SU Ag Center set to host its Annual Fall Garden Workshop
Baton Rouge, La. – The Southern University Ag Center will host its Annual Fall Garden Workshop on November 24, 2026 at the M. A. Edmond Livestock Arena’s Multi-Purpose Building, 14600 Scenic Hwy., in Baton Rouge from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m.
This year's workshop is themed, “Every Drop Counts: Water” and will focus on the topics of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), agricultural irrigation techniques, water-wise gardening practices, and livestock and water management.
"Water is life, especially when it comes to a thriving farm or garden,” said Desiree James, SU Ag Center’s Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program PDP Assistant. “This year’s workshop is diving deep into essential, efficient water practices.”
This is an ideal workshop for aspiring farmers, growers, backyard gardeners, teachers with school gardens, and anyone who wants to learn more about growing.
The workshop is free, but registration is required. To register visit, https://bit.ly/4k0kFU7.
The Southern University Ag Center, its Wisteria Alliance Program, the 1890 Center of Excellence for Nutrition, Health, Wellness, and Quality of Life, SARE, and the LSU AgCenter are co-sponsoring this event.
For additional information, contact Stephanie Elwood at stephanie_elwood@suagcenter.com, or Desiree James at desiree_james@suagcenter.com.
