2007 Headlines

Archived print news features from 2007:

Sprinkle Gold Dust aucuba in landscapes - December 27, 2007
High fertilizer prices affect crop decisions - December 19, 2007
Peanut issues covered in Jan. 22 short course - December 19, 2007
Research targets meat quality before harvest - December 19, 2007
Enjoy a native berry producer each winter - December 19, 2007
Agriculture conference targets financial issues - December 13, 2007
Mississippi’s 2007 crops combine for record year - December 13, 2007
Cotton falls to fifth in overall ag value - December 13, 2007
State timber value drops a second year - December 13, 2007
Soybeans replace cotton in ag value - December 13, 2007
Grain crops see big 2007 value increases - December 13, 2007
Poultry remains first in state’s agriculture - December 13, 2007
Bright Lights turn on ornamental landscapes - December 13, 2007
Genome mapping yields clues about cattle disease - December 6, 2007
MSU hosts Macedonians studying feed processing - December 6, 2007
Outdoor magazine honors MSU professors, alumnus - December 6, 2007
Cardoon dazzles winter landscape - December 6, 2007
Horse unit adds frozen embryo transfer abilities - November 29, 2007
Producers may put fish on insect diet - November 29, 2007
Encore blooms turn thoughts to spring - November 29, 2007
MSU coastal research lab supports seafood industry - November 20, 2007
State’s oyster industry poised for a comeback - November 20, 2007
Hobson Waits inducted into 4-H Hall of Fame - November 20, 2007
Ginkgo paints perfect fall landscape picture - November 20, 2007
MSU students excel in dairy judging contests - November 15, 2007
All clergy invited to marriage summits - November 15, 2007
MSU research helps bass make big economic splash - November 15, 2007
MSU students excel in new scientific field - November 15, 2007
Autumn Blaze maples create fiery fall color - November 15, 2007
MSU open house shows holiday plants, displays - November 8, 2007
Pegasus Award given to Lester Spell - November 8, 2007
Holiday planning helps cope with chronic illness - November 8, 2007
‘Tis the season to strengthen families - November 8, 2007
Take flu precautions during holiday visits - November 8, 2007
Buying toys can be a challenge to gift-givers - November 8, 2007
Blue Fortunes are like gold to butterflies, bees - November 8, 2007
MSU horse sale set for November 17 - November 6, 2007
Delta Crop Summit scheduled at Stoneville - November 5, 2007
2007 Christmas tree crop ready for season - November 1, 2007
Kidd named to head MSU poultry program - November 1, 2007
Retired MSU director enters Hall of Fame - November 1, 2007
Dry summers are lowering Delta groundwater supplies - November 1, 2007
Students bag sweet potatoes for MSU hunger campaign - November 1, 2007
MSU students learn horsemanship skills - November 1, 2007
Catfish studies under way to reduce economic losses - November 1, 2007
Container gardens can thrive in cool seasons - November 1, 2007
Rains halt cotton harvest, yields up - October 26, 2007
Life as MSU mascot suits Bully to a ‘T’ - October 26, 2007
Annual cotton short course scheduled for Dec. 11-12 - October 26, 2007
Food safety specialist joins Extension Service - October 26, 2007
Expand winter selections by planting cabbage, kale - October 26, 2007
Weather reduces pumpkins yields - October 19, 2007
MSU lab studies wood protection - October 18, 2007
Peek-a-Boo plants look back at you - October 18, 2007
Poultry survives each challenge - October 12, 2007
Preserve vehicles by keeping lovebugs off - October 11, 2007
Spring offers best time to apply phosphorus - October 11, 2007
Workshop focuses on outdoor businesses - October 11, 2007
Seminar for farmwomen scheduled in the Delta - October 11, 2007
Professional group recognizes MSU ag communications head - October 11, 2007
McLaurin appointed to national committee - October 11, 2007
Beef cattle production sale set for Nov. 15 - October 11, 2007
Don’t overlook violas in cool-season gardens - October 11, 2007
Consumers await a bumper pecan crop - October 5, 2007
