(04/20/26) Cover crops are an important tool for farmers looking to improve soil fertility, reduce erosion and manage nitrogen, but they attract pests.
(04/09/26) A new partnership between Pennington Biomedical and the LSU AgCenter works to broaden the reach of the Pennington Generation health research study.
(Video 2/08/26) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg meets with plant pathologist Raj Singh to talk about palm tree diseases.
(Video 2/15/26) Plant pathologist Raj Singh talks about one of the deadliest diseases to palms — boxwood dieback.
(01/28/26) Two youth exhibitors have been selected to reign as the 2026 king and queen of the 91st Southeast District Livestock Show.
(01/30/26) Pruning now will help ensure spring blooms.
(01/28/26) Todd Johnson, an assistant professor of forest entomology, has been with the AgCenter since 2022.
(01/27/26) Two-time World Champion of Team Roping Matt Sherwood taught a roping clinic at the Vernon Parish Covered Arena on Jan. 17 and 18 in Leesville, La.
(01/26/26) It's difficult to determine the full extent of freeze damage right away, so wait a while before making decisions about pruning or removing plants.
(01/23/26) Lichens, which don't harm trees, are made up of two symbiotic organisms.
(01/22/26) With a massive winter storm expected to affect much of the state early next week, the LSU AgCenter has tips to protect your home and plants.
(Video 01/22/26) Records are made to be broken, and that’s what Louisiana sugarcane producers and millers did.
(01/21/26) A butterfly flitted across rows of container plants while Tim Ellzey and Will Afton walked among the plants, checking on strawberries and broccoli.
(01/16/26) The teaching kitchen in LSU’s Human Ecology Building hosted an event teaching pediatric residents how to prepare healthy and affordable meals.
(01/16/26) Heavy infestations can weigh down trees, affecting their overall health.
(01/15/26) LSU AgCenter researchers have confirmed the presence of a new invasive insect in Louisiana sugarcane fields.
(01/14/26) LSU AgCenter partnered with a rural restaurant in northeast Louisiana to help locals make healthy choices when dining out.
(01/12/26) Abigayle Forrest, a 4-H alum, wanted to share the excitement of the livestock show experience with others.
(01/09/26) LSU AgCenter nutrition and community health agent Quincy Vidrine suggests looking for Louisiana commodities when shopping for family meals.
(01/08/26) The program is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
(01/08/26) The LSU AgCenter Cooperative Extension Service is now accepting applications for its 2026 Extension Internship program.
(01/09/26) Blueberries are among the easiest fruit crops home gardeners can grow.
(Video 01/18/26) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg explains why ball moss can be a big problem for trees.
(Video 01/11/26) Horticulturist Jason Stagg recommends taking the time to explore the fascinating world of lichens.
(01/06/26) The LSU AgCenter announces $1 million in federal funding that will supercharge ongoing initiatives aimed at stamping out invasive species.
(01/06/26) The event on Feb. 28 will offer visitors the chance to buy and learn about a wide variety of herbs and herbal products.
(01/02/26) One of the most common mistakes is leaving trees staked too long.