February 2025 Wild Hog Control Program application period
MDAC provides “smart” traps to landowners and managers for the control of wild hogs on private agricultural and forestry lands in Mississippi.
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Gipson reaffirms merit-based principles, prohibits discriminatory DEI practices
The Commissioner’s Order issued today reaffirms the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC’s) commitment to merit-based principles.
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Promotional partnership between MDAC and University of Southern Mississippi
Jan 15, 2025-Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced a promotional partnership between the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and
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Gipson encourages Mississippi-grown Christmas tree purchases
Mississippi is currently home to 29 Christmas tree farms statewide.
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Gipson announces details ahead of the 60th Dixie National Rodeo
For the first time ever, the Dixie National Rodeo is adding a high school rodeo event on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025.
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Gipson recognizes October as Mississippi Agritourism Month
The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) administers the Mississippi Agritourism Limited Liability Program.
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Gipson provides updates ahead of the 2024 Mississippi State Fair
The Mississippi State Fair began as an agricultural exposition, and agriculture remains the heartbeat of this massive event over 160 years later.
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Mississippi Agriculture Youth Council Class meets
MAYC students learned about various aspects of Mississippi’s agriculture industry including regulatory services.
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Gipson meets with poultry growers and county officials in Wayne County
Gipson offered a short-term solution for counties currently updating tax valuations and discussed the need for a permanent legislative solution.
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August 2024 Wild Hog Control Program Application Period
Traps will be available for one-month intervals, dependent upon use and success.
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