TWILA: July 17, 2026
From emerging pests to groundbreaking research, in this week's show we take a closer look at the invasive pasture mealybug threatening sugarcane, visit the LSU AgCenter Sugarcane Research Station to see how new varieties are developed, and get an update on two promising rice varieties just in time for harvest. We'll also see how Louisiana 4-H is helping young riders stay safe through hands-on ATV training, meet Louisiana Farm Bureau Queen Jean Treas at her family's roadside produce stand, and find out what the late actor Sam Neill had to do with agriculture in a special TWILA Boost.
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Learn more about Louisiana Youth ATV/UTV Safety Task Force Initiative
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