Agriculture
Kickstart your summer at concerts, shows and rodeos
June is jam-packed with sunshine season thrills, including concerts, dog shows and first-class rodeos.
Wheat tour reveals promising crop progress
Grain buyers, mill representatives and Virginia Cooperative Extension staff got a firsthand look at Virginia’s wheat quality and yield potential during an annual spring tour on May 30.
Get your creative juices flowing in preparation for State Fair competitions
What do cut flowers, duct tape, grilled cheese and Plymouth Rock have in common?
Come July 1, agriculture-focused laws may affect some consumers
Virginia Farm Bureau Federation’s grassroots advocates are celebrating the advancement of agricultural legislation to support the commonwealth’s farmers in generating high-quality food and fiber.
AFBF accepting nominations for 2025 Farm Bureau Dog of the Year contest
If you have a furry friend helping on the farm, now is your chance to boast to a national audience about your farm dog’s contributions.
Farmers markets welcome spring shoppers
The weather is warm, farmers markets are open, and customers are flocking to find fresh, seasonal produce, meats, artisan goods and a sense of community.
The Meadow Event Park study finds significant economic impact
The Caroline County property hosted over 536,000 visitors at 182 diverse events last year, firmly establishing itself among the Richmond region’s most popular event venues.
Virginia farmers contribute to agriculture emissions falling to lowest level in a decade
American agriculture reduced greenhouse gas emissions by almost 2% from 2021 to 2022—the largest decrease of any economic sector.
Late spring planting leads to Virginia’s fall corn mazes
As summer approaches, some Virginia farmers will be sowing the seeds of this year’s corn maze craze—offering families plenty to look forward to this fall.
National competition doubles top prize for innovative rural entrepreneurs
Innovation drives progress and pushes the boundaries for what’s possible in agriculture and farming.









