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USDA study: Pesticide residues not a safety concern

June 21, 2012

Whether produced organically or conventionally, fruits and vegetables raised in the United States are safe to eat. That’s the conclusion of a pesticide residue study released May 25 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service.

Food Safety, Pesticides

Tiny wasp might help eradicate harmful stink bugs

June 21, 2012

Agricultural researchers have discovered a small wasp that could have a big impact on crop-ruining brown marmorated stink bugs.

Crops

New potatoes are tender and ready for summer meals

June 14, 2012

Virginia new potatoes are small and tasty and ready for cooking—and you can get them at your local farmers’ market or produce stand right now.

Crops, Food and Drink, Locally Grown Food, Potatoes, Recipes

Owners’ caution can help prevent horse disease outbreaks

June 14, 2012

Dr. Richard Wilkes, Virginia’s state veterinarian, recently urged all horse owners to be mindful of their animals’ health during the summer show season.

Animals and Livestock, Equine

Online resource available for farm safety questions

June 14, 2012

A new farm safety and health resource is available online from eXtension, a research- and education-based website supported by 74 land grant universities, including Virginia State University and Virginia Tech.

Farm Safety, Safety

Safe Driving In The Rain

June 14, 2012

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