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This week’s blog addresses a seasonal issue with plant nutrition, tree identification, a mistaken identity of some buds and a question about herbicide.
This week RSFF looks at the difference between Bradford pear trees and Callery pear trees. A couple of narrative discusses plant diseases in the landscape.
Crape murder is the lead narrative and discusses the “uglification” of crape myrtles. Hybrid oaks are featured as well as organic treatments for fire ants.
January is the month for new beginnings and a perfect time to begin exercising or increasing your physical activity for better health.
That is right, we are already at the start of a New Year
This week’s version of RSFF has another Master Gardener story about MGs who just barely finished the MG classes before the COVID shutdown.
High-protein, low-fat, high-fiber pulse grains are heavy hitters for human health & nutrition and these plants boost soil fertility, also.
They provide numerous vitamins and minerals essential for your health. Compared to a candy bar, soda, or snack grab bag, fruits and vegetables are a bargain.
The new location has more space for customers and vendors.
New fitness signs were installed along the trail at 5th Ward Park.
Youth Coaltion Meeting.
Beehive Buzz discusses the addition of Russian queen bees to a beeyard and helps with referrals to beekeepers who specialize in the Russian breed of honeybees.
Graduation of a class of Master Gardeners, a new virtual MG class starting on January 1st, and identifying two similar woody native plants.
This version of Beehive Buzz shares information for both homeowners and beekeepers regarding the humane removal of honeybees from home and other structures.
This version of RSS entails identifying a native vine, the peppervine, treatment for leafy mistletoe in a tree and honeybee removal collection list.
The need for opportunities for indoor physical activity (PA) during the cold & wet months of the year is important. Weather can promote or deter PA behaviors.
In this article, you will learn how many fruits you should consume daily, how much fruit is considered one cup and 1/2 cup.
RSFF looks at why some plants are blooming this falll, identifying a persimmon sapling, treating town ants and the average summer temps in central Louisiana.
The version of RSFF looking a restoring a lawn, improving the health of a live oak, an unexpected bloom and a gardenia leaf changing color.
This edition of RSFF looks at a butternut squash, a caterpillar of the imperial moth, wildflower ID and grass ID.
What is National Take a Hike Day? Grab your walking shoes, a dry snack mix and some drinking water and go on a walk in the woods or on a trail.
This article looks at two insects with similarities, the native cicada killer wasp and the non-native Asian giant hornet.
In this article, we get an inside look at the making of the LA Delta Crop podcast with Kylie Miller!
A horticultural article examining blackberry leafspot, hydrangea wilt, a shrub with fall flowers, and some oak leaf galls.
Fruits and vegetables are a good source of numerous essential vitamins and minerals.
This article looks at rehabilitating camellias, a blooming confederate rose, and a flowering maple has yellowing leaves.
Article has information to help homeowner recover the loss of landscape trees. Also, there is ID of a fungus, a tree, and a vine.
This article looks at helping lawns recover after storm debris is removed. The last paragraph looks at what criteria is needed to become a champion tree.
(10/12/20) Through the formation of the FOCUS Healthy Community Coalition, local partners have been working to address the needs identified by residents.
In this article, Ms. Donna Lee describes how to start seed indoors.
Somehow, RSFF managed to include an LSU football topic in this version, snake ID and identification of a pest on a crape myrtle.
It is fall and the cooler temperatures make it is a great time to get outside and have fun with some physical activity (PA). Here are some ideas for PA.
Many of us in Louisiana will remember August 27, 2020 as a day of infamy because Laura made landfall as a category 4 hurricane.
The loss of a champion pecan tree due to hurricane Laura. Two vine, greenbrier and Asian jasmine are identified, and treatments are provided.
The Smart Portions program is now available through online classes.
Adding oranges to your diet is an easy way to reach the recommended 2 cups of fruits each day. Oranges are one of the most popular fruits in the world.
Timely information about forestry and wildlife management for forest landowners.
This version of RSFF identifies an exotic nut, large insect grubs and pink growth on trees. There is also information regarding landscape trees.
Timely information about forestry and wildlife management for forest landowners.
After hurricane Laura, citizens discovered many damaged trees. This article looks at the trees that failed and the trees that survived.
In this article, Dr. Parvej discusses things to be considered regarding soil fertility and nutrient management in fall.
Eating healthy now can save you not only money but also your health. Adding fruits to your diet can reduce the risk of some chronic diseases.
Regular and longer walks not only increase your chances of living longer, but also help you get more energy, lose weight, stay healthy and positive.
