In addition to being Independence Day, the 4th of July is also a marker on the calendar for many agricultural practices. This week's news article will provide information on a few of these practices.

Weekly news article providing information about Crape Myrtles. Crape myrtiles are staring to put on their summer floral display and the results are stunning.

Newsletter for 4-H local leaders providing information on upcoming events and activities, contest results and other items of interest to share with club members

Livingston Parish will conduct its first Master Gardener Training program starting August 6, 2008 and ending November 5, 2008. For more information click on article to download an application.

Weekly news article providing information on Fig trees. Figs are still a popular fruit grown mostly for personal use in our area. There is nothing better than fig preserves on a hot buttered biscuit.

The tomatoes are starting to come in and I have tasted a few. This weeks news article will provide information about Tomatoes and Cucumbers.

Weekly news article providing information on Hydrangeas and slime mold on grasses in the lawns.

Weekly news article providing information on fertilizing lawns

Weekly news article providing information on when to plant sweet corn and the varieties.

Weekly news article providing information on Tomato Plants. The rain event from last week really played havoc on vegetables. I have had numerous conversations with people who lost their entire garden to hail, wind, or water. I would expect to see more incidence of disease following thos rains.