RAYMOND, Miss. -- Many of the practices associated with sustainability, such as recycling, can be extended into the garden. Composting is a way to help reduce organic waste that goes to the landfill and helps feed gardens. These organic materials, which include grass clippings, leaves and other yard wastes, account for about 30% of trash that goes to the landfill.
Who says peaches are just for dessert? Slow Cooker Chicken with Peachy Ginger Sauce is a perfect meal for those busy workdays!
Slow Cooker Chicken with Peachy Ginger Sauce is an easy meal for those busy weeknights.
VERONA, Miss. -- The forestry specialist roster at Mississippi State University Extension Service is growing, mostly in response to feedback received from industry professionals at Producer Advisory Council meetings.
A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of visiting Coach’s Cedar Creek Farm in Lucedale where I was awestruck by the brightly blooming Amstel begonias growing in one of their greenhouses.
These begonias, also known as Rieger begonias, are a unique blend of tuberous and wax begonias.
Looking to plant a fruit plant on your property but not sure which to choose? May we suggest blackberries! Blackberries are among the easiest fruit plants to grow, and they produce tasty berries that are perfect for baking!
Some of the blackberry cultivers are upright, while others have trailing tendencies that require trellising. (Photo by MSU Extension)
Has your doctor ever recommended more fiber in your diet? Fiber is an important part of a healthy diet. Research shows that most Americans don't get enough. These tips can help you get the recommended amount.
Gradually adding fiber-rich foods to your diet can help you easily reach the recommended daily amount.
I recently had the pleasure of exploring Mr. Jim Smelley’s impressive camellia collection with some of the Pearl River County Master Gardeners. I began thinking about how these beautiful plants with their gorgeous blooms could be the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for plant lovers.
Warwick Schiller is a horseman with years of experience communicating with and training horses both in the show arena and beyond. His approach to horsemanship has received international acclaim and garnered the attention of thousands of people who have been to his clinics. Along with this, he has developed and maintained a successful podcast (Journey On podcast) and social media presence that gives insight to horse owners of all experience levels. In this episode you will hear Warwick’s approach to the mental side of understanding horses and enjoy listening to his experiences with his own journey.
Closed captioning can be viewed on Taking the Reins-Mississippi State on YouTube.
Warwickschiller.com
Podcast: The Journey On Podcast
Facebook: Warwick Schiller Attuned Horsemanship
JACKSON, Miss. -- Hinds County 4-H’er Mason Williams had already represented Mississippi in a national competition less than a year ago, so showing animals in a statewide event was no sweat.
“Those experiences make it a little bit easier to be in front of all those people,” Williams said. “It doesn’t take all the pressure away, but it makes it easier to manage, so when you walk out there and see everybody, you don’t get stage fright.”
