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Wet weather woes worse than tornadoes for rural Virginia

September 20, 2018

The National Weather Service confirmed that eight tornadoes hit Virginia Sept. 17, but excessive rains from Hurricane Florence are what did the most damage in rural parts of the state.

Agriculture Business, Economy, News

Global reps learn about high-quality Virginia tobacco

September 20, 2018

Visitors from seven countries recently learned about tobacco grown in Virginia and North Carolina, which some say is the best in the world.

Crops, News, Tobacco

‘Buy cow milk, not nut juices’ to help dairy farmers

September 20, 2018

Consumers can help bolster Virginia’s declining dairy industry by purchasing local milk and milk products.

Animals and Livestock, Dairy, News

Number of households facing hunger decreases

September 20, 2018

The number of people facing hunger in the U.S. has been steadily declining, and a new U.S. Department of Agriculture report showed a significant drop last year.

Agriculture Business, Economy, News

Farmers to begin receiving relief from trade war

September 13, 2018

Farmers soon will receive some temporary relief from the financial effects of the recent trade war.

Agriculture Business, Agriculture Trade, News

New State Fair exhibit will honor Secretariat owner

September 13, 2018

A new exhibit paying tribute to Penny Chenery, owner of Triple Crown champion Secretariat, will debut at the State Fair of Virginia. The exhibit, which will honor her legacy at the birthplace of Secretariat, will serve as the highlight of the Meadow Hall tours during the fair.

Events, Meadow Event Park, Meetings and Events, News, Programs, Secretariat

Ginseng harvesters urged to heed regulations

September 13, 2018

Those illegally harvesting ginseng face stiff fines and even possible jail time.

Crops, News

Help teachers by donating ag education supplies

September 13, 2018

Anyone with an interest in education can donate agriculture-related resources to a nearby teacher through Virginia’s Agriculture in the Classroom Adopt-a-Teacher program.

Agriculture in the Classroom, News, Programs

Horse farm owners invited to enroll in conservation short course

September 13, 2018

Virginia horse farm owners have an opportunity to take part in a one-day course on conservation practices that can benefit their farming operations and local water quality.

Animals and Livestock, Equine, Meetings and Events, News

Group seeks common ground for future growth of aquaculture industry

September 7, 2018

An Aquaculture Work Group has been formed to develop ways to promote sustainable growth of Virginia’s clam and oyster aquaculture industries.

Animals and Livestock, Aquaculture, News

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