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In this issue: Summer is the Season, Kids Corner: Screen Time to Active Time, Mediterranean Chopped Salad, LSU AgCenter Introduces NCH Agent and more.
In this issue: Plan Your Spring Vegetable Garden for Summer Harvesting, Park Scavenger Hunt, Sauteed Spring Vegetables, Around the Region, and May Calendar.
In this issue: March is National Nutrition Month, Kids Corner: Food Fun, Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal, Savoring the Moment, and April Calendar.
In this issue: Seafood for Heart Health, Kids Corner - Indoor Adventure Quest, Red Pepper and Dill Hummus, The Herb Dill, and March Calendar.
In this issue: Focus on Wellness Year-round; Kids Corner; Honey Garlic Chicken; Why Connectivity Matters; and February Calendar.
In this issue: Introducing Read and Ride in Northeast Louisiana, Kids Corner, Ambrosia, Welcome Our New Local Foods Systems Coordinator, and January calendar.
In this issue: Preparing your Holiday Turkey Safely, Kids Corner, Deviled Eggs, Walk This Way, and December Calendar.
In this issue: Spooky Foods, Halloween Safety Tips, Not-So-Spooky Air "Fried" Brussels Sprouts, Communities on the Move, and November Calendar.
In this issue: LSU AgCenter Premier Program: Small Changes Healthy Habits, Kids Corner, Grilled Okra with Olive Oil and Garlic, Welcome Tara, and Oct. Calendar.
In this issue: Boosting Back-to-School Success Through Physical Activity, Kids Corner, Recipe of the Month, Success Story, and What's Happening in September.
In this issue: Managing Your Food Dollars, Kids Corner, Recipe of the Month, Success Story, and What's Happing in August.
In this issue: Hydrate with Infused Water, Kids Corner, Black Eyed Pea Salsa, Success Story, and What's Happening in July.
In this issue: Family Movement Matters, Kids Corner, Apple Nachos, What's Happening in June
In this issue: Kids Corner, Dig In to Fitness with Gardening, Lori's Hummus, Community Highlight - Ouachita/Union Parish, and What's Happening in May.
In this issue: National Nutrition Month; Kids' Corner; Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, & Feta Pasta; Community Highlight: Clarks - Caldwell; April Events
In this issue: The New & Improved Germ Cave, Kids' Corner, Sweet Potato Casserole, The Importance of Handwashing & Food Safety, and January calendar.
In this issue: Diabetes Awareness Month; Kids' Corner; Pumpkin Fluff Dip; Tensas Produce Market Falls into Place; and December Calendar
In this issue: Breast Cancer Awareness Month; Kids' Corner; Southwestern Roasted Vegetables; West Carroll Parish Fall Community Health Fair; November Calendar.
In this issue: Kids' Corner, National Childhood Obesity Month, Kid-Friendly English Muffin Pizza, A Facelift for Facen Park, and October Calendar
(09/08/2023) Lake Providence, La. – Lake Providence has received $2 million to help put their newly adopted complete streets plan into action.
Container Gardening; Coping with Stress Through Nutrition; Geaux Shop Healthy; Workouts that Rock; Upcoming Events; Wake-up Smoothie; Information
Eight teens in West Carroll Parish learned all about nutrition, food prep and cooking, food safety, and physical activity using approaches and strategies that..
A Well-Ahead Louisiana Workplace Wellness grant has funded equipment and training for team members to "fit in fitness" at the workplace.
Local Food Finds; Food Safety: It's Especially Important for You with Diabetes; February is American Heart Month; Upcoming Events; Turnip & Pork Fricassee...
January 2023 FCS Newsletter.
The teens created their own chili seasoning blend using lots of herbs and spices with very little salt added.
Mexican Chorizo & Sweet Potato Soup; Activity Corner: Living Necklace; Active Play for Rainy & Cold Days; Connecting Communities; National Bean Day; & more
'Tis the Season for Spending; Hot Fruit Salad; Activity Corner; Food Safe Families; Upcoming Events; Information
Walk-A-Mile Day is a day for physical activity in East Carroll Parish at the Lakeside Walking Trail. It is a day for the community to come out and utilize...
A Seat at the Table with Family, Friends, and Colleagues; Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup; Fall Fun at the Delta Master Gardeners' Pumpkin Patch; and more.
The Southern University Ag Center FCS Agent of the Year Award was presented to Marianna Langston.
Motivational health and walking trail signs installed at Willie Davis Jr. Recreation Center walking trail.
Major improvements will soon be made to Kendall's Park in Lake Providence thanks to the East Carroll Parish HYPE Coalition.
In this issue: National Rice Month, Healthy Recipe Box, Local Food Finds, Kid Stuff, Food Safe Families, Upcoming Events, and Information.
Many exciting things have happened throughout the summer to help prepare the youth for the upcoming school year such as summer school, mentorship programs...
In this issue: Growing Healthy Communities through HYPE, Pack a Healthy Lunch for the Whole Bunch, Geaux Shop Healthy When Selecting Back to School Snacks...
An overview of the air fryer, benefits and features, tips for using one, recipes, and accessories.
Teaching youth proper cooking techniques, kitchen safety, & food safety, along with nutrition & healthy living facts will empower them to become healthier & ...
Watermelon is 92% water, so it is a perfect food for rehydrating on a hot, summer day.
A key function of Healthy Communities is to gather community input and support for all interventions.
In this issue: Mental Health Awareness; Healthy Recipe Box; Meditate on This; Activity Corner; Local Food Finds; Kid Stuff; Upcoming Events; and Contact Info.
In Franklin Parish we are kicking off KidChef Nutrition Workshops with youth for ages 9-12.
In this issue: June is Soul Food Month; Juneteenth Celebrations & Traditions in the Region; Farmers Market Frenzy; Food Safe Families; Activity Corner; and more
Pressure canners are used with low-acid foods prone to harboring harmful microorganisms.
Enjoy in-season fruits and veggies.
The CSFP provides a monthly food package tailored for older adults age 60 or above that can help stretch your food dollars and add nutritious foods to your diet
Get Fitter and Stronger, Talk to the Doc, Make a Plan and Be Accountable, and Start Slow
So exactly how much is a gram of sugar? "One" teaspoon of granulated sugar equals "four" grams of sugar.
All it takes is a phone to determine if you are eligible; this is only available to College and University Staff.
Find out what your recommended daily intake (RDI) of calcium is.
Knowing how to prepare different components of a meal, and in what order, can help you learn to cook.
Reduce calories, fat, sugar and sodium, while increasing nutrients without sacrificing taste, with these recipe swaps.
How savvy are you when it comes to food safety? Take this quiz to find out.
Different ways to safely cook a turkey.
