Agriculture
Urban transplants find wedded bliss marrying into Virginia farm families
Trading city comforts for life on the farm takes some adjustment, yet these farm spouses said the sacrifices were worth it.
Learn how farmers use downtime in winter to prepare for spring, on Real Virginia
Farmers start planning for the upcoming growing season as soon as harvests end in fall, and soil science comes into play as growers plant winter cover crops to prime their land for spring.
Discover how farmers can keep land in production, on Real Virginia
Loudoun County landowners are helping preserve the area’s farming heritage, and Virginia Christmas tree farms are promoting customer safety as families hand-pick the centerpieces for their holiday celebrations.
Spruce your home up for the holidays with Virginia-grown Christmas trees and poinsettias
The holiday season has arrived in the nick of time for those needing a festive distraction, and it’s the perfect opportunity to deck the halls with Christmas color courtesy of Virginia farmers.
Make a dramatic statement with Virginia cheese gifts
Funky, nutty, rich or smooth—the personalities of Virginia-made cheeses are unique gifts to share with the individuals in your life this holiday season.
Virginia-made cheeses take on the characteristics of local land
Cheesemakers embrace seasonal changes on farmland that produces an assortment of unique flavors.
Heritage turkeys offer a colorful, flavorful twist to Thanksgiving celebrations
Heritage turkey breeds like Black Spanish, Chocolate, Lavender and Midget White are a hot commodity among some consumers during the holiday season.
‘Dancing plants’ research could help farmers better assess plant health
Farmers of the future may have another crop health monitoring tool at their disposal—listening to how plants move.
Winter squash provides fresh produce throughout colder months
Winter squash season is in full swing. These seasonal gourds reach their peak in the fall, and several varieties of winter squash are available at local farm stands and farmers markets through December.
Bison farmers tap into a niche market, preserve American tradition
Beef cattle may reign supreme for steaks and burgers, but some Virginia farmers have carved out a niche market with bison.