Training available for nursery professionals - October 4, 2007
Seminar targets women working in agriculture - October 4, 2007
Taylor named Auburn distinguished alumnus - October 4, 2007
Dianthus offers great cool-season options - October 4, 2007
State soybeans struggle toward decent ’07 yields - September 28, 2007
CVM pathology lab chases down clues - September 27, 2007
Phil Bushby receives CVM teaching award - September 27, 2007
Angel’s Trumpets begin their fall performances - September 27, 2007
Let’s Go Walkin’ to kick-off annual flower, garden fest - September 24, 2007
Peanuts enjoy good year in Mississippi fields - September 21, 2007
Homeward Bound relocates Mississippi pets - September 20, 2007
Savvy producers can survive hay shortage - September 20, 2007
Use pumpkins, fall flowers to celebrate the new season - September 20, 2007
Timely rains help sweet potato crop - September 14, 2007
MSU researcher makes career of ‘ugly farming’ - September 13, 2007
Landowner workshop studies income options - September 13, 2007
Professional organization honors MSU assistant dean - September 13, 2007
Fall flower, garden fest set for October - September 13, 2007
Yellow flowers bring happiness to gardens - September 13, 2007
Rice harvests are high, but prices remain low - September 7, 2007
Family education specialist joins Extension Service - September 6, 2007
New beef cattle specialist brings extensive expertise - September 6, 2007
Rural safety days help children teach adults - September 6, 2007
Use violet, purple for royal gardens - September 6, 2007
Drought hasn’t stopped state record corn yields - August 31, 2007
Katrina still impacts state’s forest industry - August 30, 2007
Quick Bites offers lunchtime learning - August 30, 2007
Landowner workshop explores income options - August 30, 2007
Two-day training approaches for Master Stockmen - August 30, 2007
Beyond Paradise is a dreamy copper plant - August 30, 2007
Sod demands decrease as water needs increase - August 24, 2007
Camps help Delta youth pursue medical careers - August 23, 2007
Mosquitoes thriving despite dry weather - August 23, 2007
Large roaches find way inside for water - August 23, 2007
Exotic Persian Shield shines in summer heat - August 23, 2007
Summer’s hottest days challenge crops, animals - August 17, 2007
MSU student combines mental physical skills in successful experience - August 16, 2007
Tour takes producers to soybean rust sites - August 16, 2007
Asian rust found in state soybeans - August 16, 2007
Time to protect the Delta soybean crop - August 16, 2007
Seminar designed for Mississippi farmwomen - August 16, 2007
Dancing Flame salvia yield dazzling visions - August 16, 2007
High temperatures, production costs hit dairy farmers hard - August 10, 2007
4-H technology program builds career foundations - August 9, 2007
Annual luncheon set to promote state’s rice - August 9, 2007
Master Gardener workers will flood the Gulf Coast - August 9, 2007
Chocolate Mint coleus offers incredible beauty - August 9, 2007
July rains helped most state beans - August 3, 2007
Potential cat disease increases tick concerns - August 2, 2007
Make wise decisions on home financing - August 2, 2007
Class of 2010 ‘pays forward’ - August 2, 2007
New forage specialist joins Extension Service - August 2, 2007
Memorial golf tourney benefits Catch-A-Dream - August 2, 2007
Herbicide resistance, corn acreage impact 2007 Delta crops - August 2, 2007
Papyrus plants cause stirs at garden shows - August 2, 2007
High cotton is not what growers want - July 27, 2007
MSU course explores people-plant connection - July 26, 2007
Cogongrass marches across Mississippi - July 26, 2007
Demonstrations will show dove field management - July 26, 2007
Fall vegetables are mighty tasty - July 26, 2007
Gulf shrimp industry showing improvement - July 20, 2007
Studying bugs can help students learn - July 19, 2007
Pandemic flu threat increases concerns - July 19, 2007
Treat lice infestations quickly and thoroughly - July 19, 2007
Milk prices soar ahead of August school bells - July 19, 2007
