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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.
November 24, 2025
SU Ag Center set to host its Annual Fall Garden Workshop
The Southern University Ag Center will host its Annual Fall Garden Workshop on November 25, 2025 at the M. A. Edmond Livestock Arena’s Multi-Purpose Building, 14600 Scenic Hwy., in Baton Rouge from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m.
November 19, 2025
SU Ag Center & Park Ridge Achievement Academy to host Healthy Harvest Community Festival
The Southern University Ag Center and the Park Ridge Achievement Academy will cohost a Healthy Harvest Community Festival from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Nov. 19, 2025.
November 14, 2025
SU Ag Center & College of Ag to host a Student Professional Development Summit with DRAX
The Southern University Ag Center and the SU College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences (CAHES) will host a Professional Development Summit for Southern University students with international renewable energy company DRAX.

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From Food Deserts to Food Density Virtual Seminar
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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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"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