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| Wet weather delays planting preparations (Radio News 03/15/10) Mild, sunny days were in short supply this winter. Temperatures rarely made it above the 50s, and rain has been frequent. The situation has made it difficult for farmers, like J.K. Bordelon, who are trying to prepare their fields for spring planting. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Too much rain affects wheat crop (Radio News 03/15/10) Farmers have a saying that wheat doesn’t like wet feet, but the plant has stayed damp for most of its growing season in Louisiana this year. LSU AgCenter wheat specialist Dr. Ed Twidwell says that is causing problems for the wheat crop in some areas of the state. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Build nutrition from ground up (Radio News 03/15/10) LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames encourages you to build your nutritional health from the ground up during National Nutrition Month. Sponsored by the American Dietetic Association, the month raises awareness of nutrition issues. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| Day brings attention to diabetes (Radio News 03/15/10) The American Diabetes Association sponsors Diabetes Alert Day on March 23. While that brings attention to the topic, LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames says people should be aware of the symptoms of diabetes and watch for them all year long. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
| La. has hosts of garden shows (Radio News 03/15/10) Gardeners can find inspiration, garden supplies and educational presentations at a host of spring garden shows happening around Louisiana. (Runtime: 60 seconds) |
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| Rainy weather postpones spring field preparations (TV News 03/15/10) Cold, wet weather has kept farmers out of their fields. Fields that were rutted up during last year’s wet harvest still need to be repaired, but farmers can’t get enough dry days to get the work done. (Runtime: 1:26) |
| Sweet potato facility to open this fall (TV News 03/08/2010) More and more menus are advertising sweet potato French fries. This growing favorite will be the focus of a new facility in northeast Louisiana. LSU AgCenter correspondent Tobie Blanchard has the details. (Runtime: 1:48) |
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