Message from the Director
Welcome to the LSU AgCenter Extension webpage. In Louisiana, extension is a way of life and integral to the success of the land grant mission. The primary aim of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service is to share research-based information with people throughout the state. Our committed extension faculty are present statewide, at five regional centers, 14 research stations, 14 departments, and all 64 parishes. Whether it's helping to implement sustainable farming practices, promoting your health and wellness, or educating our youth—the future leaders—we are dedicated to community service and collaboration to enhance daily life. We hope that the resources available here will inform and assist you as we work together to support and advance all aspects of Louisiana's agriculture.Sincerely,
Tara Smith, Ph.D.
Director of Extension
Dr. Tara Smith
Exec. Assoc. Vice President & Director
Program Leader ANR
LCES Administration
Dr. Gina Eubanks
Associate Vice President/Program Leader
Luella Dugas Chambers Distinguished Professorship
School of Nutrition and Food Science - LSU AgCenter
Dr. Melissa Cater
Associate Director of Extension Administration
Dr. Chiquita Briley
Assistant Director of Urban Extension Programs
Daniel Stephenson
Regional Director
Esther Boe
4-H Regional Coordinator
Jennifer Duhon
FCS Regional Coordinator
Vince Deshotel
ANR Regional Coordinator
Dr. Melissa Cater
Regional Director
Ashley Powell
4-H Regional Coordinator
Quincy Vidrine
FCS Regional Coordinator
Carol Pinnell-Alison
ANR Regional Coordinator
Dr. Ron Strahan
Regional Director
Jeannie Crnkovic
4-H Regional Coordinator
Abigail McAlister
FCS Regional Coordinator
Lee Faulk
ANR Regional Coordinator
Lauren Faust
4-H Regional Coordinator
Dr. Chiquita Briley
Interim NCH Coordinator
Dr. Renee Naquin
ANR Regional Coordinator
Dr. Kiki Fontenot
Regional Director
Lanette Hebert
4-H Regional Coordinator
Mandy Armentor
FCS Regional Coordinator
Jeremy Hebert
ANR Regional Coordinator