Farmweek
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: The White House claiming PROGRESS AGAINST INFLATION, but not everyone is so sure. Plus, while the American West endures continuing drought, the U.K. WORRIES about running out of reserves. Also, a WATER WAR BREWING between two parched U.S. states – one may invoke a century-old deal to siphon water from the other. And in our feature, a special treat as we look back to OUR VERY FIRST SHOW IN 1977.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: In the heat of the summer, fire and rain -- wide-ranging weather events, including a deadly flood in Kentucky. In our Southern Gardening segment, it's no "return to sender" with THIS mailbox garden! In the markets, geopolitics playing havoc with prices. Zac Ashmore has an inside look. And in our feature, the seeds of success. Despite it all, a crop that stands the test of time -- and stands tall in the process.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: An important follow-up with the next Farm Bill around the corner: “Crop Insurance vs Conservation.” And speaking of conservation, a CARBON PIPELINE would transport ethanol by-products for storage. Some are FIGHTING IT. In our Southern Gardening segment, pickles with an ALTITUDE. Gary's got the DIY. And in our feature, MORE altitude – we're headed to the friendly skies with the “Agriculture Air Force.”
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Thirsty in Texas! Worsening drought in the Lone Star state has ranchers CULLING THE HERD! Plus, with the next Farm Bill on the way, farmers depend on CROP INSURANCE, but are there about to be changes? In our SOUTHERN GARDENING segment, call it cheerful, call it bubbly -- everything's PRETTY IN PINK. And in our feature, “O' Worker, Where Art Thou?” Not looking for work, but looking for workers! Easier said than done!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: While everyone's concerned about the “Big Four” meat companies, the little guys got together and talked it over. Plus, is there light at the end of the tunnel in Ukraine? A GRAIN DEAL might be near! In our Southern Gardening segment, along those lines, Gary says, "I can hardly wheat!" And in our feature, they may not be farm dogs, but many of them are “retired” and looking for new homes! Go greyhound!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: A summer weather update—another derecho hits Iowa. Thousands without power. Plus, with continuing evolution in technology, are new rules for agricultural drones on the way? In Southern Gardening—tomato or “tomahto,”—taste is EVERYTHING, and Gary Bachman has the DIY. And finally, in this week’s feature story, another chance to meet the reigning Logger of the Year.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack is literally on a field trip—launching two MORE initiatives. Plus, the nation’s highest court says "no" to another appeal, THIS one to a beef checkoff challenge. In Southern Gardening, Gary says good things STILL come in small packages! And in our feature, one more chance to meet the 2021 Tree Farmer of the Year! He does things “by the Brooke.”
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: The crackdown begins—Congress pushing ahead with more bills designed to hold meatpackers' feet to the fire. Plus, the Supreme Court says no to a glyphosate appeal. Now lawsuits can push ahead, too. In our Southern Gardening segment, we revisit the ever popular (and rough ‘n tough) Yucca plant. And in a special look back, we meet Mr. George Berry, who carved an amazing reputation.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Summer officially begins, and all THE HEAT IS ON the front burner—while historic floods hit Yellowstone! And speaking of heat, the Senate wants to know what can be done about the CONTINUING WESTERN DROUGHT. In our Southern Gardening segment, our landscape WIZARD is following the “YELLOW TRICK MODE.” And in our feature, will the U.S. Supreme Court let California have its way with the rest of the country?
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Not long before the new Farm Bill, Congress is talking about where the money's likely to go. Plus, the pork industry lays out a Supreme Court case that COULD turn into a huge legal precedent! In our Southern Gardening segment, we're in Natchez in search of the “incredible EDIBLE landscape.” And in our feature, nearly wiped off the map by a flood by 18 feet of water, one Iowa town is making a COMEBACK. All that, plus Jonah Holland’s newswire in this week’s Farmweek episode.