010 edition of the calendar is on sale now and provides a variety of helpful information tailored to Louisiana gardeners, as well as those who simply enjoy looking at garden scenes or learning more about plants. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 19:45:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Enjoy flowering trees in late winter and early spring</title>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter horticulturist teaches growers how to be fruitful</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 03/25/08) BOSSIER CITY – A soil analysis is the first thing to consider when planting fruit trees, said Dr. Charles Graham, research horticulturist, at the monthly Lunch and Ag Discovery talk at the LSU AgCenter’s Red River Research Station March 18. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>CJGraham@agcenter.lsu.edu (Charles J. Graham)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Savings are key to financial security</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2008 20:44:24 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 02/08/08) One of the most powerful ways to increase your financial security and grow wealth over time is to develop a savings habit. Form that habit by “paying yourself first” and saving regularly. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JTucker@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jeanette A. Tucker)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Build safer, stronger, smarter expert says</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2008 20:43:16 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 01/31/08) Whether you’re house hunting or having a house built, consider the many options available that help protect the structure against severe weather and related disasters. LSU AgCenter Disaster Programs Coordinator Pat Skinner explains a few basic techniques. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter establishes Louisiana biofuels institute</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/09/09) The LSU AgCenter has received the go-ahead from the Board of Regents to begin establishing the Louisiana Institute for Biofuels and Bioprocessing. “This has moved us a step forward in our efforts to boost the biofuels business in the state,” said John Russin, LSU AgCenter associate vice chancellor and institute director. - 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>Financial tips offered for marital harmony</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2008 19:10:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 01/15/08) The church and reception hall are reserved, the dress is selected, the invitations are addressed, the photographer and caterer are ready. You might even have your new residence “ready-to-go.” - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JTucker@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jeanette A. Tucker)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Build Food Safety Into Tailgating Game Plan</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2007 14:13:45 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 09/06/07) Tailgating in Louisiana gets in full swing with the kickoff of football season. To prevent food-borne illness, build your game plan around the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Partnership for Food Safety Education’s food safety steps, says Dr. Beth Reames, LSU AgCenter food safety specialist. The four steps in the plan are clean, separate, cook and chill. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>BReames@agcenter.lsu.edu (Elizabeth S. Reames)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Take Precautions Against Termites</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Sep 2007 18:38:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 09/24/07) Among the many natural threats homeowners face is termite infestation. Precautions can minimize that threat. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>GRHenderson@agcenter.lsu.edu (Gregg Henderson)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Common Sense Prevents Spread Of Staph Infections</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:21:45 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/05/07) A certain type of staph infection (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus – MRSA) can easily be prevented with proper hygiene and heal with treatment, according to Terri Crawford, Northeast region nutrition agent with the LSU AgCenter. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>TCrawford@agcenter.lsu.edu (Terri L. Crawford)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Gift cards  are a top choice; purchase and use them wisely</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:33:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/09/09) When people were asked what they wanted to receive this year, gift cards was the clear winner, according to an LSU AgCenter family economist. - 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>Consumers Find Oysters For Dressing, Pecans For Pies In Shorter Supply With Higher Prices</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2006 21:17:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 11/13/06) Oyster dressing and pecan pie – both made with Louisiana-grown products – may be a bit more difficult to get this holiday season and may cause consumers to dig a little deeper in their pockets when they find them. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JSupan@agcenter.lsu.edu (John E. Supan)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Beating the odds on losing weight for the new year possible</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2007 20:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/14/07) A New Year’s resolution for many people is to lose weight. The increasing rate of overweight and obesity tells us this pledge hasn’t been working, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>BReames@agcenter.lsu.edu (Elizabeth S. Reames)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Remember baby’s temperament during holiday festivities</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 20:36:06 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Radio News 12/14/09) Holidays are an exciting time with a new baby, but the festivities can be stressful for infants and toddlers. LSU AgCenter child and family life expert Dr. Linda Robinson says parents should be aware of their baby’s temperament during holiday activities. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Holidays can be hazardous to pets</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/07/07) Food, decorations and rituals that make the holidays festive for people can be hazardous to pets. LSU AgCenter veterinarian Dr. Christine Navarre cautions pet owners to keep the season safe for their animals. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>You can make the most of the holidays</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2007 22:17:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/11/07) Although holiday thoughts are typically happy, the hustle and bustle of holiday schedules can be challenging. The season can bring up many issues for families to deal with, according to LSU AgCenter youth development expert Dr. Janet Fox. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Spend less, enjoy the holidays more</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2008 16:51:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/10/07) Christmas is a time to celebrate family, friends and traditions. For many, however, it is also a time of great stress and large credit card debt. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JTucker@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jeanette A. Tucker)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Holiday Raw Egg Recipes Risky</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2007 15:46:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/06/07) The holidays abound with tasty treats such as eggnog, cream pies and other dishes containing eggs. Eating raw or undercooked eggs is a risk for foodborne illness, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Show Holiday Spirit By Volunteering</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/05/07) The holidays bring a special time for individuals and their families to show others that they care. LSU AgCenter volunteer expert Dr. Janet Fox urges becoming part a growing force of volunteers who are making a difference in their communities. