The holiday season is a time for social gatherings and sharing meals together! If you’re like me, you enjoy hosting events at your home. I host an annual Thanksgiving dinner for my friends, and it’s always one of the highlights of my year!
The Food Factor: Fall Harvest Salad
October 3, 2023
It's finally fall, and this healthy, simple salad is a great way to celebrate the new season!
October Landscape Checklist
September 29, 2023
As of September 23, it’s officially fall! Cue the pumpkins, apple cider, and bonfires! The weather normally takes a while to realize that it’s actually fall but isn’t this cooler weather glorious!
Bird of the Month: Tufted Titmouse
September 27, 2023
The tufted titmouse is a bird you’ve likely seen in parks, woodlands, and in your back yard. They’re native to the eastern parts of the United States and are attracted to areas where there is an abundance of broadleaf trees, such as oaks, hickories, and maples.
How to Take a Soil Sample
September 21, 2023
Early fall is one of the best times to test your soil. A soil test can tell you if your lawn or garden needs critical nutrients and how much. This way, your plants and your wallet will stay healthy. You won’t waste your money applying fertilizer or lime that your plants don’t need.
The Food Factor: Mighty Skillet Meal
September 20, 2023
When you need a hearty meal in a hurry, this Mighty Skillet Meal fits the bill.
Road Safety during Harvest Season
September 15, 2023
It’s harvest season, and you’re likely to see large farm equipment on the roads, whether that be bright green combines, red tractors, or anything in between.
Cholesterol: Do You Know Your Numbers?
September 12, 2023
Did you know people of all ages can have high cholesterol? High cholesterol can cause heart disease, which can lead to heart attack and stroke. So, it’s important to know your cholesterol levels.
Celeste vs. Southern Brown Turkey Figs
September 8, 2023
Figs are in season from July to October. So, now is the perfect time to find some figs to eat and cook with! There are two main fig varieties found in Mississippi: Celeste and Southern Brown Turkey.
The Food Factor: Fruit Paradise
September 5, 2023
Fruit Paradise is a quick and easy dish with a delicious tropical sweetness.
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