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Through our partnerships with local and state governments, universities, and other organizations, we are able to reach millions of individuals each year. We offer workshops, training programs, and resources that address specific needs and challenges faced by communities across the country. Our programs help farmers to increase their crop yields, families to make healthy food choices, and youth to develop important life skills.
The LSU AgCenter Extension has a far-reaching impact on Louisiana's agricultural industry, economy, environment, and the health and well-being of its citizens. Its work is critical to the long-term sustainability and success of the state. Learn more about Extension or view our impact.
The impact of our cooperative extension programs is truly remarkable. We have helped to increase the profitability of local farms, improve the health of individuals and families, and promote economic development in communities. We have also helped to empower youth to become future leaders and contributing members of society.
(11/17/23) More than 1,100 children from schools in central Louisiana participated.
(11/17/23) A new food pantry located inside Tara High School gives students and their families easy access to dry and frozen goods.
(10/20/23) You can bring color and valuable ecosystem services to your landscape by collecting and planting wildflower seeds.
(09/11/23) The LSU AgCenter’s new web-based Drought Irrigation Response Tool, or DIRT, will benefit farmers during one of the driest seasons on record.
Sidewalks help build a sense of neighborliness, encourage physical activity among residents and are important for wheelchair users.
(09/01/23) This shrub is easy to care for and has a beautiful growth habit.
(08/11/23) LaHouse to receive $300,000 from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture for resilience education.
(07/25/23) The LSU AgCenter is receiving $4.02 million from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the five-year High Obesity Program (HOP).
(05/31/23) Leaders from several countries recently attended the Sustaining Our Seas conference to discuss illegal fishing off Africa’s coast and other issues.
(05/11/23) Nearly 150 attendees focused on solutions to food insecurity throughout the state gathered to share ideas at the Louisiana Charitable Food Summit.
(Video 02/28/23) For many Louisiana 4-H’ers, the state livestock show is the culmination of their year.
(02/27/23) LSU AgCenter Northeast Region nutrition agents and educators convened to celebrate a grant from Well-Ahead Louisiana.
(02/24/23) Get ready to savor local flavors from Baton Rouge chefs and mixologists during this year’s Gourmet in the Garden event.
(Video 2/23/23) We often judge gardens by how pretty the plants look to the eye.
(01/25/23) The LSU AgCenter has announced its lineup of spring garden shows and expos that will kick off in February and continue into April.
