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A plate of PBJ Nachos

What are we going to eat? That’s a question I get almost every day – whether it’s breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a snack. If you are looking for a few new options, check out some of the recipes we’ve featured on The Food Factor.


Orange, purple, and yellow mums.

September Landscape Checklist

August 29, 2023

September is one of my favorite months. The scorching hot temps will soon turn into nice cool weather, and the leaves will start to change colors.

A kale plant grows in a garden.

Keep Your Vegetable Garden Growing This Fall

August 25, 2023

Fall is around the corner, but you don’t have to give up fresh produce from your garden.

Fridge with food in it.

How to Keep Food Safe If You Lose Power

August 23, 2023

Mississippians know how unpredictable the weather can be. One day it’s sunny, and the next there is severe weather in the forecast.

marigolds planted with other ornamentals.

Companion Planting: Myth or Truth?

August 18, 2023

You’ve likely heard of companion planting, but do the principles work?

Sometimes yes, sometimes no; and other times maybe.

A woman holds a muffin tin full of Peanut Butter Muffins.

The Food Factor: Peanut Butter Muffins

August 15, 2023

These Peanut Butter Muffins are a great grab-and-go option to have on hand for busy mornings.

Boy with blue backpack.

Tips for Back to School Success

August 14, 2023

Now that school is back in session for many of us, everyone is getting back into the swing of things.

A woman in a kitchen with food products on the counter

Adolescents and Energy Drinks: Know the Dangers

August 8, 2023

Energy drinks are popular among many age groups, including adolescents. However, energy drinks can be especially unsafe for adolescents. Get the facts about energy drink consumption among adolescents.

Carolina Chickadee.

Bird of the Month: Carolina Chickadee

August 4, 2023

If you hear a bird call that sounds like a fast, high pitched “chick-a-dee-dee-dee,” you can confidently say it’s coming from a Carolina chickadee– they get their name from this distinctive call.

A woman holds a bowl of berries and banana cream.

The Food Factor: Berries with Banana Cream

August 1, 2023

This is the perfect summertime recipe to help you get your fruit servings for the day. Banana cream tops sweet berries for a guilt-free dessert.

Blue hydrangea bush.

August Landscape Checklist

July 31, 2023

August is typically a busy month for many people! The kids are back in school, and people are returning to their fall routines after summer.

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