Forestry

Study On Forests, Forest Products Sets Stage For Educational Programs Certified forests may be the next trend in lumber marketing, but non-industrial, private forest landowners generally are unwilling to foot the bill, according to a recent study. Stump Removal from Home Grounds Most homeowners enjoy the presence of beautiful trees in their yards; however, when these trees must be removed, unsightly stumps remain. Quick, easy and cheap methods to remove these stumps do not exist, but here are some helpful tips on what can be done. Hire an Arborist for Residential Tree Needs Sound stewardship of urban and community trees includes employing the services of arborists to help maintain their health and vitality. This article provides the homeowner tips on finding and hiring a tree care professional for your residential tree care needs. more...

Insects and Relatives

Management in Your Yard There are many ways to manage red imported fire ants in urban areas. Here we present two options: Evenly distribute baits or granular contact insecticides throughout your yard. Community-Based Management Using Baits This article explains the correct method for applying fire ant bait in the community for maximum control. Fire Ant Quiz This interactive and fun quiz will challenge your knowledge of Red Imported Fire Ants. more...

Wildlife

Louisiana Wildlife News Louisiana Wildlife News is a bi-monthly publication intended to serve as an outlet for wildlife issues relevant to Louisiana and the Southeast. In addition to current news events, profiles on specific plant, wildlife and nuisance wildlife species are included in each issue. Concepts of Soil Fertility for Hunter Food Plots Importance of Soil Fertility, Method for Proper Soil Sampling, Interpreting Soil Tests, Adjusting pH, Available Forms of Lime, Available Forms of Sulphur, Applying Fertilizer and Examples of Applications included. more...

Conservation

Improved Dune Plants Goal Of AgCenter Research Hundreds of sea oat plants bent in the breeze on a sandy beach as LSU AgCenter researchers walked among them, looking for plants with potential to help stem erosion on Louisiana’s Gulf Coast. Backyard Composting - Wastes to Resources Which composting system is right for you? Find the answers and more in this helpful guide to composting. more...

Fisheries

Greenhouse Tilapia Production in Louisiana Information on recirculating production systems, fingerling sources, stocking and harvest management, regulatory considerations, economics and markets are included in this publication. Management of Recreational and Farm Ponds in Louisiana A farm pond or recreational pond can serve many purposes. This publication reviews planning considerations and management recommendations relating to a number of potential uses for small ponds in Louisiana. more...