Farmweek

THIS WEEK ON FARMWEEK: The tariff tension continues, producers across the spectrum are wary. And back on the radar again, antibiotic resistance – an encore chat with an expert from MSU. Plus, Zac Ashmore back with another "Inside Extension" – "speed planting" with an MSU agronomist. And a feature on antimicrobial resistance – a warning from the pros!

THIS WEEK ON FARMWEEK: Disaster payments are set – billions about to be sent to farmers in need. Plus, “Rolling Fork Rising” in Mississippi. How IS that tornado recovery coming along? In Southern Gardening, Eddie's got the DIY on raising CITRUS in containers. And in our feature this week, this year's DIXIE NATIONAL Sale of Junior Champions. We got 'em comin' AND goin'!

THIS WEEK ON FARMWEEK: They're still picking up the PIECES after tornadoes tear through the state. In our Southern Gardening segment, they call it the “Purple Pixie.” Eddie Smith says it could be just the thing! In the markets, with everything ELSE going on, Zac dives into the Supply & Demand Report. And in our main feature, "Academy at the Farm!"  SCHOOL...IS IN SESSION!

THIS WEEK ON FARMWEEK: The “T-word” -- the word farmers (and just about everyone else) are hearing a lot these days: TARIFFS!  Plus, more words we're hearing a lot these days (with a huge ripple effect): BIRD FLU! In our Southern Gardening segment, the SENSATIONAL SALVIA:  "Rockin' Purple" and "Unplugged Pink!" And in our main feature, the BULL-RIDIN' DOCTOR…back to the past!

THIS WEEK – Under a new ag secretary, authorities expecting the biggest corn crop ever! Plus, bird flu still a major issue. Are bird LASERS the answer? In the markets, this Mississippi commodity is everywhere! And it’s part of the largest specialty crop in the U.S.! And we wrap up with a feature on one of the top vet schools in the nation, right here at Mississippi State.

THIS WEEK ON FARMWEEK: Extended coverage on bird flu, beginning with the question "…To cull or vaccinate?" Plus, some milk drinkers are turning to RAW MILK. The demand is growing, but the FDA says "NOT SO FAST." In our Southern Gardening segment, a celebrated plant with color galore and some BERRY INTERESTING health benefits. And in our main feature, an extended version of our story "HOPE FOR CITRUS COUNTRY."

THIS WEEK: A look back – during Black History month – at the impact of Dr. Harold Grier at Mississippi State. In our Southern Gardening segment, let this beauty ring your landscape chimes: "Coral Bells!" In the markets, an encore episode of our popular "What is...?" series. This time, “What is Cotton?” And in our encore feature: MSU Extension looks back at an Easter tornado.

THIS WEEK FROM MIKE & ZAC: An issue likely to be on Farmweek’s radar for some time - the “TARIFF SEESAW.” Plus, CITRUS HARVESTS have been WAY down for years, but when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade, right? In our Southern Gardening segment, this Valentine's day, wear your heart on your sleeve with BLEEDING HEART VINES. And in our feature, we're off to Picayune, Mississippi, where the CROSBY ARBORETUM takes another bow.

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.