Mississippi Farm Country

15/08/2024

Picnics are fun, but it’s nice to enjoy an air-conditioned meal with a few close friends, too. So rather than a throwing a cookout, why not try a cook-in with these lovely summer recipes to try inside?

Beat the heat with these no-sweat summer recipes, so that when the temperature becomes too much to bear, you can head inside for a delicious summer cook-in.

08/08/2024

Seasonal herbs add garden-fresh flavor to easy summertime recipes, including Green Veggie Dip, Blueberry Lemon Basil No-Churn Ice Cream, Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint and Grilled Chimichurri Chicken.

From basil and cilantro to parsley, mint and more, fresh herbs star in these simple summer recipes.

07/08/2024

Previously an investment banker, Dr. Cindy Ayers Elliott established a 68-acre urban farm called Foot Print Farms in the city of Jackson.

Dr. Cindy Ayers Elliott established a 68-acre urban farm, called Foot Print Farms, in the city of Jackson.

06/08/2024

With all of this available information regarding peanut popularity and production, it seems like the perfect opportunity to experiment with some new peanut recipes. 🥜

Get the recipes for peanut butter and jelly bars, peanut pumpkin hummus, peanut-crusted salmon and a peanut dressing that's great for salads.

05/08/2024

When Davis Edwards told his family and friends he wanted to raise Scottish Highland cattle on his family’s 50-acre farm in Rankin County, several people tried to talk him out of the idea, but good thing it didn't work.

Davis Edwards raises the well-known breed of Scottish Highland cattle on his family’s 50-acre farm in Rankin County.

04/08/2024

Don't miss the chance to win a collection of Covenant Creek Farm's most popular soaps before the giveaway ends at the end of this month.

Chris Holland of Covenant Creek Farm crafts goat soaps, lotions, solid body butter, lip balm, and bath soap from her dairy goats' milk.

03/08/2024

Watermelon is a summer favorite, and there are so many tasty ways to enjoy watermelon. 🍉 If you’re ready to branch out and incorporate this delicious ingredient into some new recipes, here are some watermelon recipes to get you started.

There's more than one way to eat a watermelon... and here are some new ways you may not have thought of in fun watermelon recipes.

02/08/2024

August is National Catfish Month. 🎣 Did you know there are 160 catfish operations in Mississippi?

With a thriving acquaculture industry, Mississippi is known for its delicious catfish and ranks No. 1 in the United States in catfish production.

01/08/2024

Ready for some fall fun at the fair? 🎡 Make sure you don't miss a fair near you with the help of our Mississippi Fair Calendar.

Mark your calendars for these 2024 Mississippi county fairs taking place across the state in August, September and October.

30/07/2024

WALKER'S DRIVE IN has been an anchor in downtown Jackson since the 1940s when carhops served up burgers, fries and malts. Today, the exterior of the restaurant still harkens back to its glory days with art deco design, pastel colors and a flashing neon sign. Once inside, however, it’s a drive-in with a twist.

Walker’s Drive-In is still a staple in downtown Jackson, but the menu may surprise diners with more classy dishes than classic diner options.

28/07/2024

Silent Shade Planting Company focuses on sustainable and efficient farming while preparing the way for future generations.

27/07/2024

During a hurricane, a Hawaiian T-shirt shop lost all its products. They found their shirts scattered and marked by Hawaiian mud. After hearing this story, Delta Dirt Shirts owner Kendra Reed thought of the distinct red clay of Mississippi soil and knew it would make a strikingly stained T-shirt.

Mississippi business Delta Dirt Shirts has become a success for a good cause creating peach-colored clothes from Mississippi clay.

26/07/2024

Did you know Washington, Yazoo, Bolivar and Leflore are the top corn-producing counties? 🌽

It’s corn! The tasty summer veggie and livestock feed essential is an important commodity in Mississippi agriculture.

25/07/2024

From blueberry chicken salad to waffles, popsicles, ice cream and more, these recipes are the best way to enjoy juicy Mississippi blueberries all summer long. 🫐

Looking for a way to incorporate fresh blueberries into your cooking this summer? Try these 10 delicious blueberry recipes.

24/07/2024

Two centuries after its establishment, Meadville, Mississippi, remains the center of activity of the rural county in southwest Mississippi. With a population of less than 500 people, Meadville boasts a multitude of destinations that attract visitors drawn by the region’s natural beauty and hospitality.

Meadville, Mississippi, is a fun destination for chess enthusiasts and lovers of the great outdoors. Give it a visit this summer.

22/07/2024

Fairy gardens are miniature gardens that can be created using shallow dishes, broken and cracked terra cotta pots, small containers like teacups, or like my first fairy garden, which was under our Little Free Library.

