Farmweek
THIS WEEK: In the new year, we look back 25 years at the "WHEEL DEAL!" Flywheelers 1999! In our Southern Gardening segment, keep your poinsettias going into the new year with a little DIY from Eddie Smith. And we're back to the future – flash forward – Flywheelers 2024! And in ANOTHER LOOK BACK, Mr. George Berry – who CARVED an amazing reputation.
THIS WEEK: Christmas memories! An encore trip down candy cane memory lane, a Farmweek story from the turn of the millennium. In our Southern Gardening segment, “…baby, it's cold outside,” but color for New Years is still do-able! Plus, another look back. Zac's “Off the Highway,” where everything is “Worthey!” And finally, years later, they're STILL Worthey! Zac's back at that tree farm. THIS TIME, he's branching out!
THIS WEEK (the last week show before Christmas!): Another bird flu update – the virus is still on the MOVE, and the government is STEPPING UP TESTING. In our Southern Gardening segment, a doubleheader – Snaptastic Snapdragons AND an encore look at non-traditional poinsettias. In our main feature, we pay tribute to TWO MISSISSIPPIANS enshrined in the National 4-H HALL OF FAME. And…talk about DECORATING for Christmas! take a look at this winter wonderland in North Dakota! FINALLY…the whole Farmweek crew sends Christmas wishes!
THIS WEEK: MSU President DR. MARK KEENUM speaks words of wisdom and collaboration to the Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation. Also, the USDA expands MILK TESTING in the wake of more bird flu outbreaks. Plus, as President-Elect Trump meets with leaders abroad, continuing concern about his potential TARIFF AGENDA. In our Southern Gardening segment, NON-TRADITIONAL COLORS for an old Christmas favorite. And we travel back in time once again to experience CHRISTMAS IN MISSISSIPPI more than two decades ago.
THIS WEEK: We ask the age-old question – Is it “sweet potatoes” or “yams?” Plus, do you have YOUR Christmas tree up yet? We head up north and go tree-cutting with eager families. In our Southern Gardening segment, Eddie Smith inspires a little holiday spirit with "Yuletide." And in our main feature, we venture back in time for “Women in Poultry 2001.”
THIS WEEK: Back on the radar, antibiotic resistance in animals – we chat with a veterinary expert from MSU. In our Southern Gardening segment, Eddie says we may be in a COOL SEASON, but it’s okay to think BASKETS anyway! In the markets, Zac dives deep into farm econ with more EXPERT HELP FROM MSU. And back on the subject, a warning from the national level on ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE.
THIS WEEK: Now that we know the results of the election, what's likely to happen in agriculture? In our Southern Gardening segment, "mum's" the word. You've heard it before, but maybe not THIS way. On the lighter side, a couple gives up the rat race for some country livin' and a little hee-haw! And during Veterans Day week, at MSU, horses helping former GI's heal their emotional traumas.
THIS WEEK: As the election plays out, a tariff follow-up with MSU Ag Economist Will Maples. Plus, Part 1 of our special on horses healing veterans’ traumas. In our Southern Gardening segment with Eddie Smith, have you heard of "Dinosaur Kale?" And as promised, we announce this year's Mississippi Tree Farmer of the Year!
IN THIS HALLOWEEN SHOW: With the presidential election just days away, a new study says possible trade tariffs would hurt American farmers. In our Southern Gardening segment, we visit Rosie's Garden, where volunteers help feed those in need. In the markets, just in time for Halloween and Thanksgiving, Zac’s asking "What Is…?" yet again. This time? Pumpkins! And in our feature, we announce this year's Mississippi Logger of the Year!
THIS WEEK: A Farmweek feature show – we start with a story on agritourism, a family favorite! In our Southern Gardening segment, it's called the "Garden of Curiosity" – and Eddie Smith takes us on a tour. Plus, it's the most common row crop in the U.S., worth $75 billion a year. But what IS corn, and how is it USED? Then finally, the conclusion of our behind-the-scenes feature on Bull Bottom Farms.