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River Express Newsletter February 2010
River Express Newsletter Screenshot

Want to know what's going on in St. Charles Parish 4-H? Check out the monthly newsletter. The newsletter will be issued at the regular monthly 4-H Club meetings throughout the school year, but you can also see them by clicking on the links at the bottom of this page.

Soybean and Feed Grain Review December 2009
Louisiana Soybean & Feed Grain Review December 2009

Making the proper variety/hybrid selection is critical to maximize profit potential. Variety selection may be the single most important decision you make. No two farms are alike. There are differences in production practices, soil types and climatic conditions just to name a few. You should plan to plant more than one variety.

River Express Newsletter January 2010
4-H Clover

Want to know what's going on in St. Charles Parish 4-H? Check out the monthly newsletter. The newsletter will be issued at the regular monthly 4-H Club meetings throughout the school year, but you can also see them by clicking on the links at the bottom of this page.

Bugs, Bugs, Bugs, December 2009
Asian lady beetles

Pest information for the month.

Holidays Can Be Hazardous to Pets
Food, decorations and rituals that make the holidays festive for people can be hazardous to pets. This is what pet owners need to do to keep the season safe for their animals.
Watch your calories when shopping
(Distributed 12/08/09) If you’re planning to spend time at the mall this holiday season, LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames offers some tips to help you prevent overeating while you’re out and about.
Help children share in holiday fun
(Distributed 12/08/09) Children enjoy being holiday helpers. This holiday season, let your children share in planning and preparing food for these special occasions, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames
Grilled Cauliflower
Grilled Cauliflower
Grilled cauliflower recipe, history and nutritional value information.
Animal Industry News Update
Animal Industry News Update November 2009
This article includes updates on animal health, beef, swine and poultry. Topics discussed in this issue include: calf diarrhea, LA Branded Beef, biosecurity for show pigs and cost of caged vs cage free produced eggs.
Be careful frying your holiday turkey
(Distributed 11/16/09) Don't have room in your oven for the turkey, dressing, sweet potatoes, casseroles and pies? LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames suggests you can free-up oven space by frying the turkey outside.
Louisiana Food and Fiber Industry Monitor 11-06-09
Louisiana Food and Fiber Monitor
The big issue in the agricultural sector over the lastseveral weeks has been the persistent rainfall thathas fallen throughout most of the state. FromSeptember through the end of October, the state hasseen rainfall totals that ranged from roughly 15inches to over 30 inches depending on the location.
Cook your turkey properly to avoid illness
(Distributed 11/12/09) Turkey is the traditional choice for most Thanksgiving celebrations. There is no quality difference between a fresh or frozen turkey although fresh turkeys have shorter shelf lives, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs, November 09
sipders at home.
Insects of the month. Bugs covered include: spiders, Cigarette/drugstore beetles, Indian meal moths,thrips, roaches, plants indoors, slugs and snails, Silverfish/firebrats, mosquitoes, brown recluse, bed bugs.
Certain Pies Dangerous At Room Temperature
The holidays are time to enjoy special desserts you may only make once a year. To prevent getting foodborne illness, refrigerate pies containing eggs and milk, such as pumpkin, custard and cream pies.