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Major cooperative expansion strengthens future of Virginia poultry and grain farming
Virginia poultry producers and grain farmers stand to reap long-term economic benefits from the Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative’s $113.9 million expansion in Rockingham County
Agriculture Literacy Week builds connections with students
During Virginia’s Agriculture Literacy Week, stories connected children across the commonwealth to the agricultural community and the farmers who grow their food.
Adopt a Cow program gives students an authentic glimpse into Virginia’s dairy farms
Some Virginia dairy calves claim doting fans in classrooms across the commonwealth—inspiring love letters, heartwarming connections and lifelong enrichment.
Farm, rural entrepreneurs can compete for over $100,000 in national competition
The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, will award a total of $145,000 in startup funds for top entrepreneurs who are addressing both traditional challenges farmers face on their operation, and entrepreneurs who are addressing new challenges facing farmers and rural communities.
National Garlic Month celebrates a culinary staple
From savory sauces to roasted meats, garlic is a cornerstone ingredient in kitchens, and Virginia farmers are supplying locally grown bulbs to meet demand.
Arbor Day highlights the ‘evergreen’ value of Virginia’s trees
The rewards for planting a single tree can ripple throughout a community—enhancing ecosystems, economies and quality of life well into the future.
Spring storm events can be fast and furious, damaging homes and farm structures statewide
As a Virginia Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. agent based in King & Queen County, Mike Pumo has been there to help customers recover from wind damage and flood losses from many hurricane seasons.
Cost-share programs compensate Virginia farmers for climate-smart pasture and soil practices
Virginia farmers and landowners have a new opportunity this spring to be compensated for conservation practices that support soil health, pasture productivity and long-term farm resilience.
Have patience during spring planting season
The familiar signs of spring mark the start of planting season—a busy and often hazardous time as farmers travel from field to field to get their crops in the ground.
USDA launches campaign to promote strengthened ‘Product of USA’ label
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture announces national campaign to promote the updated “Product of USA” voluntary labeling standard for meat, poultry and egg products.
