Farmweek

Today on Farmweek the Mississippi Governor appoints a successor, Cindy Hyde-Smith, for State Agricultural Commissioner. | In the Markets, China punches back at the U.S. with its own tarriffs. | The Mississippi storm season is just around the corner. Farmweek has a preparation checklist. | The Southern Gardening segment has some bright ideas for color in your garden.

Today on Farmweek... The first female U.S. Senator in Mississippi | Congress moves to fix a tax loophole that some would say gives co-ops an unfair advantage. | A follow-up to our "What is Meat?" story last week. | Some young farmers are getting a helping hand to start their careers.

Today on Farmweek... When is meat, not meat? U.S. cattlemen petition the government to get tougher on the definition. | 4-Hers get a chance to share a thing or two with State leaders.

Today on Farmweek... Tarriffs on imported steel and aluminum are set to begin. The impact on U.S. imports remains unclear. | A look at why having good forage is so important for grass fed beef operations. | A new apple, the Cosmic Crisp, is introduced.

DNA tests provide more information on the Delta deer with chronic wasting disease. | An important cost-share program to help struggling cotton farmers is renewed by the USDA. | The Food Factor focuses on healthy snacks for your spring break road trip. | Farmweek travels to the Delta to see a "kenaf" harvest operation.

Farmweek heads to Stringer, MS to learn how to raise Alpacas. | In the Markets, cow-calf operations continue to expand - what will that mean for prices? | In the kitchen, a look at new technology that can save you time and money.

Farmweek this week... Chronic Wasting Disease is found in Mississippi deer. | Gary Bachman says springs arrival will likely be signaled early by colorful wisteria. | In the markets, pond-bank catfish prices take a tumble to start the year. | Generous bidders once again provide big scholarships to 4-H and FFA members at the Sale of Junior Champions.

This week Farmweek makes a return visit to a cattle operation in Mississippi, one that's changing with the times. | The wild hog problem is bigger than ever in Mississippi.

Today on Farmweek, it's rodeo time at the State Fairgrounds in Jackson, Mississippi. | Learn the correct way to prune a crape myrtle. | In the markets, cattle placements continue to run ahead of last-years numbers.

On Farmweek today... A south Mississippi school uses hands-on activities around a farm to teach biology in a meaningful way. | On The Food Factor, the calorie dealer shows how to keep a new healthy diet under control. | Southern Gardening visits a winter greenhouse to see what's new and to give you some ideas for this spring.