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The basic components of composting are location, plant materials, water, soil from your yard and some nitrogen.
In this issue: Agriculture and Natural Resources news and 4-H Youth and Family Development news.
Acreage and Yield updates for the 4-year period of 2014-2018.
Quarterly newsletters that may interest gardeners in our part of the state. This newsletter will complement the Horticulture Hints newsletter.
The 2018 Franklin Parish 4-H Movie Day will be held at Tinseltown in West Monroe, La.
The first meeting for the Gardening workshop will be held at the Scott Center on October 23.
The 2018 4-H Cookery Contest will be held on November 15 at River of Life church.
One of the most care free gardening rewards is planting spring flowering bulbs.
2017 herbicide options for weeds infesting home lawns.
Instructions on obtaining a private applicator's pesticide license to purchase restricted use pesticides for spraying your own crops, pastures, fruits, nuts, home gardens, vegetables, ornamentals and lawns.
On-farm crop demonstrations are used to show how LSU AgCenter recommendations perform on producer’s farms.
The forest products industry contributes to each parish economy in several ways, including jobs, wages and purchases in the local economies.
2018 4-H Leader Forum registration information.
Tomatoes are a favorite vegetable in a home garden
On-farm crop demonstrations are used to show how LSU AgCenter recommendations perform on producer’s farms.
Acreage and Yield 2013-2017 for the major commodities in Franklin Parish.
This report provides information about funding sources, program highlights for the area and local issues that are being faced by the parish.
Forget the newest diet trend and instead stick to the basics.
Louisianians take pride in the appearance of their lawns and landscapes. Weeds, however, can detract from that appearance and frustrate homeowners. Information on adaptation, light, soils and mulch can be found in this publication. (PDF Format Only)
Provides a direct link to the Louisiana Agriclimatic Information System (LAIS).
On-farm crop demonstrations are used to show how LSU AgCenter recommendations perform on producer’s farms. Cooperating producers and their neighbors can view these demonstrations through out a growing season and review the final harvest data. This information along with other LSU AgCenter publications is used by producers to make production decisions for the next year.
Proper hydration is important year-round, but it’s especially important in the hot summer months
On-farm crop demonstrations are used to show how LSU AgCenter recommendations perform on producer’s farms. Cooperating producers and their neighbors can view these demonstrations through out a growing season and review the final harvest data. This information along with other LSU AgCenter publications is used by producers to make production decisions for the next year.
Many opportunities are available to Franklin Parish youth through our dynamic 4-H program.
Sixth through eighth grade 4-H youth have a great opportunity to participate in a fun weekend of challenges with the NE Regional Challenge Camp October 2-4, 2014 at Camp Grant Walker.
Camping is one of the most important experiences a youth can have. The 4-H camping program provides an excellent opportunity for youth to experience hands-on interactive activities that help teach them independence, responsibility and teamwork.
Franklin Parish on-farm corn hybrid and soybean variety demonstration results for 2013
4-H members bring your animal project to this clinic and learn from experts how to show, groom and care for your animal.
In this article, you'll find information about fees, dates, and times for the Caldwell Parish Beef and Goat Show on September 15, 2012, at the Columbia Lions Club Rodeo Arena.
Franklin Parish on-farm corn hybrid, cotton and soybean variety demonstrations for 2012.
Article describing the life cycle of a bagworm, the damage it can cause and control options.
Learn to recognize the differences between poison ivy or poison oak and Virginia creeper.
Identification and management of quince rust on mayhaws.
Franklin Parish on-farm corn hybrid, cotton and soybean variety demonstrations for 2010.
Franklin Parish on-farm corn hybrid, cotton and soybean variety demonstrations for 2011.
Provides list of members and links to meeting minutes for the Franklin Parish Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Advisory Leadership Council.
Results for the 2011 Northeast Louisiana District Livestock Show. Thanks go out to all exhibitors for competing!
Lichen identification, properties and uses.
Franklin Parish crops are diversifing due to various influences. The agriculture landscape in Franklin Parish has been shifting due to Farm Bill changes, commodity production costs and world market influences.
Franklin Parish five-year summary of row crop acreage and yield, to view please click on the link "2010-2014 Acreage and Yield Update."
“Learn by doing” is the 4-H Club slogan. 4-H members don’t just read about things; they do them. Learn more about 4-H.
Provides a list of members and links to meeting minutes for the Franklin Parish 4-H Advisory Leadership Council.
This article gives a brief description of the Forest Tent Caterpillar including three pictures.
The article describes leaf galls or Exobasidium fungal disease including a picture of infected azalea leaves.
This 2015 guide includes helpful information on herbicides and weed control with detailed suggestions for aquatics, commercial nursery stock, field crops, forestry, fruit crops, home gardens, lawns and many other Louisiana crops. It includes information on different types of herbicide registrations, as well as information on herbicide labels and restricted uses. Also included are sprayer calibration techniques, suggestions for reducing herbicide drift and a guide to proper spray tip selection.
Use this guide to plant a successful vegetable garden. The information has been developed after considerable research and practical experience. (PDF Format Only)
Family and Consumer Sciences staff provide various health and nutrition programs for improving the lives of Louisiana citizens.
Consider joining Franklin Parish 4-H and enjoying all it has to offer - projects, making new friends, summer camp, competitions and more!
This guide for 2015 contains suggestions for management of the most important or more prevalent diseases of Louisiana plants. It includes information on fungicides, bactericides and nematicides, as well as safety precautions for using them.
Provides general information on Franklin Parish and related links of interest.
An accounting of the value of agriculture in Louisiana. Agents and specialists of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, as well as other agencies - both private and public - compile this information. It focuses on the animal, forestry, fisheries, plant and wildlife commodities that comprise our vital agricultural industry. This industry continues to contribute significantly to the state's economy with the potential for increased impacts through value-added processing.
