Community
Dairy demand, prices help offset high input costs
The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture forecasted this year’s ... Read more
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Columns
Union push continues to impact the future of state’s robust auto manufacturing sector
The tobacco farmer who was the Father of His Country sired a country that is still struggling with ... Read more
Business
Mississippi agriculture hits $9.7B overall value
STARKVILLE, Miss. — Mississippi agricultural producers shattered previous records in 2022 with an estimated $9.7 billion in ... Read more
State
Poultry production value falls just short of $4B
Poultry was already Mississippi’s top agricultural commodity before its overall value increased even more in 2022. The estimated ... Read more
Columns
GUEST VIEW: 340B has grown beyond original intent
I would argue that most politicians have good intentions, but good intentions don’t always make for good ... Read more
Business
Crop harvest going well, average yields
STARKVILLE, Miss. — “Snow” appearing on the sides of highways and bare ground visible for miles is ... Read more
Columns
SID SALTER: Ham and eggs? Massachusetts, California engage in self-imposed food price inflation
STARKVILLE — The next time you travel to Boston, it might be wise on several fronts to stick ... Read more
Business
Wheat acreage begins rebound as prices soar
Climbing market prices for wheat are beginning to earn growers’ attention in Mississippi. The state’s wheat acreage ... Read more
Local News
Sales Tax Holiday begins Friday
Parents and families planning their back-to-school shopping will have a chance to save this weekend as the state ... Read more
Business
Mississippi adds mill capacity
Mississippi has gained new timber mills over the last 18months, and producers have seen timber prices rise ... Read more