Agriculture
Sinking prices cut into commonwealth’s cotton acreage
When Virginia cotton growers faced grim market forecasts and heavy rainfall this planting season, many hedged their bets on more promising crops.
National Farm Dog of the Year deadline is quickly approaching
Time is running out to showcase your outstanding canine’s farm contributions.
Survey finds cost of a 4th of July cookout reflects high food prices
Families preparing for a Fourth of July cookout will continue to find high prices at the grocery store.
$1 billion available for U.S. livestock producers affected by drought
Virginia cattle farmers affected by prolonged drought in 2023 and 2024 may be eligible to receive financial support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Virginia-grown berries signify sweet start to summer
How agreeable of Mother Nature to provide the conditions Virginia farmers needed to grow a signature summer crop.
Celebrate the commonwealth’s bounty during Virginia Agriculture Week
This year’s observance of Virginia Agriculture Week June 22-28 is a time to honor the people who provide our food and fiber.
Virginians urged to slow spread of ever-expanding imported fire ants
A long-established invasive pest is marching across Virginia.
Wheat tour reveals a positive yield for the year
In rainy weather and in sunshine, participants of this year’s annual wheat tour surveyed and measured the predicted yield on Virginia cropland.
Sun exposure poses melanoma risk for farmers of all ages
Estimates suggest there will be 104,960 new cases of melanoma of the skin and an estimated 8,430 people who will die of this disease in 2025.
Aspiring backyard chicken owners should study up before starting a flock
While you don’t need a lot of experience or land to successfully raise a backyard chicken flock, you do need one key ingredient.
