Farmweek
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: An update on a drought that SEEMS TO HAVE A LIFE OF ITS OWN -- Jonah has the latest. In the markets, Zac gets a helicopter view of the last quarter (hint: a LOT happened!). In Southern Gardening, how ‘bout a little POOLSIDE PUNCTUATION? Gary says, 'Everybody OUT OF THE POOL! We've got some landscaping to do!' And in our feature, “O' WORKER, WHERE ART THOU? They’re not looking for work, but looking for WORKERS! It’s easier said than done!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: A new report says it's unequivocal -- HUMANS ARE RESPONSIBLE for global warming. In the markets, the supply and demand numbers are in. Zac has those -- and info about a WHEAT SHORTAGE. In Southern Gardening, Gary says "Keep it simple" with COMBO CONTAINERS. And in our feature...”Community Supported Agriculture.” You might call it the SILVER LINING of the pandemic. All that…and hitting HOME RUNS into the corn!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK – All is NOT so quiet on the Western Front! The drought is worse, and firefighters are (still) BUSY. In the markets, Zac has an extended row crop report. He says PRICES ARE UP -- and he has the reason why. In Southern Gardening, a CROWNING achievement: a landscape like the ENGLISH countryside. And in our feature, the story of Rick Meister, who LOST HIS LEGS in a farming accident, but found his way back into his tractor.
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Congress will be in a full recess soon. But behind the scenes, a lot’s happening on that INFRASTRUCTURE bill. Plus, it’s the “meating place” where more discussion on leveling the playing field between MEATPACKERS and CATTLE PRODUCERS is happening. In Southern Gardening, there’s no "return to sender" with a MAILBOX GARDEN! And in our feature, AQUACULTURE up 10% in the ag census. Some producers are betting the farm on it.
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Drought is making the western wildfires worse – fanning the flames of nearly 80 fires across the nation. Plus, ethanol is back on the radar. A new bill would repeal the RFS mandate, weakening the demand for corn. In Southern Gardening, Gary says good things come in small packages. And in our feature, farmers and fishermen are partnering on conservation, cleaning up the Mississippi River downstream. Enjoy the show!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: An encore presentation with a food insecurity theme: “Meals on the Bus.” In Southern Gardening, along those lines, Gary says, "I can hardly wheat!" He'll explain. This week's market report, Zac says, is all about the weather and the WASDE -- HE'LL explain! And in our feature, “Fighting off Famine” -- a surprising revelation that we may be closer than we think to fighting off famine. Enjoy the show!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: The heat is STILL on! Drought getting everyone's attention on TOP of record high temps! Plus, the Supreme Court SAYS NO to the California Prop 12 case. NOW what? And, another executive order from the president -- THIS ONE could have sweeping implications for farmers. And in our feature…from adversity comes creativity and ingenuity! Enjoy the show!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Another compelling story on land conservation in the gulf states: “This is Our Home.” In our SOUTHERN GARDENING segment, a DOUBLE FEATURE -- Gary's gung-ho on Salvia, and THEN we get ELEGANT! Plus, an encore “Extension Matters” segment, this one on EMMA GRACE McGREW -- she's just a country girl. And... The conclusion of our conservation story…they don’t get much better than this!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: Continuing chatter on cattle pricing and price FIXING -- the U.S. Senate weighs in. Plus, a new TASK FORCE pushing ahead with CARBON MARKETS FOR FARMERS. In Southern Gardening, we revisit the popular (and rough ‘n tough) YUCCA PLANT. And in our feature, an unusual alliance in Colorado - BIKERS AND GRAZERS on the same land. It’s an epic ride!
IN THIS EPISODE OF FARMWEEK: The saga continues – and THE PRESSURE’S ON – as Congress attempts to level the playing field between meat packers and livestock producers. Plus, the HEAT is on, too – in more ways than one – as a DROUGHT in the western U.S. expands. In Southern Gardening, YELLOW is the magic color – and GARY is the fellow to explain why! And in our feature -- California’s Prop 12 is on everybody's mind -- and the CLOCK IS TICKING!