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(Audio 11/01/10) Found in the bayous and estuaries of coastal Louisiana, the cocahoe minnow is a prized marine bait fish used for fishing in coastal waters. These minnows usually are caught from the wild, but their population isn’t consistent. The LSU AgCenter's Aquaculture Research Station conducted a cocahoe minnow workshop to discuss the fish and the possibility of farm-raising them. (Runtime: 1:46)
(Radio News 11/01/10) Cocahoe minnows are a favorite live bait for anglers fishing in or along the Louisiana coast. The one drawback to the minnows, however, is that their population is seasonal, says LSU AgCenter aquaculture researcher Christopher Green. (Runtime: 1:20)
(Radio News 11/29/10) More schools are planting gardens and incorporating them into the curriculum. LSU AgCenter gardening specialist Kathryn Fontenot says gardens offer many benefits, including nutrition, to school children. (Runtime: 1:05)
(Radio News 11/22/10) A sweet potato processing facility opened recently in north Louisiana. The ConAgra Lamb Weston facility in Delhi will make frozen sweet potato French fries. LSU AgCenter sweet potato specialist Tara Smith says this is good news for growers. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Radio News 11/22/10) Fourteen high school juniors and seniors from across the state are participating in the LSU AgCenter’s Louisiana Young Ag Producer Program. Bradley Leger, who coordinates the program, says participants started with an institute aimed at giving them a broad view of Louisiana’s agricultural industry. (Runtime: 1:05)
(Radio News 11/15/10) Researchers with the LSU AgCenter Pecan Research Station are working on new ways to combat pecan scab disease. Randy Sanderlin, the resident coordinator at the station, says pecan scab disease is a fungus that can attack any growing part of the tree, and has the potential to completely destroy the crop. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Radio News 11/15/10) The turkey is the star on Thanksgiving tables. Most people buy their birds frozen, so to get it ready for the big day, it must be thawed properly, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Radio News 11/01/10) Fall is a great time to enjoy Louisiana sweet potatoes, and LSU AgCenter nutritionist Beth Reames says they are loaded with nutrients. (Runtime: 1:10)
(Radio News 11/01/10) Found in the bayous and estuaries of coastal Louisiana, the cocahoe minnow is a prized marine bait fish used for fishing in coastal waters. LSU AgCenter aquaculture researcher Christopher Green conducted a cocahoe minnow workshop. (Runtime: 1:20)
(Radio News 11/22/10) Cade Heinen is hoping for a future that includes big farm equipment and lots or rice acres. But before this high school student embarks on a career in agriculture, he wants to learn more, so he is participating in the LSU AgCenter’s Louisiana Young Ag Producer Program. (Runtime: 1:20)
(Radio News 11/01/10) Students at Fannie C. Williams School in New Orleans recently learned what bullying is and what makes a bully, and during the process many students recognized they may be bullies. The students were participating in an anti-bullying program presented by the LSU AgCenter. (Runtime: 1:05)
(Radio News 11/22/10) After two dismal years where Louisiana sweet potato farmers watched their crops rot in the field from too much rain, they finally got the harvest they’ve been hoping for this year. The dry fall allowed for a smooth harvest and a good crop, says LSU AgCenter sweet potato specialist Tara Smith. (Runtime: 1:15)
(TV News 11/22/10) Ideal weather during the 2010 harvest season helped Louisiana sweet potato farmers get their crop in just in time for Thanksgiving. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard reports that this year's crop may help some farmers to stay in business after devastating seasons the past two years. (Runtime: 1:33)
(Radio News 11/08/10) Much of the expenses for poultry producers come from heating the houses, which is critical for young chicks. Researchers at the LSU AgCenter's Hill Farm Research Station will be testing two different types of heating systems in poultry demonstration houses – brood and tube heating. Hill Farm Research Coordinator Bill Owens explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(TV News 11/15/10) A set of poultry demonstration houses will help growers raise chickens more efficiently. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard visited the houses to learn more about the research taking place in them. (Runtime: 1:38)
(Radio News 11/08/10) Demonstration houses at the LSU AgCenter's Hill Farm Research Station at Homer will be used to test equipment and techniques for raising chickens. LSU AgCenter Hill Farm Resident Coordinator Bill Owens explains. (Runtime: 1:20)
(Radio News 11/08/10) This fall’s drought has been good for harvesting some crops but has taken a toll on young pine trees. This makes two bad seasons for establishing forest plantations, says LSU AgCenter forestry researcher Michael Blazier. (Runtime: 1:10)
(Radio News 11/01/10) Bullying is a prevalent problem in many schools, and recent teen suicides resulting from bullying have shown how dangerous it can be. LSU AgCenter agents in Orleans Parish are trying to do something to curtail it. 4-H agent Traig Varnado hosted a weeklong anti-bullying program at the Fannie C. Williams School. (Runtime: 1:30)
(TV News 11/29/10) About a dozen high school students are spending a year immersed in agriculture. The students are participating in the Louisiana Young Ag Producers Program. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard has the story. (Runtime: 1:35)
(Radio News 11/22/10) The cost of the typical Thanksgiving meal is up by 9 percent this year. An LSU AgCenter survey shows it will cost about $40.64 to feed 10 people turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, pumpkin pie and other traditional parts of this holiday dinner. LSU AgCenter family economist Jeanette Tucker explains. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Video 11/08/10) Pecans are a fall favorite, filling pies and topping sweet potato casseroles. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard reports that this year’s crop is late, but with a little rain, can rebound. (Runtime: 1:43)
(Radio News 11/15/10) Whether you brine or baste, roast or fry, an LSU AgCenter nutritionist says the one important point when cooking a turkey is to use a meat thermometer to make sure it is cooked thoroughly. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Radio News 11/08/10) Pecan exports have increased dramatically in the past year. LSU AgCenter pecan expert Charles Graham says the pecans grown in the United States generally stayed close to home. But good news for growers is the increase in exports to Asian countries, particularly China. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Radio News 11/08/10) Outbreaks of salmonella in nut crops have raised concerns about food safety. LSU AgCenter pecan expert Charles Graham says the LSU AgCenter is working with growers to keep their crop from becoming contaminated. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Radio News 11/08/10) Clusters of pecans stayed in trees longer than usual this year. Dry weather throughout summer and into fall kept them in place, causing several problems for pecan producers. Randy Sanderlin, research coordinator of the LSU AgCenter's Pecan Research Station, explains. (Runtime: 1:10)
(Radio News 11/15/10) The nation’s recession has hurt the forestry industry, but LSU AgCenter researchers are looking for ways to help forestry remain profitable. Forestry researcher Michael Blazier has several studies that are aimed at helping forest landowners grow trees faster and better. (Runtime: 1:35)
(Radio News 11/29/10) An Environmental Protection Agency environmental education grant has helped establish 11 school gardens across Louisiana. Kathryn Fontenot, LSU AgCenter gardening specialist, is administering the grant and recently held a workshop for teachers participating in the program. (Runtime: 1:20)
