research center that produces rigorous, innovative, and actionable knowledge in order to ensure that all children get a strong start and continuous support for excelling in school and life.
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Cade Farm Labs: Located roughly 15 miles from the main campus, the 600-acre complex accommodates numerous facilities in an integrated array including: a working dairy, a Crawfish Research Center and an equestrian arena. The farm also includes production acreage for beef, sugar cane and specialty crops.
Cleco Alternative Energy Center, Crowley, Louisiana. A 5-acre research center dedicated to investigating ways to provide clean and affordable energy to America's homes and businesses. Research areas include biomass gasification, torrefaction, and digestion.
Ecology Center: A 50.9-acre facility cultivating native grasslands and other plants, the Center provides resources to scientists within and outside Louisiana for multi-disciplinary research, and fosters community involvement and social awareness …
