Agriculture
Virginia’s farm community to advocate for policy priorities at annual Legislative Day on Feb. 9
Over 100 Virginia agriculture leaders are uniting in Richmond for the Super Bowl of grassroots advocacy known as Legislative Day.
Uncover fruitful farm-to-table partnerships
Follow unique ruby red nectarines from orchard to restaurant.
Movement working to counteract MAHA misinformation
Make America Healthy Again is framing modern agriculture as contributing to Americans’ health issues, but a movement called Growing a Healthier America is working to counter that narrative.
Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent, but preventable
From hairdryers to all-terrain vehicles, noise-induced hearing loss can spring from unexpected places.
Virginia growers cultivate top-quality tobacco desired by international buyers
and for Virginia-grown tobacco may have dipped over the decades, but grower efficiencies and commitment to quality keep the state’s surviving operations profitable.
Va. dairy farmer joins signing of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
Shenandoah dairy farmer Thomas French represented Virginia dairy farmers at President Donald Trump’s signing of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025.
Fresh produce fuels New Year’s Resolutions
For many consumers, ringing in the New Year includes a commitment to healthy eating.
Poultry sector’s expanding influence reflected in 2025’s consumer trends
Ever-increasing consumer demand for a variety of protein-packed poultry products is a convenient problem for U.S. producers and companies.
Augusta County Young Farmers recognized for outstanding achievements at national convention
Virginia’s next generation of agricultural leaders garnered national praise.
AFBF pays tribute to Wayne Pryor
Former VFBF President Wayne Pryor received the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 2026 Farm Bureau Founders Award.