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JFox@agcenter.lsu.edu (Janet E. Fox)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Do Homework Before Buying Gift Cards</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2007 20:34:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/04/07) Gift cards are great for holiday giving – recipients love the option to pick out the exact item, color and size that they want, and givers enjoy their one-size-fits-all convenience and easy availability. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>JTucker@agcenter.lsu.edu (Jeanette A. Tucker)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Enjoy Pecans Longer With Proper Handling</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2007 14:07:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 11/13/07) Pecans are nutritious, tasty treats that literally fall from trees. They should be handled properly to ensure that their flavor and quality remain until the next harvest, according to LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dr. John Pyzner. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>‘Choose-And-Cut’ Tree Season Begins</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 11/09/07) If you’ve been confused in the past about the temperature you needed to cook your holiday turkey, you now need to remember only one temperature, 165 degrees. Past food safety guidelines recommended higher temperatures for some poultry products, including 170 degrees for chicken breasts and 180 degrees for whole birds. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Celebrate Family Ties By Volunteering</title>
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      <title>Sweet Potatoes – A Nutritious Treat for the Holidays</title>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter Nutritionist Lists Best Ways to Thaw Turkey</title>
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      <title>Watch your calories when shopping</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/08/09) If you’re planning to spend time at the mall this holiday season, LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames offers some tips to help you prevent overeating while you’re out and about. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Fresh Christmas tree adds special touch to holiday decorations</title>
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      <title>Grow assorted cool-season vegetables in Louisiana gardens</title>
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      <title>Expert tells how to select a poinsettia for the holidays</title>
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      <title>Reviewing your credit report is important</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 12/01/09) The Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA or FACT ACT) requires each of the credit bureaus to provide you with a free copy of your credit report each year. The big three bureaus have set up a central source where you can get your free annual credit report, according to Dr. Jeanette Tucker, LSU AgCenter family economics specialist. - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Not many plants are as strong as an oak</title>
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      <title>Moth orchids make a good ‘first orchid’</title>
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      <title>Christmas trees need proper care</title>
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      <title>Landscapes can be created as bird habitats</title>
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      <title>Tom H. Scott elected to National 4-H Hall of Fame</title>
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      <title>Folsom citrus grower finds success despite northern location</title>
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      <title>LSU AgCenter Nutritionist Explains What’s Safe For Microwaving</title>
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      <title>9 Louisiana 4-H’ers compete at 2009 national poultry, egg conference</title>
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      <dc:creator>LBenedict@agcenter.lsu.edu (Linda F. Benedict)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Thanksgiving dinner costs down 9 percent for 2009</title>
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      <title>Louisiana dairy farmers face obstacles</title>
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      <title>Vow to move more, eat less over holidays</title>
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      <title>Compare prices and sizes when purchasing plants</title>
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      <title>Pecan harvest delayed by weather, but crop should be plentiful</title>
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      <title>Venting: What you don’t know can kill you</title>
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      <title>Research advises cutting back on phosphorus in cow’s diets</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 11/06/09) Thanksgiving is a perfect time to enjoy Louisiana yams. The Louisiana yam is an exceptional type of sweet potato – sweet and flavorful, with a soft, moist flesh, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames . - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>N.O. students get their hands dirty while learning</title>
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      <title>Plant chrysanthemums for a splash of color</title>
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      <title>Protect your children from lead poisoning</title>
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      <title>Bull testing prevents disasters in cattle business</title>
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      <title>Here are some tips for growing spring bulbs in containers</title>
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      <title>Cool-season bedding plants come in 4 categories</title>
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      <title>You can plant hedges for privacy now</title>
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      <title>Heavy rains pose problems for Louisiana farmers</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:49:56 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Distributed 11/02/09) After two major hurricanes in 2008, most Louisiana agricultural producers were hoping for a much-improved production environment in 2009. Unfortunately, 2009 has once again been a challenging one for the agricultural sector, according to an LSU AgCenter agricultural economist. - 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>Yards may soon require cold protection</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:37:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 11/02/09) Louisiana can begin to experience freezing temperatures anywhere from late fall to early winter, so it is important to start preparing yards for the impending frosts. Now is the time to survey landscapes to determine what is in need of winter protection. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DGill@agcenter.lsu.edu (Daniel J. Gill)</dc:creator>
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      <title>Plant chrysanthemums for fantastic fall color</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:58:03 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[(Audio 11/02/09) Chrysanthemums are known as the queens of the fall garden.  They provide landscapes with a wide range of beautiful colors.  Here are some pointers for purchasing and planting chrysanthemums. (Runtime: 60 seconds) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <dc:creator>DGill@agcenter.lsu.edu (Daniel J. Gill)</dc:creator>
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