Agriculture
Keep a lookout for spotted lanternfly egg masses
If you’re looking for an outdoor activity this winter, consider going on a hunt for spotted lanternfly egg masses.
Nominate your favorite agricultural icon to appear on the State Fair ‘Ag Superheroes’ trading cards
A new roster of Virginia’s agricultural icons will be immortalized on collectible trading cards at this year’s State Fair of Virginia.
U.S. farmers briefed on obstacles and opportunities in livestock markets
Demand and prices for beef and most poultry products are strong, but many challenges are creating uncertainty for both livestock producers and consumers.
Virginia Beach teacher named Virginia AITC Teacher of the Year
Christy Flanagan, a kindergarten teacher at Salem Elementary School in Virginia Beach, has been named the Virginia Agriculture in the Classroom 2025 Teacher of the Year.
Virginia farmers share policy priorities with lawmakers
Over 100 farm leaders shared their perspectives on seven key agriculture issues in one busy morning at Virginia’s General Assembly on Feb. 3.
Farmers are the ‘first line of safety’ in the workplace
When it comes to running a business in one of the most dangerous industries, preparation can save a life.
Hybrid fire ants concerning landowners, agricultural communities
Farmers and landowners are contending with a new pest—the invasive hybrid fire ant that’s marching into fields and pastures in Southwest Virginia.
Augusta County farmer wins national Young Farmers award
Morgan Slaven of Augusta County captured second place in the 2025 American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers & Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award competition.
Backyard chicken enthusiasts, hunters can help prevent avian flu
While HPAI virus strains are extremely infectious and often fatal to domestic poultry, backyard chicken hobbyists and wildfowl hunters can help prevent virus transmission.
Century Forests: Celebrating Virginia’s forestry heritage
Tucked among Virginia’s 16 million acres of forestland are families’ rich stories of stewardship and dedication to the land.
