Dixie National Parade set for Jackson
This year’s theme, “For Love of Country,” aligns with nationwide America250 celebrations
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State Ag Department unveils patriotic inspection stickers for America250
The new decals will be issued by the divisions of Consumer Protection, Petroleum Products Inspection, and Weights and Measures upon a business passing its official inspection.
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Santa’s reindeer cleared for Christmas Eve visit to Mississippi
State Veterinarian Dr. James Watson conducted the full health inspection of all nine reindeer.
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Mississippi Agriculture Commissioner Promotes Local Christmas Trees
Many farms open Thanksgiving Day or the following weekend, with some offering pre-tagging services.
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Gipson addresses ‘Farm Crisis,’ new China trade deal at Mississippi Hobnob
Gipson predicted that Mississippi and the Southeast are poised to become the primary food production center for the U.S. within 20 years.
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Wild Hog Control Program starts Saturday
MDAC provides “smart” traps to landowners and land managers to reduce wild hog damage on private agricultural and forestry lands.
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Gipson: Mississippi must prioritize the preservation of farmland
Beginning this December, we will be touring Mississippi farm country with a laser focus on the Future of Agricultural Resiliency.
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Mississippi State Fair opens Thursday with security, patriotic theme
The Mississippi State Fair runs Oct. 2–13. Tickets and schedules are available at www.msstatefair.com.
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2026 Dixie National Rodeo lineup; tickets on sale during State Fair
The Dixie National Rodeo is a National Finals Rodeo qualifier and draws approximately 900 of the world’s best rodeo contestants.
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DeSoto County opens Agri-Education Center
The Agri-Center will become the center of everything involving agriculture in DeSoto County.
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