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Distracted Driving Awareness Month: Stay focused, stay safe

Countless distractions can divert motorists’ attention away from driving, and all it takes is a split second before calamity follows.



Virginia farmers share recommendations on national agricultural policies

The commonwealth’s largest private industry is well represented on the national level by Virginia Farm Bureau Federation agricultural leaders.



Shared-use kitchens break barriers for food entrepreneurs

Shared kitchen spaces are sustaining the future of food entrepreneurship and transforming communities, according to a recently published report by the Virginia Foundation for Agriculture, Innovation and Rural Sustainability.



Domestic policy, market issues among topics at upcoming agricultural trade conference

Policymakers, agribusiness professionals and academic leaders will soon share their insights regarding the Virginia agriculture and forestry industry’s role in the international trade landscape.



Peanut growers celebrate iconic legumes by giving back during National Peanut Month

Each March, National Peanut Month highlights the lasting impact peanuts have on communities and the economy.

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Peanuts


Throwing Shade VA program offers discounts for planting native species

Virginians are once again being encouraged to throw some shade—in their landscapes, that is.

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Forestry


Don’t miss captivating canine and cowboy contests

March at The Meadow Event Park is brimming with dog and rodeo marvels.



Safety initiative launched to prevent accidents involving farm equipment this spring

Spring is when drivers will be sharing the road with farmers moving oversize equipment. And when normal traffic meets up with larger, slower vehicles, there’s an increased risk of accidents.



Farm Bureau’s new president has ‘full circle’ moment with Virginia Cooperative Council

Though Scott Sink comes from generations of farmers on both sides of his family, he wasn’t planning on pursuing an agricultural career.



Young farmers learn how to prevent tragedy on the farm during virtual workshop

When it comes to an accident occurring on the farm, it’s not a matter of “if” but “when.”



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