• Growing Smarter: How Education and Innovation Shape Mississippi Horticulture

  • Feb 6 2025
  • Length: 39 mins
  • Podcast

Growing Smarter: How Education and Innovation Shape Mississippi Horticulture

  • Summary

  • On this episode of Freshly Picked, we explore how horticulture serves as both a science and an art to enrich Mississippi agriculture. Host ClaudeNashwelcomes two distinguished guests who are leading the way in education and innovation: Dr. Jeff Wilson, assistant horticulture professor and State Master Gardener Coordinator at Mississippi University, and Bill Rivers, owner of Rivers Nursery in Brandon, MS, a family-owned business thriving since 1979.


    Dr. Wilson shares how Master Gardener programs inspire communities, while Bill Rivers highlights the vital role nurseries play in shaping local horticulture. From nurturing personal connections to introducing groundbreaking advancements, they delve into the many ways horticulture builds stronger communities and supports farmers across the state.


    Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or curious about the future of Mississippi agriculture, this episode offers fresh insights, practical tips, and plenty of inspiration to help you grow along with us. Tune in to celebrate the power of plants and the people who cultivate them!


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