Farmweek
In this episode of Farmweek, more trade aid is on the way. Without a finalized China trade deal, it'll certainly help. But now, there's another problem. Plus...a new lawsuit blaming farmers for bad water could change farming policy nationwide. In Southern Gardening…they’re called “Elephant Ears.” Gary says they’re the next best thing to the tropics. And in our feature, we're “Off The Highway” once again. Where is Zac headed this time? Well, let's just say there's some “Homegrown Heritage” involved.
In this episode of Farmweek, the EPA gets an earful from folks on both sides of the ethanol debate. Plus, with winter around the corner, relentless weather is still a factor. Some harvest operations were stopped dead in their tracks. Also, for those who still don't know where milk comes from, Breakfast on the Farm is a big hit! And in our feature…one New Mexico couple is fighting the Feds. They own the water rights on their property, but that hasn't stopped the U.S. Forest Service from fencing them out.
In this episode of Farmweek... part 2 of our story on a surprising resistance to wind power. Plus, landscape time travel! In Southern Gardening, we're in Natchez, Mississippi again -- stepping back in time. Plus, you might call them the “Spice Grills.” We're in Hatch, New Mexico – the self-proclaimed chili pepper capital of the world. And our feature story is all about cowboy Ted Parker. You'll LOVE this story -- they don't MAKE cowboys more genuine than this guy! Enjoy the show!
In this episode of Farmweek…a biofuels backlash. Many in the ethanol industry are upset over a last-minute numbers surprise. Plus, he's this year's World Food Prize Laureate -- a man who's had extraordinary impact on global agriculture. In Southern Gardening, more history in Natchez -- and more landscape beauty! And in our feature, a salt of the earth story about a 7th generation family business! Enjoy the show!
In this episode of Farmweek… Let's Make a Deal! Finally, a trade deal with China, at least in principle. We look at the days leading up to the agreement. Plus...after the kind of year Ag’s had so far, the last kind of weather anyone hoped we'd get. And...in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, a long-standing tradition, a celebration of rice! And in our feature, wind power, a renewable energy you'd think would be everybody's favorite. But that's not always the case. Enjoy the show!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK…we announce the king of the tree farming hill! But first, who wore that crown before? Plus, we're finally in stage two of the Farm Bill. Josh Maples talks about what's different THIS time. In Southern Gardening, we're in historic Natchez, Mississippi, where history isn't just about antebellum homes, it's about what's AROUND them! And in our feature, he’s the Tree Farmer of the Year. Meet a “Man with a Plan” in Hattiesburg Enjoy the show!
In this episode of Farmweek…the art of the deal. A new trade agreement with Japan is likely to boost the economy – and Josh Maples weighs in on the “ag effect.” Plus, before we meet THIS year's logging king, one last chance to meet the OUTGOING logger of the year. In Southern Gardening…up for a little late season color? Gary's got flowers that show summer grit AND fall flair. And in our feature: Skidders, Loaders, & Logs -- OH MY! As promised, we announce the 2019 Logger of the Year. For him, performance is literally the name of the game! Enjoy the show!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK, one message: "Pass the USMCA." Former ag secretaries reach across the aisle to make that message clear. Plus...after a meeting with the president, is there a meeting of the minds on ethanol? In Southern Gardening, Gary Bachman says, "Go for the Gold!" And in our feature, one impressive young lady says 4-H made all the difference in the world. Enjoy the show!
In this episode of Farmweek, are trade relations thawing just a little? China makes a gesture -- and the USMCA may see action soon. Plus, ATVs are popular in rural America. This week, Make-A-Wish makes a young boy's ATV wish come true! In Southern Gardening, you may be used to seeing green, but how about red for a change? That could be a good thing! And in our feature, they grew the family business the old-fashioned way…they earned it. Enjoy the show! Enjoy the show!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK, our weekly trade war update. New tariffs are in effect against China, but is there light at the end of the tunnel? Plus, an update on that hemp story we told you about last week as Mississippi's ag commissioner weighs in. In Southern Gardening, summer may be winding down, but things are still HOT! And in our feature story, a Jekyll and "Hide" story. Though beef is definitely what's for dinner, all those hides from the herd are turning to bovine blight. Enjoy the show!