More than 60 percent of the rice Louisiana farmers plant was developed by the LSU AgCenter, with a direct economic impact of $580 million.

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More than half of Louisiana is considered a flood hazard area. Research by LSU AgCenter’s LaHouse estimates the total annual cost of wind-related losses to $1.2 billion, flood-related losses to $3.6 billion.

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More than 100 4-H’ers are participating in 4-H Day at the Capitol tomorrow. The day also serves as a civic education and engagement opportunity for youth and helps build the leaders of tomorrow.

A team of LSU researchers is exploring the feasibility of FORTIFIED® elevated manufactured homes as a solution for lower- and middle-income residents in areas prone to natural disasters. LSU AgCenter LaHouse Research and Education Center LSU College of the Coast & Environment #ScholarshipFirst

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While wheat acres are down in Louisiana, LSU AgCenter researchers are still working on developing varieties that can be grown throughout the southeast.

The swarm season for Formosan subterranean termites starts as early as April and lasts through June, with a peak in early to mid May.

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Excited to award Collins Kimbeng, a dedicated sugarcane breeder, the Durwood Joseph Newton Professorship in Sugarcane Variety Development! This supports and advances his research program at the LSU AgCenter Sugar Research Station.

Congratulations to two outstanding LSU seniors, Tay Moore, the former Louisiana 4-H state president, and Zachary Bosner, an LSU Agricultural and Extension Education major, for being selected as part of LSU's Tiger Twelve!

The LSU AgCenter LaHouse Research and Education Center is receiving $300,000 from the NIFA to conduct education aimed at improving the energy efficiency of Louisiana communities during extreme temperatures.

A new exhibition opening at The LSU Textile and Costume Museum honors Geoffrey Beene, a Louisiana native and one of the 20th century’s most successful American fashion designers. The museum will host an opening reception on May 5 from 2-4 p.m.

The LSU AgCenter is partnering with Horizon Ag, a seed marketing and variety development company, to initiate a new rice breeding program focused on varieties for southern rice-producing areas.

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Randa Morgan, the LSU Agriculture Librarian, was recently elected as the President-Elect of the United States Agricultural Information Network (USAIN), a member-focused organization that connects librarians and other information professionals working in agriculture. #Leadership

Work within intellectual property at the AgCenter focuses on crop varieties. In its history, the AgCenter has licensed 100 sugarcane varieties, 63 rice varieties and 30 sweet potatoes varieties.

LSU AgCenter Intellectual Property Program connects research with industry partners and assists with the protection process, licensing procedures, and engaging with industry for further research opportunities. lsuagcenter.com/profiles/tblan…

The roses are blooming at the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens in Baton Rouge! The gardens are open seven days a week from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Come explore the Rose Garden! Visit Baton Rouge

Recently, LSU AgCenter researchers developed a low-glycemic, high-protein rice variety! It is the first high-protein rice cultivar developed for commercial applications anywhere in the world. #lalege #WBTTW #ScholarshipFirst

The LSU AgCenter Super Plant program is an educational campaign highlighting tough and beautiful plants that perform well throughout Louisiana. The program is university-tested and industry-approved, a winning combination! #lalege #WBTTW #ScholarshipFirst

Over the past ten years, $870 million in LSU AgCenter research expenditures generated $17.4 billion in returns to the economy! The LSU AgCenter is winning for Louisiana. #lalege #WBTTW #ScholarshipFirst

Join us for LSU Day at the Capitol! 💜 💛

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As the weather starts heating up, don’t forget to stop by the NEW LSU AgCenter Dairy Store location at 118 South Campus Drive for fresh ice cream! 😋🍦