As we step into a new year, it’s the perfect time to focus on healthy habits that can improve your quality of life.
The LSU AgCenter is here to help Northeast Louisiana residents make informed choices about nutrition, physical activity, and overall wellness.
Eating balanced meals, staying active, and practicing good health habits can reduce your risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Small changes such as adding more fruits and vegetables to your plate or choosing water over sugary drinks can make a big difference.
That’s where our nutrition and community health agents in each parish come in.
In the parishes of Northeast Louisiana, nutrition and community health agents are your local partners in building healthier lifestyles. These agents work directly with residents to:
• Provide nutrition education tailored to families and individuals.
• Offer hands-on programs like cooking demonstrations and meal planning workshops.
• Share research-based resources to help you make informed decisions about food and health.
• Connect communities with tools and support for long-term wellness.
Their mission is simple: to empower you with knowledge and skills that make healthy living practical and achievable.
The Northeast Region of the LSU AgCenter consists of 12 parishes. nutrition and community health agents are assigned in each parish.
• Ouachita, East Carroll and West Carroll – Cathy Agan, 318-323-2251.
• Union, Caldwell and Morehouse – Markaye Russell, 318-368-9935.
• Richland, Madison and Tensas – Brittney Newsome, 318-728-3216.
• Franklin, Catahoula and Concordia – Quincy Vidrine, 318-435-7551.
Looking for inspiration? Visit www.LSUAgCenter. com to access:
• Healthy Recipes: Delicious, budget-friendly meals for the whole family.
• Nutrition Tips: Easy ways to improve your diet without breaking the bank.
• Educational Videos: Learn cooking techniques, meal planning and more.
• Parish Web Pages: Upcoming programs for NCH, Agriculture and Natural Resources (horticulture) and 4-H Youth Development Whether you’re planning family meals, seeking to learn new cooking skills, or searching for ways to stay active, the LSU AgCenter website is your one-stop resource for reliable, research-based information.
Start today, call your local Extension Office and visit www.LSUAgCenter. com to explore the tools that can help you live healthier in 2026.
