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Serve some strawberry soup this spring

May is when Virginia strawberries begin to ripen. And there is nothing sweeter than a refreshing strawberry soup.



Aquaculture predators create problem for the industry

Wildlife predators are not just a problem for cattle and sheep farmers, they are harming the state’s aquaculture industry as well.



Consumers, farmers reap rewards from CSAs

To ensure a consistent supply of seasonal local produce from spring through fall, it’s not too late to sign up for a community-supported agriculture, or CSA, subscription.



Easter egg fun for everyone – the natural way!

You don’t need any special egg dyeing kits to get vibrant colored eggs. And all it takes are some ingredients you may even have on hand. If not, a quick trip to your local grocery store or market is all you need.

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Eggs


With so many labels, it can be hard to know eggs-actly what you’re buying!

It’s still the “Incredible, Edible Egg.” But since the catchy jingle was introduced in 1977 by the American Egg Board, grocery store shelves have expanded to include cartons and cartons of eggs with different labels such as “organic,” “cage-free,” “hormone-free” and “natural.” 

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Eggs


Your membership supports Young Farmers Program

Farm Bureau members help support the Young Farmers Program, which offers contests, seminars and networking opportunities for future agricultural leaders.



Make an egg-stra special treat for Easter brunch—or anytime!

Eggs are high-protein powerhouses that are typically eaten for breakfast or brunch but can be enjoyed at any meal. National Egg Salad Week is April 12-18, so here’s a twist on a classic egg salad recipe from the Virginia Egg Council—for brunch or anytime.



Got a teen driver? Smart Start Program available online

Help your teenage driver get off to a road-smart start—and save money, too—by enrolling in Virginia Farm Bureau’s Smart Start Program.



April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

It’s a scary statistic—eight out of 10 traffic crashes in Virginia are related to a distracted driving incident.



Public schools milking students’ increased consumption of dairy products

Some Virginia public schools are increasing dairy offerings at breakfast and lunch, and hungry students are gobbling them up.

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Dairy