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State Fair showcases the best of Virginia agriculture

September 7, 2017

When the State Fair of Virginia opens on Sept. 29, the state's top industry—agriculture and forestry—will be on full display.

Meetings and Events, News, State Fair of Virginia

Congressman asks Farm Bureau board for input

August 31, 2017

Rep. Dave Brat, R-7th, told Virginia Farm Bureau Federation board members he would welcome their input on the debate over the 2018 Farm Bill, the nation’s most comprehensive farm legislation.

Legislative Issues, Meetings and Events, News, Virginia Farm Bureau

Farming fun is integral part of State Fair of Virginia

August 28, 2017

From alpacas to zucchini and everything in between, agriculture will be front and center at this year’s State Fair of Virginia.

Meetings and Events, News, State Fair of Virginia

Members receive exclusive savings on fair tickets

August 28, 2017

Between Aug. 7 and Sept. 22, members of county Farm Bureaus in Virginia can pick up coupons good for $4 off a $15 regular-price adult admission to the State Fair of Virginia at their county Farm Bureau offices.

Meetings and Events, Membership, State Fair of Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau

Industrial Hemp Field Day showcases crop, possibilities

August 24, 2017

Industrial hemp cultivation was once common in Virginia but has been banned for the past 80 years. To discuss its potential, a first-of-its-kind Industrial Hemp Field Day was held Aug. 17 at Virginia State University.

Agriculture Business, Crops, Hemp, Meetings and Events, News

State Fair seeking blue-ribbon photographers

August 18, 2017

Have you snapped a striking vacation photo or captured some beautiful scenery?

Meetings and Events, News, State Fair of Virginia

Registration is open for State Fair competitions

July 13, 2017

To win blue ribbon bragging rights, you need to enter one of the State Fair of Virginia’s many competitions.

Meetings and Events, News, State Fair of Virginia

Industrial hemp event taking place at Virginia State University

July 6, 2017

A first-of-its-kind public event on industrial hemp will be offered Aug. 17 at Virginia State University’s Randolph Farm. The field day will be open to potential growers, researchers, marketing experts and industrial hemp producers to discuss the future of the crop in Virginia and neighboring states.

Crops, Events, Hemp, Meetings and Events, News

Meals on the farm gaining in popularity

June 8, 2017

In an era when many Virginians have never visited a working farm, some farmers have begun hosting visitors. The Arbogast family in Rockingham County hosted a Breakfast on the Farm event May 27, and Richlands Dairy Farm will hold Dinner on the Dairy June 23 in Dinwiddie County.

Agriculture Business, Events, Farm Practices, Meetings and Events, News

Wheat tour reveals improved quality and yield potential

June 8, 2017

Assessments of the state’s current wheat crop left participants in the second annual Virginia Wheat Tour optimistic last week.

Crops, Events, Meetings and Events, News, Wheat

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