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DIY succulent arrangements thrive indoors without much fuss
Low-maintenance succulents create hardy indoor arrangements with little effort.
Innovative agriculture endures as a hallmark of Mount Vernon
George Washington’s estate remains home to farms and gardens that once revolutionized conservation practices and land management in America.
Farmers urge drivers to practice patience during planting season
Virginia Farm Bureau Federation encourages motorists to slow down, make room and pass safely.
Minimize risk when making homemade eggnog
National Eggnog Day is Dec. 24, which means there’s still time for fans of the holiday beverage to decide if they prefer homemade or store-bought versions.
On Real Virginia: Visit a Virginia farm to see how it looked during an 1859 Christmas
Visit a time when Christmas looked a lot like Thanksgiving, and the wheat crop of the Shenandoah Valley fueled the South during wartime.
Virginia chestnut group rekindling holiday tradition
The American chestnut tree of the past is long gone, but thanks to a group of Virginia farmers, centuries-old chestnut traditions are being re-introduced.
Outdoor cooking puts a flavorful twist on holiday meals
Many people are firing up their grills and other outdoor cooking equipment in chilly weather to prepare holiday menus.
Get ahead by preparing your home for winter weather
Don’t wait for inclement weather! Take preemptive measures to ensure you home is winter-ready now.
Rural landowners can help prevent wildfires
Stuffing plays a supporting role in Thanksgiving meals
It doesn’t matter if you call it stuffing or dressing, bread crumbs mixed with other favorite ingredients make the perfect accompaniment to a Thanksgiving meal.