A gardening trend gaining in popularity is creating fairy gardens and they're easy, gardening fun for all ages.

21/07/2024

Happy National Ice Cream Day! 🍨 No ice cream maker? No problem! Enjoy some tasty ice cream to bring down the summer heat with just a loaf pan and a bit of freezer room with this No-Churn Strawberry Cream Cheese Ice Cream.

June is National Dairy Month! Celebrate with these dairy-packed recipes using cheese, cream, milk and yoghurt.

20/07/2024

Moss Point and Pascagoula visitors are attracted to the area’s beautiful rivers, lakes and bayous. Local highlights include historic homes (Jimmy Buffett, incidentally, was born in Pascagoula), gorgeous parks and wildlife-watching.

Discover 8 reasons to visit the small towns in rural Mississippi. Read on for a sampling of things to do in Moss Point and Pascagoula.

19/07/2024

Soybeans may make you think of soy milk or soy sauce, but they are used in a variety of foods including salad dressings, BBQ sauces, and candy bars as well as almost all animal feed, dog food, paint and more.

Soybeans are grown all over the great state of Mississippi but how much do you know about the important crop?

18/07/2024

Warmer weather means it’s time to revel in the natural outdoor wonders of Mississippi camping. The state is home to nine national parks, more than two dozen state parks and several privately owned facilities.

Mississippi parks offer a dazzling array of outdoor recreation and camping options. Discover some top spots to park it this season.

17/07/2024

In 2017, Williams inherited 165 acres of land in Wayne County from her father. The property has been in her family since the 1920s when her great-uncle and aunt farmed the land.

In 2017, Williams inherited her family's 165 acres of land in Wayne County from her father and turned it to productive forest.

16/07/2024

During the summer months, backyard gardens and local farmers markets abound with ingredients for creating fresh and flavorful meals. 🌿 And one of the easiest ways to take your everyday dishes to the next level this time of year is with the addition of fragrant seasonal herbs.

From basil and cilantro to parsley, mint and more, fresh herbs star in these simple summer recipes.

15/07/2024

Nestled just outside of Oxford sits an unassuming black building that is home to Wonderbird Spirits. At first glance, it doesn’t seem like much, but inside, Rob Forster, Thomas Alexander and Chand Harlow are making world-class gin from local ingredients from nearby Two Brooks Farm.

Different from other gin distillers, Wonderbird Spirits uses a unique ingredient to make its gin: Mississippi rice.

14/07/2024

Meet Walt and Ashley Rambo who, along with their children, Addison and Wyatt, grow rice and soybeans in Sunflower County.

Walt and Ashley Rambo, along with their children, Addison and Wyatt, grow rice and soybeans in Sunflower County.

13/07/2024

One of the most popular home garden vegetables is tomatoes, but they can also be one of the most frustrating to grow. 🍅 With a few tips and tricks, the home gardener can successfully grow this tasty vegetable to be set all season long.

One of the most popular home garden vegetables is tomatoes, but they can also be one of the most frustrating to grow.

12/07/2024

It’s corn! 🌽 The tasty summer veggie and livestock feed essential is an important commodity in Mississippi agriculture.

It’s corn! The tasty summer veggie and livestock feed essential is an important commodity in Mississippi agriculture.

11/07/2024

Is there anything better than fresh blueberries in the summer? 🫐 After visiting a Mississippi blueberry farm or attending a local blueberry festival, put your berries to good use in the kitchen with 10 of our favorite blueberry recipes.

Looking for a way to incorporate fresh blueberries into your cooking this summer? Try these 10 delicious blueberry recipes.

08/07/2024

Seasonal sweet corn stars in these four fresh summer recipes, including Hoecakes with Pulled Pork and Corn Avocado Salsa. 🌽

Seasonal sweet corn stars in these four fresh summer recipes, including Hoecakes with Pulled Pork and Corn Avocado Salsa.

07/07/2024

It's World Chocolate Day! 🍫 Celebrate with Fudge Etcetera, owned and operated by Wallace and Janet Heggie in Meridian. The company has been serving delicious confections for over 30 years.

It's a fudge-tastic giveaway! Learn more about Meridian-based Fudge Etcetera and enter to win this delicious prize pack today.

06/07/2024

Located on the western edge of the state where the Yazoo and Mississippi rivers meet, Vicksburg is a mix of rich history, culture and cuisine. From museums to murals, and history lessons to delicious dining, historic Vicksburg has so much to offer visitors.

From museums to murals, and history lessons to delicious dining, historic Vicksburg, MS has so much to offer visitors and residents alike.