Photo of Brookhaven, a rural town

Senator Hyde-Smith believes the Unites States is strong when agriculture and rural America are strong.  The Senator understands the unique challenges faced by rural Mississippi to provide residents with basic services, infrastructure, education, and health care.  She supports policies that will allow rural communities to expand economically.  The federal government should not be a roadblock to the growth and wellbeing of rural America.


TRIBUTE TO TOM GRESHAM

TRIBUTE TO TOM GRESHAM

Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 93
(Senate - May 27, 2021) PDF

 Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, on May 31, 2020, Mr. Tom 
Gresham of Indianola, MS, concluded his term as the 84th president of 
Delta Council. I am pleased to commend him for his service and 
contributions...

In Memory: Joseph Aguzzi, Sr.

USA Rice

In Memory: Joseph Aguzzi, Sr.

Jul 30, 2025

USA Rice extends condolences to the family and friends of Joe Aguzzi, who passed away on July 23, at the age of 99.

The Aguzzis have farmed the same land in Bolivar County for more than 100 years, but their family farming legacy began with Joe...

Senate Ag holds hearing on US Grain Standards Act

The Hagstrom Report

Senate Ag holds hearing on US Grain Standards Act

The Hagstrom Report
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 | Volume 15 Number 165

The Senate Agriculture Committee today held a hearing on reauthorization of the U.S. Grain Standards Act.

Some parts of the act are permanent, while others...

Senate Panel OKs 2026 DOT Funding Bill With $927M for FMCSA

Transport Topics

Senate Panel OKs 2026 DOT Funding Bill With $927M for FMCSA

Bipartisan Measure Promotes Safety, Supply Chain Connectivity

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter

A Senate panel on July 24 easily approved legislation that would fund the U.S. Department of Transportation in fiscal 2026.

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Delta Waterfowl Applauds Introduction of HEN Act in Congress

The Outdoor Wire

Delta Waterfowl Applauds Introduction of HEN Act in Congress

Proposed law would authorize funding for duck production and habitat conservation efforts to increase waterfowl populations

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

A bill that would authorize funding for Hen House nest structures and...

DHA set to receive $3M

Indianola Enterprise-Tocsin

DHA set to receive $3M

By FOR THE E-T

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) last week helped provide unanimous committee approval of funding legislation that would direct funding and support for agricultural and rural development needs in Mississippi.

“I’m grateful...

Meet the next generation of ag pilots

Farm Progress

Meet the next generation of ag pilots

Delta State University prioritizes cutting edge tech to tech ag aviation.

Video
 
By Raney Rapp, Senior Staff Writer, Delta Farm Press

At a Glance

  • Program produces 10 graduates yearly, addressing shortage among only 3,400 U.S. aerial...