Farmweek
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE – Record heat in the nation's top agricultural state – the impact wide ranging. Plus (and we’ve reported on this before), new pressure on ethanol. Another study reveals more questions about the environmental value of ethanol. In our Southern Gardening segment, “Gimmee Five!” Gary Bachman has the skinny on “pentas” in your fall landscape. And in our feature, a pilot program gives Native Americans more control over the quality (and source) of their food.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Weather the theme of the week—LOTS of it around the country! And speaking of weather, late in the week, MORE rain in Mississippi, and nearly catastrophic flooding in the Magnolia State. In our Southern Gardening segment, Gary says, 'Everybody out of the pool - we've got landscaping to do!' And in this week’s feature, a deeper look at a battle for water access between Colorado and Nebraska.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Weather the theme of the week—LOTS of it around the country! And speaking of weather, late in the week, MORE rain in Mississippi—and nearly catastrophic flooding in the Magnolia State. In our Southern Gardening segment, Gary says, 'Everybody out of the pool - we've got some landscaping to do!' And in this week’s feature, a deeper look at a century-old battle for water access between Colorado and Nebraska.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: They may not be getting ANSWERS, but farmers let the USDA know what's on their minds. In Arizona where drought continues, some hard choices coming about water usage. In Southern Gardening, Gary says "Keep it Simple" with combo containers. And in this week's feature, they’re busting backlogs with a little ingenuity and a whole lot of a shipping MUSCLE!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: The White House claiming PROGRESS AGAINST INFLATION, but not everyone is so sure. Plus, while the American West endures continuing drought, the U.K. WORRIES about running out of reserves. Also, a WATER WAR BREWING between two parched U.S. states – one may invoke a century-old deal to siphon water from the other. And in our feature, a special treat as we look back to OUR VERY FIRST SHOW IN 1977.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: In the heat of the summer, fire and rain -- wide-ranging weather events, including a deadly flood in Kentucky. In our Southern Gardening segment, it's no "return to sender" with THIS mailbox garden! In the markets, geopolitics playing havoc with prices. Zac Ashmore has an inside look. And in our feature, the seeds of success. Despite it all, a crop that stands the test of time -- and stands tall in the process.
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: An important follow-up with the next Farm Bill around the corner: “Crop Insurance vs Conservation.” And speaking of conservation, a CARBON PIPELINE would transport ethanol by-products for storage. Some are FIGHTING IT. In our Southern Gardening segment, pickles with an ALTITUDE. Gary's got the DIY. And in our feature, MORE altitude – we're headed to the friendly skies with the “Agriculture Air Force.”
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Thirsty in Texas! Worsening drought in the Lone Star state has ranchers CULLING THE HERD! Plus, with the next Farm Bill on the way, farmers depend on CROP INSURANCE, but are there about to be changes? In our SOUTHERN GARDENING segment, call it cheerful, call it bubbly -- everything's PRETTY IN PINK. And in our feature, “O' Worker, Where Art Thou?” Not looking for work, but looking for workers! Easier said than done!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: While everyone's concerned about the “Big Four” meat companies, the little guys got together and talked it over. Plus, is there light at the end of the tunnel in Ukraine? A GRAIN DEAL might be near! In our Southern Gardening segment, along those lines, Gary says, "I can hardly wheat!" And in our feature, they may not be farm dogs, but many of them are “retired” and looking for new homes! Go greyhound!
IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: A summer weather update—another derecho hits Iowa. Thousands without power. Plus, with continuing evolution in technology, are new rules for agricultural drones on the way? In Southern Gardening—tomato or “tomahto,”—taste is EVERYTHING, and Gary Bachman has the DIY. And finally, in this week’s feature story, another chance to meet the reigning Logger of the Year.