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Christmas tree growers expect sales to increase - November 6, 2009
Mississippi Christmas tree growers will probably see their sales increase again this year as more people stay home to celebrate the holidays.

New leader named at Delta research center - November 5, 2009
Steve Martin has been named head of Mississippi State University’s Delta Research and Extension Center in Stoneville.

Gifts to help animals reflect holiday spirit - November 5, 2009
Mississippi State University veterinary experts, who agree that pets generally do not make good gifts, suggest people can capture the holiday spirit by donating to an animal health-care group in someone’s name.

Avoid a ‘flu’ Christmas with healthy practices - November 5, 2009
Flu concerns during the winter holidays are not new this year, but the highly contagious novel H1N1 flu strain increases the importance of healthy practices to avoid the spread of germs.

Create fun, fresh holiday decorations - November 5, 2009
Decorating for the holidays can be a struggle, but experts at The University Florist tell customers that preparing for winter festivities can be as easy as remembering holidays past and looking in their own backyards.

Garden, kitchen creations make good holiday gifts - November 5, 2009
Mississippians may find themselves with many people on their gift lists and a small budget this year, but a few ideas and some creativity can help them give good gifts.

Healthy holidays start with good breakfasts - November 5, 2009
People use many strategies to prevent weight gain, but starting the day with a good breakfast is an important part of keeping off the holiday pounds.

Family fun can be festive and frugal - November 5, 2009
Celebrating holidays can be expensive, but two Mississippi State University experts said there are ways to create meaningful family traditions without spending excessively.

Illusion Emerald Lace is stunning sweet potato - November 5, 2009
Regardless of where you live, everyone should consider using the ornamental sweet potato in next spring’s plantings.

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