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Faith-based community supports farm industry

A farmer’s life has been compared to a person’s faith journey, and that faith is being tested through the recent economic uncertainty associated with high costs and low profits in agriculture.

Jason Franklin, pastor of Clarksdale Methodist Church, told the hundreds of agriculture professionals at Mississippi State University’s recent Row Crop Short Course that the faith community needs to come alongside this hardworking group who are navigating significant pressures.

Extension dietitian to serve on new Dairy Alliance Collective

RAYMOND, Miss. -- A Mississippi State University Extension Service instructor has been selected to serve as a member of The Dairy Alliance Dietitian Collective.

Ag outlook conference adds second day

The MSU Extension Service and MSU Department of Agricultural Economics will host the 2026 Mississippi Agricultural Outlook Conference Jan. 12-13, 2026, at The Mill at MSU. 

Wings over the Flyway: Mississippi’s winter waterfowl

Stretching from central Canada through the Midwest and down to the Gulf Coast, the Mississippi Flyway acts as a natural corridor guiding a variety of ducks and geese into Mississippi. As cold fronts sweep across the northern states and wetlands freeze over, birds are pushed steadily southward. 

MSU Deer Lab celebrates 50 years

For 50 years, the Mississippi State University Deer Lab—a partnership between the university’s Forest and Wildlife Research Center and MSU Extension Service—has delivered nationally recognized research on deer biology, habitat management and land stewardship to hunters, landowners and wildlife professionals across the Magnolia State.

Holiday decorations can feature poinsettias

Nothing ushers in the holidays quite like the rich, cheerful glow of poinsettias. Their bold color seems to warm the room instantly, even on the grayest December day.

Certain plants keep gardens bright despite winter weather

Though the temperatures have cooled down, it doesn’t mean our gardens have to fade into the background.

Some plants truly shine when the weather turns crisp; they offer long-lasting color and charm throughout the winter months. With a little planning, you can create containers and garden beds that stay vibrant even during the coldest days.

Poinsettia colors add to holiday decorations

Every holiday season, few plants capture the spirit of Christmas quite like the poinsettia.

With their festive colors and cheerful presence, poinsettias have long been a favorite for decorating homes, churches and businesses. But did you know that poinsettias come in far more colors than the classic red?

Emerald ash borer has arrived in state

-- The invasive emerald ash borer that is decimating ash trees across North America has arrived in Mississippi with its discovery in Issaquena County in July.

The pest, known by the abbreviation EAB, was confirmed by the Mississippi Forestry Commission and verified by the Mississippi Entomological Museum at Mississippi State University before being sent to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for confirmation.