Packet Summary A text file of the articles is linked to the title of the summary articles. Just click on the title to open the articles. A newly commercialized transgenic corn variety has been planted for the first time in southern Louisiana as part of a farm demonstration planted here. Of all the reasons for solid sodding a new lawn, some of the best ones are those everyone can appreciate, says Extension horticulturist Dr. Tom Koske of the LSU Agricultural Center. Many Louisiana vegetable growers use a pre-emergence herbicide at planting, but Extension commercial vegetable specialist Dr. James Boudreaux of the LSU Agricultural Center says farmers may also want to consider using Poast herbicide while the crop is developing.
Spring rains bring more than flowers.
They also tend to make home moisture, mold, mildew and dust mite problems blossom, says Extension housing specialist Dr. Claudette Reichel of the LSU Agricultural Center. Shortcourses Offered On Preventing Problems With Moisture, Indoor Air Two workshops on indoor air quality moisture problems will be offered in New Orleans later this month. A food safety specialist says there is no reason for concern about consuming Louisiana strawberries, despite recent news of a disease outbreak linked to Mexican berries. Tom Merrill View a text file of the complete news packet. The Louisiana State University Agricultural Center provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.