Elephant ears create a tropical paradise - July 19, 2007
Long-awaited rains help pastures, crops - July 13, 2007
Soybean rust found in Mississippi kudzu - July 13, 2007
Summer lawns need constant attention - July 12, 2007
Primary care group offers unique services - July 12, 2007
MSU Extension hires new cotton specialist - July 12, 2007
Waste pesticide collection day set July 31 in Tunica County - July 12, 2007
Lime colors continue to rock in the garden - July 12, 2007
Rice heads toward second strong year - July 6, 2007
MSU developing sensor for lumber mill emissions - July 5, 2007
AKC gave $100,000 grant to MSU veterinary college - July 5, 2007
MSU recognizes employees for service to university, state - July 5, 2007
Volunteers sought for master health program - July 5, 2007
New begonias burn brightly all summer - July 5, 2007
State corn yields cut by drought - June 29, 2007
MSU student team in competition with genetic engineering - June 28, 2007
Premier partnership advances CVM’s imaging capabilities - June 28, 2007
Asian soybean rust not found in state - June 28, 2007
Limón talinum is jewel for garden - June 28, 2007
Catfish production having a good year - June 22, 2007
Mississippi's wadeadble streams ignored too long- June 21, 2007
Extension interactive video links services to Mississippians - June 21, 2007
Impatiens work well in shady garden areas. - June 21, 2007
Watermelons progress despite dry conditions - June15, 2007
Cotton innovations must sustain production - June14, 2007
4-H photo re-enactment uses modern technology - June 14, 2007
MSU agronomists produce cold-tolerant lawn grass - June 14, 2007
Gold Duranta lights up summer landscape - June 14, 2007
South Mississippi blueberries producing a good crop - June 8, 2007
Protect Mississippi from wildfire threats - June 7, 2007
Harmless orange slime mold found in gardens - June 7, 2007
Pecan growers prepare for Shreveport meeting - June 7, 2007
MSU student earns equine scholarship - June 7, 2007
Time to sing praises for award-winning petunias - June 7, 2007
Dairy farmers mark month with good, bad - June 1, 2007
Preserve garden foods for eating year-round - May 31, 2007
4-H’ers raise money for tornado victims - May 31, 2007
Chaos in the garden can be a great idea - May 31, 2007
Soybeans struggling with the dry spring - May 25, 2007
AgrAbility helps a farmer stay on farm - May 24, 2007
Short course targets area bee enthusiasts - May 24, 2007
Orange will grab all garden visitors - May 24, 2007
Timely rains boost cotton’s early growth - May 18, 2007
MSU scientists study wild hog management - May 17, 2007
New perillas offer long performance - May 17, 2007
Dry conditions may slow peanut planting - May 11, 2007
Motherhood comes too early for many Mississippi teens - May 10, 2007
Distance ed program gets national attention - May 10, 2007
Forest landowners honor MSU Extension forester - May 10, 2007
Lantanas are tops for color all summer - May 10, 2007
MSU weather station marks 125 years of service - May 7, 2007
2006 forest product decline may repeat - May 4, 2007
New reality program helps educate teachers - May 3, 2007
Simple organisms, but complicated solutions - May 3, 2007
High fuel costs driving state interest in veggies - May 3, 2007
Wildlife, fisheries camp offers fun for all ages - May 3, 2007
Titan periwinkles earn an ’07 Mississippi Medallion - May 3, 2007
Poultry feed prices face uncertain future - April 27, 2007
Strong savings can aid after a job loss - April 26, 2007
Blue is for boys and gardens, too - April 26, 2007
Fruit crops escaped freeze, nuts may not - April 20, 2007
State’s hog industry to revamp operations - April 19, 2007
MSU team explores railroad recovery - April 19, 2007
Iris family couples beauty, versatility - April 19, 2007
Wheat shows damage from Easter freeze - April 13, 2007
Workshop addresses natural resource enterprises - April 12, 2007
Sale promotes a champion spirit - April 12, 2007
Grancy Graybeards star in landscapes nationwide - April 12, 2007
Cotton growers prepare for challenges in 2007 - April 5, 2007
