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Louisiana Launches From Seeds To Success

The Louisiana Department of Education, in partnership with the LSU AgCenter, debuted a new website to educate students about the importance of food and agriculture. Seedstosuccess.com houses information to grow fruits and vegetables in Louisiana, how to apply those skills to learning and how to turn those interests into a budding career.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded a nearly $100,000 Farm to School Grant to the LDOE in 2019. The LDOE is utilizing the funds to enhance existing Louisiana Farm to School activities and to develop Seeds to Success. This program guides schools in curriculum planning and the promotion of lifetime involvement in agriculture. The website includes the following sections:

    Seeds to Grow: Start here with gardening basics that provide a comprehensive background for a successful growing season.