Sugar Cane Variety Development and Agronomic Research at the LSU AgCenter
September 2020
Did you know that farmers grow many varieties of sugar cane on their farms? Read more about sugar cane varieties and how the LSU AgCenter Sugar Research Station drives the industry forward through variety development and discoveries in agronomic practices.
Staff introduction: Maria Scott
September 2020
Maria has worked in science communications for over a decade, and as the mother of six children knowing how to decipher fact from fiction is a skill that definitely has applications beyond the workplace.
Lane Schwitters, Raymond, MN
September 2020
A third-generation sugar beet grower, Lane Schwitters always knew he wanted to carry on the family farming tradition. In partnership with his local sugar beet co-op and General Mills, he has seen increases in the efficiency and sustainability of this tradition.
Back-to-School Cookie Decorating
August 2020
Whether you are heading to the classroom or logging on from home, this at-home baking activity is a fun and creative way to kick off the new school year.
Cecil Ramagos, White Castle, LA
August 2020
For Cecil and the Ramagos family, the apple (or in this case, the sugar cane stalk) doesn’t fall far from the tree. Read more about how this third-generation sugar cane farmer has carried out his family’s legacy and hopes the same for generations to come.
Ben Marshall, Jerome, ID
August 2020
Ben Marshall, a fifth-generation sugar beet farmer, shares the rewards and challenges of being a farmer today.
Brent Rivet, Rosedale, LA
July 2020
Farming sugar cane has been a way of life for Brent and his family for almost 100 years. As a third-generation farmer, his passion for working the land and learning new ways to improve the farm’s operation is rooted deep.
Staff introduction: Ali Swietek
July 2020
Ali has worked in communications for the past 5 years and loves having sweet chats with even sweeter people! Through her position she’s able to educate consumers and, in turn, learn about their questions surrounding sugar.
Sugar Myths
July 2020
There are a lot of rumors about sugar, but do you know what’s true and what’s not?
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