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Animals need emergency plans during storm season

July 19, 2012

Research has shown that the No. 1 reason people refuse to evacuate their homes during an emergency is that they don’t want to leave pets behind.

Animals and Livestock, Programs, Safety

Master Food Volunteers reaching out to communities

July 19, 2012

The Virginia Master Food Volunteer program is making it easier for consumers to learn about good nutrition and local foods.

Food and Drink, Health and Wellness, Locally Grown Food

Campaign launched to encourage ‘yes’ votes for private property rights

July 16, 2012

Virginia landowners will be confident that their private property cannot be taken and given to another private owner under eminent domain if the commonwealth’s voters approve Question 1 on the Nov. 6 ballot.

Legislative Issues, Property Rights

Farm Bureau enters state fair partnership to preserve event’s agriculture focus

July 12, 2012

To help preserve the tradition of the State Fair of Virginia, the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation has entered into a formal partnership with Universal Fairs LLC of Cordova, Tenn.

State Fair of Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau

Sunglasses: Your eyes’ best defense against UV exposure

July 12, 2012

More than 55 percent of adults in the United States lose or break their sunglasses every year, according to a report by The Vision Council. For those individuals and the 27 percent of Americans who do not wear sunglasses at all, exposure to ultraviolet radiation could end up costing a lot more than a new pair of shades.

Health and Wellness

Storm Safety Myths

July 12, 2012

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