Chickasaw County Extension Office

03/15/2026

03/13/2026

Beef cattle producer’s don’t forget to call in for the cattle meeting on Thursday, March 19.
Call in deadline is Tuesday!!!

02/14/2026

Hate "stickers" in your yard? Treat NOW to prevent the OW! You've still got time but the window is closing...

If you missed the preemergence timeframe in the fall, it’s time to turn to postemergence herbicides. Postemergence herbicides such as 2,4-D, simazine, dicamba, metsulfuron, mecoprop, fluroxypyr, or auxin containing formulations will get the job done. These should be applied in January, February, or March.

These herbicides can be found in products at your local garden store. Ask for help finding the right herbicide, and you’ll be right on track for a “sticker”-free lawn. Always read and follow label instructions when using these herbicides.

Full blog post + find more resources here: https://extension.msstate.edu/blogs/extension-for-real-life/tips-for-treating-lawn-burweed

02/02/2026

We have Extension agent job openings in the following counties:

Chickasaw
Scott
DeSoto
Neshoba
Adams

If you have a passion for making a positive difference in your community, consider applying! Learn more: https://ow.ly/Ioaj50Y7SXU

01/08/2026

Oatmeal is a great meal option; try having a bowl several times a week. HappyHealthy has a lot of great-tasting oatmeal recipes, including Overnight Oats. Add your favorite in-season fruit!

http://happyhealthy.extension.msstate.edu/recipes/overnight-oats-blueberries

11/21/2025

Try this easy to make Slow Cooker Gumbo that's perfect for lunch or dinner.
http://happyhealthy.extension.msstate.edu/recipes/slow-cooker-gumbo

10/23/2025

For an easy-to-make family favorite, this Fiesta Cheesy Chicken recipe will bring smiles all around your table.
http://happyhealthy.extension.msstate.edu/recipes/fiesta-cheesy-chicken

10/17/2025

Walking is a great way to be active. Check out this Getting Started with Walking video for tips for being active today.
http://happyhealthy.extension.msstate.edu/being-active/getting-started-walking

10/15/2025

Walk Mississippi and Live Healthy … One Step at a Time is a 6-week, individual or team-based health and wellness challenge that encourages children, youth, and adults to increase physical activity and adopt healthier nutrition habits.

This no-cost program officially begins Oct. 11 and wraps up on Nov. 21.

The objective is for everyone who signs up to virtually walk 180 miles (the equivalent of the width of Mississippi), learn strategies and tips from MSU Extension’s Walk-a-Weigh wellness program, and improve dietary and lifestyle behaviors.

During each week of the program, participants will receive weekly emails from MSU Extension nutrition specialist Qula Madkin providing educational materials and video demonstrations on a range of health and wellness topics. Some topics will include building physical activity into each day, preparing healthy meals and reducing sugar and fat intake.

The Walk Mississippi web page includes an activity calculator that will automatically convert different types of exercise into miles for those who prefer fitness activities aside from walking. Participants will receive a survey link by email to record their activity for each day.

SIGN UP: https://ow.ly/abqa50WWaiT

10/10/2025

Try this Black Beans and Rice Bowl recipe for lunch or dinner.
http://happyhealthy.extension.msstate.edu/recipes/black-beans-and-rice-bowl

09/12/2025

Check out this easy, healthy and flavorful Fall Vegetable Stir Fry recipe to bring more vegetables to your table.
https://happyhealthy.extension.msstate.edu/recipes/fall-vegetable-stir-fry

09/04/2025

This Apple Crisp recipe is sure to be a family favorite! Try it today.
https://happyhealthy.extension.msstate.edu/recipes/apple-crisp