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THIS WEEK FROM MIKE & ZAC: We conclude our special report "Balancing Act" with a look at the original inspiration for the project. In our Southern Gardening segment, they grow just about anywhere; Are they the WORLD'S EASIEST HOUSEPLANT? In the markets, Zac dives into America's EGG SHORTAGE driving up prices; What's to come? And back on our special report, we wrap up as the temporary wetlands are DRAINED OFF for the new year's crops.

THIS WEEK FROM MIKE & ZAC: We meet Brooke Rollins, the president’s nominee for USDA SECRETARY – and hear what MISSISSIPPI'S ag commissioner thinks of her. Plus, part one of an encore special report about a “BALANCING ACT” in the Mississippi delta. In our Southern Gardening segment, they're NOT a frozen dessert, but Viola Sorbet flowers TOLERATE the cold pretty well! And back on our special report, turns out a flood can actually be a GOOD THING.

THIS WEEK FROM MIKE & ZAC: Bird flu AGAIN in the news as more states ramp up milk-testing. Plus, a follow-up on our "HOGUMENTARY" story; We hear from Mississippi Ag Commissioner ANDY GIPSON. In our Southern Gardening segment, a different kind of story: Are you "LICHEN" it? And in our feature, an encore before THIS year's premiere. The 2024 Dixie National Sale of Junior Champions. All this and much more!

THIS WEEK FROM MIKE & ZAC: Bird flu detected in Mississippi’s poultry for the SECOND time. Authorities are stepping up PREPAREDNESS. In the markets, this month's supply and demand report made a BIG SPLASH. In our Southern Gardening segment, Eddie's in Lumberton again, this time finding color among the EVERGEENS. And in our feature, WILD HOGS are STILL a problem. We present an encore of our ‘hogumentary,’  “Wild Pigs in Mississippi.”

THIS WEEK FROM MIKE & ZAC: A special report, Mississippi State's always popular "ROW CROP SHORT COURSE." In Southern Gardening, call it a shrub, a tree, or whatever, "SWEET OLIVE" is intoxicating! In the markets, a follow-up with ag econ expert Dr. Kim—simple advice for farmers thinking of RENEGOTIATING THEIR LOANS. And in our main feature: SOLVING RURAL JOURNALISM. The rural news biz isn’t what it used to be, but it can still be VIABLE.

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.”