This booklet was compiled as an aid to you in your job as a 4-H leader. It is hoped that information will be beneficial to both new and experienced leaders.

Monthly newsletter for volunteers and school leaders that provides information about upcoming events and information regarding the Acadia Parish 4-H program.

This manual has been developed as a guide for the meat goat industry in evaluating live meat goats, measuring important carcass traits and standardizing cutting procedures for goat carcasses. A single copy is available for free. Please use the order form to purchase multiple copies.

5 a day. That’s how many vegetables and fruits you need to eat each day. This illustrated children's nutrition book provides more information. (PDF Format Only)

Following the best management practices (BMPs) given here should help keep your lawn in good condition. A healthy and properly cared for lawn will resist weeds and other pest problems; thus, a minimum of pesticide products will be needed. Basic lawn care consists of proper fertilizing, watering and mowing and appropriate pest management, as needed.

Tips for eating right and exercising for families.

Floods, hurricanes and soaring energy prices happen, but they don’t have to bust your budget, damage your home, rob your time or deny your comfort. You can make your home stronger, safer and smarter byincluding both energy-saving and hazard-resistant mprovements whenyou remodel or restore it.

This publication includes information on steps to take when applying for a mortgage loan. The publication covers the loan interview, required documentation, qualification, application, locking in the current rate, estimates, property appraisal, credit report, commitment letter, and loan denial.

Facts and information on the West Nile virus and how it's affecting Louisiana.

This guide for 2008 contains suggestions for management of the most important or more prevalent diseases of Louisiana plants. It includes information on fungicides, bactericides and nematicides, as well as safety precautions for using them.