Agriculture
Io moth caterpillars are stinging caterpillars that feed on the leaves of a variety of landscape plants, such as this crape myrtle. They should be controlled with appropriate insecticides when you see them. (PHOTO/Dan Gill)
Be careful when considering insecticide use
As the weather warms up, insect problems increase. Many gardeners still feel they should immediately get an insecticide and begin spraying when they see insects or some apparent insect damage in th...
May 17, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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LSU AgCenter gardening specialist Kiki Fontenot gives a lesson in gardening to three- and four- year- olds at St. Aloysius Catholic School in Baton Rouge. The students are not only learning how to grow plants, they also are learning their letters while creating plants stakes to go in their garden. (PHOTO/Johnny Morgan)  
Gardens sprout at schools
Children from all regions of Louisiana are learning about science, math and other subjects while watching their food grow in school gardens, according to LSU AgCenter county agent Miles Brashier, o...
May 16, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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LSU AgCenter horticulturist Allen Owings shows Louisiana Super Plant BabyWing begonias in the sun garden during the Louisiana Master Gardener Appreciation Day held at the Hammond Research Station on May 10. (PHOTO/LSUAgCenter)
Master Gardeners attend appreciation program
More than 200 Louisiana Master Gardeners braved downpours to be recognized for their volunteer efforts at the LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station on May 10. Attendees came from almost all parishe...
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4-H Hall of Fame inductees from left in front row: Janelle Carrier, Charles Campbell, Sheri Patout, Robbie Bailes for Thad Bailes and Nikie Patin for Cecil McCrory. Back row, from left, are: Martha Latimer, David McCrory for Cecil McCrory, Dot Veillon, Rebecca Clark, Woody Reed for Sherian Reed, Amanda Taylor Roberts, LSU AgCenter Chancellor Bill Richardson and Ann Powell. (PHOTO/Bruce Schultz)
12 more inducted in Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame
A dozen new inductees into the Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame were recognized at a ceremony at the 4-H Museum here on May 11 for their work with 4-H clubs across the state. This is my academy award ce...
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Flowers of Aphrodite althea up close. (PHOTO/Allen Owings)
Rose of Sharon adds to summer landscapes; Aphrodite named Louisiana Super Plant
Althea goes by the scientific name of Hibiscus syriacus. When they look at althea, most gardeners are reminded of the hibiscus family, to which this popular, Southern heritage plant belongs. These ...
May 13, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Flowers of Aphrodite althea. (PHOTO/Dan Gill)  
Try althea for summer color
Louisiana gardeners crave color in the landscape. When thinking about landscape color, we often tend to focus mostly on annual bedding plants. These plants are bred and selected to produce outstand...
May 10, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Proposed regulations could affect pecan growers
SHREVEPORT--Pecan growers meeting at the LSU AgCenter Pecan Research Station May 3 heard that proposed federal regulations under the Food Safety Modernization Act could have a major effect on their...
May 09, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Increased costs will hamper recovery for forestry
Legislation now under consideration by the Louisiana House of Representatives will increase costs for logging interests and forest products manufacturers in the state just as recovery is beginning,...
May 09, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Cucumber (PHOTO/Melinda Myers)
Maximize your harvest this season despite limited time, space, energy
Increase your garden’s productivity even when space, time and energy are limited. Just follow these six simple planting, maintenance and harvesting techniques for a more bountiful harvest. 1. Max...
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Students spend more time planning prom than college finances
This prom season high school girls will spend weeks struggling to find the perfect dress – will it be gold metallic, ravishing red, bright white or the hottest color? The dress is just the beginnin...
May 07, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 2 2 recommendations | email to a friend
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SunPatiens on display in the trial gardens at the LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station. (PHOTO/Allen Owings)
SunPatiens offer season-long performance
If you like the flowering habit of shade-loving impatiens, you’ll be excited to know that a new type of impatiens is on the market that will thrive in our Louisiana summer heat and humidity – SunPa...
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A watering can can come in handy for watering container plants. (PHOTO/Dan Gill)
Container, newly planted plants need special watering care
Lots of new planting gets done every spring. Proper watering can make the difference between life and death to newly planted lawns, trees, shrubs and ground covers as well as bedding and vegetable ...
May 03, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 0 0 recommendations | email to a friend
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