The Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center’s innovative C.H.E.R.R.Y. (Cultivating Healthy Environments and Revitalizing Resources for Youth) Pick Program recently made its 2024 debut at IDEA Bridge Charter School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, leaving a lasting impression on faculty, staff, and students alike. Designed to break new ground in nutrition education, the program’s impactRead more
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The SNAPEats 2025 Recipe Calendar was created by the SNAP-Ed Department to help individuals and families make healthy, budget-friendly meals using seasonal ingredients. Many households struggle with meal planning, nutrition, and food costs, so this calendar provides easy, nutritious recipes tailored to affordable, readily available produce. Each month highlights a new recipe, along with tipsRead more
We are thrilled to spotlight Marianna Langston, Nutrition Educator for Morehouse and Union Parishes, as our SECOND Nutrition Educator of the Month! Marianna’s innovative programs and unwavering dedication have made a significant impact on her community, promoting nutrition, wellness, and healthy habits in creative and engaging ways. Marianna’s collaboration with Morehouse 4-H has brought invaluableRead more
This month, we celebrate Larisa Pearce, Nutrition Educator for Jeff Davis and Calcasieu parishes, whose innovative approach to education has brought fresh energy and meaningful experiences to the SNAP-Ed Nutrition Education Program. Larisa’s work with the Lake Arthur Library Educational Garden has not only taught children about healthy eating but also fostered a sense ofRead more
East Baton Rouge and East Feliciana residents are showing a growing interest in learning about nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, thanks to the efforts of local nutrition educator Evan Egana. One of the recent highlights of Egana’s outreach was a food demonstration at Liberty High School, where over 500 students participated over two days.Read more
Theresa Sammons, a dedicated Nutrition Educator Assistant, covers East and West Carroll Parishes with unwavering commitment and enthusiasm. In her role, she consistently demonstrates gratitude for her position and expresses appreciation for her supportive colleagues. Particularly, Theresa acknowledges her immediate supervisor, Mrs. Carolyn Robinson, as a valued mentor whose guidance has been instrumental inRead more
The SNAP-Ed Nutrition Education Program participated in the LSU Ag Center’s “AgMagic” event, a week-long initiative aimed at enlightening Louisiana students about the state’s rich agricultural heritage, wilderness, and nutrition education. “AgMagic” serves as a vital platform for engaging students with interactive exhibits and educational activities, offering a hands-on experience that fosters a deeperRead more
On Monday December 7th, Coach Trammel and his Garden Club (consisting of 25 members !) enthusiastically completed the raised bed implementation on the back of their school’s campus. The garden is full of fall vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, kale, mustard greens and cabbage. The Garden Club will meet every other Wednesday at 2:30 pmRead more
Garden implementation has begun at our newest SNAP – Ed Growing Healthy garden site – GEO Prep School. With Ms. Si-Arah McCray as our nutrition educator at this site and Coach Trammell as our main garden advocate, we are excited about utilizing this garden as a hands-on tool for Ms. McCray’s online nutrition education classes. ThisRead more