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Senator Hyde-Smith knows dependence on foreign oil poses economic and national security risks for the United States.  The Senator supports responsible exploration and production of Mississippi’s and the nation’s energy resources, including the development of new technologies to support the production of biofuels and other energy sources.

As a fourth-generation farmer, Senator Hyde-Smith understands the importance of conservation and good stewardship of our natural resources.  She supports balanced and responsible resource management policies to ensure Mississippi’s forests, wetlands, and coastal region remain assets for future generations to enjoy.


Mississippi receives $207,000 for CWD surveillance

WJTV-TV Jackson

Mississippi receives $207,000 for CWD surveillance

By Sethanie Smith

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) funding has been approved for chronic wasting disease (CWD) surveillance in Mississippi.

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) announced the state...

HYDE-SMITH LEADS CHALLENGE TO EPA RODENTICIDE RESTRICTIONS

HYDE-SMITH LEADS CHALLENGE TO EPA RODENTICIDE RESTRICTIONS

In Letter, 17 Senators Warn EPA Limitations Could Endanger Food Supply, Public Health, Property

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today led her colleagues in challenging Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) efforts to restrict the use of rodenticides, claiming the proposed mitigation measures could endanger the nation’s food supply, public health, and property.

Hyde-Smith authored a letter signed by 16...

HYDE-SMITH ENCOURAGES DROUGHT-STRICKEN LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS TO ACCESS USDA DISASTER PROGRAMS

HYDE-SMITH ENCOURAGES DROUGHT-STRICKEN LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS TO ACCESS USDA DISASTER PROGRAMS

Senator Highlights Assistance Available to Help Mitigate Losses Caused by Prolonged Miss. Drought

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VIDEO:  Senator Hyde-Smith Encourages Livestock Producers to Access USDA Drought Programs.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today encouraged livestock producers in Mississippi to consider U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) disaster assistance programs to help them recover...

HYDE-SMITH ANNOUNCES OVER $207K FOR CWD TESTING PROJECT IN MISS.

HYDE-SMITH ANNOUNCES OVER $207K FOR CWD TESTING PROJECT IN MISS.

MDWFP Will Use USDA Grant as Part of National Effort to Combat Chronic Wasting Disease in Deer

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today announced that $207,541 in U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) funding has been approved for chronic wasting disease (CWD) surveillance in Mississippi.

Hyde-Smith said the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) will use the FY2023 USDA Animal...

New history being written at Mississippi’s space center

Magnolia State Live

New history being written at Mississippi’s space center

By Magnolia State Live

Relativity Space, the preeminent 3D printed rocket company, has signed an enhanced use lease agreement (EULA) on the vertical test stand at the A-2 complex within NASA’s historic Stennis Space...

Lawmakers demand ag trade dispute task force

Agri-Pulse

Lawmakers demand ag trade dispute task force

By Bill Tomson

Legislation is being introduced in the House and Senate to create a task force composed of officials with USDA and the U.S. Trade Representative's Office to identify agricultural trade barriers such as India’s farm subsidies...