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(Radio News 12/06/10) Purchases of gifts, food and decorations for this holiday season are expected to average around $700 per household, according to LSU AgCenter family economist Jeanette Tucker. If you intend to buy on credit, Tucker says not to spread out the spending over several credit cards. (Runtime: 1:20)
(Radio News 12/06/10) Louisiana farmers have planted about 300,000 acres of wheat – double what was planted last year. Increased demand for wheat seed caught suppliers off guard, and seed supplies already were lower than normal, according to LSU AgCenter wheat specialist Ed Twidwell. (Runtime: 1:05)
(Radio News 12/20/10) The LSU AgCenter recently showed off new varieties of poinsettias at an annual poinsettia open house. On display were plants such as Solstice Red, Tapestry and Ruby Frost, which has contrasting red and white bracts. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jeff Kuehny says breeders are developing varieties with more traditional leaf shapes. (Runtime: 1:15)
(Radio News 12/20/10) Louisiana citrus is in season, and while the quality of the year’s crop is high, the quantity is low. Joseph Ranatza has 50 acres of satsuma and navel trees in Plaquemines Parish. Hard freezes late last year and earlier this year affected his trees. (Runtime: 1:10)
(Radio News 12/06/10) Problems with wheat crops in other parts of the world affected the amount of wheat Louisiana farmers planted this year. Drought devastated crops in Russia and Eastern Europe. LSU AgCenter wheat specialist Ed Twidwell explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(TV 12/20/10) Down in the southeastern tip of the state, the citrus industry continues -- despite hardships in the form of hurricanes and freezes. With the crop in season, LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard has this report. (Runtime: 1:44)
(Radio News 12/15/10) An LSU AgCenter nutritionist suggests sneaking in ways to move more this holiday season. Beth Reames says adding exercise to your schedule can keep you from gaining holiday weight. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Radio News 12/06/10) The LSU AgCenter’s Smart Portions program offers eight weekly classes designed to help individuals learn good lifestyle habits to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. The program uses no fads and no gimmicks and instead relies on research-based information. But can this research-based information stand up to a buffet table loaded with holiday desserts? Past participants in the program are planning their strategies for handling holiday eating healthfully. (Runtine: 1:35)
(Video News 12/06/10) Farmers planted Louisiana’s wheat crop last month, and they doubled the number of acres compared to what was planted across the state last year. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard reports.(Runtime: 1:31)
(Radio News 12/20/10) A poinsettia can bring a touch of Christmas to any area. If you are decorating with poinsettias this holiday season, remember to take care of the plants throughout the holidays. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jeff Kuehny explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Radio News 12/20/10) Citrus is a popular backyard fruit tree in Louisiana. Homeowners can avoid damage this winter if hard freezes occur by protecting their trees, says LSU AgCenter county agent Alan Vaughn. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Radio News 12/13/10) More than half of the adults in Louisiana are either overweight or obese. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames and nutrition agents across the state are combating this statistic with their Smart Portions program. (Runtime: 1:15)
(Radio News 12/13/10) Americans will spend a projected $23 billion on gift cards this holiday season. Consumers gained new gift card protection from the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009, but the ECO-gift card act delayed the effective date of the on-the-card disclosures, says LSU AgCenter family economist Jeanette Tucker. (Runtime: 1:20)
(Radio News 12/27/10) Louisiana dairy farmers are feeling a little more optimistic this year. High costs of feed, fuel and fertilizer and the low prices farmers were getting for their milk had been cutting deeply into farmers’ profits, but things have improved recently, says Mike McCormick, LSU AgCenter dairy researcher and research coordinator of its Southeast Research Station. (Runtime: 1:05)
(TV News 12/27/10) Louisiana dairy farmers have had a difficult time in recent years, receiving low prices for their milk while paying high prices for the food, fuel and fertilizer needed to raise their animals. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard reports that the financial situation is improving for farmers, and dairy researchers are working to make dairy operations more efficient. (Runtime: 1:26)
(Radio News 12/13/10) 4-H is known for its livestock shows, but 4-H’ers in Vermilion Parish put on a show that involved pugs, poodles, spaniels, gerbils and a variety of other pets. LSU AgCenter 4-H agent Shannan Waits explains. (Runtime :60)
(Radio News 12/13/10) 4-H junior leaders in Vermilion Parish participated in a year-long service-learning project aimed at working with and helping special needs youth in their area. LSU AgCenter 4-H agents Hilton and Shannan Waits helped the parish's Junior Leader Club conceptualize and carry out the project. (Runtime: 1:20)
(Radio News 12/15/10) You can create a holiday budget, but you may leave out costs of the season that can add up. LSU AgCenter child and family life expert Linda Robinson says families need to be aware of the hidden costs of Christmas.(Runtime: 1:15)
(Radio News 12/20/10) Holidays can be a stressful and sad time for some individuals. LSU AgCenter child and family life expert Linda Robinson says having a high expectation of the holidays can lead to disappointment. (Runtime: 1:20)
(Radio News 12/13/10) 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 Linda Robinson says parents should be aware of their baby’s temperament. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Video News 12/13/10) Holidays can be hard on anyone trying to maintain a healthy weight. Following a few tips from this LSU AgCenter nutrition program can help you get by and not be deprived. (Runtime: 1:47)
(Radio News 12/06/10) LSU AgCenter family economist Jeanette Tucker says the economy may make you say "bah humbug," so an important thing to do is make a realistic holiday budget and stick to it. (Runtime: 1:15)
(Radio News 12/15/10) The holiday season is a special time for giving – especially to those in need, says LSU AgCenter family economist Jeanette Tucker. Giving to charities is a generous way to spend money during the holidays, but Tucker warns of frauds and advises that you give to recognized charities with a history. (Runtime: 1:10)
(Radio News 12/27/10) To make dairy production more efficient, LSU AgCenter researchers are looking at forage management. Mike McCormick, research coordinator of the LSU AgCenter's Southeast Research Station, says research focuses on practices dairy farmers can implement to save money and help their cows produce more milk. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
