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IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Despite all the recent moisture, the Mississippi River is still low enough to restrict barge traffic. But in another part of the country, shipping by water is the preferred way to move goods around. In our Southern Gardening segment, a poignant and heartfelt final goodbye to a retiring Gary Bachman. And in our feature, an unusual partnership in Colorado puts ranchers on land – and students in classrooms.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: A new spin – literally – on an old technology: Ag drones to the rescue! In our Southern Gardening segment, now that Christmas is over, Gary's "DIY" on poinsettia revival. Plus, in Extension Matters, “Arranging Joy!” – a floral approach to teaching. And finally, go deep sea diving with Farmweek...at the Mississippi Aquarium!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: We continue our series on farm stress with the emotional story of Steven Sanford. In our Southern Gardening segment, we’ve got mail! Letters from Gary's mailbag. Plus, while many of us enjoy holiday meals, one group is making sure others won't go without. And back on our series, Mississippi Farmer Steven Sanford survived a head-on crash, but his recovery was gut-wrenching.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: As we near the end of the year, we hear more from Mike McCormick, president of the Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation. In our Southern Gardening segment, Christmas is right around the corner – and you know what THAT means! And speaking of Southern Gardening, host Gary Bachman (retiring soon), has a little more to say to viewers. And finally, a trip down “Candy Cane Memory Lane” – it’s a Farmweek story from the turn of the millennium!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: The president signs legislation to avoid a rail strike -- and that angers workers. NOW what? The Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation celebrates a hundred-year anniversary. We'll hear from its president Mike McCormick. In our Southern Gardening segment, Gary's got gift ideas for the holidays. And speaking of Christmas, an encore -- Zac goes “Off the Highway” in search of Christmas trees.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: As the world seeks to stabilize trade, the presidents of the U.S. and China come face to face. And speaking of trade, what IS the state of America’s rural economy? In Southern Gardening, our award-winning segment host Gary Bachman prepares to retire! And finally, they were LOOKING for new revenue sources. Turns out flower pots made of cow MANURE was the answer!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: We continue our Farm Stress series. This week, if anyone understands pressure, it's Delta farmer Edward Jenkins. In our Southern Gardening segment, Gary says if you're looking for treasure, you might find it in your landscape! And, with Turkey Day finally here, producers are concerned with bird flu STILL around. And back to our series, EVERYWHERE, this farmer says, is another source of stress “On the Farm.”
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Midterm election results – and how they might affect farmers. Things STILL up in the air! Plus… Mexico holding on to a GMO ban. What does THAT mean for American exports? In Southern Gardening, Gary's got a plant that may not have GROWN at the gates of Hades, but definitely stands up to the heat. And it's a food desert no more – an encore follow-up in this week's feature.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Congress following through on a promise to help small and medium-sized meatpackers be more competitive. Plus, another look – up close and personal – at the low level of the Mississippi River. Also, with Thanksgiving just around the corner, a place where people go to hug turkeys, not serve them up for dinner! And finally, we announce the 2022 Tree Farmer of the Year!
N THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: With all the worry about potential food shortages, a timely story about this year's winner of the World Food Prize. Plus, more coverage of a major story – the Mississippi River depth reaching a frightening low. And, speaking of climate change, experts says the atmospheric gasses that cause it reached record levels last year. And finally, we announce the 2022 Logger of the Year.