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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.

Everyone can benefit from soil and water conservation districts

May 31, 2018

The state’s 47 soil and water conservation districts will use $7.2 million this fiscal year to help Virginians implement conservation practices.

Conservation, Farm Practices, News

It’s never too early to start preparing for hurricanes

May 31, 2018

Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria in 2017 were stark reminders of Mother Nature’s destructive force and the need for preventive action before a storm strikes.

Farm Safety, Home Safety, News, Safety

Farmers at risk for skin cancer; need to prevent sun damage

May 31, 2018

Extended amounts of sun exposure can increase the risk of developing skin cancer, especially for those who regularly work outdoors.

Farm Safety, Safety

Virginia farmers’ markets in full swing

May 30, 2018

It’s that time of year again! Time for the freshest produce available locally to hit farmers’ markets in your area.

Food and Drink, Locally Grown Food, News

Summer expo open to young adults interested in farming

May 30, 2018

The anual Virginia Farm Bureau Young Farmers Summer Expo gives young adults an opportunity to learn more about agriculture and network with other young farm supporters.

News, Programs, Young Farmers

Monticello’s agrarian roots still growing today

May 30, 2018

Monticello—lush lawns, stately columns and abundant agriculture. That’s right, former President Thomas Jefferson’s home was once an agrarian mecca and continues that tradition today.

Agriculture Business, Agritourism, News

Bite into fresh fruits and vegetables this month

May 30, 2018

What better time to celebrate fresh fruits and vegetables than the first month of summer? June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, and we have two delicious recipes featuring fresh Virginia produce.

Berries, Food and Drink, Recipes

Heavy rains a mixed blessing for Virginia farmers

May 30, 2018

Frequent, heavy storms between May 14 and May 20 delayed fieldwork on Virginia farms and had some impact on recently planted corn and soybeans and nearly mature small grains.

Agriculture Business, Barley, Corn, Cotton, Crops, Grain, News, Peanuts, Soybeans

Keep hope alive: farmers optimistic about farm bill

May 30, 2018

Farmers are disappointed in the House’s defeat of the 2018 Farm Bill, but are optimistic that there will be a farm bill before the end of the year.

Agriculture Business, Farm Bill, Legislative Issues, News

‘No Taste for Waste’ campaign helps reduce food waste

May 30, 2018

The United States enjoys a bountiful food supply thanks to the hard work of its farmers and ranchers. Sometimes, it’s easy to take this abundance for granted and consumers become unintentionally wasteful.

Food and Drink, Locally Grown Food, News

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