Farmweek
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE – Believe it or not, the next Farm Bill is right around the corner – and the NRCS is already on the hot seat! Plus, that didn't take long! Weather’s already a major force across much of the nation! In Southern Gardening, they’re “heart-ly recognizable!” Gary has the DIY on taking your landscape to heart with a Valentine’s Day project. And in our feature, they’re “Shrimply the Best!” Aquaculture – one family's all-American dream.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE – More on ethanol. What's moving THAT market? (and what's NOT moving it?). Plus, California’s Prop 12 takes a momentary back seat, but what happens when it DOES take effect six months from now? In Southern Gardening, this week’s segment fits right in: Gary says it sometimes PAYS to be RADICAL! And in our feature, before we get TOO far into 2022, a look back at a tumultuous 2021.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE – With supply chains still STRAINED, USDA's Tom Vilsack talks to Congress about trade. Plus, a major waterway gets a badly-needed BOOST. In our Southern Gardening segment, the gateway to Mississippi State University is also a LANDSCAPE SHOWCASE. And in our feature, a unique FARMING ALLIANCE. When it comes to agriculture, eight farmers demonstrate how to be small and STILL be big!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE – The EPA missed an important deadline recently, then tried to MORE than make it up. The result according to the biofuels industry? Not exactly the best. Plus, now they're calling it a “MEGADROUGHT.” In California, a MAJOR CUTBACK IN WATER ALLOCATION. In our Southern Gardening segment, Christmas is right around the corner—and you know what THAT means: POINSETTIA TIME! And finally…it's a “food desert” no more. We bring you an IMPORTANT FOLLOW-UP in this week's feature.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE – In a push for RENEWABLE energy, advocates head to Washington. Plus, as INFLATION ratchets even higher, FOOD BANKS are hit hard. Also, in yet ANOTHER stunning reversal, the EPA says "NO" (AFTER SAYING “YES” A YEAR AGO) to a LONG-PROMISED flood pump system in Mississippi. And finally, with the big day coming up, Zac Ashmore goes "Off the Highway" at a Christmas tree farm.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Happy Thanksgiving! It’s a Farmweek feature show, beginning with how farm input prices are rising! In our Southern Gardening segment, Gary Bachman says, ‘If you're looking for treasure, you MIGHT find it in your landscape!’ In yet another feature, we have a special look back. Meet Mr. George Berry, who carved an amazing reputation…21 years ago! And not to be outdone, the “Seeds of Success.” We showcase a crop that stands the test of time—and stands tall in the process.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Continuing effort to level the playing field between meatpackers and producers – with a new law proposed by lawmakers on BOTH sides of the aisle. In Southern Gardening, a hot legend -- a plant that may not have grown ‘at the gates of Hades,’ but definitely STANDS UP TO THE HEAT. In this week's feature, the PITFALLS OF URBAN FARMING. And finally…a special tribute. WE SAY GOODBYE to one of the nation's leading farm crisis experts.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: “…I am very, very worried…” (Rep. DAVID SCOTT, Chairman of the House Ag Committee). America has more supply chain woes—and Congress is talking about them! Plus, speaking of “supply chain,” food shortages are creating headaches around the country. Perhaps a little “Manna” might be in order! In the markets, Zac dives into his “3QR” (his 3rd quarter review) in search of a little PERSPECTIVE! And in our feature this week, we’re “off the grid,” where sometimes OLD SCHOOL JUST WORKS! Finally, we close our show with a tribute to veterans everywhere. Happy Veterans Day!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: It turns out more than THREE TIMES the number of meat processing workers CAUGHT COVID-19 than first thought – and Congress is POINTING FINGERS. Plus, the western drought goes on, despite RECORD-SETTING RAIN AND SNOW. In our Southern Gardening segment, Gary Bachman says you can “go tropical” and STILL be set for the winter! And finally, we announce THIS year's LOGGER OF THE YEAR—a father and son team making a BIG IMPACT!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Another compelling story on land conservation in the gulf states. And it's all "To Better our Community." In our Southern Gardening segment, a double feature that starts with "Repeat After Me!" We'll explain! Plus...an encore “Extension Matters” segment – this one about Miss Peyton Bell, a young lady who lights up the show ring. And...the conclusion of our conservation story -- a new model for clean growth.