Volume 11 Number 3

Mississippi is the nation’s top catfish-producing state, and the Mississippi State University Extension Service offers many different services to support the state’s catfish industry.

Duck season in Mississippi begins tomorrow, Dec. 6. Deer season has already gotten started—bow season just finished up, youth season is in full swing, and rifle season is about to get started.

Mississippi’s tax assessors and collectors play a vital role in keeping counties running. They ensure fair property assessments, maintain accurate records, and collect taxes that support essential local services.

Presley Meador joined 4-H at 6 years old. Now, at 20, she describes her membership in Extension's youth development organization as one of the best things she could have done.

4-H Day at the Fair, held annually at the Mississippi State Fair in October, hosted hundreds of Mississippi 4-H’ers and their families at the Jackson fairgrounds.

A community rebuilding from a devasting tornado got an emotional boost from a pocket park helping beautify downtown Rolling Fork.

When producer Adron Belk of Leflore County receives the data on what’s happening across the acres he farms in Bolivar and Sunflower Counties, he makes plans to adapt. 

As cooler days finally begin to settle in, fall reminds us of the beauty of harvest and the importance of taking steps toward a healthier lifestyle.

Mississippi 4-H Shooting Sports holds the first ever statewide 4-H Slingshot tournament, recently hosting 49 4-H’ers at the Jimmy Bryan 4-H Youth Complex in West Point.