Agriculture
Virginia farmers brief McClellan on weather challenges, rising costs and market pressures
Virginia farmers recently took their message to Congress without leaving their community.
Farm Bureau warns increased beef imports could harm Virginia cattle herd recovery
A federal plan to allow an additional 300,000 metric tons of imported ground beef into the U.S. market is drawing concern from farm leaders.
Safely preserve your summer produce
Learn methods of optimizing harvests—from pickling to dehydrating.
Savor invasive blue catfish in satisfying dishes
Unlock the superior taste, quality and nutritional value of Virginia blue catfish.
Virginia Farm Bureau Statement on Tariff-Free Beef Imports
The following is a statement from Virginia Farm Bureau President Scott Sink regarding the announcement of plans to allow the tariff-free importation of 300,000 metric tons of beef.
New study links egg consumption to reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers recently unveiled new insights into eggs’ extraordinary brain health benefits.
Virginia women in agriculture education lead with purpose
These Virginia women are making a difference in agriculture education.
Virginia Farm Bureau’s county leaders share input on governor’s new Farm & Forest Prosperity Plan
Virginia farmers and foresters had a direct line to state agricultural leadership July 31 during a listening session hosted by Virginia Farm Bureau Federation at its annual County Leadership Conference.
Late frost leaves Virginia peach crop uneven, but local flavor still shines
Spring freezes left many peach orchards with light crops—or none at all. But in parts of Central Virginia, surviving trees are still producing delicious fruit.
Support local agriculture during National Farmers Market Week
National Farmers Market Week, observed Aug. 2-8, is an opportunity to support local agriculture by visiting a farmers market and recognizing the many benefits they provide.
