Mississippi has record number of farmers markets, but ag commissioner warns food supply at risk
Mississippi has reached a record high of 79 farmers markets – nearly one for each of its 82 counties. But…
USDA reminds Mississippi landowners, producers of several deadlines
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency is reminding landowners and producers in Mississippi of several upcoming deadlines. The…
Alpha-gal, tick illness risks rise in Mississippi
As lone star ticks spread across the Southeast, Mississippi residents face a growing risk of tick-borne illness and alpha-gal syndrome,…
MDMR offering free food safety certification course for seafood industry workers
For those in the seafood industry or who own seafood restaurants, the…
Flesh-eating screwworm poses ‘no threat’ to Mississippi food safety
A flesh-eating pest that was eradicated from the U.S. 60 years ago…
MSU Extension warns residents after invasive hammerhead worm found in Warren County
The Mississippi State University Extension Service is warning producers to be on…
Mississippi shrimp season set to open May 26
Mississippi's shrimp season is less than a week away. The Mississippi Department…
Delta Council holds 91st meeting at Mississippi State extension center in Stoneville
For the first time in 90 years, the Delta Council held its…
Selections made to 2026-27 Mississippi Agriculture Youth Council
10 rising seniors have been selected to serve on the 2026-27 Mississippi…
U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson slams farm bill over $187 billion SNAP cut
For the first time since the U.S. House passed a sweeping farm…
Mississippi farmers change the way they grow rice
When a system works, there is little reason to change and many…
New applications for wild hog control program now open
Agriculture officials in Mississippi are accepting a new wave of applications for…
Mississippi agriculture department launches free eggs for a year giveaway
Mississippians can soon try to crack the odds for a chance at…