Bee colony collapse disorder is ag threat - April 5, 2007
MSU plant sale begins April 13 - April 5, 2007
Producers say new products, market development are vital - April 5, 2007
Serena angelonias earn Mississippi Medallion - April 5, 2007
Corn prices send acreage soaring - March 30, 2007
Spring garden expo coming to Verona - March 29, 2007
MSU will host equine therapy certification - March 29, 2007
Walthall hosts statewide dairy field day May 24 - March 29, 2007
AIDS takes a toll on African-Americans - March 29, 2007
MSU’s jersey herd ranks top nationally - March 29, 2007
New red verbenas arrive this spring - March 29, 2007
Winter wheat enters pivotal growth period - March 23, 2007
Mississippi 4-H horse team wins national contest - March 22, 2007
Prep lawn equipment before use in the spring - March 22, 2007
Design monochromatic color schemes like a pro - March 22, 2007
Mississippi’s rice takes another hit - March 15, 2007
Prepare areas now for summer gardens - March 15, 2007
Pecan growers prepare for orchard workshop - March 15, 2007
Agriculture commissioner to address MSU group - March 15, 2007
Search for these top plants in ’07 - March 15, 2007
Delta Futures introduces students to health careers - March 8, 2007
Grow easy herbs to spice up recipes - March 8, 2008
Use Live Wire grass for mixed containers - March 8, 2007
Research reveals best weed control in rice - March 1, 2007
Williams scholarship honors service to state’s agriculture - March 1, 2007
Veterinary college welcomes all ages - March 1, 2007
Break the horizontal planes in ’07 gardens - March 1, 2007
New equine specialist hits ground running - February 28, 2007
Corn farmers expect big year for the crop - February 22, 2007
Hay shortage impacts producers’ decisions - February 22, 2007
Water conference set for April 24-25 - February 22, 2007
Haight Ashbury hibiscus offers dazzling foliage - February 22, 2007
Safety, health summit focuses on Delta issues - February 15, 2007
Early-season nitrogen increases growth, yield - February 15, 2007
Survey reveals nature of Mississippi hunters - February 15, 2007
Two new shade plants will arrive this spring - February 15, 2007
Livestock champions achieve Sale records - February 9, 2007
Disease lab helps keep plants healthy - February 8, 2007
Institute helps solve human-wildlife conflicts - February 8, 2007
Chocolate may be good for heart in two ways- February 8, 2007
Tomato short course aims to help growers - February 8, 2007
Learn how to manage a natural resource business - February 8, 2007
Primulas offer months of cool-season color - February 8, 2007
Peanut crop is gaining ground in Mississippi - February 2, 2007
Contamination affects rice planting decisions in 2007 - February 1, 2007
Research tunes in on termites - February 1, 2007
Workshops address profits on small farms - February 1, 2007 .
Tequila sweet bell pepper captures Medallion award - February 1, 2007
Homegrown flowers save money, cost time - January 25, 2007
Children at weddings can bring excitement - January 25, 2007
Plan before wedding to blend new families - January 25, 2007
Destination weddings solve location dilemmas - January 25, 2007
Plan garden now to grow summer wedding flowers - January 25, 2007
Choose ornamental sweet potatoes for perfect landscapes - January 25, 2007
Short course will help gardeners grow, enjoy roses - January 23, 2007
Mississippians prepare to begin life changes - January 18, 2007
Plum Island study opens career doors - January 18, 2007
Preparation can limit icy weather dangers - January 18, 2007
New Profusion zinnias will arrive this spring - January 18, 2007
Nature training attracts group leaders, teachers - January 11, 2007
Conference preps 4-H volunteers for service - January 11, 2007
Cleveland prepares to salute agriculture - January 11, 2006
Exciting new plants are coming in 2007 - January 11, 2007
MSU rose garden finds new home - January 4, 2007
MSU research professor named crop science fellow - January 4, 2007
Rainbow Knock Out is coming this spring - January 4, 2007

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