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Cleco asks Louisiana nonprofits to apply for corporate giving program funds

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
On Jan. 2, 1984, in the library of Central Middle School, 21 young ladies met and the dream of Maryland Graham became a reality, for the Eunice Branch of the National Association of University Women was now official. Helena Patton, the sectional director in Louisiana, assisted by Ezora J.

Louisiana state income tax filing begins Jan. 29

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) will begin accepting 2023 state individual income tax returns on Jan. 29. On Jan. 29, taxpayers can begin filing their state income tax returns electronically through Louisiana File Online, the state’s free web portal for individual tax filers.
Frozen blooms of Japanese magnolias will become mushy when ice thaws. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

Frozen blooms of Japanese magnolias will become mushy when ice thaws. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

Proactive steps to protect your plants

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, January 19, 2024
By Heather Kirk-Ballard LSU AgCenter horticulturist When winter weather forecasts call for freezing temperatures, it’s crucial to take proactive steps to safeguard both your home and plants from the impending cold snap.
LSU AgCenter economist Michael Deliberto speaks during the Louisiana Agricultural Outlook Forum Jan. 10 at the State Evacuation Shelter near Alexandria. (Photo by Olivia McClure/LSU AgCenter)

LSU AgCenter economist Michael Deliberto speaks during the Louisiana Agricultural Outlook Forum Jan. 10 at the State Evacuation Shelter near Alexandria. (Photo by Olivia McClure/LSU AgCenter)

Farmers should get some relief on input costs in 2024 challenges likely to remain

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, January 19, 2024
After a year of economic challenges amplified by unfavorable weather, Louisiana farmers recently got some good news from LSU AgCenter experts. The costs of inputs like fertilizer and fuel, while still high, are trending downward.
Gov. Jeff Landry shakes hands with Louisiana lawmakers while entering the State Capitol’s House chamber on Jan. 15, the first day of a special session on redistricting and election matters. (Michael Johnson/The Advocate, Pool)

Gov. Jeff Landry shakes hands with Louisiana lawmakers while entering the State Capitol’s House chamber on Jan. 15, the first day of a special session on redistricting and election matters. (Michael Johnson/The Advocate, Pool)

Bipartisan push for Louisiana’s second majority-Black congressional district

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
On the first day of a federal court-ordered redistricting special session, which also fell on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Louisiana’s elected officials appeared to adopt a motto from the civil rights leader. “It’s never the wrong time to do the right thing,” King said in a 1964 speech.
Icy blooms. (LSU AgCenter photo)

Icy blooms. (LSU AgCenter photo)

Prepare now for the coming cold snap

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, January 12, 2024
Winter is about to make its presence known, and with it comes many questions about protecting landscape plants, pipes and pets when the temperature drops. LSU AgCenter professionals say everyone should pay attention to the forecasts to know ahead of time when freezing weather is approaching.
The Red-N-Sweet watermelon has dark red, sweet flesh. It was the last watermelon released from the Calhoun Research Station. Photo by Kerry D. Heafner

The Red-N-Sweet watermelon has dark red, sweet flesh. It was the last watermelon released from the Calhoun Research Station. Photo by Kerry D. Heafner

LSU watermelon nominated for Slow Food Ark of Taste

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, January 12, 2024
A watermelon cultivar developed at the now closed LSU AgCenter Calhoun Research Station has been nominated for boarding onto the Slow Food Ark of Taste. The Red-N-Sweet is a 1987 LSU release.
A great way to minimize your inputs while maximizing your outputs is to use plants athat are edible. (Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

A great way to minimize your inputs while maximizing your outputs is to use plants athat are edible. (Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

It’s a new year in the garden and time to plan

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, January 12, 2024
With a new year upon us, now is the time to sit down and reflect on last year and what you would like to do with your garden and landscape in 2024. There are some consistent gardening trends across the U.S.