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Our diverse educational programs provide hands-on learning, industry connections, and the knowledge needed to excel in agriculture, sustainability, and community development. Whether you’re pursuing a degree or exploring lifelong learning opportunities, we offer the resources to support your success.
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News and Updates
From groundbreaking research to student achievements, there’s always something happening at Southern University Ag Center. Explore our latest news below.
September 8, 2025
Second Morrill Act 135th Anniversary Celebration
August 30, 2025 marked the 135th anniversary of the signing of the Second Morrill Act of 1890.
August 28, 2025
$70, 000 in scholarships awarded during CAHES annual Fall Student Convocation
$70,000 in scholarships were awarded to students during the Southern University College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences’ annual Student Convocation on August 26, 2025. The event was held in the Southern University Event Center.
August 22, 2025
SU Ag Center to host its 20th Annual Business Development & Procurement Conference
The Southern University Ag Center will host its 20th Annual Business Development and Procurement Conference October 27-29, 2025.
August 21, 2025
SU College of Ag to host Welcome Week 2025
The Southern University College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences (CAHES) will host its 2025 Welcome Aug. 25 – 29, 2025 with a slate of events for Ag students, faculty, and staff.
Upcoming Events
Discover new and exciting events hosted by the Southern University Ag Center.
Sep
28
SU Ag Center set to host 3rd Annual Calf Roping on the Bluff
The Southern University Ag Center will host its 3rd Annual Calf Roping on the Bluff on September 28, 2025 at the Maurice A. Edmond Livestock Arena, 14600 Scenic Hwy, in Baton Rouge 70807.
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Oct
07
Mental Health's Impact on Heart Health Seminar
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Oct
27
20th Annual Business Development & Procurement Conference
The Southern University Ag Center will host its 20th Annual Business Development and Procurement Conference October 27-29, 2025. The conference, themed “A Legacy of Leadership: 20 Years of Innovation and Impact,” will be held on the Southern University campus in Baton Rouge, La.
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Reaching 64 of Louisiana’s Parishes
With a presence in nearly every corner of Louisiana, Southern University Ag Center is dedicated to making an impact statewide. Explore our programs and resources near you, and join a network committed to enriching our communities.
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Calcasieu
East Baton Rouge
"Southern University isn’t just a place where I’m earning a degree—it’s a launchpad for my future. It’s where I’ve turned passion into purpose, where I’ve grown roots in my field, and where I’m being prepared to change the landscape of agriculture for generations to come."
Leslie Womack, II
Southern University College of Ag, Plant and Soil Sciences
