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Empowering Future Leaders in Agriculture
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 1, 2026
POWER RESTORED: SU Ag Center will reopen on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026
Southern University Ag Center and the campuses on the Baton Rouge landmass will resume normal operations and classes on Wednesday, Sept 2, 2026.
September 1, 2026
EMERGENCY: SU Ag Center closed for remainder of Tuesday; Normal operations resume Wednesday
The Southern University Ag Center, along with the Southern University Baton Rouge and Law Center campuses, will remain closed today, Sept. 1, 2026, as crews continue to investigate the power outage and restore service across the Southern University Baton Rouge landmass.
September 1, 2026
EMERGENCY: Due to a power outage, classes and campus operations are delayed until 1 p.m. today (Sept. 1, 2026).
Due to a power outage, the Southern University Ag Center has delayed campus operations until 1 p.m. on September 1, 2026.
August 28, 2026
GROW LA Pilot Connects 27 Farmers, Producers and Small Business Owners with Resources in Opelousas
GROW LA Pilot Connects 27 Farmers, Producers and Small Business Owners with Resources in Opelousas
Upcoming Events
Discover new and exciting events hosted by the Southern University Ag Center.
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FOOD AS MEDICINE: A Community-Driven Solution for Health and Dignity
Katie Cerda, RDN, MPH, leads food policy at Dion’s Chicago Dream, advancing nutrition access and chronic disease prevention in underserved communities.
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IMPACT
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.
Ascension
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
