February

Get It Growing: Send proper plant samples

(Video 03/01/26) AgCenter plant pathologist Raj Singh explains to horticulturist Jason Stagg, the right and wrong ways to send in plant samples to LSU's lab.

Louisiana Ag Hall of Distinction inducts three new members

(02/27/26) David Cupp, Rogers Leonard and Jim Simon were recognized for their contributions to Louisiana's agriculture industry.

Turning land into a lifestyle: Homesteading journey blossoms for Bossier City family

(02/26/26) More than 8,000 miles from their native South Africa, the Van Der Merwe have carved out a life that shares similarities with how they grew up.

These two boxwood diseases must be handled differently

(02/27/26) Boxwood dieback and Phytophthora crown and root rot produce similar symptoms but require different maangement strategies.

LSU AgCenter series unlocks the secrets of food science with homemade chips and dips

(02/20/26) FOODii and the School of Nutrition and Food Sciences are back in 2026 with the Unlocking Secrets of Food Science series.

For St. Martin Parish’s Harris family, LSU AgCenter Livestock Show is a tradition

(02/19/26) As a third-generation participant in the show, Thérèse Harris says she has learned a lot about patience and problem-solving.

Freeze damage can mimic disease symptoms in palms. Here’s how to tell the difference.

(02/20/26) The AgCenter's Plant Diagnostic Center can test palms to determine if they have a disease such as lethal bronzing or lethal yellowing.

New school food pantry serves students and families — with a side of nutrition education

(02/16/26) AgCenter educators will teach nutrition lessons to further the impact of the newly opened pantry at Baton Rouge's Capitol High School.

Baton Rouge Spring Garden Show sprouts March 6 at Parker Coliseum

(02/12/26) The LSU AgCenter and School of Plant, Environmental and Soil Sciences will present the 24th annual Baton Rouge Spring Garden Show and Plant Sale.

Mirlitons are part of Louisiana’s heritage — and they’re easy to grow at home

(02/13/26) You can sprout mirlitons and start growing vines indoors in winter.

4-H Challenge Camp teaches life skills along with fun and games

At the two-day camp, which was titled “Get in the Game with 4-H,” the 4-H’ers were meant to learn teamwork and cooperation.

Genetic research could protect and improve Louisiana seafood

(Video 02/06/26) The LSU AgCenter Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center is a leading repository for aquatic genetic material.

Brodeo is a special day for people with special needs

(Video 02/06/26) Students with special needs were the stars of the rodeo held during the LSU AgCenter Southwest District Livestock Show.

New aquaculture professor wants to create a lasting legacy of research excellence

(02/06/26) Kaelyn Fogelman, a recently hired professor of aquaculture at the LSU AgCenter, hopes to facilitate new research into not only crawfish management, b

Celebrate spring 2026 at the Burden Museum & Gardens

(02/06/26) BATON ROUGE, La. — While the weather is still chilly, you can look forward to warmer days and upcoming events at Burden Museum & Gardens this spring.

Born for this: New state rice specialist faces an emerging challenge

(02/04/26) LSU AgCenter entomologist Tyler Musgrove has been named state rice specialist.

What’s on my tree? Resurrection fern makes itself known after rainfall

(02/06/26) Resurrection fern can lose up to 97% of its moisture content to survive dry spells.