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Pittsylvania County educator named 2024 Distinguished Farm Bureau Woman

After two decades in the classroom, Jessica M. Jones understands that the power of agricultural education can sustain the industry for generations to come.



Farm Bureau women remember Lunenburg County farmer’s contributions to Virginia agriculture

The late Kathy Coffee was fondly remembered for her contributions to Virginia Farm Bureau Federation and the state’s agriculture industry during the recent VFBF Women’s Leadership Conference in Roanoke.



Veteran and military farmers invest in Virginia agriculture

Former U.S. Navy SEAL officer and combat leader Sean Glass moved to Warren County and tasted his first locally sourced beef from a neighboring farm. The meat was quickly consumed by his family of seven, and they purchased more. It was just as good.



2022 Census of Agriculture finds agricultural sales outpace loss of Virgina farms

The sales of Virginia agricultural products remain robust despite a general drop in farm numbers, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 2022 Census of Agriculture.



Quality, safety guaranteed with Virginia Beef Quality Assurance certification

As demand for beef grows, cattle farmers want consumers to share in their expectation of quality, with confidence in product safety, humane practices and sustainability.



Have a ball at horse shows, rodeos and other lively events

Mark your May calendars for an action-packed month of tabletop gaming, horse shows and rodeos.



Virginia’s blossoming floriculture industry offers bountiful options for Mother’s Day

Cultivating beauty is a blossoming business in Virginia—offering plenty of options for Mother’s Day gift giving. 



Spring shaping up to be a sweet strawberry season

Sweet, local strawberries are a hallmark of the spring season. And thanks to a mild winter, many Virginia farmers are stocking up their farmstands.



Charlottesville-Monticello named international wine region of the year

Five Central Virginia counties have earned their place among the world’s most iconic wine regions.



Resources, tools for farmers highlighted during Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month, observed during May, marks an important opportunity to spotlight the unique struggles many farmers face, and the resources available to help them.



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