‘Wildfire Prevention Month’ begins with governor’s proclamation
Photo courtesy of MFC We’ve officially entered the busiest month of the year for wildfires. As the calendar turns to March, ‘Wildfire Prevention Month’ begins...
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MDAC accepting applications for Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) is now accepting proposals for the Specialty Crop Block...
USDA ready to assist farmers, ranchers and communities affected by winter storms
by Andi Davis
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds rural communities, farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses affected by the recent winter storms that USDA has programs that...
2021 Dixie National Rodeo kicks off this week
The Dixie National Rodeo is kicking off this week with “probably the best entertainment lineup we’ve had in 30 years,” and Commissioner of Agriculture and...
Relief for farmers and ranchers as USDA temporarily suspends past-due debt collections and foreclosures
by Andi Davis
The USDA is temporarily suspending debt collections, foreclosures, and other activities on farm loans for more than 12,000 distressed borrowers due to COVID-19. The U.S....
Partnership formed to monitor and control threats to human health and ag crops
by Andi Davis
During the 2020 Legislative Session, legislation was passed that authorizes the Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce to provide technical guidance and outreach to landowners, farmers,...
Committee Chairs announced for 2021 Legislative Session
by Andi Davis
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann has announced several new Committee Chairs. The resignations of Senators Sally Doty and Gary Jackson, plus the addition of two newly-elected...
Millions available for ag producers negatively impacted by COVID-19
by Andi Davis
Are you an ag producer in Mississippi who has been negatively impacted by COVID-19? The Mississippi Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for the Mississippi...
Mississippi Agriculture Stabilization Act application period is now open
Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced that the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) will be accepting applications for the Mississippi Agriculture...
The Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum Reopens Today
The Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum opens its facilities following closure due to COVID-19. The Museum will resume normal operating hours from 9:00 a.m. to...