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August 24 - 27, 2007
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August 24, 2007 - Farmweek #3107- Show 1511
Feature: Julian Watson, Tree Farmer - Ford - Length: 6:58
2007 COTTON CLASSING FEE UNCHANGED - The U.S. Dept. Of Agriculture’s Dumas, Arkansas, classing office will charge $1.85 per bale in spite of the fact it expects to class 1/3 less bales this year. The Dumas office classes most of the Arkansas and Mississippi crop.
MISS-LOU REGIONAL TOURISM CONFERENCE - Reporter: Amy Taylor from Ferriday, Louisiana. Conference promotes opportunities for rural agri-tourism. Appearing: Adam Rhonke/Wildlife & Natural Resources/Mississippi State University Extension Service. Alex Thomas/Heritage Trails Director/Mississippi Development Authority.
MISSISSIPPI 4-H SUMMER COOPERATIVE BUSINESS LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE - Appearing: Tranisha Nix/Manager of the 4-H Co-op/Lucedale. Kaylee Keith/State 4-H President/Laurel.
SOUTHERN GARDENING - Long-lasting Hanging Baskets - See this story
Appearing: Norman Winter/Horticulturist/Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Telephone (601) 857-2284
MARKETS INTRODUCTION
CHINA COMPLAINS ABOUT CONTAMINATION IN U.S. SOYBEAN SHIPMENTS - Could be in retaliation for China’s troubles with its exports.
MARKET INTERVIEW - Rice - Prices could be headed up in the long term. Appearing: Steve Martin/Agricultural Economist/Mississippi State University Extension Service.
MSU Agricultural Economic and Policy Perspective Newsletter
WHEAT ANALYSIS - Nearby futures hit a record $7.20 per bushel on Wednesday. Production problems in Europe and the Black Sea region are making the U.S. the primary source for world wheat.
TRIVIA QUESTION - What is the main ingredient of chicken feed? Corn 68%. Soybeans 26%
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
HOGS ANALYSIS - U.S. EXPECTED TO DOMINATE WORLD PORK MARKET IN 10 YEARS - U.S. Meat Export Federation says U.S. could claim 30% of global pork market by 2016.
BULLISH CATTLE-ON-FEED REPORT - Lowest placements in 20 years in July.
TRIVIA ANSWER - What is the main ingredient of chicken feed? Corn 68%. Soybeans 26%
FEATURE STORY - JULIAN WATSON, TREE FARMER’S TREE FARMER - See this story - EM #75 - Reporter: Artis Ford. Julian Watson of Madison made the decision in 1984 to plant pine trees in eroding soybean fields on his family’s farm. He knew nothing about tree farming at that time. He manages his tree farm now like a professional. Watson learned by going to forestry short courses and seeking out the help of state and federal officials.
Appearing: Julian Watson/Tree Farmer/Madison
Paul Dillard/Resource Conservationist/Natural Resources Conservation Service/U.S. Dept. Of Agriculture/Tupelo.
Tim Traugott/Area Forester/Mississippi State University Extension Service.
Contact Information:
MS Forestry Association, (601) 354-4936, www.msforestry.net
U.S. Dept. Of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, (965) 965-4940
Mississippi state office, www.ms.nrcs.usda.gov
Mississippi State University Extension Service, (662) 325-3905
www.msucares.com/forestry/index.html
Mississippi Forestry Commission, (601) 359-1386 www.mfc.state.ms.us
PREVIEW OF NEXT WEEK’S SHOW
Feature: Mississippi Farm Toy Collectors.
Southern Gardening: Artemisia