Farmweek
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: An encore of our Emmy-winning series "ON THE FARM" in prep for a key follow-up. In our Southern Gardening segment, "Electric Lime" – just one of the MANY names for COLORFUL COLEUS. In the markets, the Feds say farmers could be in for a ROUGH RIDE! A Mississippi State EXTENSION expert explains why. And back “On the Farm,” dairy farmer Will Gilmer has a definite “Plan B.”
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: BIG NEWS! Bird Flu seems to have jumped to humans. PLUS, more about China's threat to American agriculture. Is China secretly buying farmland in Mississippi? ALSO, in southern gardening, you might be belting out "holy cow," but not for the reason you think! AND, in our feature, a tough market place, the challenges pork producers are now facing.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: QUESTION #1: How much of a threat to American agriculture IS China? QUESTION #2: How MUCH of that threat is directed at MISSISSIPPI? More on both this week. Plus…in Southern Gardening, want some “killer thriller” in YOUR yard? (NOTE TO VIEWERS: It's EASIER than you think). In the markets, cattle analysis from MSU ag econ expert Josh Maples, including insight on that TEXAS WILDFIRE. And speaking of cattle, in our feature this week, we're headed BACK IN TIME for a little fun with a BULL-RIDING VETERINARIAN!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: The fires in Texas rage on – and the losses for cattle ranchers pile up. Plus, the USDA releases a rule designed to prevent meatpackers from retaliating against the little guy. In Southern Gardening, when is a flower actually NOT a flower? Find out from Eddie Smith! And in our main feature, a Dixie National redux!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: The concluding segments of our series "The Hungriest State." The future for Mississippi fisherfolk? Not a pretty picture! In Southern Gardening, “Aurora,” “Burro's Tail,” and “Orange Delight” – Eddie has the inside scoop on THESE beauties! Back on our series, the Fisherfolk conclusion. Are we looking at the potential COLLAPSE of the Mississippi fishing industry? And in our main feature, meet “Miss Ruby,” the Queen of 4-H!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Our Emmy-winning series “The Hungriest State” continues – the "Fisherfolk" just can't seem to make a living. In our “Southern Gardening” segment, Eddie Smith is yearning for ferns with three chances to go green in the shade. Back on our series, in Mississippi waters, almost a zero harvest. And in our main feature, the 2024 Dixie National Sale of Junior Champions.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: The numbers are in for the latest ag census. Now what to DO with all that info! Plus, ag secretary Tom Vilsack testifies before the House Ag Committee, which is asking some tough questions. In our Southern Gardening segment, it's not a Dutch beer—Amstel Begonias are a popular, and colorful, indoor plant! And in our feature, it’s a family affair! A lifelong 4-H'er in Mississippi carries on his family's legacy.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Farmers still protesting in Europe – no sign of a let-up anytime soon. In Southern Gardening, Eddie says it's the gift that keeps on giving – the Camellia! In the markets, Zac takes a deep dive into the Supply & Demand Report. And in our feature, ahead of next week's coverage of the 2024 Dixie National, THIS week, one more look at LAST year's amazing event.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: The economy may be stretched thin, but farmland values stay strong, at least for now. In our Southern Gardening segment, Eddie says it may be chilly, but you can still "go TROPICAL." In the markets, record cattle prices in the news – and some say it could be more of a permanent thing. And in our feature, the inside story on a not-so-obvious supply chain “symphony.”
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: We continue our series "The Hungriest State" (what happens when the food supply chain breaks down?). In our Southern Gardening segment, you might say it's the perfect plant in the landscape – the Juniper. Back on our series, we conclude with critical supply chain lessons learned during COVID – and a bright spot in Washington County. And in our main feature, a cutting edge high school class where students learn to process meat!