12 Picturesque Farms That Prove Just How Charming Rural Mississippi Really Is

Agriculture plays a huge role in the Magnolia State. So, it should come as no surprise that the state is filled with farms. However, these farms are more than just functional – some are downright delightful. Not convinced? Here are 12 picturesque farms that prove just how charming rural Mississippi really is.

1. This charming barn is located in the peacefully quiet, slow paced community of Cotton Plant.

2. Dubbed "Barn Heaven" by the photographer, the Hills Region is filled with delightful barns – and this is just one of them.

3. Also located in the Hills Region, this beautiful red barn can be found in Pontotoc County, just south of Hurricane.

4. Though this barn, which was known as the "Big Red Barn," has collapsed, no list of Mississippi farms would be complete without it.

5. Taken in Madison County, this picture perfect rural scene looks too good to be true.

6. Despite being a bit older, this Neshoba County barn hasn’t lost any of its charm.

7. Located in the small town of Sledge, this is a mule barn, which was extremely popular before tractors.

8. A small community in south Mississippi, Agricola includes just a few businesses and some delightful farms, like this one.

9. As one of the main crops in Mississippi, cotton farms are extremely common in the Delta.

10. This lovely old barn is hidden between Clarksdale and the tiny town of Lula.

11. The only thing that says "rural Mississippi" more than a charming red barn is a field full of cows.

12. Despite its rundown state, this old barn hasn’t lost its appeal.

Rural Mississippi is absolutely charming! Have your own photos to share? Send them to: [email protected].

If you enjoyed this, be sure to check out “13 Weird Side Effects Everyone Experiences From Growing Up In Mississippi.“

Daniella DiRienzo

Even though she was born in New York, Daniella has lived in the south pretty much her entire life. The self-proclaimed southerner graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2011. Since graduation, she has worked as a freelance writer for several websites and opened a clothing consignment shop in her town of Picayune, MS.

12 Picturesque Farms That Prove Just How Charming Rural Mississippi Really Is

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