The LSU AgCenter is dedicated to providing innovative research, information, and education to improve people’s lives. Working in a statewide network of parish extension offices, research stations and academic departments, the LSU AgCenter helps Louisiana citizens make the best use of natural resources, protect the environment, enhance agricultural enterprises, and develop human and community resources.
In Pointe Coupee Parish, the food and nutrition score is 42/100, indicating a significant need for improved access to healthy food options and better nutrition education. The general nutrition program aims to promote health and prevent chronic diseases through comprehensive education. By offering classes such as Smart Portions and Dining with Diabetes, the program provides valuable knowledge on nutrition for health promotion and diabetes management. Additionally, the program collaborates with the school board's child nutrition program to educate children about healthy eating habits. It also encourages physical activity and literacy through initiatives like the story walk, fostering a complete approach to community well-being.
The 2024-2025 school year, school club meeting for grades 4th-12th will explore “Water Works”. Youth will expand their knowledge on states of matter, the properties of water, watersheds, buoyancy, recycling, and more. Students can also join events like 4-H Camp, cookeries, Jr. Leader Club, Shooting Sports, Livestock Shows, workshops, 4-H University, and Achievement Day.
Pointe Coupee is a major agricultural parish that produces corn, cotton, soybeans, sugarcane, rice, and wheat; all being grown on approximately 165,000 acres. Pointe Coupee continues to be the largest sugarcane producing parish in Louisiana with approximately 72,680 acres in production. Pointe Coupee farmers rely on information from the LSU AgCenter to stay efficient and productive. Therefore, the parish hosts an annual Farm Forum with presentations from specialists and researchers who provide the most current research-based information available. Due to these trainings, producers can become better stewards of the land.
Physical & Mailing Address:
180 East Main St., 1st Floor, New Roads, LA 70760
Phone: 225-638-5533
Fax: 225-638-5550
Email: pointecoupee@agcenter.lsu.edu
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Website: www.LSUAgCenter.com/PointeCoupee
Social Media: Facebook: @PCLSUAgCenter
Parish Chair: Mark Carriere
mcarriere@agcenter.lsu.edu
Additional Contact:
Tara Manuel
Administrative Coordinator
tmanuel@agcenter.lsu.edu
4-H Clubs, school enrichment, field days, publications, newsletters, class series, website, social media, and workshops
185 volunteers from 4-H, Master Gardeners, family and community and Master Horseman.
The general nutrition program aims to promote health and prevent chronic diseases through comprehensive education. By offering classes such as Smart Portions and Dining with Diabetes, the program provides valuable knowledge on nutrition for health promotion and diabetes management. Additionally, the program collaborates with the school board's child nutrition program to educate children about healthy eating habits. It also encourages physical activity and literacy through initiatives like the story walk, fostering a complete approach to community well-being.
Our stakeholders at the parish level are the local supporters and beneficiaries of the LSU AgCenter cooperative extension programs. Their support keeps these critical programs in their communities.
For the latest research-based information on just about anything, visit our website: LSUAgCenter.com