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Internal dry rot of satsuma fruits. (Photos by Raj Singh/LSU AgCenter)

Internal dry rot of satsuma fruits. (Photos by Raj Singh/LSU AgCenter)

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Bugs, late-blooming trees may affect citrus yields

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, December 9, 2022
Citrus is the most popular kind of fruit grown in Louisiana. This time of year, satsumas and other types of citrus are abundant — and delicious. Several biotic and abiotic stresses affect citrus yields, however, and may dishearten home gardeners when they cannot enjoy their harvest.
The Soul Queen of New Orleans, Irma Thomas, talks to the soul of Louisiana’s music scene with Jay Dardenne. Thomas and Dardenne will appear in the new documentary “Why Louisiana ain’t Mississippi .. or Any Place Else!” on Louisiana Public Broadcasting next week. (Image provided by Louisiana Public Broadcasting)

The Soul Queen of New Orleans, Irma Thomas, talks to the soul of Louisiana’s music scene with Jay Dardenne. Thomas and Dardenne will appear in the new documentary “Why Louisiana ain’t Mississippi .. or Any Place Else!” on Louisiana Public Broadcasting next week. (Image provided by Louisiana Public Broadcasting)

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LPB to air two-part documentary about Louisiana history, culture

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
“Why Louisiana Ain’t Mississippi… Or Any Place Else!” That’s the apt name of Louisiana Public Broadcasting’s new, two-part documentary running next week that producers describe as a whirlwind tour of Louisiana’s history. Louisiana Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne inspired the program.

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U.S. Treasury awards Louisiana up to $113M to support small business growth

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
On Tuesday, the U.S Treasury announced it has approved Louisiana’s application for up to $113 million in federal support for small business owners and entrepreneurs as part of the $10 billion State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).
Students enrolled in Carl Motsenbocker’s Principles and Practices of Olericulture course are donating their produce to the LSU Food Pantry. More than 750 pounds have been donated so far this semester, with more to be harvested. (Photo by Annabelle Lang/LSU College of Agriculture)

Students enrolled in Carl Motsenbocker’s Principles and Practices of Olericulture course are donating their produce to the LSU Food Pantry. More than 750 pounds have been donated so far this semester, with more to be harvested. (Photo by Annabelle Lang/LSU College of Agriculture)

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The high-density garden with a high impact on campus lives

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, December 2, 2022
LSU horticulture students are learning practices that will stay with them for a lifetime, including how to battle food insecurity in the campus community.
Fallen leaves provide shelter for many butterfly and moth species. (Photos by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

Fallen leaves provide shelter for many butterfly and moth species. (Photos by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

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‘Leaf’ it to mulch to make your landscape better

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, December 2, 2022
The leaves are falling all over the state now. There are several things you can do with those leaves. One great way to use those leaves to your — and your plants’ — benefit is to use leaf litter as mulch.

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Louisiana shows improvement on Fall Reading Report

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, December 2, 2022
The Louisiana Department of Education released its Fall 2022 Reading Report Thursday that shows how public school students in grades K-3 scored on a literacy screener given during the first 30 days of the current school year.
LAFAYETTE — The University of Louisiana at Lafayette and a Belgian university signed a memorandum of understanding Tuesday to create a student exchange between the two institutions. UL Lafayette’s new partner: the University of Namur in central Belgium. Namur has been a twin city of Lafayette since the 1970s. Dr. Joseph Savoie, UL Lafayette president, said such exchanges “broaden our connection to the world and enhance the perspective of students and faculty members who participate in them.” “With the partn

LAFAYETTE — The University of Louisiana at Lafayette and a Belgian university signed a memorandum of understanding Tuesday to create a student exchange between the two institutions. UL Lafayette’s new partner: the University of Namur in central Belgium. Namur has been a twin city of Lafayette since the 1970s. Dr. Joseph Savoie, UL Lafayette president, said such exchanges “broaden our connection to the world and enhance the perspective of students and faculty members who participate in them.” “With the partn

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UL Lafayette, University of Namur partner for student exchange

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette and a Belgian university signed a memorandum of understanding Tuesday to create a student exchange between the two institutions. UL Lafayette’s new partner: the University of Namur in central Belgium. Namur has been a twin city of Lafayette since the 1970s.
Holidays bring families and friends together, but can also mean potential hazards for pets. Table foods, ornaments, and other holiday items can be harmful to cats and dogs. Every year veterinarians at the LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital see an increase in a variety of digestive diseases during the holiday season.

Holidays bring families and friends together, but can also mean potential hazards for pets. Table foods, ornaments, and other holiday items can be harmful to cats and dogs. Every year veterinarians at the LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital see an increase in a variety of digestive diseases during the holiday season.

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Keep your pets healthy and safe during the holidays

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
Holidays bring families and friends together, but can also mean potential hazards for pets. Table foods, ornaments, and other holiday items can be harmful to cats and dogs.
Journaling can be an excellent way to practice gratitude.

Journaling can be an excellent way to practice gratitude.

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Gardening with gratitude

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
By Heather Kirk-Ballard LSU AgCenter horticulturist Scientific research has demonstrated that gratitude has many health benefits. According to Harvard Health, studies have shown that taking time to reflect on things we are thankful for has a positive association with personal wellbeing and health.
Steve Bandy / Crowley Post-Signal

Steve Bandy / Crowley Post-Signal

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Economist predicts bumpy economy

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
“The next couple of years could be bumpy.” That’s how Dr. Gary Wagner, economist, wrapped up his presentation on Acadiana’s economic outlook at Thursday’s Quarterly Luncheon, hosted by the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Cox. “Our main culprit right now is inflation,” he said.