Mississippi’s Top Row Crop Impacted by Pesticide Policy Issues A longstanding leader in the global soybean market, the U.S. is expected to be the second-largest producer, consumer, and exporter of soybeans for 2024. Mississippi farmers play a vital role in this...
Wheat harvest was complete across most of the state by late June, wrapping up a crop that was quite small compared to recent years. In 2023, Mississippi farmers harvested 95,000 acres of wheat across 162 farms, producing over 5 million bushels with a production value...
Corn is a major crop for Mississippi, which ranks 21st in the nation for production of the crop. As farmers across the state gear up for harvest, let’s take a look at the impact of the crop on the state’s agricultural economy. Last year, Mississippi farmers harvested...
Since 1939, National Dairy Month has encouraged families to make milk their beverage of choice based on its nutritional value. In honor of this nationally recognized occasion, Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation proudly celebrates the enduring spirit and vital...
This week kicks off the nationally celebrated Pollinator Week, an annual event that was first initiated by Pollinator Partnership and designated by the U.S. Senate to highlight the significance of pollinators in our ecosystems and food systems. Pollinator Week also...
