News & Features

Virginia Farm Bureau News & Features is your place for news and information from around Virginia. From gardening tips and recipes to politics and events, stay up to date with what matters to Virginians.

It’s time for Virginia homeowners to think about fall home maintenance

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In our lovely state, winter can bring a variety of weather. From a warm windy fall, into the sudden temperature drops of the new year, there's only one thing you can be sure of; That cycle of thawing and freezing can wreak havoc on your home! By maintaining your home, you can help prevent costly damage. Use our Fall Maintenance Checklist to get ready for winter this year!



Last call for Journalism Award entries

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https://www.vafb.com/membership-at-work/news-resources/articleid/2627The deadline for this year’s Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Journalism Awards is tomorrow, Sept. 15.



Media: Don’t miss out on this year’s Journalism Awards!

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We don’t want you to miss out! Due to a glitch with the form on our website, we are extending the entry deadline for the 2017 Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Journalism Awards.



Congressman asks Farm Bureau board for input

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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. 



We’re sharing Farm Bureau’s news—and agriculture’s stories

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If you’re a Farm Bureau producer member, watch your mailbox for the September issue of Virginia Farm Bureau News magazine. In it, you’ll find coverage of the Young Farmers Summer Expo, and feature articles on the Virginia Agricultural Leaders Obtaining Results program and Virginia Agriculture in the Classroom’s 25th anniversary.



Members receive exclusive savings on fair tickets

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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.



Virginia Farm Bureau Federation AgPAC endorses 94 candidates for House seats

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Virginia Farm Bureau Federation AgPAC, Farm Bureau’s political action committee, has announced its endorsement of 94 candidates for seats in the Virginia House of Delegates. The endorsements are based on recommendations of local committees of farmers.



Let Member Deals Plus® help you make smart back-to-school shopping choices

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There is still some summer to be enjoyed, so do not panic. But if you have back-to-school shopping to take care of, take Virginia Farm Bureau’s Member Deals Plus® with you.



Connect with other members at Farm Bureau annual meetings

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When you join Virginia Farm Bureau, you’re joining your local county Farm Bureau. The Virginia Farm Bureau Federation is made up of 88 such county affiliates.



Farm leaders pleased with confirmation of Perdue as agriculture secretary

Former Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue was confirmed as the 31st secretary of agriculture, and leaders of the nation’s and state’s largest agricultural organizations are pleased with that pick.



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