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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.
Va. farmers prepare to help shape national agricultural policy
VFBF members will join thousands of other Farm Bureau producers from across the country as they discuss and adopt national agriculture-related policies.
Spanberger names agriculture, forestry leaders ahead of inauguration
Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger has finalized her agriculture and forestry leadership team, naming five senior officials.
Students follow farmers’ footsteps with AITC Book of the Year
This spring, children across the commonwealth can walk in a farmer’s footsteps with Virginia Agriculture in the Classroom’s 2026 Book of the Year.
Keep the holidays festive, fun and safe
With holiday gatherings and festivities in full swing, experts are urging caution to keep celebrations safe for everyone.
Grant will expand milk dispenser program in Virginia schools
The Virginia State Dairymen’s Association has received a $115,000 grant to expand the use of bulk milk dispensers in school cafeterias across the commonwealth.
Virginia ice cream maker receives international praise for iconic cow-to-cone flavors
A Fauquier-based ice cream company’s slow-churned, homegrown flavors recently claimed the international spotlight.
Food assistance program facilitates access to Virginia Grown products at food banks statewide
The VAFAP provides grants to charitable food assistance organizations to purchase Virginia Grown agricultural products, distributed to food-insecure Virginia residents statewide.
