Farmweek

THIS WEEK: An update on that dangerous water weed in Central Mississippi – with more on how it came to light. Plus, another update on bird flu. Turns out it's moved to more species than we thought. In our Southern Gardening segment, Eddie takes us on a trip to Hawaiian paradise (well, kinda). And in our feature, rebuilding the American clothing industry, where Mississippi cotton could play a big role.

THIS WEEK: The full story on a ‘noxious water weed’ in Mississippi some are calling a ‘dangerous threat.’ In Southern Gardening, its name is “Vermillionaire,” but you could say it's the “Bees Knees!” In the markets, a little bit of bullishness in row crops—and cattle came along for the ride. And in our encore feature, a lifelong 4-H'er in Mississippi carries on his family's legacy.

THIS WEEK: A first look at an invasive water weed choking a lake in Mississippi. Plus, a Canadian rail strike that is or isn't, depending on you talk to -- and how it affects the U.S. In our Southern Gardening segment, they call it American Beautyberry – Eddie Smith describes why it's so striking. And in our encore feature, a cutting edge high school class – Mississippi students processing meat!

THIS WEEK: A deeper look into which countries can own farmland in the United States. In our Southern Gardening segment, a landscape wonderland, Eddie takes us on a magical trip to a fairy garden! In the markets, Zac's got the numbers – and looks back at all things "Second Quarter." And in our main feature we ALL look back 25 years at the "Wheel Deal!"

THIS WEEK: It's a "Say Cheese" kind of show – we make CHEDDAR cheese at Mississippi State University! In our Southern Gardening segment, Eddie's got the Midas touch with golden flowering perennials! In the markets, Zac goes deep, diving into this month's supply and demand report. And then, YOU CHEDDAR BELIEVE IT – another “cheesy” story, this one with an Amish connection.

THIS WEEK: Row crop advances take front and center at a Mississippi State University field day - BIG TIME! In Southern Gardening, Eddie Smith is sharin' Sharon - ROSE OF SHARON (Hibiscus), that is! In the markets, with fall right around the corner, how does Mississippi’s CROP PROGRESS stack up? And an encore main event, 2023's Loggers of the Year – forestry SUPER HEROES!

THIS WEEK: For many, the U.S. ag economy is SLIPPING, and Congress wants to know who it’s affecting and how. Plus… They literally had another field day—this time in Winona, Mississippi. Their mission? To boost smart practices for SMALL-SCALE FARMERS. And… Speaking of “small,” in our Southern Gardening segment, Eddie Smith showcases BIG color with DWARF butterfly bushes! And in our feature story, one last chance to meet Mississippi’s REIGNING TREE FARMERS of the year.

THIS WEEK: We continue Season 2 of our series "On the Farm," a father-son DAIRY turned beef cattle operation. In our Southern Gardening segment, not every cloud has a SILVER LINING, but some FLOWERS do! In the markets, what IS the state of agriculture in Mississippi? And back on our series, the conclusion of part 4, the Gilmers’ beef cattle business came with a STEEP LEARNING CURVE.

THIS WEEK: We continue with "On the Farm," a young, large-animal MSU grad-turned-veterinarian facing an UPHILL BATTLE. Plus, speaking of “uphill,” a preview of next week’s concluding Part 4 – a father and son dairy-turned-beef cattle operation. In our Southern Gardening segment, did you know landscapes have FAN CLUBS, too? (Well, kind of). And finally, back on our feature, Kim Klunk pushes through a HEAVY BURDEN and continues to look for ANSWERS.

THIS WEEK: "On the Farm," episode 2, the Pentecost brothers talk about the risks of catfish farming in the Mississippi Delta. Plus, speaking of a tough living, we preview next week’s episode, a touching story on large-animal veterinarian Kim Klunk. In our Southern Gardening segment, echinacea's not just an herbal remedy! And finally, the conclusion of this week's feature – the Pentecost brothers are actually making more money, but spending more of it just to stay afloat. Should they shut down the whole operation?