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Consumers seek locally raised beef as farmers and processors try to keep pace with demand

The good news is: There’s enough capacity statewide to process the 14,000 head of beef cattle finished in Virginia annually. 



Fix private farm roads in Apple and Google maps

A savvy GPS to map the way is an invaluable tool for modern motorists, but it can be a nuisance for landowners when drivers make a wrong turn down a private road.



Start the new year with the Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival

There’s a lot to do—and even more to look forward to—in 2024. With spring projects and new outdoor adventures on the horizon, visitors to The Meadow Event Park can find all the makings for a memorable year.



AITC announces new scholarship opportunity for students

The Virginia Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom is pleased to introduce the Doug Stoughton Memorial Scholarship opportunity for graduating high school seniors and current college students pursuing a future in agriculture or education.



Famed cattlewoman and author Dr. Temple Grandin met with women agriculturalists at Virginia farm skills event

Farm women from 26 counties converged in Central Virginia to hear from renowned cattlewoman, author and professor Dr. Temple Grandin.

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Livestock


Farmers and lawmakers connect at series of regional legislative meetings

While farmers are busy tending to their land and livestock, state lawmakers soon will be busy debating and voting on policies that impact those agricultural activities. As more than 50 freshmen legislators adjust to their leadership roles—many in newly mapped districts—farmers wonder how they can all get on the same page.



Farm equipment manufacturers offer self-repair tools

Amid a national shortage of service technicians, agricultural equipment manufacturers are advancing user-friendly tools for navigating self-repairs and emerging technologies.



Make a fire prevention list, and check it twice

While everyone is busy cooking, decorating and shopping this holiday season, it’s important not to let fire safety sit on the back burner. 

TAGS:
Safety


Tradition of breeding and showing pigeons maintained in Virginia since WWII era

The gray-toned common pigeons seen scavenging crumbs on city streets have some fancy cousins in the country. 



Loudoun County Farm Bureau wins national award

Loudoun County Farm Bureau has received national recognition for its innovative efforts to connect policymakers with young farmers.



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