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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.

Giant pumpkin and watermelon win big at State Fair

October 5, 2017

The winner of this year’s State Fair of Virginia giant pumpkin competition broke his own record.

Meetings and Events, News, State Fair of Virginia

National Honey Month concludes, beekeepers create a buzz at State Fair

September 28, 2017

September is National Honey Month, but even when the month-long observance ends, attendees at the State Fair of Virginia can continue the celebration.

Animals and Livestock, Bees, Honey, Meetings and Events, State Fair of Virginia

Farm Bureau plays a part in filling your wine glass

September 27, 2017

There’s a Virginia wine for every taste and occasion, and Virginia Farm Bureau has supported the industry along the way.

Agriculture Business, Crops, News, State Fair of Virginia, Wine Grapes

Deadline for Miss State Fair of Virginia quickly approaching

September 14, 2017

Applications for the Miss State Fair of Virginia Pageant are due Sept. 20. The Miss America-affiliated pageant will be held Oct. 1 during the State Fair of Virginia at The Meadow Event Park in Caroline County.

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State Fair showcases the best of Virginia agriculture

September 7, 2017

When the State Fair of Virginia opens on Sept. 29, the state's top industry—agriculture and forestry—will be on full display.

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Farming fun is integral part of State Fair of Virginia

August 28, 2017

From alpacas to zucchini and everything in between, agriculture will be front and center at this year’s State Fair of Virginia.

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Members receive exclusive savings on fair tickets

August 28, 2017

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.

Meetings and Events, Membership, State Fair of Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau

State Fair seeking blue-ribbon photographers

August 18, 2017

Have you snapped a striking vacation photo or captured some beautiful scenery?

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Registration is open for State Fair competitions

July 13, 2017

To win blue ribbon bragging rights, you need to enter one of the State Fair of Virginia’s many competitions.

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Fairs’ youth scholarships have big impact on communities

May 25, 2017

The president of the International Association of Fairs & Expositions believes scholarships awarded by fairs have a huge impact on their communities, and that’s why the organization is collecting data from its 1,200 member fairs.

Meetings and Events, News, Programs, State Fair of Virginia

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