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Loan repayment program to help veterinarians in underserved areas

December 22, 2016

Due to a continuing shortage of large animal veterinarians in rural areas, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture is seeking nominations for its Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program.

Animals and Livestock, Legislative Issues, Livestock, News

New Henry County feed mill to create 32 new jobs

July 21, 2016

The new Performance Livestock and Feed Co. production facility in Henry County will create jobs and help area grain producers as well.

Grain, Livestock, News

Farmers take steps to keep cattle comfortable in summer heat

June 30, 2016

Many welcome with open arms the summer’s longer days and warmer temperatures. But those temperatures can be a source of stress for people and animals—including cattle. That’s why farmers take extra care to ensure their animals stay cool and comfortable during the summer months.

Animals and Livestock, Livestock

Study finds cars, not cows, are greater contributors to greenhouse gas emissions

May 19, 2016

A recently published white paper, Livestock's Contributions to Climate Change: Facts and Fiction, sheds new light on the role of livestock production in greenhouse gas emissions.

Animals and Livestock, Livestock

Meat Matters: Animal Agriculture Alliance debuts campaign

March 3, 2016

The Animal Agriculture Alliance unveiled on Feb. 1 a campaign focused on promoting the role of meat and poultry in a healthy, balanced diet. The Meat Matters initiative counters claims made by activist groups about the nutritional value of animal protein, as well as the sustainability of meat and poultry production.

Health and Wellness, Livestock, Poultry

Coyote damage control program making a difference

January 7, 2016

In the past 18 months, Virginia has seen a drop in the number of livestock animals killed by coyotes on Virginia farms, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services division.

Animals and Livestock, Legislative Issues, Livestock, Wildlife

Governor’s bond package includes VT livestock, poultry research facilities

December 10, 2015

Virginia’s agriculture community had reason for a pre-holiday celebration when Gov. Terry McAuliffe announced a $2.43 billion bond package on Dec. 9 that will be part of his Fiscal Year 2017-2018 budget.

Animals and Livestock, Legislative Issues, Livestock, Poultry

Lawsuit regarding additional regulation of large livestock farms dismissed

July 20, 2015

A circuit court judge in Richmond rejected on July 9 a lawsuit aimed at declaring a cow a fertilizer applicator.

Animals and Livestock, Farm Practices, Fertilizer, Legislative Issues, Livestock

State Fair bringing back Sale of Champions to benefit youth livestock activities

July 20, 2015

After several years on hiatus, the Youth Livestock Sale of Champions will return to this year’s State Fair of Virginia at 6 p.m. on Oct. 3.

Animals and Livestock, Livestock, State Fair of Virginia

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