Farmweek

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Foreign ownership of farmland is back in the news. In Mississippi, lawmakers get strong advice from their ag commissioner. In Southern Gardening, a holiday season redux – poinsettias in all their glory! In the markets, Zac does a deep dive into post-harvest America just before the USDA’s Supply and Demand report. And…in the Mississippi Delta, a food desert no more! A follow-up on the town of Marks in this week's feature.

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: A closer look at a recent budget EXTENSION. But as we edge closer to the end of the year, we’ll ALSO hear more about ANOTHER possible shutdown in January. Plus, more on trade – what DID Biden and Xi talk about in their meeting? In Southern Gardening, just in time for the Christmas season, POINSETTIAS in all their glory! And in our feature, an encore. A new spin – literally! – on old technology. AG DRONES to the rescue!

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: We continue our series on farm stress with the emotional story of Steven Sanford. In our Southern Gardening segment, they may be hardy, but there's no mystery about their beauty. In our feature story, the endangered species act was a howling success – maybe too much so. And back on our series, Steven Sanford survived a car wreck, but his recovery was gut-wrenching.IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: We continue our series on farm stress with the emotional story of Steven Sanford. In our Southern Gardening segment, they may be hardy, but there's no mystery about their beauty. In our feature story, the endangered species act was a howling success – maybe too much so. And back on our series, Steven Sanford survived a car wreck, but his recovery was gut-wrenching.

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: We continue our Emmy-winning series "On the Farm." In this episode, the woes of a third-generation dairy farmer. In Southern Gardening, want to generate a little buzz this fall? Try caryopteris! In the markets, supply and demand is a matter of hustle and bustle. Plus, we talk to ag economist Will Maples about the fallout. And back on our series, dairy farmer Will Gilmer has a definite “Plan B.”

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: A parade of ag stars, including a profile of Mississippi’s Farmer of the Year. In our Southern Gardening segment, Eddie Smith goes purple - AND south of the border at the same time! In the markets – a perfect setup for this week's feature – a profile of Mississippi’s forestry juggernaut! And finally, the “Main Event,” we announce this year's Loggers of the Year.

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Mississippi State University takes the lead with the opening of the nation's first-ever ag autonomy institute. Plus, Tennessee kids are chunkin' pumpkins and learning a whole lot in the process. In Southern Gardening, lantanas are the name of the game – we're talking "LUSCIOUS!" And in our feature, we announce the 2023 Tree Farmers of the Year.

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: We continue our “Farm Stress” series. This week, if anyone understands pressure, it's Edward Jenkins. In our Southern Gardening segment, things gets hot with the “Red Hot Frilly Peppers!” And speaking of hot, the heat STILL on with the wide impact of drought on the cattle industry. And back to our series, everywhere, this farmer says, is another source of stress on the farm.

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: We continue our special report focused on isolation and stress "On the Farm." Then, a slight detour in Southern Gardening, where we focus on what some call a "Star Flower" – a real butterfly magnet! In the markets, Zac dives into what's making this month's supply and demand report tick. Then back to our special report, concluding this episode with a glimmer of hope.

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: Still on radar, foreign ownership of American farmland. Multiple states, including Mississippi, are working on ways to control it! On the lighter side, it's fall. Time for a jaunt through a “Jurassic” corn maze! In our Southern Gardening segment, some call them “Periwinkle,” some call them “Vinca.” Whatever you call them, they're gorgeous! And in our feature, meet the kings! One more chance to meet the reigning loggers of the year.

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE: We continue our look at stress on the farm. This week, an extended chat with a national expert. In our Southern Gardening, “going for the gold” with marigolds (and did you know they're edible?). Back on farm stress, talking about talking, maybe one of the best ways to cope with stress! And in our main feature, one more chance to meet the reigning tree farmer of the year.