Local farmers face uncertain harvest
In early June Oxford, MS was hit with over 16 inches of rain, resulting in flooding for farmers in Lafayette county. Nearly 30 percent higher than the yearly average for rainfall in
Farm to fork: The faces behind Oxford’s culinary crossroads
In this corner of Mississippi, the hands of Parisian-influenced chefs dig into the harvest of “it’s-in-my-blood” farmers. This culinary crossroads is a product of the people who plant, produce and prepare the
Classic market represents Mississippi’s modern food culture
On a county road north of town, Chicory Market finds its home in a shed-like gray building with the market’s name painted on the front in huge block letters. The shelves of
Honors College dean shares love of beekeeping with student club
“No one is an island unto themselves.” The Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College functions on this idea, so it makes sense that its dean does, too. In the last few years, he’s
Social media bridges gap between farmers, consumers
Social media has become an increasingly important entity for businesses hoping to bridge the rural and urban gap between farmers and consumers. Social media’s power in agriculture lies in its ability to
Opinion: Trump’s ‘trade war’ a blow for farmers, market economy
Referred to as “the biggest trade war in economic history,” the trade war between China and the United States is shaping up to be as real as the critics are fearing. President
Q&A with Daniel Zimmanck of Yokna Bottoms Farms
The Daily Mississippian: What’s your position at the farm? Daniel Zimmanck: Field manager of Yokna Bottoms Farm. DM: What are you growing right now? Zimmanck: Sweet potatoes, squash, purple hull peas, green
Delta landscapes inspire local artist Carol Roark’s artwork
Nature has inspired some of the world’s most beloved artists of all stylistic backgrounds, from Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” to Winslow’s “Sunlight on the Coast.” Some of the best-known paintings – even
Four farmers market-friendly recipes to cook this summer
With all of the fresh ingredients found at farmers markets and food stands during the summer, the monthslong break from school can be the perfect time to cook in the kitchen. Cooking
Video: The faces behind ‘Farm to Fork’ in Oxford
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