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Simple deterrents can prevent thefts on farms, other rural properties

  March 15, 2018
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Crime on farms can be a serious problem, and rural communities have seen an alarming increase in the theft of farm tools and equipment.


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Agriculture Business, News
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DOT announces new agriculture-related waiver for ELD rule

  March 15, 2018
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The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced on March 13 an additional 90-day temporary waiver for agriculture-related transportation from the federal electronic logging device rule.


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Agriculture Business, Livestock, News
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Trade conference speakers: Free and fair trade crucial for Va. farmers

  March 8, 2018
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Breaking down trade barriers to achieve free and fair trade is critical for Virginia—and U.S.—agriculture.


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Agriculture Business, Agriculture Trade, Conferences, Meetings and Events, News
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NAFTA, TPP need updating, ambassadors say

  March 8, 2018
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Updating the North American Free Trade Agreement is important for the U.S., Canada and Mexico.


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Agriculture Business, Agriculture Trade, Conferences, Meetings and Events, News
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Agritourism conference helps important farm sector

  March 8, 2018
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Whether it’s selling pumpkins at a roadside stand or hosting weddings in a winery, agritourism is a $2.2 billion business in Virginia. Agritourism operators have the opportunity to attend the 2018 Virginia Agritourism Conference March 21-22 at the Great Wolf Lodge.


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Agriculture Business, Agritourism, Conferences, Meetings and Events, News
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Rural farmstays becoming a Virginia vacationing mainstay

  March 2, 2018
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Virginia is full of beautiful countrysides—and farms. For travelers looking to explore, disconnect and enjoy rural living, or learn more about farming, there are farm families who offer lodging or bed-and-breakfast accomodations.


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Agriculture Business, Agritourism
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Virginia’s, nation’s largest industry to be celebrated March 18-24

  February 22, 2018
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Virginia and U.S. agriculture will be celebrated during National Ag Week, March 18-24, and the 45th annual National Ag Day will be observed March 20.


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Agriculture Business, News
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New VSU program helps open doors for beginning farmers

  February 22, 2018
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Virginia State University Cooperative Extension Small Farm Outreach Program is offering training for socially disadvantaged and veteran beginning farmers and ranchers in 53 Virginia counties.


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Agriculture Business, News, Programs
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Farmers happy with recent rainfall but need more

  February 15, 2018
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More than 5 inches of rain in parts of western Virginia the weekend of Feb. 10 led to muddy conditions but happy farmers.


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Agriculture Business, News
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Governor to discuss ag exports’ importance at conference

  February 15, 2018
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Gov. Ralph Northam will discuss Virginia agriculture’s and forestry’s $2.77 billion in exports when he co-hosts the 10th Annual Governor’s Conference on Agricultural Trade March 5.


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Agriculture Business, Agriculture Trade, Conferences, Meetings and Events, News
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