Farmweek
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: The heat is STILL on! Drought getting everyone's attention on TOP of record high temps! Plus, the Supreme Court SAYS NO to the California Prop 12 case. NOW what? And, another executive order from the president -- THIS ONE could have sweeping implications for farmers. And in our feature…from adversity comes creativity and ingenuity! Enjoy the show!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Another compelling story on land conservation in the gulf states: “This is Our Home.” In our SOUTHERN GARDENING segment, a DOUBLE FEATURE -- Gary's gung-ho on Salvia, and THEN we get ELEGANT! Plus, an encore “Extension Matters” segment, this one on EMMA GRACE McGREW -- she's just a country girl. And... The conclusion of our conservation story…they don’t get much better than this!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Continuing chatter on cattle pricing and price FIXING -- the U.S. Senate weighs in. Plus, a new TASK FORCE pushing ahead with CARBON MARKETS FOR FARMERS. In Southern Gardening, we revisit the popular (and rough ‘n tough) YUCCA PLANT. And in our feature, an unusual alliance in Colorado - BIKERS AND GRAZERS on the same land. It’s an epic ride!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: The saga continues – and THE PRESSURE’S ON – as Congress attempts to level the playing field between meat packers and livestock producers. Plus, the HEAT is on, too – in more ways than one – as a DROUGHT in the western U.S. expands. In Southern Gardening, YELLOW is the magic color – and GARY is the fellow to explain why! And in our feature -- California’s Prop 12 is on everybody's mind -- and the CLOCK IS TICKING!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Guess what’s back on the radar? LINE SPEEDS in the pork industry. A judge's ruling puts the outcome in doubt. Plus, YET ANOTHER FLOOD in the Mississippi Delta. Farmers say they've never seen anything like THIS one! In our Southern Gardening, this week we're in Natchez in search of an EDIBLE LANDSCAPE. And in our feature, an amazing story of tenacity…through the eyes of an Iowa pig farmer.
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: "…They went after our gas and they went after our hot dogs. No one is out of bounds here!..." In today’s show, a follow-up on that meatpacker cyberattack—authorities are on alert! Plus, a new study says feeding the world hurts air quality—farm groups respond. In Southern Gardening, there's always a landscape that touches you in a special way. This week, that place is "PETE'S Place." And in our feature, “Mushrooming to Success!” They grew the family business the old-fashioned way, they EARNED it!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Another CYBERATTACK, this one against one of the largest MEATPACKERS in the world. Plus, we continue our look at China. Beyond the phase one trade deal, CAN we do business with the PRC? In Southern Gardening, do you have the MIDAS TOUCH? Gary goes for gold in the landscape! In the markets, MORE ups and downs – Zac Ashmore takes a deeper look. And in our feature, the Endangered Species Act is a howling success -- MAYBE TOO MUCH SO! We'll explain.
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Congress asks why there are NO RESULTS in a meatpacker investigation. Plus, with MEMORIAL DAY almost here, a story about VICTORY GARDENS from days gone by. In our feature story, the U.S. and China are TRYING to work together, but ag tensions are escalating. And finally, speaking of Memorial Day, we present a heartfelt tribute to those who've paid the ULTIMATE PRICE.
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: No, you're not crazy, the economy's HEATING UP. Prices are jumping. How much? We’ve got the numbers. Plus… what goes up MUST COME DOWN. In the markets, some SURPRISING DECLINES (Zac has the scoop on that!). In Southern Gardening, “Amore Queen of Hearts” and “Night Sky.” Talk about FANCY PETUNIAS! And in our feature, they're PLANTING HOPE after the Derecho. Enjoy the show!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: A weather update! DROUGHT still punishing the West and the Corn Belt. And speaking of drought, there's a global impact -- Zac Ashmore has more in his market report. Plus, cattle producers are STILL nose-to-nose with meatpackers. But there's a bill in Congress (for the ELEVENTH time) to resolve THAT. And in our feature, new research in PAIN MANAGEMENT for animals in the American food chain.