(08/31/20) In January, nearly 60 residents met in Franklinton, Louisiana, to discuss the challenges and barriers to health in the community.
Timely information about forestry and wildlife management for forest landowners.
This week we look at some plants. A couple vines are identified, another plant is a surprise, garden rice, and the last is a nice shade plant.
This week’s RSFF looks at a couple of gardening issues, wasp damage to oak leaves, and most importantly, a tapeworm with a toxin.
This article shares information about lichens. It also identifies tree leaves, mushrooms and a grassy weed.
The title of the article could have been “Bugs, Bugs, Bugs” because only insects are discussed this week.
This week's RSFF looks at plant disease and disorder in pear trees, zinnias and hydrangea. Also, an edible mushroom is briefly examined.
In this article, learn how to nail a job interview and prepare for it in the best possible way!
There are many things to consider when planning daily routines around the new school year.
RSFF looks at a furry garden pest, persimmon root and seedlings, mystery seed from China and healthful goji fruit.
In this article, Ashley Powell shows us how to write a professional email.
Peaches are a delicious fruit packed with vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium. They are a popular summertime fruit with a peak season of June 15- July 15.
There are many nutrients in grain foods, especially whole grains, that are important for our overall health.
Riding a Bicycle is Great Exercise and can be so much fun at any age. Biking can be a powerful workout to get the heart pumping.
When you apply for your first job, it can be very difficult to decide what should go on your resume.
RSFF is all about trees this week. There are a couple of questions about propagation. There are other questions about caring for various trees.
In this article, Dr. Parvej discusses Nitrogen management in cotton.
This week's RSFF looks at several ailing trees. One suffers from overwatering, another has a fungal disease and one has an infestation of caterpillars.
This Version of RSFF looks at tomatoes, watermelons, grass and container plants.
Row Rice Field Day will take place virtually on the Row Rice Youtube channel on July 27, 2020.
This version of RSFF addresses several disease of garden and landscape plants include potato wart disease, blossom end rot and fungal leaf spots.
This week's RSFF is heavy on insects: carpenter bee, Leaf footed bug, mydas fly and black flies.
Families engaging in healthy lifestyle practices.
In This Issue: Smart Shopping, Food Safety, Topping Cauliflower Waffles with your favorite foods, Healthy Recipe and Virtual Online Nutrition Classes.
Materials needed and directions on how to put it together.
This week's blog covers soil testing, aphids, leaf spot and a lawn weed.
This week's RSFF includes some nuisance critters including ants, termites and hogs. A case of leaf spot is in here.
(06/30/20) The LSU AgCenter SNAP Education program recently worked with the City of Bogalusa to install health and walking trail signs in Bogalusa.
The importance of drinking water every day helps us stay alert and keeps our body systems working efficiently.
What is lactose intolerance, the problem it poses, milk options to choose for dietary adequacy.
Potassium (K) is the second most yield limiting nutrient in soybean.
Looking for new blackberry recipes? Why not try this Blackberry Balsamic Chicken Wraps
This week’s RSFF has a follow up on the walnut caterpillar. There is some disease, and most importantly, a toxic plant for gardeners to recognize for the safety
The amount of grain foods needed is determined by age, gender, and level of physical activity.
The RSFF discusses protecting trees form the walnut caterpillar, harmless native insects, insects that cause damage, and worms infesting a tree.
RSFF looks at a couple of weeds, at how to treat for crawfish and at a calcium deficiency in tomatoes.
This week’s article makes a plant diagnosis, discusses a valuable antibacterial agent, dealing with a pest problem and bird removal.
This article consists of a list of many native plants.
This week's article looks a grass recommendation, small tomato fruit, managing cypress knees and identification of a large moth.
School is out and there are so many wonderful things to do. So, let’s make it fun.
Is it hard for kids to remain healthy during a time of social distancing?
Nitrogen is the most yield limiting nutrient for corn production.
Are you having trouble keeping the kids occupied? Try setting up a good old-fashioned scavenger hunt.
When you do not have enough money to cover your family’s basic living expenses and pay all your creditors, you face some difficult financial decisions.
Did you know that garlic is a staple ingredient in Mediterranean dishes?
Walking & bicycling are critical modes of transportation that deserve more attention. They're resilient transportation modes healthy for mind, body, & planet.
A gardener asked about chinch bugs on his garden corn. A homeowner is asking about slime mold on her lawn. There is a quince rust on pears.
Grains are one of USDA’s Myplate food groups. According to the American Dietary Guidelines for Americans, we should make ½ our grains whole grains.
